Non-Monogamy 101

Come learn about the world of consensual non-monogamy (cnm) that so many of our therapy clients are already exploring. We need to shift our paradigm and lens from one we've internalized in a heteronormative, mononormative patriarchy to something different.

Whether we ourselves are monogamous, polyamorous or something else, we all need to examine our own biases in order to affirm our clients' potential joy. We need to unpack the systems, beliefs, and assumptions we've learned ourselves in order to fully show up with clients challenging those norms.

This training is not merely a review of...Read more terms or types of relationship structures, but an opportunity to challenge our internalized beliefs about how "healthy" relationships can look due to the systems we are living in. Think in terms of cultural humility for working with folx in cnm relationships.

We'll talk about clinical approaches, skills, and tools that will support our clients in navigating and creating new relationships.

Let's unlearn and explore new liberatory possibilities together!

*This training will be recorded.*
CE credit is available for asynchronous attendance.

Find info about other upcoming trainings: https://www.sextherapynm.com/training/

AASECT info:
Core Knowledge Areas:
C. Socio-cultural, familial factors (e.g., ethnicity, culture, religion, spirituality, socioeconomic status, family values) in relation to sexual values and behaviors.
D. Issues related to sexual orientation and/or gender identity: heterosexuality; issues and themes impacting lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, asexual people; gender identity and expression.
F. Diversities in sexual expression and lifestyles including, but not limited to, polyamory, swinging, BDSM and tantra.
N. Learning theory and its application.
O. Professional communication and personal reflection skills.

Sex Therapy (ST) Training:
ST3. Theory and methods of approach to intervention in relationship systems experiencing sex and intimacy problems.
ST5. Principles of consultation, collaboration and referral.
ST6. Ethical decision-making and best practice. Less...

Learning Objectives

• Understand how systems of oppression relate to mononormative bias in therapy.
• Understand several common relationship structures in the consensual non-monogamy (CNM) umbrella.
• Identify 3 or more common challenges for couples opening up from monogamy.
• Identify 3 or more clinical skills to support clients with cnm-related challenges.

Friday, April 26, 2024

01:00 PM MDT - 03:00 PM MDT