Presented by Robert J. Zeglin, PhD, NCC, CST, LMHC This program was recorded on January 21, 2021 Access provided upon registration on “My Courses” page Sexual health and wellness topics in therapy are often ignored, deprioritized, or even pathologized by clinicians. Sexual issues are one of the few issues still considered to be so taboo that they can only be treated…
Presented by Neil Cannon, Ph.D., LMFT-S, CST-S Recorded on Friday, June 21, 2024 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page While many have heard of the popular and terribly informed kink relationship between the characters, Mr. Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele, in the book series, Fifty Shades of Grey, the world of kink and alternative play drastically differs in…
Presented by Frances McClain, PhD, LCPC, NCC and Lisa Salvadore, MSW, LCSW, LCPC, CADC This program was recorded on May 21, 2021 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Research has shown that sexual well-being is a critical factor in overall health and quality of life (Giami 2002; Higgins et al., 2006; McCabe et al., 2010; Southern & Cade, 2011).…
Presented by Jason Gorski, NCSP, LPC and Serginho Walker, MS, NCC, LPC Recorded on Friday, September 27, 2024 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page The program examines current discourses on sexual intimacy among diverse gay men by exploring the historical and media portrayals of queer sex. This analysis aims to reveal how these portrayals have influenced and often…
Presented by Joy S. Whitman, Ph.D. This program was recorded on April 16, 2021 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Relational Cultural Theory (RCT) is a feminist approach to counseling that emphasizes human development through relational connection, explores the impact of culture and social systems on emotional and psychological development, and (Jordan, 2010; Walker, 2008), and underscores how development…
Presented by Robyn Flores, LMFT, LPC, NCC, ACS Recorded on Friday, July 19, 2024 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Everybody deserves to experience a healthy, satisfying sex life, if they choose to do so. Many times, marginalized groups (i.e., neurodivergent, disabled), are 'desexualized' through mainstream media sources that promote dominant societal standards and norms (Brooks, 2018). This presentation…
Presented by Hannah B. Bayne, PhD This program was recorded on June 17th, 2022 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page The intersection of sexual wellness, religious beliefs, and spiritual practices is incredibly vast. Religion and spirituality can influence values towards sex in many ways, including viewing sex as a deeply spiritual practice, as well as religious doctrine that places…
Presented by Patricia Arredondo, EdD, NCC This program was recorded on July 16, 2021 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Cultural competency is fundamental to all clinical practice. The model of cultural awareness, knowledge, and skills ground this presentation. For counselors to engage in ethical practice when addressing issues of sexuality with clients, relevant cultural perspectives must be applied.…
Presented by Richard Siegel, MS, PhD This program was recorded on September 17, 2021 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page This session presents both developmental and consequential sexuality issues associated with substance abuse and chemical dependency, many of which have been historically neglected both in treatment and recovery. Beginning with a “timeline” of the development of chemical dependency, sexuality…
Presented by Cody Helgesen, LPC, NCC, CCTP, ASDCS Recorded on Friday, November 15, 2024 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page Did you love Grace and Frankie? Do you wish you felt more confident helping your older gender and sexual minorities clients talk about their needs related to sexual wellness? Maybe you're finding it hard to apply what you…
Presented by Kassie R. Terrell, Ph.D., Nathan Quinn, B.S., and Kelsey Meltzer, B.S. This program was recorded on May 20th, 2022 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page With the growing number of social media applications in our society, it is no secrete that many young women compare themselves to the ideal, beautiful bodies of models, socialites, and artists who presence…
Presented by James C. Wadley, Ph.D., CST-S This program was recorded on Friday, December 16, 2022 Access provided upon registration on "My Courses” page This presentation uses Critical Race Theory (CRT) as a lens to explore two clinical cases and the utility of self-awareness and self-disclosure in therapy and supervision. Critical Race Theory (CRT) has garnered much attention over the past ten years…
