You will earn 60 CE credits in the Practice of Sex Therapy
Location:  Palm Beach, Florida
Program Dates: November 1-11, 2011
Faculty: Susan Lee, Ed..D., Richard Siegel, Ph.D.(c)

The focus of this program is on understanding the significance of human sexuality as it plays out in treatment situations from childhood throughout the life span. Professional training in sex therapy was established in 1970 with the publication of Masters and Johnson’s book Treating Sexual Inadequacy. Although many mental health experts have since written extensively in the sexual field, specific behavioral and cognitive approaches have received emphasis in the literature. Sex therapy is a specialized psychotherapeutic modality often utilizing short term approaches. The sex therapist deals openly and directly with sensitive and sometimes painful issues. Participants of this intensive training will gain knowledge in specific sex therapy and intimacy treatment techniques to enhance their clinical practice.

1. Recognize the major bio-psycho-social forces that shape sexual functioning.
2. Learn the criteria for assessment and diagnosis of psychosexual disorders as described in the current edition of the DSM IV-R.
3. Understand the dynamics of interpersonal relationships, including the socio-cultural factors influencing sexual values and behavior, and specify ways to encourage loving relationships between partners and within families.
   
4. Appreciate the variety of sexual orientation, gender identities and gender related issues, and the importance of ensuring basic ethics and sexual rights.
   
5. Differentiate between the physical and psychological causes of sexual dysfunctions.
   
6. Understand the immediate and deeper issues underlying sexual dysfunction.
   
7. Explain atypical sexual behaviors, including paraphilias and compulsive/impulsive sexual behavior.
   
8. Understand the theory and methods of approach to intervention in relationship systems experiencing sex and intimacy problems.
9. Understand the principles of consultation, collaboration, and referral in a sex therapy practice.
   
10. Discuss techniques for evaluating clinical outcomes.
    
11. Gain practicum experience, i.e. exposure to treatment of clinical cases through observation, demonstration, videotape presentation, role-playing, etc.
    

The 10 classes in the program are 6 CE hours each. Classes will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All of the meetings will take place at the Offices of Dr. Susan Lee, 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Suite 339B, Palm Beach, Florida 33480

Class Dates and Topics:

1. Diagnosis of Female Sexual Dysfunctions and Disorders - November 1, 2011
2. Diagnosis of Male Sexual Dysfunctions and Disorders - November 2, 2011
3. Treatment of Female Sexual Dysfunctions and Disorders - November 3, 2011
4. Treatment of Male Sexual Dysfunctions and Disorders - November 4, 2011
5. Diagnosis of Sexual Compulsivity and Paraphilias - November 5
6. Treatment of Sexual Compulsivity and Paraphilias - November 7
7. Dynamics of Interpersonal & Family Relationships and Sexuality - November 8
8. Gender Issues in Sex Therapy - November 9, 2011
9. Socio-Cultural Issues in Sex Therapy - November 10, 2011
10. Clinical Case Studies - November 11, 2011

This course is approved for 60 CE Credits by the Bard of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental health counseling, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, Department of Health, State of Florida (Provider#50-1108, expiration:3/13).

This program meets the requirements of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists (AASECT) and is approved for 120 CE Credits. These CE credits may be applied toward AASECT Certification  and renewal of certification. (Provider #07-110J, expiration: 3/13

Kindly phone or e-mail Dr. Susan Lee for the program brochure, registration and tuition information. 561-833-0066, drsusanlee@mac.com