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Clinical Intake & The PLISSIT Model in Sex Therapy
This class provides IAPST credits which are eligible for credits toward Certification as a Sex Therapist. See iapst.org/certification
See complete list of certificates available in the Accreditation tab
This workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to conducting effective clinical intakes with sex therapy patients, emphasizing the integration of the PLISSIT Model into early therapeutic interaction. Participants will explore the structure and function of intake sessions, learn strategies for initiating conversations about sexuality, and practice gathering the nuanced biopsychosocial and psychosexual data necessary for accurate assessment and treatment planning. Through guided instruction, sample intake forms, structured discussion, and interactive role-plays, learners will develop the confidence and competence to ask sensitive questions, establish rapport around sexual concerns, and apply PLISSIT-based interventions from the very first session. Emphasis is placed on ethical practice, cultural humility, and the therapist’s ability to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where patients feel comfortable sharing intimate details essential to their care.
To register or access the part 2 asynchronous/self study click -> HERE<-
Clinical Intake & The PLISSIT Model in Sex Therapy
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 12:00 PM EST - 3:00 PM EST
Presenter: Dr. Caleb Jacobson, PsyD, PhD.
Course Length: 3 Hours
Learning Objectives:
Describe the core components of an initial clinical interaction and explain how therapist communication, presence, and framing influence patient comfort during early discussions of sexual concerns.
Demonstrate strategies for establishing rapport with sex therapy patients by using culturally responsive, non-judgmental, and affirming communication techniques.
Apply the PLISSIT Model during intake sessions by identifying when to introduce sexual-health questions and distinguishing between Permission, Limited Information, Specific Suggestions, and Intensive Therapy in early encounters.
Conduct a structured clinical intake with sex therapy patients by gathering relevant biopsychosocial and psychosexual information and organizing it for assessment and treatment planning.
Evaluate the role of ongoing assessment in sex therapy by recognizing how information obtained throughout the initial session shapes diagnostic impressions, treatment goals, and ethical decision-making.
This workshop Offers 3 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits
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This class provides IAPST credits which are eligible for credits toward Certification as a Sex Therapist. See iapst.org/certification
See complete list of certificates available in the Accreditation tab
This workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to conducting effective clinical intakes with sex therapy patients, emphasizing the integration of the PLISSIT Model into early therapeutic interaction. Participants will explore the structure and function of intake sessions, learn strategies for initiating conversations about sexuality, and practice gathering the nuanced biopsychosocial and psychosexual data necessary for accurate assessment and treatment planning. Through guided instruction, sample intake forms, structured discussion, and interactive role-plays, learners will develop the confidence and competence to ask sensitive questions, establish rapport around sexual concerns, and apply PLISSIT-based interventions from the very first session. Emphasis is placed on ethical practice, cultural humility, and the therapist’s ability to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where patients feel comfortable sharing intimate details essential to their care.
To register or access the part 2 asynchronous/self study click -> HERE<-
Learning Objectives:
Describe the core components of an initial clinical interaction and explain how therapist communication, presence, and framing influence patient comfort during early discussions of sexual concerns.
Demonstrate strategies for establishing rapport with sex therapy patients by using culturally responsive, non-judgmental, and affirming communication techniques.
Apply the PLISSIT Model during intake sessions by identifying when to introduce sexual-health questions and distinguishing between Permission, Limited Information, Specific Suggestions, and Intensive Therapy in early encounters.
Conduct a structured clinical intake with sex therapy patients by gathering relevant biopsychosocial and psychosexual information and organizing it for assessment and treatment planning.
Evaluate the role of ongoing assessment in sex therapy by recognizing how information obtained throughout the initial session shapes diagnostic impressions, treatment goals, and ethical decision-making.
Agenda:
1 HOUR
1. Initial Interaction
1 HOUR
2. Establishing Rapport
30 Minutes
3. The PLISSIT Model
30 Minutes
4. Clinical Intake
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
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.
Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed creative arts therapists. #CAT-0122.
Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0129.
Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0325.
Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0275.
Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0774.
The American Psychological Association approves the School of Sex Therapy to sponsor continuing education for
psychologists. The School of Sex Therapy maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
The School of Sex Therapy is an approved continued education provider for the International Association of Psychosexual Therapists. The School of Sex Therapy maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
CE You! is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland. CE You! maintains responsibility for this program.
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