Length
2 hours
CE Credit
2.0 units
Recorded
October 4, 2024
By using pleasure as a means of measuring a high-quality life, mental health therapists will be able to effectively address sexual concerns in individual clients and couples regardless of specialized training. This presentation aims to detail a straightforward and comprehensive pleasure-model of care, including physical and psychological aspects pleasure.
Pelvic floor therapy is a specialized form of therapy that targets a range of conditions associated with the pelvic floor. These conditions may include, but are not limited to: leakage, pain with sex, pelvic pain, pre/peri/post-partum healing, diastasis recti, pelvic organ prolapse, back/tailbone pain, and hip pain.
This information is particularly relevant for mental health therapists, as it enables them to recognize when their clients may be experiencing these symptoms.
There are several ways to learn from this training. You can either watch the recording for free or take the self-paced course for CE credit. We also have the slides available to download.
(Free) You can watch the full recording of this training for free on our YouTube Channel. This is perfect if you’re not seeking CE credit or would like to preview the training before taking the course.
($30) You can receive 2 hours of self-paced, asynchronous CE credit for this training.
UCEBT is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. UCEBT maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Additionally, this presentation is approved for 2 hours of home-study CE credit through NASW-UT, UAMFT, and UMHCA.
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By understanding that effective solutions exist, therapists can better understand potential physical barriers to pleasure and confidently refer their clients to specialized pelvic floor therapists who can provide targeted care.
At the conclusion of the presentation, attendees should be able identify and implement a pleasure-model in their treatment approach that includes effectively addressing psychological and physical barriers to pleasure. Additionally, attendees should be able to describe broadly what conditions are treated in pelvic floor therapy, identify modalities used in pelvic floor therapy, and when to refer a client to a pelvic floor therapist.
Learning Objectives:
Stephanie Taylor, PhD, specializes in the comprehensive treatment of trauma and its associated impacts, with a dedicated focus on facilitating post-traumatic growth. Recognizing the intricate interplay between the mind and body, Dr. Taylor integrates somatic therapies into her sessions in commitment to holistic care. Dr. Taylor’s commitment to addressing the profound influence of trauma on sexuality underscores her dedication to fostering comprehensive healing and growth in her clients. A background in trauma also informs the foundation from which Dr. Taylor supports couples and relationships.
Heather Hill, MS, OTR/L, Pelvic Floor OT, is an experienced occupational therapist and yoga instructor with a strong focus on pelvic floor therapy and pelvic health. Her background in human movement science, occupational therapy, and yoga allows her to take a holistic approach to her practice, emphasizing the interconnectedness of body, mind, and breath. Heather’s passion lies in helping individuals establish a profound connection with their pelvic floor, enabling them to navigate life with enhanced ease and pleasure.
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