The Business of Clinical Sexology, Pt. II

Description:
The Business of Clinical Sexology Part 2 is an 8-hour advanced intensive designed for clinicians, educators, and coaches who are ready to turn their expertise into a sustainable, scalable practice. Building on Part 1 and drawing from previously taught classes in this series, this course focuses on the how of doing business—what you offer, how you deliver it, how you protect it, and how you get paid for it in aligned, ethical ways.
In the first half of the day, we’ll refine and expand your service suite, with a focus on tools you can use directly with clients and students. You’ll explore different delivery models—1:1 work, groups, courses, public speaking/teaching, and events—while learning how to protect your intellectual property at every stage. You’ll leave with a clearer picture of which services fit your current capacity, your long-term goals, and your unique clinical or educational style.
The second half dives into money, visibility, and long-term sustainability. We’ll cover diversifying your income streams, pricing your services with clarity and confidence, and negotiating with organizational partners. You’ll learn key contract concepts you must understand before you sign anything, how to implement accessibility needs in both your content and your brand, and practical strategies for building credibility and media presence. We’ll close with real-world guidance on navigating common challenges in the field so you can build a business that honors your values, your communities, and your expertise.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Identify at least 1 tool that you’ll use with your clients.
• Defend your intellectual property in 3 different ways
• Distinguish at least 1 delivery method to use with your clients or audience.
• Recognize 3 ways to entice your client/audience.
• Name at least 3 ways to diversify your income.
• Construct a proposal for a partnership that aligns with your values.
• Recognize 3 different types of red flags in contracts.
• Employ non-ableist language in speech, brand content, & marketing advertisements.

Activity Schedule:

• Introduction
• Developing your services
  • Protecting Your Intellectual Property
• Delivering your services
  • 1-on-1
  • Group
  • Courses
• Break
  • Connecting with your audience
  • Running successful events
• LUNCH
• Diversifying your Income
• Pricing your services and negotiating with brands/partners
• Review legal language and contract types
• Practical accessibility
• Building your rapport and media presence
• General reflections on overcoming challenges and tools to achieve success
• Q&A/Closing

Speaker Bio:

Marla Renee Stewart, MA (she/her), is an award-winning sexologist, strategist, and entrepreneur who has built a thriving empire at the intersection of intimacy, empowerment, and business. As the founder of Velvet Lips and co-founder of the Sex Down South Conference, Marla has been a pioneer in creating safe, inclusive spaces for sexuality education and expression. Her signature business coaching program, Be Sexcessful, has helped countless sexuality professionals, intimacy coaches, and adult-industry entrepreneurs turn their passion into sustainable income. Drawing from over 20 years of experience and 1000+ workshops delivered worldwide, Marla’s unique blend of sexological expertise, strategic planning, and cultural awareness empowers her clients to scale, shine, and succeed. From stage to strategy session, she teaches how to ethically monetize your genius, build authority, and create a liberated legacy.

Class originally recorded: upcoming.

Social workers completing this course receive 8 general continuing education credits.