Health/medical factors that influence sexuality

Sexual Pharmacology

Title of Event: Sexual Pharmacology

Description of Event:

Join Dr. David Williams as we explore together a wide variety of medications that affect sexual functioning. This elective will look at substances, both prescribed and not, that play a role in sexual functioning along with medication effects on hormone levels. We will then look at medications that can be used to enhance and aid in sexual functioning.

Date of Event: March 14, 2026

Time of Event: 9:30am-3pm ET

Location: Online Synchronous

Sex Therapy (ST) Training:

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Navigating Sexual Trauma Along the Reproductive Path

Title of Event: Navigating Sexual Trauma Along the Reproductive Path

Description of Event:

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"Whoa Baby!" Sex Therapy Interventions for Postpartum Clients

Title of Event: "Whoa Baby!" Sex Therapy Interventions for Postpartum Clients

Description of Event:

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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.

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Skills Training: Disability and Sexuality

Title of Event: Skills Training: Disability and Sexuality

Description of Event:

Disability is not something rare that impacts a few individuals; disability is a normal part of the human experience, and able-bodiedness is only ever a temporary state in a person’s life. In the course, participants will look at the intersection of disability and sexuality, examine and critique our culture’s avoidance of disability, identify the role of shame inherent in ableism, consider overlaps between disability and ageism, and more.

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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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Global Love: Expanding Sexual Wellness, Pleasure and Connection Across Cultures

Title of Event: Global Love: Expanding Sexual Wellness, Pleasure and Connection Across Cultures

Description of Event:

What if your understanding of sex, intimacy, love, and relationships wasn’t limited by culture, geography, or tradition?

This March, we are learning about love on a global scale. This event brings together internationally recognized cultural experts, sex therapists, educators, and clinicians to explore how intimacy, identity, and pleasure are experienced around the world.