On Demand Video Training

Asexuality 101: Affirming Asexuality in Therapy

Trainer: Stephanie Terrell Fee: $45 CEUs: 1.5 CEU (Live Oak offers CEUs for social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists through the Illinois Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation. Live Oak has partnered with Centered Therapy Chicago to provide CEUs for psychologists.) Continuing Education Requirements: This training meets the "Cultural Competency" continuing education requirement for social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and psychologists who are licensed in the state of Illinois through the Illinois Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation. Duration: 1 hour, 18 Minutes

This training provides an overview of asexuality to equip counselors and therapists with the knowledge and tools for working with asexual therapy seekers. Participants will gain insight into the diverse experiences and identities within the asexual community. The session also delves into the unique challenges and discrimination faced by asexual individuals, fostering awareness of the societal and systemic barriers that impact their mental health and relationships. Through interactive components such as didactic learning and journaling prompts, clinicians are invited to explore and reflect on their own beliefs and attitudes toward asexuality, encouraging personal growth and self-awareness in therapeutic practice.