Certificate in Sex, Intimacy, and Relational Healing

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Elevate your practice with our comprehensive Certificate in Sex, Intimacy, and Relational Healing, designed to empower mental health professionals with cutting-edge, evidence-based tools to transform clients’ sexual and relational lives. This seven-module program offers a structured, skill-intensive approach to mastering therapeutic techniques for addressing intimacy challenges, sexual trauma, infidelity, compulsive sexual behaviors, and relational betrayal. Led by world-class experts, including Megan Salar and Dr. Holly Richmond, this training equips you to help clients rebuild trust, restore pleasure, and foster meaningful connections.

Upon completion, you’ll meet the training requirements necessary to confer the SIRH-PT™ (Sex, Intimacy, and Relational Healing Practitioner-Trained) certification credential, showcasing your specialized expertise in one of the most critical areas of mental health today. Whether you’re working with couples, trauma survivors, or individuals struggling with sexual addiction or narcissism, this program provides the practical skills and neuroscience-backed strategies to drive lasting change.

Why You Should Enroll:

  • RComprehensive Skill Development: From somatic interventions to betrayal recovery, this program covers the full spectrum of sex and intimacy challenges, ensuring you’re prepared for any client scenario.
  • RImmediate Application: Access worksheets, scripts, and role-play demos to start using new techniques with clients the next day, enhancing your practice’s impact.
  • RNeuroscience Integration: Understand how trauma, addiction, and relational stress affect the brain, and leverage this knowledge to design effective, brain-based interventions.
  • R31 CEs & Lifetime Access: Retain course materials for reference and refreshers, with no additional costs, supporting your ongoing professional growth.
  • REligible to receive the SIRH-PT™ Post Nominal Credential: Nationally recognized credibility marker on a modern digital badge from Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC, our independent certification body.

Program Courses

  • Somatic Sex Therapy: Using Psychophysiology to Create Pleasure & Connection

3 Total CEs

  • Helping Clients Recover Sexual and Relational Health After Sexual Trauma
3.25 Total CEs
  • Relationship Therapy Toolbox: Popular Empirical Skills to Transform Partnerships
10 Total CEs
  • Sexual Trauma & How it Leads to Grief: Treating the “Other Side” of Trauma
1.75 Total CEs
  • Treating Infidelity: Trust Violation, Micro-cheating, & Betrayal – Clinical Strategies
2.5 Total CEs
  • Narcissism, Hypersexuality, and Betrayal Trauma in Relationships: Treatment Tools
5.5 Total CEs
  • Sexual Addictive Disorders: Treatment Tools to Build Emotional Sobriety
5 Total CEs

Program Instructors

  • Holly Richmond, PhD, LMFT

    Dr. Holly Richmond is a Somatic Psychotherapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Sex Therapist (CST). This unique combination of credentials enables her to focus on clients’ cognitive processes as well as mind-body health. She works with women, men, couples and gender-diverse individuals on relationship and sexuality issues, offering sex therapy and sexual health coaching nationally and internationally. Her treatment specialties include low libido, sexual dysfunction, compulsive sexuality (often called “addiction”), desire discrepancies in couples, recovery from sexual assault and abuse, and alternative/non-traditional sexual expression. Her newly released book "Reclaiming Pleasure: A Sex-Positive Guide for Moving Past Sexual Trauma and Living a Passionate Life" (New Harbinger, Oct. 2021) is an innovative look at both somatic and psychological factors in survivors’ erotic recovery. Dr. Holly is regularly quoted in publications and media outlets including The New York Times, CNN, Shape, NBC, Wired, Forbes, Oprah, Men’s Health, Cosmopolitan and Women’s Health. She is a sought-after consultant in the sextech industry and is seen as a pioneer in the clinical exploration of sex and technology, and how they work together as human sexuality evolves in the 21 st  century. Each interlinked facet of her work is grounded in a sex-positive perspective: all sex is good sex as long as it is consensual and pleasurable. This non-judgmental position allows her to assist clients in discovering their true needs, desires and personal path to wellness. www.drhollyrichmond.com www.next-sex.com


