Explore the mental and relational experiences of involuntary celibacy with Dr. Brandon Sparks, a leading expert whose recent research includes the first direct study of femcels (female involuntary celibates). This webinar examines the history of involuntary celibacy, the role of gender, and the similarities and distinctions between incels and femcels. Moving beyond stereotypes, Dr. Sparks considers how loneliness, helplessness, and problematic relational models shape these experiences—and highlights clinically relevant avenues for supporting an often-alienated and at-risk population.

Living and working in rural areas pose unique challenges for providers working with individuals across the sexual harm continuum. For survivors and those who have caused harm, rural communities have fewer services, resources, and supports available. Both clients and providers alike can experience feelings of isolation. Clinicians, case managers, educators, and doctors also have to navigate unique challenges related to ethical boundaries, including dual relationships and confidentiality in small towns where everyone seems to know each other. Studies have shown that rural healthcare workers experience higher rates of burnout, in part due to the higher number of ethical dilemmas.

Join us for a series of professional dialogues designed for rural providers who work with individuals across the sexual harm continuum. Moderated by Angelique Caley and David Prescott, these discussions provide a supportive space for rural providers to come together, share insights, offer creative ideas, and develop strategies to address the unique needs of their rural communities, their clients, and to maintain their own self-care.

Join us for a series of professional dialogues designed to address these pressing issues. Moderated by Nikole Nassen and David Prescott, these discussions provide a supportive space for professionals to share insights, develop strategies, and strengthen their ability to navigate the complexities of working with clients with paraphilias and paraphilic disorders. Each session will begin with a focused exploration of a specific topic, evolving naturally into an engaging, attendee-driven conversation shaped by shared experiences and professional insights.

Join us for a series of professional dialogues designed to address these pressing issues. Moderated by Nikole Nassen and David Prescott, these discussions provide a supportive space for professionals to share insights, develop strategies, and strengthen their ability to navigate the complexities of working with clients with paraphilias and paraphilic disorders. Each session will begin with a focused exploration of a specific topic, evolving naturally into an engaging, attendee-driven conversation shaped by shared experiences and professional insights.

Living and working in rural areas pose unique challenges for providers working with individuals across the sexual harm continuum. For survivors and those who have caused harm, rural communities have fewer services, resources, and supports available. Both clients and providers alike can experience feelings of isolation. Clinicians, case managers, educators, and doctors also have to navigate unique challenges related to ethical boundaries, including dual relationships and confidentiality in small towns where everyone seems to know each other. Studies have shown that rural healthcare workers experience higher rates of burnout, in part due to the higher number of ethical dilemmas.

Join us for a series of professional dialogues designed for rural providers who work with individuals across the sexual harm continuum. Moderated by Angelique Caley and David Prescott, these discussions provide a supportive space for rural providers to come together, share insights, offer creative ideas, and develop strategies to address the unique needs of their rural communities, their clients, and to maintain their own self-care.

This webinar explores victim/survivor perspectives on Sex Offender Registration and Notification (SORN) policies. Drawing on recent Australian research, Dr. Kelly Richards examines the complex concerns and priorities raised by victim/survivors, including the risks of vigilantism, unnecessary fear, false reassurance, and the need for meaningful community safety. The webinar considers the implications of these findings for public policy and community responses to sexual abuse.

When individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) engage in harmful or offending behaviors, it can be helpful to conceptualize risk factors as vulnerabilities that may increase the likelihood that harm will occur. Dr. Clare Allely, an internationally recognized expert on ASD and its links to harmful behaviors, developed this training to help professionals understand these vulnerabilities in relation to terrorism-related behaviors, viewing or possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM), and stalking.