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Intimacy Skills

Polyvagal Theory & KINK

Title of Event: Polyvagal Theory & KINK

Description of Event:

This course is designed for both professional mental health workers AND individuals looking to establish safety and connection in their KINKY sex practices. We'll examine how incorporating the modern science of Interpersonal Neurobiology with KINK dynamics can allow for increased co-regulation and self-regulation skills so we can fully enjoy the ANXIETY and STRESS we intentionally invite into SEX.

Internal Family Systems and Sexuality

Title of Event: Internal Family Systems and Sexuality

Date of Event: Friday, November 13, 2026

Time of Event: 1:30 p.m.-3:45 p.m. PT

Location: Online Synchronous

Sex Therapy (ST) Training:
ST3. Theory and methods of approach to intervention in relationship systems experiencing sex and intimacy problems.

Presenter/Speaker: TBA

Contact Name: Anne Hodder-Shipp, CSE

Contact Telephone Number: (310) 721-4810

Contact Email: hello@everyonedeservessexed.com

Systemic Sex Therapy

Title of Event: Systemic Sex Therapy

Description of Event:

Grounded in the Ackerman Relational Approach (ARA), this 30-hour course explores advanced topics in sex therapy including sexuality and disability, transgender phenomena, paraphilic disorders, non-monogamy, asexuality, sexual compulsivity, surrogate partner therapy, sexsomnia, tantra, technology and intimacy, and ethics in a changing world.

Full Education Credits in Sex Therapy

Title of Event: Full Education Credits in Sex Therapy

Description of Event:

A Global Pathway to Professional Competence in Psychosexual Therapy
The Certificate in Sex Therapy Program is a 162-hour comprehensive educational experience designed to prepare clinicians, educators, and allied professionals for ethical, inclusive, and evidence-based psychosexual therapy practice.

Emotional Intelligence and Performance - Part 1

Title of Event: Emotional Intelligence and Performance - Part 1

Date of Event: Nov. 13, 2026

Time of Event: 4-6:15 p.m. PT

Location: Online Synchronous

Sex Therapy (ST) Training
ST6. Ethical decision-making and best practice.

Presenter/Speaker: Jodi Williams, MA, LPC, CST-S

Contact Name: Anne Hodder-Shipp, CSE

Contact Telephone Number: (310) 721-4810

Contact Email: hello@everyonedeservessexed.com

Non-Monogamous Lifestyles

Title of Event: Non-Monogamous Lifestyles

Description of Event:

This course will explore the variations beyond monogamy in sexual and emotional relationships. It will include how clinicians can help clients explore their options and engage in non-monogamous lifestyles responsibly and healthily.

Date of Event: March 6, 2026

Time of Event: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Location: Online Synchronous

Presenter/Speaker: Francesca Gentille

Company/Organization Sponsor: Therapy Certification Training

Contact Name: Carol Clark

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