Approved Training Providers
There are currently two institutes that provide training pathways for various somatic modalities and professional membership of the SSEAA.
The SSEAA was first established by Sexological Bodyworks. There are additional institutes in other parts of the world that train graduates in this modality, which are not listed here. Certification from those other institutes are assessed on a case by case basis, however generally are seen as a valid pathway to membership.
Institute of Somatic Sexology (ISS)
Certificate in Somatic Sex Coaching
Somatic sex coaching is about changing habits from within. Practitioners use coaching tools and models so that clients develop awareness of what they are experiencing, where they want change, what they want more of, and how to get there. Working with the emotional, relational, psychological and physical aspects of clients, somatic sex coaches train clients to harness neuroplasticity through intentional practice.
Somatic Sex Coaching is a fully clothed modality, that does not include touch between practitioners and clients. We work within the Code of Professional Conduct for Somatic Non-Erotic Touch Practitioners.
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Certificate in Sexological Bodywork
Sexological Bodywork practitioners are somatic sex educators, supporting individuals, couples and groups to learn to direct their own erotic development, learn about their bodies, sex and sexuality, and work through sexual issues or concerns.
They aim to empower their students, through touch practices and different coaching and teaching methods to live more fully in their bodies. Although touch may be used as one of the educational modalities, Sexological Bodyworkers are not a new type of massage therapist. They are certified sexologists focusing on education.
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Certificate in Embodied Counseling
Embodied Counselling is a somatic approach to counselling that integrates felt experiences and embodiment tools, into the counselling process. Embodied Counselling Practitioners are equally interested in what their clients think, what they have to say, and what they are feeling and experiencing through their bodies.
In order to integrate the body’s experiences into the counselling process, Embodied Counselling Practitioners are skilled in coaching clients to access and develop embodiment. It is a client-centred, co-created approach, that seeks to harness the real-time information the body has about its experience of living in the world, empowering people to take charge of their process, as well as developing somatic skills that support informed and vibrant living.
Embodied Counselling Practitioners work within the Code of Ethics and Conduct for Somatic Non-Erotic Touch Practitioners, within the SSEAA. They have completed a minimum of 220 training hours, 42 client hours and 14 supervision hours, within their training.
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Institute of New Paradigm Intimacy
Certificate in Self Pleasure
Institute New Paradigm Intimacy offers a 9 month Somatic Sex Practitioner Certification with the globally accredited Self Pleasure Modality™️. This innovative therapeutic self-touch method, grounded in Gestalt, Taoist, and Tantric principles, invites you to connect with the innocence and purity of your life force energy and expression to transform your reality with ease. One of the most enthralling courses on sexuality, Institute New Paradigm Intimacy is not just about becoming a practitioner but a life shift that takes you on your own awakening journey, supports healing of your own sexual trauma and expands your range of life through connecting to Eros.