Home Study Course

Course Objectives

Explore how trauma and other factors influence child sexual development. Approach sexuality as more than behavior, and gain practical guidance for navigating sensitive clinical, ethical, and developmental concerns.

  • Describe key developmental, relational, and environmental factors—including trauma—that shape healthy and unhealthy sexual development in children and adolescents.

  • Analyze the ways childhood sexual trauma can influence a young person’s sense of identity, boundaries, emotional regulation, and emerging sexuality.

  • Articulate how sexuality is a multidimensional experience (e.g., identity, body awareness, relationships, values) rather than focusing solely on sexual behaviors.

  • Identify developmentally appropriate, trauma-responsive approaches to addressing issues surrounding sexuality when working with children and teens.

About the Presenter

Kelly Ace, PhD, JD

Licensed Counselor and Attorney

PRESENTER: Kelly Ace holds a Ph.D. in Human Sexuality, a Master's degree in Psychology & Counseling, as well as a law degree. She is licensed as a Professional Counselor and an attorney. She is also credentialed through the National Board for Certified Counselors, the American Board of Forensic Counselors, and the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists. [email protected]

Intended for Psychologists, Behavior Health and School-Based Clinicians, Healthcare Providers, Graduate Students, and others supporting the mental health and well-being of children, adolescents and families.

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