Sensory Modulation for Sex and Intimacy
FOR CLINICIANS
Sexual intimacy is an important occupational role and one’s ability to participate fully can be impacted by a range of factors.
This on demand training explains the valuable role of sensory modulation in supporting a person’s participation in sexual intimacy.
Content includes –
- Explanation of sensory modulation as an intervention
- Dual control model of sexual response, outlining the role of excitation and inhibition mechanisms and factors that impact on these.
- Application of practical sensory modulation strategies to support a person’s sexual intimacy, through:
- Building sensory awareness with regard to sexual intimacy
- Using the DIN model (decreasing, increasing and adding (new) sensory input)
- Communication strategies to promote safety, self-advocacy and comfort
Slides and comprehensive handouts are provided to assist with learning and application of content.
Who is this suitable for?
This training has been developed for clinicians, support workers and anyone supporting individuals who would gain benefit from a better understanding of and tailored strategies to support their engagement in sexual intimacy.
The strategies are beneficial for all people, but with particular value for those with sensory sensitivities, sensory differences and distinct preferences, Autism, ADHD and other neurodivergence, experience of trauma and physical issues including fatigue and pain.
This webinar provides 1 hours and 38 minutes of video and a 43 page workbook so totalling 2 CPD hours.
Cost:
$120 AUS
Questions:
Email [email protected]
Availability
Available now as an on-demand session. Enrolment includes 12 months of access.
- Trainers:
Carolyn Fitzgibbon and Julie O’Sullivan are the co-directors of Sensory Modulation Brisbane. Carolyn and Julie are experienced OTs who have worked together for over 25 years and share extensive knowledge and practical experience in the implementation of sensory modulation and sensory approaches, at both intervention and service development levels. Carolyn and Julie have published a wide range of work, including:
- Sensory Modulation Resource Manual
- Chapter titled 'Sensory modulation interventions in practice when working with trauma' published in Sensory Approaches to Mental Health Practice - First EditionKeptner KM, Fitzgibbon C, O’Sullivan J. Effectiveness of anxiety reduction interventions on test anxiety: A comparison of four techniques incorporating sensory modulation. British Journal of Occupational Therapy. 2020;84(5):289-297. doi:10.1177/0308022620935061 - - O’Sullivan, J., Fitzgibbon, C., Carrive, P., & Kozlowska, K. (2026). Pickle juice – and other pungent foods – as a grounding strategy for managing episodes of dissociative shutdown. Human Systems: Therapy, Culture and Attachments, 0(0), 1–18. https://doi.org/10.1177/26344041251411521
Carolyn and Julie conduct trainings, webinars and workshops for national and international services and agencies for a range of different professional groups and stakeholders, regarding sensory modulation and the integration of sensory strategies and interventions into workplaces and with the individuals they support. They strive to identify practical sensory solutions that are safe, appropriate, individualised and meaningful, thus enhancing people's functioning and participation in their activities of choice.
Sensory Modulation Brisbane
www.sensory-modulation-brisbane.com
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Contact
Email [email protected] if you have any questions.
