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

Specialized Approaches in Sexuality Counseling with Specific Populations

Recorded Webinar

Course Description
Understand the necessity and importance of practicing culturally sensitive sexual medicine. Create a welcoming practice for a diverse population, acknowledging that sexual attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs vary across cultures. Honor the client or patient’s (C/P’s) autonomy and build knowledge and skills so that the C/P can make informed decisions. Employ culturally sensitive intake practices, such as being affirming, nonjudgmental, and aware of one’s own cultural biases.

Working with parents of LGBTQ+ minors require sensitivity and the ability to listen to and respect their concerns about their child’s sexual orientation and identity. Explain to family members the risks faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, such as depression and substance abuse, and the importance of familial support and acceptance as a mitigating factor. Help parents identify affirming school and community resources and organizations.

Course Objectives
  1. Construct an affirming space for a culturally diverse population by communicating verbally and nonverbally that all C/Ps will be welcomed and accepted without judgment.
  2. Apply two methods to meet culturally diverse C/Ps where they are in terms of their understanding of sexual attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors.
  3. Utilize two strategies to ensure that communication with culturally diverse C/Ps increases their knowledge and acknowledges their ability to make autonomous decisions about their care.
  4. Recognize at least three ways parents of LGBTQ+ minors can remain true to their values while supporting the needs of their children.
  5. Identify at least two evidence-based facts to share with parents of LGBTQ+ minors regarding the risks of family rejection to mental health.
  6. Describe at least two evidence-based ways parental support of LGBTQ+ minors can offset the risks of poor mental health in their children.
  7. Identify at least three community resources and organizations that can support family members and LGBTQ+ minors.
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Intended Audience:
Introductory, Post-Graduate.
This course is appropriate for mental health professionals (i.e., Psychologists, LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCs/LMHCs); medical professionals (i.e., MDs, NPs, PTs, OTs).

CE Hours:
This course is three hours in length. Attendees will receive a certificate for 3 CEs upon course completion.

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.

Nurse Practitioners

This program is undergoing evaluation for AANP CE approval. Watch this space or email us at info@learnsextherapy.com for more information!

PLEASE NOTE: American Psychological Association CEs are accepted by many state licensure boards for several other mental health and healthcare professions, including clinical social workers in over 32 states. Please check with your local licensure board for the most accurate and current information.

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This course is part of the
Sexual Health Expert Accreditation Program (SHEATM)
Save over $150 by enrolling in the full SHEATM program, which includes all of the following courses:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a sexuality counselor?

Sexuality counselors assist the patient 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. Sexuality counseling can be individual or couple counseling. Sexuality counselors are trained to identify situations that require intensive therapy and to make appropriate referrals to a licensed sex therapist when needed.

What is AASECT? And, what is needed for AASECT certification? 

AASECT is the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists. AASECT certification requirements include that you are licensed, take a workshop called a SAR (Sexual Attitude Reassessment), have 300 hours of clinical work over a minimum of 18 months, and 50 hours of supervision for sex therapists. Sexuality counselors have similar requirements but less hours of clinical work and supervision. To assist you in better understanding AASECT certification, we have recorded a FREE webinar about AASECT certification, which can be viewed by clicking here. Please go to the AASECT site for details or contact us for more information.

What if I am already enrolled in one of the other programs at LearnSexTherapy.com? 

We can offer a discount to those enrolled in the Foundations of Sexology or Comprehensive Sexology Programs. Reach out to us at info@learnsextherapy.com and we can walk you through your options.

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The Buehler Institute was created to provide the highest quality training in human sexuality for mental health professionals and healthcare providers. Its founder, Dr. Stephanie Buehler, is a licensed psychologist and author of a bestselling sex therapy textbook, among others. Our educational programs are designed to help people seeking AASECT certification in an effective and engaging format.

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The Buehler Institute is approved as a provider of continuing education by the following agencies. Many states licensing boards will accept CEs from these agencies for license renewal. It is, however, the responsibility of the enrollee to inquire with their state licensing board.
The Buehler Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Buehler Institute maintains responsibility for all programs and their content.
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.
The Buehler Institute is an institutional provider for the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT).
Provider #12-138-Q.
The Buehler Institute is approved as a continuing education provider for the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider #CEP 16394.