LOS ANGELES—Everyone Deserves Sex Ed has invited clinical therapist, educator and author Damon Holzum, LCSW, to train attendees of EDSE’s upcoming 25-hour sex educator certification program, scheduled Nov. 9-10 and 16-17 in Los Angeles.
“Educating and empowering people is my passion, whether it’s through writing, workshops, or one-on-one sessions, and I had so much fun working with EDSE and watching attendees expand their understanding of sexual identity,” Holzum said. “Sexual orientation and attraction can be complicated subjects to explore because of how deeply individual it is, and EDSE offers an opportunity to break down the concepts into digestible portions. I look forward to helping Fall EDSE attendees develop their vocabulary and expand their understanding of sexuality as something individual and unique to each person.”
This is Holzum’s second time teaching for EDSE, and he will facilitate discussion of sexual orientation and identity, giving budding educators a more confident and accurate understanding of the individuality of sexual identity and attraction.
As a licensed clinical social worker and therapist, Holzum provides insight, support, and empowerment for individuals interested in or actively exploring alternative sexual practices and relationships encompassing polyamory, open, nonmonogamy identities and more. For more than a decade, Damon has provided insight and services through individual and couples counseling, speaking, and public education. Through individual sessions, workshops, and interactive classes specializing in the de-stigmatization of all things intimate, Damon has provided sex-positive, trauma-informed services to diverse populations and communities.
EDSE founder and lead educator Anne Hodder-Shipp, ACS, asked Holzum to return to teach this portion of the certification because of his years of experience, interactive teaching style, and strong grasp of the subject matter. A California State-certified HIV counselor and a regular speaker at The Pleasure Chest, The Stockroom, and The Village at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, Holzum utilizes his public platforms to educate, normalize, and celebrate all the ways we express our sexuality.
“Damon is a beloved speaker and teacher, especially at sex-positive events across the country, and he has been a valuable part of EDSE and our sex educator certification,” Hodder-Shipp said. “Damon is known for his high-energy, interactive and compelling teaching style and he dedicates much of his work to embracing and normalizing sexual behaviors and identities that are often misunderstood—and even stigmatized—by service professionals. EDSE attendees will leave this training with a stronger, more accurate understanding of the word ‘normal.’”
The next EDSE certification will take place Nov. 9-10 and 16-17 in Los Angeles. Individual certification is $2,095, and payment plans are available to those in need.
To apply, fill out the form at EveryoneDeservesSexEd.com/certification/. An EDSE representative will review and be in contact within 48 hours of submission.
