2 CEs (APA, NBCC, AASECT, CA BRN)

Supporting Partners of Sexual Abuse Survivors: Growing Together and Fostering Relational Healing

LIVE Webinar*
DATE: October 7, 2024
TIME: 10 am - 12 pm PST*
INSTRUCTOR: Megan Negendank, LMFT, CST (she/her)
*This content will be recorded for later viewing.
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Course Description:
Are you a therapist looking to make a profound difference in the lives of sexual trauma survivors and their partners? Our specialized course is designed to equip you with the skills to transform your clients' most intimate relationships.

Sexual trauma survivors can have improved rates of healing when they have an attuned and supportive intimate partner. Unfortunately, sexual trauma can negatively impact both partner’s ability to co-create a securely attached and sexually engaged relationship as the trauma can leave a lasting relational impact on the survivor and their loved ones. While the survivor may experience PTSD, sexual dissatisfaction, and relational anxiety leading to an insecure attachment style, their partner may experience vicarious trauma, caregiver compassion fatigue, relationship and sexual dissatisfaction, and their own mental health struggles. 

This course will help you support survivor’s partners in individual and couples therapy. You will learn how to assess your client’s level of relational trauma distress, engage both partners in effective relationship and sex therapy, and implement evidence-based interventions that will help both partners move towards trauma healing and a more secure relationship.
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Course Objectives:
  1. Assess whether a sexual trauma survivor’s partner (client) is experiencing vicarious trauma, caregiver/compassion fatigue, or common mental health struggles.
  2. Implement three interventions to support the client with their mental and relational health and wellness.
  3. Implement three interventions to increase empathy for the survivor of sexual trauma (survivor).
  4. Implement three interventions to help the client support the survivor’s healing.
Intended Audience:
This course is designed for the following level: intermediate, post-graduate learners. 
This course is appropriate for licensed mental health professionals (i.e., Psychologists, LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCs/LMHCs); and medical professionals (i.e., MDs, NPs, PTs, OTs).

CE Hours Summary:

Credit for this course fulfills 2 CEs. 


The Buehler Institute is approved as an institutional CE provider by the APA, NBCC, AASECT, and CA Board of Nursing.


AASECT Certification Hours: 
*Sex Therapy Area (C): 2 hours; or

*Sexuality Counseling Area (C): 2 hours; or

*Core Knowledge Area (J): 2 hours


Download the syllabus using the button below to view full CE information.


Frequently Asked Questions

What if I am unable to attend the live webinar?

This webinar will be recorded for later viewing. We typically post the recorded version 2-3 business days after the webinar. For those who are unable to join us live, we will provide a short quiz to verify attendance.
We'll send out an email letting you know when it's available, and the recording will remain on our website for the foreseeable future.

Help! I need tech support! How do I get in touch?

Please understand that we are able to provide minimal support during the live webinar. Our administrative staff member has her hands full admitting guests, moderating the chat, and supporting our wonderful guest speaker.
The fastest way to reach us is via email at info@learnsextherapy.com (but feel free to include a phone number if you would like to chat). 

What if I'm having trouble navigating the course or accessing my certificate?

Navigating a new portal can be tough. To make the process as simple as possible, I asked our Program Administrator (and resident millennial), Anneka Buehler, to record a video for you. The video includes information about navigating our website, completing your course evaluation, and downloading your course certificate.

What is your refund policy?

All requests for a refund must be made in writing via email to info@learnsextherapy.com. We typically do not provide a refund due to an inability to attend the live session, as we will be recording the session for later viewing.

Psychologists

TBI is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. TBI maintains responsibility for this program and its contents.

Counselors

The Buehler Institute has been approved by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider. The Buehler Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

AASECT Members

TBI is approved by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists to provide continuing education units toward certification as a Sex Therapist or Counselor, Provider #12-13-Q.

Nurses

TBI is an approved provider of continuing education by the Board of Registered Nursing, provider number CEP 16394.

**We love our social worker colleagues! While we are not an approved NASW or ASWB CE provider, many state licensing boards will accept CEs from APA approved providers. Please check with your state licensing board for the most accurate information.
Meet the instructor

Megan Negendank, LMFT, CST (she/her)

Megan Negendank is a licensed marriage and family therapist and a certified sex therapist. She is the founder of Love Heal Grow, a psychotherapy center in Northern California where she and her team of over 20 therapists specialize in trauma-informed relationship-focused psychotherapy. She has been featured as a relationship expert in media and publications including on PBS, NPR, and in Sacramento Magazine.  

Negendank has specialized in supporting adult survivors of relationship and sexual abuse and trauma (and their partners) for nearly 15 years. Valuing an attachment lens, Negendank believes that an attuned and supportive partner can be a paramount key to a survivor's healing. She is the author of Loving Someone who has Sexual Trauma, A Compassionate Guide to Supporting Your Partner and Improving Your Relationship (2024). 
Patrick Jones - Course author