SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION
What’s Included:
Sexual activity operates across physical, emotional, cognitive, behavioural and social levels. This CPD Masterclass helps you identify which components are dysfunctional and how to select and apply appropriate treatment strategies. Many hypnotherapists feel under‑prepared to work in this area due to the personal nature of sex and the range of issues that may arise. This course gives you the confidence, knowledge and practical skills to work safely, sensitively and effectively with clients experiencing sexual difficulties.
You’ll explore:
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Anatomy of sex
Understanding the structures and physiological processes involved in sexual functioning.
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Understanding sex
Including the sexual sequence, arousal patterns and the sexual response cycle.
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The psycho‑biology of gender
How biological, psychological and social factors interact in gender and sexual expression.
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Sexual dysfunction (overview)
A clear introduction to the main categories and presentations of sexual difficulties.
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Sex: a multi‑level view
Exploring physical, emotional, cognitive, behavioural and social contributors to sexual wellbeing.
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Commonly encountered problems
Issues frequently presented in therapy and how they manifest
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Medical issues
Conditions and health factors that can impact sexual functioning.
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Physical issues affecting both sexes
Shared physiological barriers to healthy sexual activity.
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Physical issues affecting men
Including erectile difficulties, ejaculation issues and other male‑specific concerns.
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Physical issues affecting women
Including pain, arousal difficulties and other female‑specific concerns.
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Emotional issues
Intimacy, trust, infidelity, attachment patterns and emotional barriers to sexual wellbeing.
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Cognitive issues
Expectations, anxieties, confidence, sexual self‑beliefs, myths and intrusive thoughts.
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Behavioural issues
Including inadequate sexual skills, compulsive behaviours, kinks and fetishes (addressed clinically and
non‑judgementally).
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Social issues
Partner dynamics, communication, cultural influences and relational context.
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Consultations
How to structure assessments, gather relevant information and work sensitively with clients.
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Hypnotherapy / NLP remedial interventions
Approaches that support change, reduce anxiety and improve sexual confidence and
functioning.
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Cognitive therapy
Working with beliefs, expectations and thought patterns that influence sexual behaviour.
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Behavioural therapy
Including sensate focus and other structured behavioural exercises.
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Case studies
Realistic examples illustrating presentations, treatment considerations and therapeutic approaches.
Additional Info:
CPD Hours: 15
Cost: £125 (discount available to returning students)