  • Megan Salar, MSW

    Megan Salar, MSW, is an author, educator, and consultant with advanced training in EMDR and trauma-informed approaches. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Northwest Nazarene University in 2011 and has spent over a decade immersed in trauma, attachment, and addiction-related education and professional training. Megan has provided training and educational consultation to thousands of mental health professionals in the U.S. and internationally, focusing on the practical application of EMDR-informed, trauma-responsive, and evidence-informed frameworks. Her work emphasizes clarity, ethical decision-making, and real-world integration of complex concepts. She is the author of EMDR Workbook for Trauma and PTSD: Skills to Manage Triggers, Move Beyond Traumatic Memories, and Take Back Your Life (New Harbinger Publications, 2023) and EMDR for Dummies (Wiley Publishing) and is set to release EMDR Workbook for Addiction (new Harbinger Publications, 2027). Her writing is intended for educational purposes and reflects contemporary research and professional best practices. Previously, Megan founded and operated an intensive outpatient treatment program that was recognized for excellence in practice in 2019. She now focuses exclusively on education, authorship, consulting, and professional training, with a passion for advancing trauma-informed understanding across disciplines. All services provided are educational and consultative in nature and do not constitute psychotherapy or clinical treatment.


  • Wendy Behary, MSW, LCSW

    With 30 years of professional experience and advanced level certifications, Wendy Behary is the founder and director of The Cognitive Therapy Center of New Jersey and The Schema Therapy Institutes of NJ-NYC-DC. She has been treating clients, training professionals and supervising psychotherapists for more than 20 years. Wendy was on the faculty of the Cognitive Therapy Center and Schema Therapy Institute of New York (until the Institutes merged in 2012), where she trained and worked with Dr. Jeffrey Young since 1989. She is a founding fellow and consulting supervisor for The Academy of Cognitive Therapy (Aaron T. Beck’s Institute). Wendy served as the President of the Executive Board of the International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST) from 2010-2014 and served as the Training and Certification Coordinator for the ISST Executive Board from 2008-2010. She currently serves as President of the Executive Board for the Jeff Young Schema Therapy Association. Wendy Behary has co-authored several chapters and articles on Schema Therapy and Cognitive Therapy. She is the author of an international bestselling book, "Disarming the Narcissist...” translated in 16 languages. The Third Edition was recently released and was selected by Oprah Daily as one of the top books on the subject of Narcissism. Wendy has a specialty in treating narcissists and the people who live with and deal with them. As an author and subject matter expert on narcissism, she is a contributing chapter author of several chapters on schema therapy for narcissism for professional readers. She lectures both nationally and internationally to professional and general audiences on schema therapy, narcissism, interpersonal relationships, anger, and dealing with difficult people. She receives consistent high praise for her clear and articulate teaching style and her ability to bring the therapy to life through dramatic demonstrations of client interactions in the treatment room. Her work industry business speaking engagements focus on interpersonal conflict resolution. Her private practice is primarily devoted to treating narcissists, partners/people dealing with them, and couples experiencing relationship problems.


  • Katherine Helm, PhD

    Katherine Helm, PhD is a Professor of Psychology and Director of Graduate Programs in Counseling at Lewis University, Romeoville, IL. She is also a practicing psychologist in part-time private where she sees individuals and couples. Katherine has authored several publications about racial and cultural issues in mental health, couples’ issues, and pedagogy in multicultural courses and has an extensive background facilitating counselor trainings. Katherine has had several media appearances on radio and video and is a TEDx speaker. She is a sought-after author, presenter, public speaker, professional trainer, and clinical supervisor.


  • Tiffani Dilworth, LCPC, CGCS

    Tiffani Dilworth is a successful psychotherapist, author, and sought-after speaker on topics related to grief, PTSD, and sexual assault. She has worked across the US with various organizations, schools, universities, and corporations to bring awareness to the grieving process and to teach countless people how to live alongside their grief. In addition to maintaining a private practice, Ms. Dilworth is an affiliate of PsychExperts & Associates, Inc, located in Baltimore, MD. Drawing on her rich clinical experience, Ms. Dilworth incorporates the most current information on the process of grieving with evidence-based and innovative treatment techniques that clinicians can immediately use in their practice. As the author of the books 11 Tools to Help Manage the Aftermath of Trauma and Types of Grief she is also the Host of Managing My Grief Podcast. Ms. Dilworth has a history of being the Founder of a nonprofit organization, being Co-Host of an afternoon radio talk show, and starting multiple businesses. Ms. Dilworth received her Master's in Community Counseling from Oklahoma State University. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist.


