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Tanya delivers engaging, practical training grounded in over two decades of clinical experience, making her a highly sought-after presenter.

Her courses and masterclasses focus on consent, communication, embodiment, and sexuality, supporting practitioners to build confidence and skill in their work with intimacy and relationships.

All offerings are trauma-informed and designed for real-world application.

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2026 COURSES

All 2026 courses have been expanded to give more time to the content-dense schedule of learning.

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Working with differences in libidos & sexual expectations

This is one of the most common presenting issues for clients. The topic of sex becomes fraught and often there is little sexual activity and clients can report feeling broken.

2026, Oct 13 - Nov 03: Tue 5-8pm AEDT/Sydney

2027, Nov 10 - Dec 1: Wed 5pm - 8pm AEDT/Sydney

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Introduction to sex therapy in relationship counselling

For everyone who works in relationship counselling, this course is a deep dive into couples work and sexual issues. Inclusive of LGBTQIA++, Polyamorous and ENM relationships.

2026, Nov 11 - Dec 02: Wed 8.30-11.30am AEDT/Sydney

2027, Oct 14 - Nov 4: Thur 8am - 11am AEDT/Sydney

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How to talk about sex in a clinical setting

Whether a new practitioner or have decades experience, sex is often a tricky topic to bring up or respond to. Tanya teaches methods that allow easy communication in an open, relaxed way.

2027, Aug 25 - Sep 5: Wed 5pm - 8pm AEST

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Certificate in sex therapy practices

Sign up for all four courses and earn a certificate in Sex Therapy Practices - recognised by PACFA, ACA and SAS.

Courses are run throughout the year - see dates for all four courses

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When sex hurts:
navigating intimate pain

Sexual pain is more prevalent than we think. Many practitioners stumble across it in the course of their consultations with clients. This in-depth training will teach you how to support clients with this experience.

2027, Aug 5 - Aug 26: Thur 8am - 11am AEST

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    Testimonials

    • It was such a pleasure learning from Tanya! The knowledge shared during her training has supported my professional growth, really helping me understand my clients better and practical tools on how to support them through their difficulties.

      Desire Discrepancy Participant, May 2022

    • I feel illuminated and enriched from doing this course with you, Tanya. The information given was at the right level for me to begin using it immediately in my work as a singles/couples therapist who wants it not to be a taboo topic in the therapy room. I feel empowered to drop lingering feelings of inadequacy and embarrassment....

      How To Talk About Sex Participant, Nov 2022

    • ...The sociopolitical angle was super important too, and while I feel I was fairly well across this beforehand, you certainly ensured that I now approach sex and relationships (and life!) with commitment to enhancing an understanding of this in myself and those I am around. Thank you for what you do and who you are

      How To Talk About Sex Participant, Nov 2022

    • Tanya is so incredibly generous with her wealth of knowledge. Thank You.

      Desire Discrepancy Participant, May 2022

    • I found the course really interesting and valuable. Thank you for offering it!

      Desire Discrepancy Participant, May 2022

    • You have a beautiful way of speaking about sex and relationships

      Nurse, Workshop Attendee

    • A few hours with you has changed my whole view on sex!

      Aus Workshop participant