— course for therapists
Addressing Sexual Abuse
in Sex Therapy
A practical clinical guide for identifying sexual abuse, understanding how it shows up in the sexual relationship, and applying trauma-informed interventions that actually help clients heal.
$39
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— why this matters
Sexual abuse is present in far more clinical cases than therapists realize — and most aren’t trained to address it
Sexual abuse often goes unidentified in therapy because clients don’t name it directly — and because many therapists don’t know how to ask. When it goes unaddressed, standard sex therapy interventions can inadvertently re-traumatize the very clients they’re meant to help.
This course gives you the tools to recognize abuse, understand how it shapes sexual behavior and identity, and apply interventions grounded in trauma-informed care.
— the framework
Eight modules — from identification to intervention
— what you will learn
Skills you’ll walk away with
01
Identify Abuse History
Recognize the clinical markers of sexual abuse even when clients haven’t named or fully processed their experience.
02
Support Client Definition
Help clients name and contextualize their own experiences without leading, overwhelming, or inadvertently minimizing.
03
Avoid Re-Traumatization
Understand which standard sex therapy interventions can cause harm — and know how to adapt or replace them for trauma-affected clients.
04
Work With Identity and Worth
Address the deeper layers of self-worth and sexual identity that sexual abuse shapes — not just the behavioral symptoms on the surface.
05
Respond to Traumatic Reactions
Have a clear clinical plan for when clients dissociate, freeze, or flashback — during sessions and in their sexual lives outside of therapy.
06
Apply Healing Interventions
A complete toolkit of trauma-informed interventions that move clients beyond symptom management toward genuine healing and sexual wellbeing.
— your instructor
Hi, I’m Dr. Westberg.
I never planned to become a sex therapist. My path started with a question I couldn’t let go of: why do people create meaning through sex in ways that have nothing to do with the sex itself? That question led me to spend over two decades working with couples on the full range of sexual and relational issues.
What I found in clinical practice is that standard therapeutic approaches kept missing something. They focused on techniques and behaviors but never touched the emotional roots — the childhood wounds, attachment injuries, and relationship patterns that actually shape our sexual selves.
This course distills what I’ve learned working with couples like you. The desire gap you’re experiencing isn’t a mystery — it has a structure, it has causes, and it has a path through. I built this to give you that path.
— what therapists say
Reviews from course participants
★★★★★
“I genuinely enjoyed your approach and informative videos that really break down the different elements of sex therapy as someone only just getting started in the field of MFT.”
MFT Student
★★★★★
“Everything you said resonated so much! It was validating to hear another professional have similar views and approaches. I took a lot of notes and feel empowered continuing to work with my couples.”
Couples Therapist
★★★★★
“As a presenter, I felt you were very grounded, down to earth, knowledgeable and easy to watch — which says a lot! I really appreciate your humaneness.”
Workshop Attendee
— common questions
Frequently asked questions
Who is this course for?+
Licensed therapists and clinicians who work with clients who have a history of sexual abuse — or who suspect abuse may be a factor in presenting issues. No prior trauma specialization required.
Do I need to be a sex therapist to take this course?+
No. Any licensed therapist working with clients on sexual or relational issues will benefit. The course is designed to be immediately applicable regardless of your current specialization.
How is the course delivered?+
Self-paced video with structured practice techniques. Instant access after registration, no time limit on completion.
What CE approvals does this course carry?+
Approved by both AASECT and NBCC for 1 CE credit. A certificate is provided on completion for your records.
Is there a refund policy?+
30-day money-back guarantee. Contact us within 30 days of purchase for a full refund.
— ready to begin
Work with sexual abuse
with confidence
Eight focused modules, trauma-informed interventions you can use immediately, and 1 AASECT-approved CE credit — everything you need to stop improvising and start helping.
One-time payment
$39
REGISTER NOWThe complete training in
sex therapy — start to finish24 hours of video content, case studies, and selected readings. The clinical foundation most graduate programs never provide — built for therapists who are ready to treat sexuality with confidence.