  • Corey Petersen, PhD, LCMFT

    Dr. Corey Petersen is a communication specialist and the owner of Communication and Connection Therapy. She completed her Ph.D. in Communication Studies at the University of Kansas, where her research focused on psychotherapeutic language and communication ethics. Prior to her Ph.D., Corey earned Master’s degrees in Marriage and Family Studies and Professional Communication. In addition to her formal education, she has completed training in four Gottman Method programs (Level 1, Level 2, Seven Principles, and Bringing Baby Home), Collaborative Language Couples Therapy, and has further training with various other relationship-oriented theories and models. Corey has been teaching collegiately for over 9 years in both the psychology and communication fields. When she is not teaching, she meets with clients in her private practice.

Want the Credential + Digital Badge?

Your enrollment includes the full Certificate Program curriculum through Online CE Credits—complete the training, quizzes, and evaluation to earn your CE certificates and your Program Certificate of Completion.

If you’d like to pursue the professional certification credential (including the post-nominal designation and a digital badge), you can do so through Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC (MWCE)—our independent certification body backed by a 30+ member advisory board.

No additional fee: If you complete the full OCEC program curriculum, you can earn certification through MWCE at no extra cost.

You can decide later—this is optional and can be started anytime.

ATTENTION: Certificate Programs are not included in the Essentials CE Plan, so please enroll and pay here. Legacy “Everything Plan” members already have access and should not pay.

Payment

Included in this certificate program (31 CEs) is...

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Our benefits

Included in this certificate program (31 CEs) is…

  • REligibility to receive the SIRH-PT™ post-nominal certification credential and digital badge through Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC to include on your resume, website, and directory profiles.
  • RPractical, Skill-Based Training: Dive into actionable tools, like somatic exercises, betrayal recovery protocols, and emotional sobriety frameworks, that you can apply immediately with clients.
  • RExclusive Instruction From Leading Experts: Train under renowned clinicians like Dr. Holly Richmond, a certified sex therapist, whose insights bridge neuroscience, psychophysiology, and relational healing.
  • RSuccess-Proven, Evidence-Based Techniques: Gain proficiency in empirically validated approaches, including somatic sex therapy, trauma-informed interventions, and trust-rebuilding strategies, tailored to diverse client presentations.
  • RFlexible, Self-Paced Learning: Complete 31 hours of training at your own pace, 24/7, with no deadlines or recurring fees. Access courses anytime, anywhere, and revisit materials as needed – lifetime access included!
  • RFree Support Included: Benefit from up to four 1-hour group consultations with trauma experts to receive help applying these skills in practice, at no extra cost.

Why Choose Us?

Why Choose Our Certificate in Sex, Intimacy, and Relational Healing?

Simple – it’s completely comprehensive, expert-led, negrounded in research, loaded with proven clinical tools and techniques, AND affordable (i.e. you can get it on a payment plan with instant access). Better yet – you can inquire about any available special discounts!

Our program is multi-leveled, covering clinical trauma treatment from A-Z, with a focus on the delivery of skills and techniques you can use with any therapy approach. With the goal of bridging theory to practice, the Level 1 curriculum is designed to provide a solid foundation of the mechanisms of psychological trauma, clinical assessment, and introductory treatment techniques (e.g. neural desensitization tools, eye movements, solution-focused treatments, and memory reconsolidation, etc.).

You don’t need any prior trauma training or treatment experience to complete our comprehensive, multi-tiered clinical trauma treatment certificate program, which is designed to take you from beginner to expert (each level is about 30-33 hours in length). You can enroll and receive instant access – take your time to complete each module, with no due dates or time limits to complete!

If you opt to submit your training requirements to receive your post nominal credential, you will not be required to take additional courses or pay more money just to keep your SIRH-PT™ credential “current.” We believe that when you’ve gained these industry best-practice sexual and relational trauma treatment skills, you don’t lose them after one year, or five years. The most important part of maintaining your competence in trauma practice is to obtain expert-led continuing education, practice your skills, and seek consultation or supervision as appropriate.

