Training Counselors from a Sex Positivity Framework (67279)
Session Chair: Shannon Dermer
Friday, January 6, 2023 (17:05)
Session: Session 5
Room: 317B
Presentation Type:Oral Presentation
Counselors and Counselor Educators are often trained to assess sexuality from a deficit/pathology perspective, but sexuality can also be assessed as an enhancement to individual and couple health. Sex Positivity is a framework from which clinicians can conceptualize sexual wellness. Sexuality is a core aspect of physical, emotional, and relational development. Despite the importance of sexuality (regardless of if someone is sexually active or not) it is not always included as a part of wellness or overall health except for ruling out problems and disease. There is little literature in the mental health field on sex positivity. The application of sex positivity to work with clients began in the field of social work and more recently the applications to counseling and psychology have emerged. The presenter will focus on using a sex positivity framework based on a content review of the current literature. Several themes across available literature emerged; Counselors should use an approach that is non-judgmental, affirming, holistic, pleasure-focused, and encourages sexual agency. The presenter will discuss how to train counselors to conceptualize, assess, and intervene with individuals, sexual relationships, romantic relationships from a sex positivity framework.
Authors:
Shannon Dermer, Governors State University, United States
About the Presenter(s)
Dr Shannon Dermer is a University Professor/Principal Lecturer at Governors State University, United States
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