This training will provide information and frameworks for understanding, assessing and treating dyspareunia (painful sex) through a psychological lens. This includes treatment for presentations such as vulvodynia, and vaginismus that can lead to dyspareunia.
Learn practical skills for working with clients to achieve meaningful treatment outcomes.
CPD hours: 4
Assessment guidelines
Downloadable assessment guidelines to assist you in session.
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Practical step-by-step instructions
Dr Ashton shares her insights from practice in the field so you leave with in-depth knowledge.
Join a community of peers
Attend group supervision and the end of your training. Meet like-minded practitioners and learn from each other.
Hi, I'm your trainer - 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.
Training Curriculum
Suitable for:
- Psychologists
- Social workers
- Counsellors
- Nurses
- Psychiatrists
- Sex therapists
- GPs
- Students undertaking education in all of the above
Level of experience required:
- Undertaking or completed qualifications in psychology or above disciplines
- No experience with sexual therapy necessary
What is included:
- Access to online training modules - unlimited time
- Access to a 1 hour Zoom group supervision led by Dr Sarah Ashton, following completion of the course
- Downloadable sexual history guide
- Certificate of completion
Length:
- 2-3 hours, plus 1 hour group supervision
- CPD hours: 4
Duration of Access:
Unlimited. Once you sign up, you can take as long as you like to complete the course.
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Reasons Why Misogyny Can Increase Sexual Pain (Dyspareunia)
Painful Sex
