Knowing the Sexual Self

Before learning how to educate or support others around sexuality, it is important to understand your own sexual self.

Foundations of the Sexual Self is an introductory sexology course that invites participants to examine how personal experiences, relationships, culture, family, beliefs, and social expectations have shaped the way they understand sexuality.

Through guided learning and reflection, participants explore sexual self-concept, erotic templates, desire, boundaries, relationships, intimacy, pleasure, and fantasies. The course provides a structured way to develop greater awareness of your own sexual values, patterns, preferences, and experiences.

For professionals who work with sexuality, this self-awareness is particularly important. Understanding your own assumptions, values, and responses can help you approach conversations about sexuality with greater reflection and professional responsibility.

Who is it for?

Anyone interested in understanding their sexual self more deeply, including:

• Educators and sexuality educators
• Psychologists, counselors, and other mental health professionals
• Healthcare professionals
• Coaches and facilitators
• Individuals interested in sexuality and personal development
• Those considering further training in sexology

What you'll explore

• Sexual self-concept and identity
• Personal and cultural sexual narratives
• Erotic templates
• Desire and desire mapping
• Boundaries and communication
• Relationships and intimacy
• Pleasure
• Sexual fantasies
• Self-awareness in sexuality-related professional work

What makes it different?

Many sexuality programs begin by teaching what you need to know about other people.

We begin with you.

Before you can responsibly educate, facilitate, or support conversations about sexuality, you need to understand the experiences, beliefs, assumptions, and values you bring into those conversations.

Join the November 2026 Cohort!

A personal and relational introduction to sexology through the exploration of identity, desire, boundaries, relationships, pleasure, and fantasies.