Sex as a Safe Adventure (14 CEs)
$25.00
14 AASECT CEs for Sex as a Safe Adventure with Michael Moran and Zoya Simakhodskaya Ph.D.
Description
Many couples presenting for couples therapy may complain of sex issues: discrepancies in desire, lack of attraction or sexual compatibility, arousal or orgasm problems, or challenges in the bedroom after having children, going through infidelity or in the wake of trauma. From the perspective of Emotionally Focused Therapy, such complaints are most often part of an
underlying lack of security and bond in the relationship caused by the negative cycle between partners. At times, as the partners de-escalate and become more secure, sexual issues remain unresolved. Yet, many EFT therapists lack knowledge and skills in the area of sex assessment and intervention. In this workshop introduction to up to date research on sexuality relevant to EFT work with couples will be presented. You will learn how to do a thorough assessment of the negative relational and sexual cycle so you can skillfully use EFT interventions to help couple move toward de-escalation. This workshop will also address how to integrate psycho-education and simple behavioral sex therapy interventions as couple begins to move into Stage 2, while at the same time to continue building secure bond through increased vulnerability. This workshop will include lecture, video examples, and experiential exercises.
Learning Objectives
- Participants will learn how to effectively utilize the EFT model to generate greater
sexual fulfillment in long-term committed relationships. - Participants will be able to name different models of sexual response.
- Participants will be able to apply techniques of sexual assessment in EFT treatment
- Participants will be able to identify negative cycle around sexual issues in Stage 1 of EFT.
- Participants will learn how to effectively use Stage 2 EFT interventions around sexual issues to
create more secure bond in couples that leads to greater sexual fulfillment. - Participants will be able to learn strategies of integrating sex therapy into EFT for couples
- Participants will be able to learn the underpinning essential principles of EFT and how it
applies to sex therapy. - Participants will be able to identify ways of deepening emotion regarding sexual issues
in Stage 2 of EFT. - Participants will be able to identify patterns in couples’ sexual scripts.
- Participants will be able help couples develop greater understanding regarding their
sexual turn-ons and turn-offs - Participants will learn strategies of integrating sex therapy interventions into EFT.
- Participants will be able to effectively address how to work with sexual attachment
injuries.
Activity Schedule
Day 1
9:00-10:45am Introductions, overview of research on sex and attachment theory, as well as basic
principles of sex therapy
10:45-11:15am Break
11:15 am-1pm: Assessment of Sexual Issues in EFT; experiential exercise
Day 2
9a-10:30am Stage 1 of EFT: tracking sexual and relational cycles; experiential exercise.
10:30-12:00pm Viewing and discussion of video recordings of an EFT stage 1 couple session focused on sexual issues
12:00-1:00 pm Lunch Break
1p- 2pm Sex therapy interventions in Stage 1 and Stage 2 of EFT
2pm-3p Stage 2 of EFT: deepening attachment related emotion around sexual issues.
Day 3
9:00-9:45a Continue of Stage 2 of EFT: deepening attachment related emotion around sexual issues.
9:45a-11:30am Viewing and discussion of video recordings of an EFT stage 2 couple sessionsfocused on sexual dysfunction.
11:30-12:30pm Stage 2 of EFT: deepening attachment related emotion around sexual issues.
12:30-1:30pm Lunch Break
1:30-2:30 pm Viewing and discussion of video recordings of an EFT stage 2 couple sessions focused on sexual dysfunction.
2:30p-3p Q&A, discussion, wrap-up
Speaker Bio
Michael Moran, PhD, LCSW, CST-S is the Founder and Director of The Center for Relational Fulfillment in New York, NY where he specializes at the intersection of relational and sexual challenges. He is a Certified Emotionally Focused (EFT) Couples Therapist & Supervisor as well as an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor. He has taught graduate courses in Marriage and Family therapy at Rutgers University and was Sr. Faculty in the Sex Therapy division at The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy (ICP). Additionally, he was filmed with Esther Perel on her “Sessions” platform where she interviews leading psychotherapists regarding the theory and application of their clinical work. Mike presents nationally and internationally training therapists to effectively address sexual issues in couples therapy and gives weekend workshops to couples geared to generate greater emotional, relational and sexual gratification. He is currently a PhD candidate in Clinical Sexology at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and his book chapter which focuses on utilizing EFT to address sex and disability will be included in the forthcoming 3rd edition of “New Dimensions in Sex Therapy.” Mike views erotic energy as chi (life-force, creative vitality) and loves helping people remove the barriers to creating authentic, passionate connection, both emotionally and sexually. His website is www.fulfilledcouples.com.
Zoya Simakhodskaya, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and certified EFT Therapist, Supervisor, and Trainer. She is a founding member and is on the Board of Directors of NYCEFT. Zoya has a full-time practice in Chelsea, NY, with adults and couples, specializing in cross-cultural and bilingual populations. In addition to her psychotherapy practice, Zoya has many years of experience providing crisis intervention in a psychiatric emergency service. She continues as a voluntary faculty member at NYU School of Medicine, CUNY Graduate Center, and Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Zoya enjoys helping therapists learn EFT (for couples and for individuals) and teaches nationally and internationally, now bringing EFT to Russian and Ukrainian speaking therapists around the world. She has a particular interest in the intersection of sexuality and couples therapy. Zoya is passionate about Argentinian tango as an expression of connection, presence, and play. You can learn more about her by visiting www.cpidnyc.com
MSTI is an approved CE organizational provider for IBOSP, AASECT, and ASWB. Modern Sex Therapy Institutes is part of the Advanced Mental Health Training Institute. The Advanced Mental Health Training Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No.6901. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Advanced Mental Health Training Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
MSTI is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for Psychologists. The Modern Sex Therapy Institutes maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Modern Sex Therapy Institutes (MSTI), provider #1787, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: [1/7/22-1/7/26].
Attendees must attend the entire course and complete a course evaluation to be eligible for CE credit
For Live Courses: To obtain CE credits, attendees must attend the entire course and complete an evaluation to receive credit.
For asynchronous/recorded courses, Attendees must pass the multiple choice posttest with a minimum score of 80% in 3 attempts to be eligible for CE credit.
Certificates of completion can be downloaded immediately upon course completion.