Motherhood and Sexuality: Finding Balance and Integration
1 Hour
Wednesday, December 16th, 2026 11:00 AM EST -12:00 PM EST Rivka Sidorsky, LCSW-C, CST,C-PST
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Wednesday, December 16th, 2026 11:00 AM EST -12:00 PM EST Rivka Sidorsky, LCSW-C, CST,C-PST
1 CE Credit
(Interactive)
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$30.00 USD
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Description
Motherhood brings profound physical, emotional, and relational changes that can impact sexual desire, satisfaction, and identity. This course explores the challenges and opportunities for integrating sexuality into the postpartum and parenting experience.
Participants will examine factors such as body image, fatigue, hormonal changes, and relational dynamics, and learn strategies to support mothers in reconnecting with their sexual selves. Through case examples and practical interventions, therapists will gain tools to help clients cultivate balance, enhance intimacy, and foster a healthy integration of motherhood and sexuality.
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Comprehensive Sex Therapy & Intimacy Training Program: Fulfills AASECT Educational Requirements for Sex Therapy certification
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Comprehensive Sex Therapy & Intimacy Training Program
Comprehensive Sex Therapy & Intimacy Training Program: Fulfills AASECT Educational Requirements for Sex Therapy certification
About the Presenter:
Rivka Sidorsky is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist Supervisor, a licensed clinical social worker, a Social Work Board Certified Supervisor, a Faculty Lecturer, a published author, a Harvard University research fellowship recipient, and an experienced lecturer. She is the owner and director of Rivka Sidorsky & Associates, group psychotherapy practice. She is the Director of a full sex therapy training program and specializes in teaching sex therapy on topics such as female sexual dysfunction, sexual pain, vaginismus, sexual aversion, couples sexual issues, and performing sex therapy with diverse religions and cultures. She lives in Silver Spring with her husband and their five children.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify at least three physical, psychological, and relational factors that may influence sexual desire and satisfaction during motherhood.
- Apply at least three clinical interventions to help mothers strengthen intimacy, reconnect with their sexual identities, and integrate sexuality into their parenting experience.
Agenda:
11:00–11:05 AM — Introduction: Motherhood and Sexual Identity
- Overview of the relationship between motherhood, sexuality, and personal identity
- Common assumptions and expectations surrounding maternal sexuality
11:05–11:15 AM — Physical and Hormonal Influences
- Postpartum and parenting-related hormonal changes
- Physical recovery, sleep deprivation, fatigue, and their effects on sexual desire and satisfaction
11:15–11:25 AM — Body Image and Sexual Self-Concept
- Changes in body image during postpartum and parenting stages
- The impact of self-esteem, cultural expectations, and maternal identity on sexual wellbeing
11:25–11:35 AM — Emotional and Psychological Factors
- Mental load, stress, anxiety, and competing caregiving demands
- Understanding changes in desire without pathologizing the mother’s experience
11:35–11:45 AM — Relationship and Intimacy Dynamics
- Changes in partner roles and relationship expectations after becoming parents
- Communication, emotional connection, resentment, and differences in sexual desire
11:45–11:55 AM — Clinical Interventions and Case Applications
- Strategies for helping mothers reconnect with their sexual identities
- Communication and intimacy-building interventions
- Case examples illustrating common clinical challenges and treatment approaches
11:55 AM–12:00 PM — Integration, Questions, and Key Takeaways
- Applying the biopsychosocial framework in clinical practice
Accreditation - This Webinar Offers 1 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits
- This program meets the requirements for the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists. These CE credits may be applied toward AASECT certification and renewal of certification. AASECT Core Knowledge Areas: B, C, E, G, I, M.
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed creative arts therapists. #CAT-0122.
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0129.
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0325.
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0275.
- Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0774.
This presentation is open to:
- Behavior Analysts
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
This online class is offered at an introductory level, and is beneficial for a beginner level clinician:
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
Additional information
- Refunds: Registrants who are unable to attend a NEFESH seminar or live webinars may ask for, and will receive, a credit or refund (your choice). Refund requests will be processed within 3 business days. When an attendee knows in advance that they are unable to attend we ask that they inform NEFESH ahead of time by emailing secretary@nefeshinternational.org or by calling or texting 201-384-0084 this allows us to free up the spot in the training in the event that a training is at or near capacity.
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- Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often, and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly.
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- Satisfactory Completion: Certificates are available after satisfactory course completion in your account or by clicking here
- Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.
- There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.
- System Requirements: Any device (such as a computer, tablet, or phone), Dual-Core 2 GHz or higher processor, and at least 4 GB of RAM capable of running a Zoom session, along with a stable internet connection.
- Although early registration is recommended for this class in order to ensure the best experience, attendees may register and join until the start of the program
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