Dr. Carol L. Clark – Director and Board of Advisors President

dr carol clark instructor 22Dr. Carol Clark graduated from Trenton State College (now The College of New Jersey) in 1990 with a Master's degree in Counseling. She moved to Miami and, after attaining her license, became a Certified Addictions Professional through the Florida Certification Board. She then attended the American Academy of Clinical Sexologists and the Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality, thereby earning a doctoral degree and the right to the title of Sex Therapist. She is a Board Certified Sex Therapist through the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), the American Board of Sexology (ABS), and the Therapist Certification Association (TCA). She taught Human Sexuality, Group Counseling, and Substance Abuse Counseling for 18 years at Carlos Albizu University in Miami and opened her own institutes of Addictions Therapy, Sex Therapy, and Transgender Care before launching the International Institute of Clinical Sexology. She is the author of Addict America: The Lost Connection, a valuable resource for both clinicians and the general public, as it explores the overall addictive manner in which we live our lives and how that disconnects us from ourselves, our relationships, and our spiritual lives.

Dr. Marilyn K. Volker - Board of Advisors

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Dr. Marilyn K. Volker, Sexologist for the past thirty-two (32) years is a Diplomat of the American Board of Sexology and an Associate Fellow of The American Academy of Clinical Sexologists. In her long career as a sex educator, she has sat on the faculty of four South Florida universities— University of Miami, Florida International University, St. Thomas University, Barry University—as well as The Institute For Advanced Study of Human Sexuality, San Francisco, California, where she received her doctorate in 1991.

 

Dr. Maylin Batista – Board of Advisors, Dean of Students, Instructor - Hypnotherapy and Sexuality

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Dr. Maylin Batista, LMHC, is a Certified Hypnotherapist by The National Board of Professional Standards of Hypnosis Education and is a Certified Hypnotist by The National Guild of Hypnotists. She has been a Neuro Linquistic Programming (NLP) Trainer and Practitioner since 2007 from the National Federation of NLP.

 

Dr. Tracy Rodriquez-Miller - Board of Advisors, Instructor

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Dr. Tracy A. Rodriguez-Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida, as well as Georgia, a Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, Diplomate of the American Board of Sexology, Certified Addiction Professional, Certified Hypnotherapist and a Florida Board approved Qualified Clinical Supervisor.

 

Dr. Erica Goodstone

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Dr. Erica Goodstone is a licensed Mental Health Counselor & Marriage & Family Therapist, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and CEU Provider, on the faculty of the International Institute of Clinical Sexology, somatic body-psychotherapist, and board certified personal/life and health/wellness coach. Her Healing Through Love Audios, Love Touch Heal Videos and Books, 30 Love Lessons For Your Soul, and her radio and summit interviews with leading sexologists and other experts will change the way you view love --- forever.

 

Dr. April Young, Instructor, Sex Offender Therapy Program

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April Young graduated from Troy University in 2013 with a Master’s degree in Counseling and Psychology during her tenure as a law enforcement officer with the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office. While at the Sheriff’s Office, she worked with sexual predators and offenders as a Detective from 2009 to 2013.

 

Francesca Gentillé - Instructor, Kink Conscious Therapy Program

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Francesca Gentillé, is an initiated shaman in 4 traditions, clinical sexologist, empowered aging specialist, and relationship counselor. She is the popular internet radio host of Sex: Tantra & Kama Sutra and co-author of the award-winning sex & relationship book "The Marriage of Sex & Spirit." Francesca is the co-director of the Integrative Arts Institute, and the founder of The Sacred Courtesan School of Feminine Mystique and Power.

 

Dr. Robert Weiss - PhD, MSW, Chief Clinical Officer of Seeking Integrity LLC

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Robert Weiss PhD, MSW, Chief Clinical Officer of Seeking Integrity LLC, is an expert in the treatment of adult intimacy disorders and related addictions, most notably sex/porn/relationship addictions along with co-occurring drug/sex addiction. A clinical sexologist and practicing psychotherapist, Dr. Rob frequently serves as a subject matter expert for major media outlets including CNN, HLN, MSNBC, OWN, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and NPR, among others.

