Training for Therapists and Ministry Leaders - 4 CEU's Available
Sex is an uncomfortable topic for many clients and their therapists. Whether the client is single and celibate, single and in a committed relationship, or is married, a therapist who is able to bring up the topic of sexuality directly will encourage open, honest communication about sexual concerns of the individual or the couple.
The focus of this workshop is to train helping professionals to become more comfortable, competent and conversant about sexuality and the sexual relationship by knowing themselves and understanding the sexual disorders and intimacy challenges in marriage.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. To become more
Comfortable with our own sexuality
Conversant with sexual terminology, and
Confident discussing all aspects of sexuality and sexual activity with clients.
2. To be able to identify and understand sexual disorders and intimacy challenges in marriage.
3. To acknowledge clients’ sexual concerns/issues and provide guidance commensurate with your qualifications.
4. To recognize the limits of your abilities and make referrals for treatment as needed.
SPEAKERS:
Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner are internationally recognized sex therapists, educators and authors. They work together as a team counseling with individuals and couples as well as leading sexual enhancement weekends for couples and training fellow professionals. The Penners will lead a morning training for professionals and a weekend couples conference.
