Healing Trauma Through BDSM & Kink
Presented by
Jayden Aubryn, MSWBy the end of this training, clinicians will leave with a diverse toolbox for BDSM healing and the knowledge and cognitive frameworks to adapt these principles to their specific clinical populations.
Overview
3 CEs Recorded, Spring, 2025
BDSM (Bondage, Dominance/Submission, SadoMasochism) has been shown to be a boundary and power exchange; BDSM offers many pathways for relational and trauma healing. It can be an accessible, culturally appropriate, and fun supplement to traditional therapeutic work. In this workshop, you will learn about the neurobiological and relational effects of trauma, dissociation, and the attachment system.
You will develop an understanding of the core principles of BDSM, how to engage with BDSM culture, and how to connect BDSM strategies. Lastly, you will learn specific strategies and exercises to help your clients accomplish their clinical goals. The tools learned here are intended to be accessible across culture and economic status. We’ll discuss using these tools with individuals, couples, friend groups, and other social structures.
By the end of this training, clinicians will leave with a diverse toolbox for BDSM healing and the knowledge and cognitive frameworks to adapt these principles to their specific clinical populations.
Objectives:
Learn about the core principles of BDSM. Develop a basic understanding of the trauma and attachment systems. Identify how BDSM strategies can assist with specific clinical presentations.
About the Presenter
Jayden Aubryn (they/them) is a Black, queer, non-binary, ethically non-monogamous psychotherapist, personal trainer, and consultant. They are the founder of TISE Consulting and Therapy where they specialize in treating complex trauma, personality disorders, and combatting systemic oppression. They hold a BA in Psychology, a Master's in Social Work, and maintain certifications in School Social Work, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Integrative Health Providing, and Personal Training. Jayden believes in the holistic healing of trauma via effective communication, music, art, and movement to help their clients reach their goals