In-Person Courses
Comprehensive study program integrating couples therapy with sex therapy.
The Integrative Sex Therapy Institute offers courses in sex therapy, couples counseling, and specializing in integrated sex therapist training.
eLearn courses are available online here.
ISTI Calendar
2019
April 3 – 6 : Clinical and Integrative Sex and Couples Therapy Skills (completed)
May 15 -18 : Sex, Religion, and Pleasure
May 30 : Integrative Sex Therapy & Couples **SPECIAL Presentation
July 17 – 19 : Sex Tech, Trauma, and Alternative Therapies
September 25 – 28 : Anatomy & Sexual Medicine
Announcing 2020 Schedule
February 5-8 – ISTI session + SAR
April 1-4
June 9-12
July 16-18 – Special Event – Monogamy Track
September 23-26
November 4-7
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 or requests for special accommodations.
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.
Integrative Sex & Couples Therapy Innovative Clinical
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.
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.
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)
What About Gay Men?
Michael Giordano discusses sexual decision-making, consequences, and the core principles of sexual health for working with gay men. Recorded lecture at the Integrative Sex Therapy Institute. 2 CEs (asynchronous)
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)
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)
Working with Transgender Clients
Hani Miletski examines gender variance, gender dysphoria, treatment options and the modern clinician’s approach to the transgender client in the therapy room. Recorded lecture at the Integrative Sex Therapy Institute. 3 CEs (asynchronous)
Group Supervision Online – Fall 2019 (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.
Group Supervision Online – Fall 2019 (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 – Fall 2019 (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.
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.
Gold Membership
1 year subscription to Relationship Club providing discounts on eLearn, free ebooks, and more.