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Founded in 1967, The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (À¶µ¼º½) is a not-for-profit, interdisciplinary professional organization. With its history of impeccable standards for training, experience and ethical behavior, À¶µ¼º½ is increasingly recognized as the guardian of professional standards in sexual health.

In addition to sexuality educators, sexuality counselors and sex therapists, À¶µ¼º½ members include physicians, nurses, social workers, psychologists, allied health professionals, clergy members, lawyers, sociologists, marriage and family counselors and therapists, family planning specialists and researchers, as well as students in various relevant professional disciplines. These individuals share an interest in promoting understanding of human sexuality and healthy sexual behavior.

Our Mission

À¶µ¼º½ is devoted to the promotion of sexual health by the development and advancement of the fields of sexual therapy, counseling, and education. À¶µ¼º½'s mission is the advancement of the highest standards of professional practice for educators, counselors and therapists. 

Vision of Sexual Health

À¶µ¼º½ affirms the fundamental value of sexuality as an inherent, essential, and beneficial dimension of being human. À¶µ¼º½ accepts as its mission the advancement of the highest standards of professional practice for educators, counselors and therapists. 

In general, À¶µ¼º½ opposes all psychological, social, cultural, legislative, and governmental forces that would restrict, curtail or interfere with the fundamental values of sexual health and sexual freedom that we espouse. À¶µ¼º½ also opposes all abuses of sexuality including, but not limited to, harassment, intimidation, coercion, prejudice, and the infringement of any individual's sexual and civil rights. Visit the À¶µ¼º½ Advocacy page to read our eight statements of value and vision.

Leadership

À¶µ¼º½ is propelled by a group of passionate volunteers contribute their time, talent, and expertise to promote the highest standards of professional practice for educators, counselors and therapists. 

     À¶µ¼º½ Past Presidents (PDF)

Administrative Staff

À¶µ¼º½ benefits from a team of dedicated administrators who drive day-to-day operations. Meet the team.

Organizational Information

Bylaws