Sexual Therapy Training in Sexocorporel – Switzerland
Goals and Content
The training program leading to certification as a Sexocorporel sexual therapist enables participants to treat sexual difficulties and support individuals in the development of their sexuality. The program is conducted in accordance with the guidelines of the Institut Sexocorporel International (iSi).
Completion of Level 1 provides competence in counseling individuals with sexual concerns. The advanced training programs (Levels 2 and 3) prepare participants for therapeutic work with more complex sexual issues, including sexual dysfunctions, low sexual desire, compulsive sexuality, and related concerns.
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Target Group
The training is intended for professionals working in medical, psychotherapeutic, counseling, and social education fields, as well as professionals in sexual counseling, family planning, victim and offender therapy, HIV/AIDS counseling, and sex worker support services. Previous training and professional experience in counseling are required. (In justified cases, exceptions may be granted for admission to the foundation program.)
Certification
The training is recognized by the Institut Sexocorporel International Jean-Yves Desjardins (ISI) and certified by ZISS.
Duration
Level 1: 8 seminars of 4 days each
Level 2: 8 seminars of 4 days each
Level 3: 6 seminars of 4 days each
The Level 1 and Level 2 programs, as well as the consolidation program, are conducted concurrently. The Level 3 program (certification program) is organized separately and takes place at several institutes.
Further information about Level 3 can be found here.
Program Directors (Levels 1 and 2)
Dr. med. Karoline Bischof
Annette Bischof-Campbell MSc
Adrian Stumm Sexual Educator ISP
Costs
Registration fee: CHF 100
Level 1 and Level 2: CHF 9,600 each for participants from Switzerland and CHF 7,600 for participants from the Eurozone.
Consolidation Program (Level 3 without certification): CHF 6,400.
Fees are payable in installments per module. Course materials and, from the third seminar onward, supervision sessions are included.
Continuing Education Credits
- The training is recognized by the Swiss Academy for Psychosomatic and Psychosocial Medicine (SAPPM) as a continuing education program with 27 credits per 4-day seminar, divided into 11 credits theory, 11 credits skills training, and 5 credits supervision, with a maximum of 120 credits for the entire training program.
- The training is recognized by the Swiss Society of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy (SGPP) with 10 continuing education credits per year.
- The training is recognized by the Swiss Federation of Psychologists (FSP). Continuing education units are credited individually according to documented participation.
- The training is recognized by the German State Medical Association with 36 credits per seminar.
- The ZISS Certificate in Clinical Sexology (completion of all three training levels) is recognized by ASCA as a sexual therapy method within complementary medicine. ASCA is pursuing recognition by supplementary health insurance providers. More information can be found here.
Course Dates (seminars take place Wednesday through Saturday)
ZH13 Training 2027–2029
Seminar 1: Oct 6–9, 2027 (Foundations and Experiential Learning: Arousal Function)
Seminar 2: Dec 1–4, 2027 (Foundations and Experiential Learning: Polyvagal Theory, Gender Identity, Self-Confidence)
Seminar 3: Feb 8–11, 2028 (Foundations and Experiential Learning: Sexual Experience in Individuals and Couples)
Seminar 4: Jun 7–10, 2028 (Clinical Topics: Premature Ejaculation, Female Anorgasmia)
Seminar 5: Sep 27–30, 2028 (Clinical Topics: Vaginismus/Dyspareunia, Erectile Dysfunction)
Seminar 6: Nov 29–Dec 2, 2028 (Clinical Topics: Gender-Related Issues and Attraction Patterns)
Seminar 7: To be announced (Clinical Topics: Compulsive Sexuality, Trauma)
Seminar 8: To be announced (Experiential Learning: Self-Evaluation)
ZH12 Training 2025–2027 (fully booked)
Seminar 1: Sep 17–20, 2025 (Foundations and Experiential Learning: Arousal Function)
Seminar 2: Dec 3–6, 2025 (Foundations and Experiential Learning: Polyvagal Theory, Gender Identity, Self-Confidence)
Seminar 3: Feb 25–28, 2026 (Foundations and Experiential Learning: Sexual Experience in Individuals and Couples)
Seminar 4: Apr 29–May 2, 2026 (Clinical Topics: Premature Ejaculation, Female Anorgasmia)
Seminar 5: Jul 8–11, 2026 (Clinical Topics: Vaginismus/Dyspareunia, Erectile Dysfunction)
Seminar 6: Sep 30–Oct 3, 2026 (Clinical Topics: Gender-Related Issues and Attraction Patterns)
Seminar 7: Jan 13–16, 2027 (Clinical Topics: Compulsive Sexuality, Trauma)
Seminar 8: Apr 7–10, 2027 (Experiential Learning: Self-Evaluation)
Course Venues
ZH12:
Parksaal EPI Park
Südstrasse 120
8008 Zurich
Location of EPI Park
ZH13:
Festsaal Alterszentrum Hottingen
Freiestrasse 71
8032 Zurich
Meals
Participants have the option of having lunch together in the restaurant at EPI Park.
Additional Information
Participants are required to bring their own exercise mats for floor-based activities.
Guest Participants
Individuals who have completed at least one training program in Sexocorporel through ZISS or ISP and wish to revisit specific topics may attend one or more seminars as guest participants, subject to availability. Participation in practical exercises may also be possible if space permits.
Cost: CHF 500 per seminar
Inquiries and registration can be submitted via this form.
Questions and Comments
If you have questions or comments regarding the training program, please use this form.
Registration
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