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Recreating Culture and Exploring Digital Frontiers in Sex Therapy

Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 9:30 AM EST
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12:00 PM EST

Presenter: Presenter: Sarah Lebovits, Dr. Caleb Jacobson, PsyD, PhD

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These workshops offer 3 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits

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Full Day Webinar

February 18th, 2026

9:30 AM - 1:00 PM EST

The cost of one day is $59.99, an individual class is $39.99 and $24.99

To register for the HALF DAY SEMINAR Click "BUY IT NOW". To register for just one class, click on the Class/link below.

If you have any difficulty registering, please contact us here.

 

Class 1

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM EST

Recreating The Culture In The Sex Therapy Room: The Power Of Culture! - A Cultural Competence Workshop

This presentation proposes an innovative paradigm shift in sex therapy by emphasizing the essential role of culture in understanding and treating sexual dysfunction. Traditionally, therapy has focused primarily on symptom relief rather than exploring the deeper, subjective, and culturally influenced meanings clients attach to sexuality. Culture, often viewed as a barrier, should instead be seen as a potential resource for healing. Through a tripartite model the presentation highlights how therapists can help clients explore the influence of their cultural systems, find personal meaning in their experiences, and reconstruct empowering narratives about their sexuality.

The presentation is structured around a detailed case vignette and how therapists can guide patients through the tripodal model. The presentation concludes that culture should not be dismissed as a source of dysfunction but integrated as a strength within therapy. This culturally inclusive model encourages clinicians to treat patients holistically, addressing biological, psychological, and social dimensions to foster authentic, long-term well-being rather than temporary symptom relief.

(Trainer - Sarah Lebovits, LCSW, is a psychotherapist and educator specializing in intimacy, sexual health, and relationship dynamics. She teaches psychology and social work at Yeshiva University and the University of Mount Saint Vincent. Sarah focuses on the intersectionality of culture, religion, and sexuality, integrating EMDR, DBT, and motivational interviewing to address desire discrepancies, sexual anxiety, and trauma. Guided by her belief that life is not about surviving but about thriving, she fosters open, culturally sensitive conversations that empower clients toward healing and growth.)

2 Hours

 

Class 2

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST

Are Digital Interventions the Next Frontier in Sex Therapy? A Facilitated Group Discussion

Digital technologies are rapidly transforming the landscape of psychological and sexual health interventions. In their 2023 study, Vowels and Sever explored public attitudes toward digital sex therapy—examining both enthusiasm for accessibility, privacy, and reduced stigma, and skepticism regarding effectiveness, personalization, and trust. Using a mixed-methods approach, the researchers found that while digital interventions may address long-standing barriers to sexual health care, they also introduce new challenges related to user engagement, data security, and the perceived loss of human connection.

This Facilitated Group Discussion invites participants to reflect on the study’s findings and their

implications for the future of clinical practice. We will explore questions such as:

● What role can digital interventions play in expanding access to sex therapy?

● How might clinicians maintain therapeutic depth and ethical standards in digital

formats?

● What barriers must be addressed to make these tools viable and trustworthy for

patients?

Attendees are encouraged to read the article in advance and come prepared to share insights, experiences, and critiques related to integrating digital platforms into psychosexual therapy practice.

(Trainer - Caleb Jacobson is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist, sex therapist, and Bible scholar. He holds a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree in clinical psychology and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Hebrew Bible, biblical archaeology, and psychological exegesis. In his clinical practice, Dr. Jacobson specializes in working with religious and conservative patients, treating male sexual dysfunction, and addressing rare and problematic sexual issues. A pioneer in the integration of sex therapy and religion, he is the author of the award-winning Sex Therapy with Religious Patients: Working with Jewish, Christian, and Muslim Communities (2024) and the editor ofThe Routledge International Handbook of Sex Therapy and Religion (2025). Dr. Jacobson currently serves as president of both the School of Sex Therapy and the International Association of Psychosexual Therapists, where he leads initiatives in education, research, and clinical advancement within the field.)

 

1 Hour

 

 

 

This One Day Seminar includes two excellent classes, a total of 3 CEs. You may attend an individual class for $39.99 and 24.99



This presentation is open to:
  • Social Workers
  • Professional Counselors
  • Therapists
  • Psychologists
  • Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
  • Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
  • Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
Course Level: introductory
Level of Clinician: beginner
  • New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
  • Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
  • Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
  • Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives

Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.

Disability Access - If you require ADA accommodations, please contact our office 30 days or more before the event. We cannot ensure accommodations without adequate prior notification. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often, and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. The grievance policy for trainings provided by the NEFESH INTERNATIONAL is available here Satisfactory Completion Participants must have paid the tuition fee, logged in and out each day, attended the entire workshop, and completed an evaluation to receive a certificate (If this is a pre-recorded program, a post-test with a passing grade of 80% to receive a certificate.) Failure to log in or out will result in forfeiture of credit for the entire course. No exceptions will be made. Partial credit is not available. Certificates are available after satisfactory course completion by clicking here.
There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.
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    CE You! maintains responsibility for this program.

Refunds
Registrants who are unable to attend a Frum Therapist seminar or live workshop may ask for, and will receive, a credit or refund (your choice). Refund requests will be processed within 3 business days. When an attendee knows in advance that they are unable to attend we ask that they inform Frum Therapist ahead of time by emailing [email protected] or by calling or texting (607) 249-4585 this allows us to free up the spot in the training in the event that a training is at or near capacity.