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ADDRESSING MODERN SEXUAL ISSUES WITH DR. DAVID LEY!


**Due to COVID-19, this event has been moved ONLINE**

ADDRESSING MODERN SEXUAL ISSUES IN THERAPY AND EDUCATION

JOIN SHA AS WE LEARN HOW TO IMPLEMENT EFFECTIVE CLINICAL STRATEGIES FOR AN EVOLVING WORLD.

When it comes to sex, the definition of"mainstream" is changing — fast — and clients are disclosing new relationship and life issues in therapy that weren't on the radar 5 years ago.

These situations and countless more are walking into therapists' office every day, and most therapists have no training, resources, or guidance on how to conceptualize or treat these issues.

We will delve into how tech, media, and social changes affect modern sexuality, relationships, and mental health. Guidance on assessment, intervention, and treatment planning is given with lively, entertaining, and exciting real-world examples and case studies to help prevent over-pathologization of sexual behaviors, just because they're new, misunderstood, or scary. Therapists and educators will learn to support their clients in developing sexual integrity through self-understanding and acceptance.

RECEIVE UP TO 16 CEUS FOR LPC, LMFT, LCSW AND AASECT* OR SEE BELOW FOR UP TO 200+ AASECT CES* WHICH ALREADY INCLUDES THIS WEEKEND!

(THIS PROGRAM CAN ALSO BE REGISTERED INDIVIDUALLY OR AS PART OF OUR FULL SEX THERAPY/EDUCATOR/COUNSELOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR AASECT) REGISTER FOR CERTIFICATION TOWARDS AASECT THAT ALREADY INCLUDES THIS WEEKEND CLICK HERE.

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FULL TRAINING SCHEDULE:

*BREAKS, SELF CARE TIME, AND EATING ARE ENCOURAGED AS NEEDED

Saturday, May 30th, 9am - 5pm

  • The impact of the Internet on modern sexuality

  • Nymphomania and satyriasis

  • When homosexuality was a disease

  • Social shifts and attitudes towards homosexuality and bisexuality

  • Gender fluidity and modern concepts of pansexuality, genderqueer, etc.

  • Supporting transgender teens and children in therapy

  • Case studies and resources to understand sexual fluidity concepts

  • Explore research about pornography use

  • Address issues of pornography use in therapy

  • Resolve moral/religious conflicts about pornography use

  • Assist couples in negotiating boundaries around pornography use

  • Case studies and resources for assisting patients in understanding and resolving porn-related problems

—> Sexceptional Lecture w/ Dr. David Ley! (open to all friends, partners and general public!! 2pm-5pm) Includes one hour of fun with fun giveaways!

Sunday, May 31st, 9am - 5pm

  • Case studies of teens harmed by sexting and the social response to it

  • Resources for assisting patients in understanding teen sexting

  • Research on prevalence, impact, and personality of BDSM

  • How to separate trauma from BDSM in therapy

  • Case studies of couples and individuals who incorporate BDSM in their lives and relationships

  • Self-assessment strategies for therapists to reduce and understand bias

  • Shame reduction strategies in therapy

  • Assessment strategies to identify roles/functions of sexual behaviors in life, personality, coping

  • Harm reduction strategies to manage porn impact

  • Research bias regarding sexuality is common and rarely disclosed

  • Cross-cultural sexual effects are rarely described or investigated

Please purchase state license CEUs in addition to our ticket - Links are all below

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Please purchase state license CEUs if you need additional documentation. CE’s we give out typically count for state license CEUs for Washington as well. Link coming soon.

DR. DAVID LEY

Dr. David J. Ley is a world-renowned clinical psychologist, known for bringing scientifically-accurate and clinically sound information to discussions about modern sexuality.

He serves on the board of the Sexual Health Alliance as an expert advisor and is an internationally-recognized expert on issues related to sexuality, pornography and mental health.

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He has appeared on television with Anderson Cooper, Katie Couric, Dr. Phil and others. He has been interviewed in publications ranging from the New York Times, Washington Post, LA Times and the London Telegraph, to Playboy and Hustler magazines. Dr. Ley has published extensively in both the academic and “pop” realms of literature. His latest book, Ethical Porn for Dicks, A Man's Guide to Responsible Viewing Pleasure has endorsements from Dan Savage and Pornhub.com and is a humorous and provocative handbook for men who want to think more comprehensively about porn.

The Myth of Sex Addiction (2012) and Insatiable Wives (2009) were revolutionary explorations of sexual issues which blended a powerful client-centered narrative with a rich understanding of psychology, biology and sociology.

*This program offers up to 16 AASECT CEs. This program meets the requirements of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and is approved for 155 AASECT CE credits. These CE credits may be applied toward AASECT certification and renewal of certification. Completion of this program does not ensure or guarantee AASECT certification. For further information please contact ce@aasect.org