{"id":306783,"date":"2025-07-30T12:59:54","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T16:59:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightuniversity.com\/continuing-education\/treatment-of-sexual-compulsivity-and-partner-betrayal-trauma-certificate-program\/"},"modified":"2026-04-24T10:11:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T14:11:34","slug":"treatment-of-sexual-compulsivity-and-partner-betrayal-trauma-certificate-program","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/lightuniversity.com\/es\/continuing-education\/treatment-of-sexual-compulsivity-and-partner-betrayal-trauma-certificate-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Treatment of Sexual Compulsivity and Partner Betrayal Trauma Certificate Program"},"content":{"rendered":"

About This Course<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Sexual compulsivity and partner betrayal trauma are complex clinical concerns that deeply affect emotional, relational, and spiritual functioning. This course provides an in-depth exploration of Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder (CSBD) and its impact on both individuals and their partners within a clinically sound framework<\/span>, with specific emphasis given to faith-based clients<\/span>. Content includes diagnostic distinctions between CSBD and normative sexual behavior, along with contributing factors such as trauma, attachment disruption, shame, and neurobiological influences. The emotional and psychological effects of betrayal trauma are examined through a systemic lens, with attention to the clinical needs of partners and the dynamics of disclosure. Various experiential and integrative tools are introduced to support client insight and emotional processing. Ethical considerations, group therapy models, and relapse prevention planning are also addressed to support long-term recovery. This course emphasizes the development of informed, compassionate care for <\/span>all <\/span>clients<\/span>, with specific techniques given for faith-based clients,<\/span> navigating the complexities of compulsive sexual behavior and betrayal trauma, equipping clinicians to engage these challenges with integrity and clinical confidence.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Learning Objectives<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Participants will\u2026\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Define compulsive and addictive sexual behavior using current clinical standards and distinguish it from normative sexual functioning.<\/li>\n
  2. Describe the neurobiological, psychological, and spiritual mechanisms contributing to sexual compulsivity and addiction.<\/li>\n
  3. Apply trauma-informed experiential exercises to support insight and narrative processing in clients.<\/li>\n
  4. Assess the effects of unresolved trauma, insecure attachment, and chronic shame on the development and maintenance of sexual compulsivity.<\/li>\n
  5. Outline structured disclosure protocols and therapeutic strategies for working with betrayed partners within a clinically sound and faith-sensitive framework.<\/li>\n
  6. Conceptualize group therapy models and relapse prevention planning into long-term treatment for compulsive and addictive sexual behavior.<\/li>\n
  7. Summarize ethical considerations and scope of practice issues when integrating faith-informed principles into the clinical care of Christian clients.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Lesson Titles<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    TSAC 101: Integrating Faith and Treatment: Foundational Approaches to Compulsive and Addictive Sexual Behavior in Christian Clients<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
    \nJim Cress, M.A., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 102: Identifying and Defining Compulsive Sexual Behavior and Understanding Healthy Sexuality<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
    \nMike Vaughn, M.A., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 103:\u00a0 Experiential Tools for Healing<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
    \nJim Cress, M.A., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 104: Neurobiological Underpinnings of Compulsive and Addictive Sexual Behavior<\/span><\/b>
    \nKarl Benzio, M.D.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 105: The Role of Attachment, Trauma, and Shame in the Development of Sexual Compulsivity<\/span><\/b>
    \nJason VanRuler, M.A., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 106: A Treatment Model for Compulsive Sexual Behavior<\/span><\/b>
    \nMike Vaughn, M.A., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 107: Facilitating Disclosure in the Recovery Process<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
    \nSheri Denham, Ph.D., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/span>TSAC 108: Counseling Partners Affected by Compulsive Sexual Behavior<\/span><\/b>
    \nSheri Denham, Ph.D., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 109: Addressing Couples and Families in the Recovery Journey<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
    \nJason VanRuler, M.A., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 110: The Role of Group Therapy in Treating Compulsive Sexual Behavior<\/span><\/b>
    \nMike Vaughn, M.A., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 111: Developing Effective Relapse Prevention Plans for Long-Term Recovery<\/span><\/b>
    \nJason VanRuler, M.A., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 112: Navigating Deep Grief and Loss Recovery for Sexually Betrayed Partners\u00a0<\/strong>
    \nSheri Denham, Ph.D., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    TSAC 113: Panel Discussion on Case Work and Ethical Considerations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
    \nPresenter: Jim Cress, M.A., CSAT, Sheri Denham, Ph.D., CSAT, Jason VanRuler, M.A., CSAT, and Mike Vaughn, M.A., CSAT<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Course Presenters<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Jim Cress, M.A., CSAT, Sheri Denham, Ph.D., CSAT, Jason VanRuler, M.A., CSAT, and Mike Vaughn, M.A., CSAT<\/p>\n

    Continuing Education\u00a0<\/span><\/b>Approval Statements<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    \"\"American Association of Christian Counselors has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7543. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. American Association of Christian Counselors is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.<\/p>\n

    \"\"The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) is an Approved Continuing Education CE provider by the International Board of Christian Care (IBCC). American Association of Christian Counselors is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.<\/p>\n

     <\/p>\n

    The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) offers some psychologists, therapists, counselors, social workers and play therapists Continuing Education (CE) credit due for good standing with certain states and a limited number of professional organizations.\u00a0<\/span>It remains the responsibility of each participant to be aware of state licensure and CE requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Participants should check their state and\/or local regulations<\/span><\/i><\/b>\u00a0regarding required continuing education hours.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0For more information Light University Continuing Education programs, please visit:<\/span>\u00a0https:\/\/lightuniversity.com\/continuing-education-statements\/<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    13 credit hours<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Continuing Education Accreditations applicable to this course<\/em>
    \nNBCC, IBCC, Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling<\/p>\n

    Intended Audience:<\/strong> Mental and Medical Health Professionals<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":315631,"template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","content-type":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[587,910],"product_tag":[1084],"class_list":{"0":"post-306783","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-certification-programs","7":"product_cat-continuing-education","8":"product_tag-tsac12-ondt","10":"first","11":"instock","12":"virtual","13":"sold-individually","14":"purchasable","15":"product-type-simple"},"yoast_head":"\nTreatment of Sexual Compulsivity and Partner Betrayal Trauma Certificate Program - Light University<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/lightuniversity.com\/es\/continuing-education\/treatment-of-sexual-compulsivity-and-partner-betrayal-trauma-certificate-program\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"es_MX\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Treatment of Sexual Compulsivity and Partner Betrayal Trauma Certificate Program - 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