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Systemic Sex Therapy

Title of Event: Systemic Sex Therapy

Description of Event:

Grounded in the Ackerman Relational Approach (ARA), this 30-hour course explores advanced topics in sex therapy including sexuality and disability, transgender phenomena, paraphilic disorders, non-monogamy, asexuality, sexual compulsivity, surrogate partner therapy, sexsomnia, tantra, technology and intimacy, and ethics in a changing world.

Full Education Credits in Sex Therapy

Title of Event: Full Education Credits in Sex Therapy

Description of Event:

A Global Pathway to Professional Competence in Psychosexual Therapy
The Certificate in Sex Therapy Program is a 162-hour comprehensive educational experience designed to prepare clinicians, educators, and allied professionals for ethical, inclusive, and evidence-based psychosexual therapy practice.

Sexual Trauma

Title of Event: Sexual Trauma

Date of Event: Sept. 11, 2026

Time of Event: 10 a.m.-1:15 p.m. PT

Location: Online Synchronous

Sex Therapy (ST) Training: 

ST3. Theory and methods of approach to intervention in relationship systems experiencing sex and intimacy problems.

Presenter/Speaker: Paula Leech, LMFT, CST, CSTS

Contact Name: Anne Hodder-Shipp, CSE

Contact Telephone Number: (310) 721-4810

Contact Email: hello@everyonedeservessexed.com

Transformative Approaches to Addressing Harm

Title of Event: Transformative Approaches to Addressing Harm

Date of Event: Aug. 7, 2026

Time of Event: 4-6:15 p.m. PT

Location: Online Synchronous

Sex Therapy (ST) Training: 

ST3. Theory and methods of approach to intervention in relationship systems experiencing sex and intimacy problems.
ST5. Principles of consultation, collaboration and referral.

Presenter/Speaker: Ignacio Rivera, MA

Contact Name: Anne Hodder-Shipp, CSE

Contact Telephone Number: (310) 721-4810

2026 SSTAR Annual Meeting - Sexuality in Connection: A Systemic Perspective

Title of Event: 2026 SSTAR Annual Meeting - Sexuality in Connection: A Systemic Perspective

Description of Event:

The conference will explore how sexuality is shaped by interpersonal dynamics, relational contexts, broader systemic influences, and technology. Emphasizing the integration of cutting-edge research with clinical applications, we will highlight how political, cultural, legal, relational, and digital systems surrounding individuals can shape sexuality and inform both practice and research in sexual health.

Meeting Learning Objectives:

6-hour AASECT Group Supervision

Title of Event: 6-hour AASECT Group Supervision

Description of Event:

Aloha!

I’m excited to personally invite you to the upcoming 6-hour AASECT Group Supervision, starting on March 20, 2026. This group supervision is designed to provide a safe, collaborative space for you to enhance your skills, deepen your knowledge, and grow professionally.

Group supervision dates:

- Friday, March 20, 2026

- Friday, April 3, 2026

- Friday, April 17, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM HST

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