Tuesday, December 8th, 2026 12:00 PM EST -3:00 PM EST Dr. Stephen W. Simpson, PhD
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Description
This class provides IAPST credits which are eligible for credits toward Certification as a Sex Therapist. See iapst.org/certification
See complete list of certificates available in the Accreditation tab
Sex therapy is often practiced in conjoint/couples therapy, but many patients seek individual treatment for sexual problems. This three-hour workshop examines individual sex therapy -- its rationale, advantages, and limits. Participants will learn how to differentiate problems that can be effectively addressed in one-to-one treatment from those that require a partner’s involvement. Using case vignettes and current research, the course will explore assessment of desire and arousal disorders, performance anxiety, compulsive sexual behavior, sexual shame, religious/ethical conflicts, and the psychological sequelae of sexual trauma. We will also examine the practical barriers to working individually on relationally embedded interventions (e.g., sensate focus, graduated exposure to partnered touch, or co-constructed intimacy rituals) and discuss when referral or adjunctive couple therapy is warranted.
The course integrates symptom-focused psychosexual treatment with therapy for common comorbid issues such as trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, attachment disorders, and physical health. The course also addresses faith/spirituality, transference/countertransference, and the times when “sex therapy is just therapy.” Participants will leave with conceptual models, treatment frameworks, and criteria for pivoting toward couple work or collaborative referrals.
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About the Presenter:
Learning Objectives:
- Identify sexual concerns that can be effectively treated in individual therapy (e.g., sexual shame, performance anxiety, compulsivity).
- Recognize interventions that are difficult or inappropriate without partner involvement (e.g., sensate focus, couple communication exercises).
- Be able to identify salient factors related to diversity, faith, and existential issues that intersect with sexual problems and disorders.
- Identify and manage transference and countertransference that can occur in individual sex therapy.
Agenda:
Time | Topic |
0:00 – 0:15 | Welcome, course overview, participant introductions and experience check-in |
0:15 – 0:45 | Foundations: contemporary models of sexual health & dysfunction; clarifying when individual work is viable vs. when partner participation is essential |
0:45 – 1:30 | Individual treatment focus: desire and arousal disorders, performance anxiety, sexual shame, compulsive behavior, trauma, and values/faith conflicts |
1:30 – 1:40 | Break |
1:40 – 2:20 | Techniques and limits: using psychoeducation, mindfulness, cognitive/behavioral methods, and self-directed exercises; recognizing when relational interventions (e.g., sensate focus, partner feedback) can’t be done alone |
2:20 – 2:50 | Relational–analytic stance: curiosity and humility with sexual material, disclosure decisions, and working with transference/countertransference in individual sex therapy |
2:50 – 3:00 | Integrating decision points: when to pivot to couple therapy or collaborate with other professionals; wrap-up and Q&A |
Accreditation - This Webinar Offers 3 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed creative arts therapists. #CAT-0122.
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0129.
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0325.
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0275.
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0774.
- The American Psychological Association approves the School of Sex Therapy to sponsor continuing education for
psychologists. The School of Sex Therapy maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
The School of Sex Therapy is an approved continued education provider for the International Association of Psychosexual Therapists. The School of Sex Therapy maintains responsibility for this program and its content. - CE You! is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland.
CE You! maintains responsibility for this program.
This presentation is open to:
- Behavior Analysts
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
This online class is offered at an intermediate level, and is beneficial for an intermediate level clinician:
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
Additional information
- Refunds: Registrants who are unable to attend a Talli Rosenbaum seminar or live webinars may ask for, and will receive, a credit or refund (your choice). Refund requests will be processed within 3 business days. When an attendee knows in advance that they are unable to attend we ask that they inform Talli Rosenbaum ahead of time by emailing TalliRosenbaum@TherapistExpress.com or by calling or texting 607-249-4585 (Webinar Support) this allows us to free up the spot in the training in the event that a training is at or near capacity.
- Disability Access: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact our office 30 days or more before the event. We cannot ensure accommodations without adequate prior notification.
- Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often, and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly.
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- Satisfactory Completion: Certificates are available after satisfactory course completion in your account or by clicking here
- Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.
- There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.
- System Requirements: Any device (such as a computer, tablet, or phone), Dual-Core 2 GHz or higher processor, and at least 4 GB of RAM capable of running a Zoom session, along with a stable internet connection.
- Although early registration is recommended for this class in order to ensure the best experience, attendees may register and join until the start of the program