Webinar Recording
Research consistently shows that most practitioners do not feel confident or competent asking about sex or sexual concerns in therapy.
And yet, we know that more than 50% of people will experience sexual difficulties in their lifetime, with many delaying seeking help, or not accessing support at all.
Regardless of whether you work directly with sexual concerns, your ability to sensitively ask about sex can make a significant difference to client wellbeing and outcomes. This can help clients access the right support earlier and reduce unnecessary distress.
You are not alone in feeling uncertain. Most practitioners report:
- Not knowing how to ask about sex
- Not being clear on when or why to ask
- Feeling unsure how to do so in a way that feels safe, ethical, and comfortable for both themselves and their client
ISHPA's 1-hour webinar will help you build this essential skill.
What you will learn:
- Practical, trauma-informed scripts you can use immediately
- How to introduce sexual health into any assessment without increasing risk
- Ways to respond confidently when clients disclose sexual concerns
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Common mistakes to avoid (and what to do instead)
Presented by Dr Sarah Ashton
Sarah (she/her) is the Director and Founder of the first psychology practice dedicated to sexual health treatment, SHIPS, and is the Founder and Lead Training Author of Sexual Health and Intimacy Psychological Training. Sarah is a registered psychologist (AHPRA), board approved supervisor (AHPRA), member of the Society of Australian Sexologists and has worked with clients in the sexual health field for over 15 years. She is the Coordinator for the Sexual and Mental Health Primary Health Network, and a Sessional Lecturer at RMIT University. She is a published researcher in The Journal of Sex Research, Porn Studies, Feminism & Psychology, and has written articles for The Conversation and Red Magazine. Sarah has been a guest speaker on Joy FM and ABC radio. Sarah brings a warm, down-to-earth, compassionate approach to therapy and leading her practice. She loves what she does and wants to share this important area of knowledge with emerging and established practitioners.
