Specific Clinical Issues with BDSM/Kink (2 CE Hours) Presenter: Rhoda Lipscomb, Ph.D.
$80.00
2 CE Hours
Presented by: Rhoda Lipscomb, Ph.D.
Recorded workshop available via video on demand
Description:
This class provides students with clinical examples of relationship issues that arise in BDSM relationship dynamics. We will discuss the various roles unique to these types of relationships and explain how the power dynamics inherit in these roles create challenges in clinical therapy practice.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the various BDSM types of power exchange and explain the differences and similarities
- Explain the differences between consensual BDSM & domestic violence
- Utilize the Shahbaz-Chirinos Healthy BDSM Behavior Checklist to demonstrate knowledgeof the key areas of healthy behavior
- Demonstrate how traditional psychotherapy often negatively pathologizehealthy BDSM behaviors
- Describe the unique dynamics and challenges when BDSM also involves non-monogamysuch as swinging and polyamory
- Discuss various clinical examples and assess the best approach to work with similar situations
Speaker Bio:
Rhoda has a PhD in Clinical Sexology, is a Licensed Professional Counselor, AASECT Certified sex therapist, ASCH Certification in clinical hypnosis, Sexuality Coach and Board-Certified Clinical Sexologist. She specializes in individual therapy and coaching. She is available for in-person or online sessions.
She has over 28 years’ experience as a therapist and coach, specializing in sex therapy. She is in private practice working with a broad spectrum of clients. She is an expert in the areas of open relationships and AB/DL. As well as depression, anxiety, sexual functioning and alternative sexual expression.
Rhoda also teaches in the sex therapy certification program at the Colorado School for Family Therapy in Aurora, CO.
Rhoda is an interactive, eclectic-focused therapist. Her approach provides support and practical feedback to help people manage personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques. This offers a personalized approach tailored to each person. She works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and meet their personal growth goals.
Class originally recorded: 5/17/2018.
Social workers completing this course receive 2 clinical continuing education credits.
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.