Working with Consensually Non-Monogamous Clients

Consensual non-monogamy (CNM) has become an increasingly visible form of relationships over the past 20-30 years. Whether trained to work within traditional couples/relationship therapy or not, clinicians are likely to encounter clients wanting to talk about their values and decision-making around considering CNM relationships. Taking a multiculturally competent approach to working with these clients, this workshop will help participants examine their own beliefs and values about relationships and CNM, deepen their knowledge of the experiences of CNM clients, and develop affirming practices an...Read mored strategies to working with these clients. Lecture, discussion, and case presentations will be used to illustrate the content. Participants are encouraged to discuss the ways in which CNM has come up in their own practice. Less...

Learning Objectives

Develop a comprehensive definition of consensual non-monogamy
Deepen their knowledge of issues, both clinical and non-clinical, faced by non-monogamous people
Identify common mononormative biases and reflect on their own thoughts and values related to CNM
Outline various strategies towards approaching psychotherapy with clients who practice consensual non-monogamy

Target Audience

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

Learning Levels

Beginner

Monday, April 15, 2024

Live Interactive Webinar

01:00 PM EDT - 04:00 PM EDT

EARN 3 CE Credit Hours

About the speaker

Kyle J. Schultz, Psy.D, M.Ed.

Kyle J. Schultz, Psy.D, M.Ed. is a licensed psychologist and educator with a doctorate in clinical psychology (Psy.D) and a master of education in human sexuality (M.Ed.) from Widener University. Kyle has worked as a therapist, educator, and public speaker/consultant in various settings with a diverse array of people for over 18 years. In his private practice, Kyle sees clients with concerns related to sexuality (LGBTQ+ folks, sexual compulsivity, sexual trauma, sexual dysfunction, kink), relationships (dating, couples, consensual non-monogamy, infidelity), depression, anxiety, and grief. Kyle is a certified psychoanalyst (trained at the Institute for Relational Psychoanalysis of Philadelphia) and is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. As a Lecturer of Education Practice in the Professional Counseling masters program at the University of Pennsylvania, Kyle teaches courses related to novice and advanced counseling skills (practicum/internship), advanced professional development, and counseling theories and interventions and is also the director of GSE’s Counseling Lab, a lab that provides feedback to graduate students about their counseling skills using the deliberate practice model.

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. (Expires 6/30/2025)

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

CE Process Info

CFR is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists and other mental health professionals whose state licensing boards recognize CE credit provided by APA-approved sponsors. 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.

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