Asexual and Aromantic Intimacy

Asexuality and Aromanticism are growing in awareness and bring with them new understandings of attraction, relationships, and intimacy. Our immersive session will delve into a comprehensive exploration of Asexuality and Aromanticism, including crucial aspects such as identity terminology, community history, common forms of erasure and oppression, and the intricate nuances of Differentiated Attractions. Using a multimedia approach including a PowerPoint presentation, documented sources, thought-provoking discussion, and a dynamic exercise in Redefining Intimacy, participants will be invited to...Read more challenge preconceived notions surrounding compulsory sexuality and romanticism, shedding light on the pervasive influence of amatonormativity in our society. Along with building contextual knowledge, we will explore affirming practices, transferable skills, and leave attendees with a plethora of resources to support their clients in the future. Less...

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Learning Objectives

  • Participants will be able to define and explain how Asexuality and Aromanticism fit within the LGBTQIA+ community including key concepts and historical context.
  • Participants will be able to identify and counter common microaggressions and forms of erasure and oppression experienced by Asexual and Aromantic communities, providing at least two specific examples.
  • Participants will be able to explain at least 5 examples of non-sexual and non-romantic Intimacy.

Target Audience

This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.

Learning Levels

  • Beginner

Monday, February 26, 2024

Live Interactive Webinar

01:00 PM EST - 04:00 PM EST

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EARN 3 CE Credit Hours

About the speaker

Aubri Lancaster, BA², CSE

Aubri Lancaster, BA², CSE

Aubri Lancaster (she/her) is an AASECT and ANTE UP! Certified Sexuality Educator. As a Greyromantic Asexual, Aubri has lived experience and a connection to the Asexual and Aromantic communities that provides a unique perspective on the issues facing the changing landscape of sexuality and orientation. When not working, Aubri spends her time with her spouse, her friends, her 6 year old, and her two adorable Chihuahuas.

CE Information - Earn 3 CE Credit Hours

CE Approvals

American Psychological Association
Council for Relationships is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Council for Relationships maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists
This program meets the requirements of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists. These CE credits may be applied toward AASECT certification and renewal of certification.

Council for Relationships # 11-111A.

Completion of this program does not ensure or guarantee AASECT Certification. For further information please contact ce@aasect.org.

CE Process Info

Council for Relationships is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Council for Relationships maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The following entities accept continuing education credits provided by APA-approved sponsors: the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors; the New Jersey State Board of Marriage and Family Examiners; the Delaware State Board of Professional Counselors of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals; the Delaware State Board of Social Work Examiners. 

Each professional is responsible for the individual requirements as stipulated by his/her licensing agency. Please contact your individual licensing board/regulatory agency to review continuing education requirements for licensure renewal. Please note: You must attend "live" (in real-time) to earn CE credits.

Before the event, you will receive an email from CE-Go with access to the virtual event. After the event, you will receive access to an evaluation and continuing education certificate via a personalized "attendee dashboard" link, hosted on the CE-Go website. This link and access to the virtual event will be sent to the email account you used to register for the event.

Upon accessing the CE-Go "attendee dashboard", you will be able to:

  • Complete evaluation forms for the event
  • Download your continuing education certificate in a PDF format

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Disclosure

DISCLOSURE OF RELEVANT CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Council for Relationships adheres to APA's Standards and Criteria for Approval of Sponsors of Continuing Education for Psychologists. Potential conflict of interest, commercial support, or commercial interest applies to sponsoring organizations, the presenter, and the content of the presentation. Sponsors should advise participants of the potential biases inherent in accepting inducements that might affect the selection of texts, the use of particular tests, and/or sponsorship of CE courses.

The following relevant conflicts of interest have been disclosed by this workshop's sponsoring organization, presenter(s), and the content of the presentation:
There are no conflicts of interests with the sponsoring organization, the presenter(s), or the content of the presentation.