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The Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR) is an international society founded in 1975.

The Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR) is an international society which aims to advance sexual wellbeing through a diverse professional community where clinical and research excellence converge, fostering collaborative innovation that enhances. SSTAR is a community of professionals who have clinical and/or research interests in human sexual concerns. Its goals are to facilitate communication among clinicians who treat problems of sexual function, sexual identity, and reproductive life. SSTAR strives to provide a forum for exchange of ideas between those interested in research in human sexuality and those whose primary activities are patient care through annual meetings, fall clinical conferences, membership newsletters, and an e-mail list-serv for members.

10/16/2026

📣 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS — SSTAR 2027 ANNUAL MEETING

The Society for S*x Therapy and Research (SSTAR) is now accepting abstract submissions for its 2027 Annual Meeting! 🎉

✨ Theme: S*xual Resilience: Reclaiming Pleasure, Connection, and Wellbeing

📅 Submission deadline: November 13, 2026
📍 Location: Montréal, Québec
🗓️ Meeting dates: May 6–8, 2027

Share your research or clinical work with the SSTAR community! We encourage submissions that contribute to advancing s*x therapy and s*xuality research.

🔗 Visit the link in our bio to learn more and submit your abstract!

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10/14/2026

Please join us for a webinar on Professional Education in Clinical S*xology: Insights from a Global Study. This will include a panel of speakers describing the current state of training in clinical s*xology/s*xual medicine/health professionals providing s*xual health care around the world! The webinar will be hosted by Leiszle Lapping-Carr (SSTAR representative to WAS) and Elsa Almas. Karen Caffee (SSTAR member) will present the results from North America, and there will be a speaker from every major world region. We hope to see you there!

10/13/2026

🛋️💻 Clinical case conference… but make it cozy! 👩‍⚕️🧠

Join SSTAR for our Fall Clinical Case Conference on November 13th, 2026! 🍂✨

Spend the day learning from compelling clinical cases, engaging in thoughtful discussions, and connecting with colleagues from across the field — all from wherever you are. 🌎

And yes… pajamas are absolutely conference-appropriate. 😉🩷

📅 November 13, 2026
💻 Online access available
🔗 Register at sstarnet.org

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10/06/2026

✨ A little STARBURST sneak peek! ✨

Get a glimpse of our STARburst video featuring Dr. Jason Winters! 🎤 In this sneak peek, Jason shares a little about what’s in store — but if you want the full conversation, you’ll have to head over to our YouTube channel! 😉

▶️ Watch the full interview on YouTube: *xTherapyResearch

Stay tuned for more STARburst! 🌟💜

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09/29/2026

📣 The Sandra R. Leiblum Student Research Award is accepting submissions!

Are you a student conducting research in s*xual health or s*xual disorders? This award is an opportunity to have your work recognized while supporting your development as an emerging researcher in the field. 💜

📝 Submit your manuscript by Monday, October 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Time.

🔗 Learn more and submit your research at sstarnet.org

Know a student who should apply? Tag them below! 💜

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09/22/2026

🎃 Our President Michael Vigorito is bringing some pumpkin-spiced energy to this year's announcement! Watch his video about SSTAR's Annual Fall Clinical Case Conference, happening November 13th in New York City — with virtual tickets available for those joining us remotely.

Register today: https://sstarnet.glueup.com/event/sstar-2026-fall-clinical-case-conference-185377/

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09/15/2026

🎥 Get to know our speaker, Dr. Thomas Wood!

In this short video, Dr. Wood gives us a glimpse into his upcoming talk and what you can look forward to at the Annual Meeting.

Join us for an engaging program featuring research, clinical insights, and opportunities to connect! ✨

Register Now: https://sstarnet.glueup.com/event/sstar-2026-fall-clinical-case-conference-185377/

09/08/2026

📣 SAVE THE DATE! 📣

Something exciting is coming to Montréal! 🇨🇦✨

Join us for the 2027 SSTAR Annual Meeting, May 6–8, 2027, at the Sheraton–Le Centre Montréal.

This year’s theme?
💜 S*xual Resilience: Reclaiming Pleasure, Connection, and Wellbeing 💜
Three days of research, connection, learning, and (of course!) conversations about s*x therapy and s*xuality research. 🧠💬✨

📅 May 6–8, 2027
📍 Montréal, Québec
🔗 More details coming soon!

Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to see you there! 👀💜
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09/01/2026

🎥 Get to know our speaker, Dr. Lynn Piché!

In this short video, Dr. Piché shares a preview of her upcoming talk, When Neurodivergent Profiles Collide: Addressing Differing Neurodivergent Needs in Therapeutic Practice.

Join us at the Annual Meeting for this insightful presentation and more! ✨

08/31/2026

🌟 The 2027 SSTAR Annual Meeting theme is here!

S*xual Resilience: Reclaiming Pleasure, Connection, and Wellbeing 💜

Join us as we explore the science, practice, and lived experiences that help people cultivate resilience in their intimate lives.

✨ More details coming soon—stay tuned!

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