AASECT Certified Sexuality Counselors represent a variety of professions, ranging from medicine to the clergy. Examples of sexuality counselors are physicians, Planned Parenthood counselors, nurses and other health professionals, school counselors, and clinical pastoral care and counseling providers. Counselors assist the client to realistically resolve concerns through the introduction of problem solving techniques of communication as well as providing accurate information and relevant suggestions of specific exercises and techniques in sexual expression. Sexuality counseling is generally short-term and client-centered, focusing on the immediate concern or problem.

Requirements - Sexuality Counselor Certification Requirements

New! - Online Application Submission - Sexuality Counselor Certification Application (February 2024)

For the PDF printable application or older versions of the Jotform application, please contact certification@aasect.org.

Renewal Requirements - Certification Renewal Criteria and Policies

New! - Online Renewal Application Submission - Certification Renewal Application (May 2024)

PDF Printable Renewal Application - Sexuality Counselor Renewal Application