The Unholy Trinity: Healing the Trauma of Adult Clergy Sexual Abuse

While religious organizations and mental health professionals continue to expand their knowledge and understanding of the longitudinal impacts of childhood clergy sexual abuse, less attention has been focused on sexual relationships between clergy and adult parishioners, and the institutions tasked to reprimand unholy alliances. While there is a body of literature that outlines clergy misconduct and adult clergy sexual abuse (ACSA) (Chaves & Garland, 2009; Doyle, 2009; Garland & Argueta, 2011), additional traumatization can occur when victims of ACSA are penalized as if they had consen...Read moresual affairs (de Weger, 2022).

The proposed workshop stands to help participants deepen their understanding of the multifaceted dynamics associated with ACSA. Participants will explore trauma-informed therapeutic techniques and ethical considerations to equip participants with the skills necessary to support and advocate for survivors effectively. Through an interactive lecture, case studies, and experiential learning activities, this workshop aims to provide a holistic approach to addressing the trauma of ACSA. Participants will be equipped with the critical thinking skills, therapeutic techniques, and ethical insights necessary to foster healing and support for survivors, contributing to a more informed and compassionate practice in sex therapy, relationship counseling, and ministry. Less...

Learning Objectives

  • By the end of the first hour of the workshop, participants will be able to critically analyze and explicate at least three multifaceted psychological, emotional, spiritual, and ethical dimensions of adult clergy sexual abuse by formulating a written definition.
  • At the midpoint of the workshop, participants will be able to identify at least two trauma-informed therapeutic methodologies and ethical frameworks in a simulated therapy session with a peer, demonstrating their effectiveness in a 20-minute role-play.
  • By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to rigorously evaluate the ethical considerations and efficacy of at least three intervention strategies when advocating for victims of adult clergy sexual abuse.

Learning Levels

  • Intermediate

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Live Interactive Webinar

01:00 PM EDT - 04:00 PM EDT

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$100.00
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About the speaker

Kristine Seitz, LSW, MSW, M.Ed

Kristine Seitz, LSW, MSW, M.Ed

Professional Development Manager, Staff Therapist
Dr. Tiffany Gilmore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and leading sex and relationship specialist in New Jersey. In her roles as a therapist, sex educator, pastor, and researcher, she has helped numerous couples and individuals enhance their sexual experiences, strengthen their relationships, achieve deepened levels of intimacy, and harmonize their sexuality with their spirituality. At D’Ivad Zzen Therapy Boutique, Dr. Tiffany specializes in treating the residue of spiritual abuse, sexual trauma, relationship discord, and attachment injuries. Dr. Gilmore’s research and civil engagement focuses on marginalized populations. She is a recognized leader in the New Jersey Children’s System of Care, where she has held leadership roles, was involved in program compliance, leadership development and trainings. Further, she is an Adjunct Professor in the Marriage and Family Therapy Doctoral Program at Eastern University and is actively involved in the faith community. As a founding board member of the nonprofit New Life Holistic Ministries, Dr. Tiffany has also engaged in program development initiatives involving services for individuals that have experienced human trafficking, as well as at risk youth within the therapeutic foster care system. Within this nonprofit sector, Tiffany has also engaged in curriculum development and trainings. Dr. Tiffany accepted the appointment to serve as a founding member of the Therapist Development Center’s CE Oversite Committee. In her role, she endeavors to ensure therapists receive valuable course content that will perpetuate clinical excellence. Dr. Tiffany also accepted the appointment to serve as a Co-Ambassador for Clinicians of Color Northeast Region in 2024.

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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