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History of the discipline of sex research

The Edge of Desire: Ethical Practices in Navigating Eroticism and Boundaries in Therapy

Title of Workshop: The Edge of Desire: Ethical Practices in Navigating Eroticism and Boundaries in Therapy
 
Date: Aug 16th, 2025 
 
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
 
Sex Therapy Skills Training:
A. Theory and methods of sex-related psychotherapy, including several different models.
E. Principles of consultation, collaboration, and referral.
F. Ethical decision-making and best practice.
 

Guilt, Pain, and the Absence of Pleasure: The Sexual Socialization of Black Female Adolescents

Title of Event: Guilt, Pain, and the Absence of Pleasure: The Sexual Socialization of Black Female Adolescents

Adolescent sexuality is largely constructed by society, peers, family, and sexual scripts. Black female adolescents are often socialized to expect sexual pain and guilt over sexual pleasure. In this session, we will explore Black female adolescents’ pleasure expectancies, the role of sexual guilt, and how society socializes them to expect more negative outcomes.

Location: Online Asynchronous

Sex Work Unveiled: Exploring the Lives and Laws of Sex Work From Past to Present

Title of Event: Sex Work Unveiled: Exploring the Lives and Laws of Sex Work From Past to Present
 
Description of Event:
Explore the history of sex work, legal frameworks, and the impact of FOSTA-SESTA in this 90-minute course. Learn about the Nordic model, decriminalization, and the pivotal role of sex workers as advocates for their rights and marginalized communities.
 

Sex Therapy Certificate at CIIS

Title of Workshop: Sex Therapy Certificate at CIIS
 
Date: Fall 2025 running for five weekends of instruction between September 19th – December 6th, 2025; Applications due June 30th, 2025
 
Location (City, State or if online synchronous/asynchronous): 
Synchronous hours online via Zoom 
Asynchronous hours online 
 
Core Knowledge Area(s): 165 hours of content meeting all CKA requirements
 

SHA Study Abroad in Barcelona - 2025

Title of Workshop: SHA Study Abroad in Barcelona - 2025

Date: September 22-26, 2025

Location: Barcelona, Spain (This is an in-person event!)

Presenter: Dr. Justin Lehmiller and Local Expert Presenters

We're excited to announce that our Study Abroad program is heading to Barcelona for the first time! Barcelona's lively culture and openness make it a fantastic place to dive into sexuality education.

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