In-Person Courses
The Integrative Sex Therapy Institute offers comprehensive study programs in sex therapy, couples counseling, and specializes in integrated sex therapist training.
eLearn courses are available online here.
ISTI Calendar
2020 Schedule
February 5-8 – Lifelong Sexuality, Couples Therapy, and SAR
April 2-4 – Body, Mind & Brain
June 10-12 – Trauma, Exploitation, Women & Abuse, Pleasure Enhancement
July 16-18 – Special Event – Monogamy Issues Track, Sexuality Counseling & Integrative Coaching Track
September 10-12 – Sex Tech, Pain & Disabilities, Integrative Therapy Interventions
November 5-7 – Couples Therapy, Sex Therapy, Sex Ed – Open Relationships
Earn your CSCT (Certified Sex and Couples Therapist) at the same time you are earning your AASECT Certified Sex Therapist designation.
- Core group of sex therapy instructors who are top experts in their fields.
- Courses align with Core Knowledge Areas for AASECT* Sex Therapist certification and Requirement Categories for CSCT through ISTI.
- Exclusive special events – luncheons, lectures, field trips.
- S.A.R. presented yearly (details available here).
- Theory, practical application and specific integrated coursework.
- Courses reflect modern issues and adaptive techniques that can be used right away.
ISTI stays up to date in offering coursework you will enjoy and confidently use for certification or re-certification.
Please contact us with any questions, concerns.
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CE Information and Disclaimer.
*Completion of these courses does not ensure or guarantee AASECT certification. For further information, please contact info@aasect.org.
ISTI courses meet the educational requirements for CE’s for AASECT certification. Contact your local certifying organization for detailed information.
**Faculty and topics may change as courses and schedules shift. Please contact TammyNelsonAsst@gmail.com to get the most up to date schedule for an upcoming event.
Advanced Supervision Skills (Social Workers, Maryland)
Join Gail Guttman for the essential 4-hour course for social workers on the necessary requirements and practices of supervising social workers. This course is designed to meet the standards announced for Social Workers in Maryland.
Body, Mind & Brain
The SAR experience is offered just once a year through ISTI. Experience this personal reflection required for certification or 3 days of training with experts and instructors working in the field of sexuality counseling and couples therapy. Courses include case consultations.
Building Intimacy
Deborah Fox unlocks the starting point and interventions for couples experiencing low sex or no sex marriages. This course gives you ways to explore deeper emotional factors which may be contributing to an impasse. Recorded lecture at the Integrative Sex Therapy Institute. 2 CEs (asynchronous)
Certification Consultation
One-on-one supervision with Tammy, sex therapy expert and trainer.
Cognitive Behavioral Couples Sex Therapy (CST)
Barry McCarthy uses the four-session assessment model of Cognitive-Behavioral couples sex therapy to address sexual dysfunction and dissatisfaction in couples and individuals. Recorded lecture at the Integrative Sex Therapy Institute. 6.5 CEs (asynchronous)
Conducting a Couples Sex Therapy Evaluation
Gail Guttman teaches you step by step how to conduct a couples sex therapy evaluation with a variety of models. Recorded lecture at the Integrative Sex Therapy Institute. 3 CEs (asynchronous)
Gold Membership
1 year subscription to Relationship Club providing discounts on eLearn, free ebooks, and more.
Group Supervision Online – Winter 2020 (Thurs – 16 hrs)
Dr. Nelson works closely with small groups in this extended 2 hour supervision to develop perspective and insight on traditional therapy concerns as well as information on up-to-date topics impacting your work with clients. All experience levels welcome.
Group Supervision Online – Winter 2020 (Tue – 16 hrs)
Dr. Nelson works closely with small groups in this extended 2 hour supervision to develop perspective and insight on traditional therapy concerns as well as information on up-to-date topics impacting your work with clients. All experience levels welcome.
Group Supervision Online – Winter 2020 (Wed- 16 hrs)
Dr. Nelson works closely with small groups in this extended 2 hour supervision to develop perspective and insight on traditional therapy concerns as well as information on up-to-date topics impacting your work with clients. All experience levels welcome.
History of Pleasure & Reversing Abuse
Experience 3.5 days of training with experts and instructors working in the field of sexuality counseling and couples therapy. Sessions include a day of sex counseling training, body image issues, and desire issues. You’ll explore discrepency in sexual desire and techniques for reversing abuse. Courses include case consultations.
Integrative Sex & Couples Therapy Innovative Clinical – In-Person Feb 26
Dr. Tammy Nelson brings her revolutionary integrative training to the West Coast. Learn practical and theoretical interventions, what is normal in relationships and contemporary theories of relationship and sex therapy.