We’ve got you covered!

If you find that you’re getting a little dusty, or feeling a little tentative, we welcome you to attend our 1 hour group consultations in trauma treatment (4 of these sessions are included FREE with your enrollment), retake one or more of your on-demand courses at no additional cost, or register for additional courses. Individual consultation sessions with Dr. Jennifer Sweeton are also available if you’d like some dyad practice or more individualized help.

When you earn your Certificate in Sex, Intimacy, and Relational Healing and SIRH-PT™ post nominal certification credential through Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC, you gain a credibility marker that helps you communicate to potential clients that you’re ready to help them begin processing and healing from their sexual and relational trauma! And because the certificate and your certification credential doesn’t expire, you don’t have to worry about anyone telling you to stop listing it on your website, directory listings, etc.

We’re eager to help you start your Sexual and Relational Health learning adventure! If you have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at cc@onlinececredits.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Online CE Credits grant this program's post-nominal certification credential?

No! The trainings and CEs (along with the program-level Certificate) are offered by Online CE Credits, but the certification credential and digital badge are issued by Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC, our independent certification body backed by a 30+ person advisory board.

Can I get new letters after my name when I complete the full certification?

Yes! Completion of all program courses gets you all the CEs through Online CE Credits and a program-level certificate. If you elect to complete all certification requirements through our independent certification body (Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC) you will receive a digital badge with a new post-nominal certification credential that you may advertise on your website, directories, CV, etc.

DISCLAIMER: No credential earned in the pursuit of continuing education guarantees competency to practice, and there is no expressed or written consent, direct or implied, given by Online CE Credits, Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC or their affiliates regarding your competency, ability, or legal right to practice. You must adhere to all licensing laws, rules, regulations, codes, and ethical guidelines of your applicable state professional licensing authority.  

Can I pay in installments?

Yes! We offer installment plans for our certificate programs – most of them split into 3 or 4 monthly payments. You get immediate access to the program with your first installment!

Who/What is the administering body for your certificate programs?

Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC (MWCE). MWCE is owned by Online CE Credits (DBA for Mind Works Professional Education, Inc.) but is a separate legal entity backed by an advisory board that oversees program quality and certification standards.

What learning platform is used to facilitate the learning experience?

Online CE Credits (www.onlinececredits.com)

How long will these certificate programs usually take to complete?

Our programs on average take about 1.10x the total CE value to complete. You earn CE certificates along the way as you complete each module. No requirement to purchase “recertification”; Keep access to your course modules for your own review as needed!

Will a certificate or certification from Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC permit me to practice?

No! Only your state’s licensing board can permit you to practice as a mental health professional (social worker, LPC, LMFT, psychologist, etc.). Our cert programs provide knowledge credentials, not practice qualifiers! That said, many clinicians find that these credentials are fantastic credibility markers for their clients, potential clients, and employers.

Is there an appeals process for the certificate/certification process?

Our standards are objective and non-exclusionary; anyone who meets the program’s requirements can earn the credential. Thus, an appeals process has never been needed. However, if you experience any challenges with the learning platform or course content, you may email us at cc@onlinececredits.com.If you have questions or need help completing your certification requirements after completing coursework, you may contact our independent certification body – Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC – by clicking here.

Can I get a refund?

Yes! If you purchase a full program and desire a refund, you may do so within 24 hours of your order, no questions asked, as long as you have not completed any courses within the program.

Where can I learn more about the specific requirements for certificate/certification programs?

Mind Works Continuing Education, LLC (MWCE) is our independent certification body that grants post-nominal credentials, and as such, establishes the criteria for certifications. For specific information on standards and requirements, visit MWCE at mindworkscontinuinged.com.

Do I need to pay again or take additional courses after earning my certificate and/or post-nominal credential, to keep it "current?"

No! You do not need to take additional courses or pay more money just to stay “current.” Just like you earn your graduate degree once (and pay for it once), you likewise earn your continuing education certificate and credential once (and pay for it once).

Keep lifetime access to your content for refresher training and take advantage of included direct consultation to maintain your expertise in both theory and practice.

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