How do you know if a sexual behaviour is helpful or harmful?
Description
How Do You Know If a Sexual Behaviour Is Helpful or Harmful?
This is an important and common clinical question, yet practitioners often feel they lack the theory or framework to confidently explore it with clients.
It is particularly relevant when working with behaviours that may appear harmful on the surface, such as some kink and BDSM practices, or when sexual behaviours intersect with mental health concerns and complex relationship dynamics.
ISHPA is offering a webinar to help you build clarity and confidence using the SHIFT Model to assess the function of sexual behaviours, not just their form. You will explore the core clinical questions that can guide assessment, formulation and therapeutic conversations.
What you will learn:
Understanding the distinction between kink and paraphilic disorders.
When and how sexual behaviours can support pleasure, connection and wellbeing.
Recognising when behaviours occur in abusive contexts or function as self-harm.
Exploring sexual behaviours with clients in ways that are affirming and support risk assessment and management.
Register now to join us live on Tuesday 10 November, 6–7 pm (AEDT), or watch the recording at your convenience after the event.
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.
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