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This event is not sponsored by the Alumni Association and does not fall under the benefits of Founding Membership status.
Human Sexuality Conference: Sexual Ethics
Friday, June 23, 2017
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Richmont Graduate University
1900 The Exchange, Building 100, Atlanta, GA 30339
Registration: Click here
PRESENTERS
Gary Barnes, PhD
Dr. Gary Barnes is currently Professor of Biblical Counseling at Dallas Theological Seminary. He is a licensed psychologist, a board certified sex therapist, and an ordained Anglican clergy, specializing in marriage and family research, counseling, and training. After graduating from Dallas Seminary, he served as an assistant pastor for seven years and then earned a Ph.D. in counseling psychology from Columbia University. While in New York, he was a research project coordinator at NYU Medical Center’s Family Studies Clinic and later completed a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in clinical child psychology through Parkland Hospital (Dallas) and the Child Guidance Clinics. He is a member of the American Psychological Association, the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology, the Christian Association of Psychological Studies and the American Board of Christian Sex Therapists. He also maintains a marriage and family private practice. He and his wife Cathy have two sons, two daughters, two daughters-in-law, a son-in-law and 9 grandchildren. For fun, he races in USA Cycling Masters competition.
Doug Rosenau, EdD
Dr. Doug Rosenau is a Licensed Psychologist, Marriage & Family Therapist, and Diplomat of the American Board of Sexology (ABS). Another pioneer in Christian sex therapy, Doug is a popular speaker and the best-selling author of A Celebration of Sex. He is a full clinical member of the Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR), and he teaches Human Sexuality as an adjunct professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, Reformed Theological Seminary, and Richmont Graduate University. Dr. Doug is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary (Th.M.), and received his doctorate (Ed.D.) from Northern Illinois University. As co-founder and current Executive Director of the Christian organization Sexual Wholeness, Inc., he has helped to create the Institute for Sexual Wholeness that trains Christian sex therapists and educators.
James Childerston, PhD
Dr. James Childerston is a clinical psychologist specializing in a broad spectrum of psychological disciplines including individual and couple therapy, as well as medical and pharmacological consulting. He is a nationally known author and a widely sought speaker who has led seminars and retreats across the United States on marital enrichment, managing emotions, communication skills and conflict resolution strategies, and fostering relational closeness. He also has demonstrated expertise in treating sexual dysfunction and addressing sexuality and aging. Dr. Childerston is board certified in medical psychology, psychopharmacology, and sex therapy. He is a founder of The Academy of Medical Psychology and served as Vice President for several years before serving 10 years as President. He is on the faculty of the Institute for Sexual Wholeness and the Board of Directors of Sexual Wholeness, Inc. He is the co-author of A Celebration of Sex After 50 and Purity & Passion: Authentic Male Sexuality.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This workshop explores the challenges inherent in ethical mental health professional practice while dealing with sexual issues when the beliefs, practices, and values of the professional and the client greatly differ from each other. It will present historical and contemporary views of human sexuality and ethics from both theological and secular perspectives. Sexual meanings, practices and values will be addressed specifically on the topics of sexual identity, gender identity, singleness, marriage, and sexual disorders. Current understandings and standards of practice from the American Psychological Association and American Counseling Association codes of ethics will be examined.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Within the context of this 6-hour workshop, participants will be able to:
BASIC TOPIC SCHEDULE
| Time | Lecture Topic |
| 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Understanding Humans as Sexual Beings |
| 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM | Diversity in Human Sexuality |
| 1:15 PM – 2:45 PM | Personal Awareness: Separating Self from Client Sexual Diversity |
| 3:00 – 4:30 PM | Ethics, Sexual Diversity, and Sexual Issues |
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Continuing Education: 6 ethics or core CE clock hours available
Workshop Level: Beginner
Course Schedule: June 23 – 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
One 15 minute morning break | One hour lunch break | One 15 minute afternoon break
Fees
$150.00 per registrant
Or
Register for Sexual Ethics and Restoring the Pleasure CE (Saturday, June 24th) and receive a $50.00 discount. Attend both CE events and receive 12 CE clock hours for only $250.00 per registrant.
Registration
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For registration and CE questions, please contact Martha Busby at
For other questions, please contact Mallory Reynolds or Cory Taylor at
m.reynolds@sexualwholeness.com
Richmont Graduate University is approved by the American Psychologist Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Richmont Graduate University maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