 

Dr. David Williams - FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CRNP

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Dr. Williams started his training at Grove City College where he obtained a Bachelors in Music Education. He taught music for 6 years in a partial hospital setting. During that time, he obtained an Associates degree in Nursing from Community College of Allegheny County. After obtaining his Nursing license, he worked in an emergency department. While practicing emergency nursing, he obtained a Bachelors in Nursing from Waynesburg University, and then completed a Masters in Nursing Education from Chatham University. He has taught nursing part time for University of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University, Robert Morris University, and Community College of Allegheny County. Dr. Williams then went on to complete a second Masters in Nursing along with a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Robert Morris University.

 

Dr. Janis Roszler - Instructor, Research Chair, Board of Advisors, IRB Chair, Instructor

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Dr. Janis Roszler is a board-certified sex therapist, licensed marriage and family therapist, certified clinical supervisor, licensed dietitian/nutritionist, and the 2008-2009 diabetes educator of the year (AADE). She received her master's degree in marriage and family therapy from UMass Boston. Her books include Intimacy & Diabetes, Sex and Diabetes, Approaches to Behavior, Diabetes on Your OWN Terms and The Secrets of Living and Loving with Diabetes. Her articles and medical chapters have been published in textbooks, magazines and peer reviewed journals. She is the former host of Janis’ Jump Start to Good Health and dLife radio shows and authored the popular Dear Janis advice column that was featured throughout the U.S., China and Dubai.

 

Dr James Gigliello

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Dr James Gigliello graduated with his PH.D. from Northcentral University in Psychology specializing in Gender Diversity. Afterwards he received a certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy for the LGBTQ communities. He has been an activist/advocate for those with HIV for the past 35+ years. He marched with Larry Kramer in Act-Up, attended many meetings and webinars on HIV, sits on several advisory boards addressing stigma, issues of care and medication adherence. James has seen the ravages of AIDS and the loss of over 100 friends. He recently completed a Virtual Academy from Harvard Medical School on Leadership. Currently he teaches online undergrad Psychology courses at St Joseph’s College.

 

David Michael Fawcett

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker, (Florida SW6037; California in process) | Certified Sex Therapist (Florida 2628) | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Level II Therapist | Diplomate, American Board of Sexology | Reiki Practitioner (Second Degree) | Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist/Certified Hypnotherapist (ACHT) | Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT-C). Archways Community Mental Health Center, Fort Lauderdale, Board of Directors and Chair, (2010- present) | Sunserve, South Florida’s LGBT Social Services Agency, Clinical Advisory Board, (2005- 2018) | The Reunion Project (Long-term Persons Living with HIV), Steering Committee, (2019-present)

 

Dr. Nora Sahly , MBBS, MRCPI (O&G) د. نورا نايف سحلي

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Dr.Nora Sahly: is an Obstetrician Gynecologist, who graduated from King Abdulaziz University Medical School in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia in 2004 with First Honors. She Attained MRCPI O&G Dublin, Ireland, and was awarded the Rory O’Connor Memorial Gold Medal in 2012. In addition to her Gynecology practice, she has a special interest in Aesthetic Gynecology and Sexual Wellness. Dr. Nora is a Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine (FECSM), and a PhD candidate in clinical sexology at the sex therapy training institute (STTI). She is also a certified Kink conscious and Transgender care provider. She has authored and co-authored 26 publications on a variety of topics within the specialty.
Dr. Nora will support your journey in a safe, inclusive, and non- judgmental environment.

 

Dr. Yazmine Marimon

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Currently completing her doctorate dissertation in Clinical Sexology. International Institute of clinical Sexology Miami, Florida.  Master in Mental Health Counseling. Nova Southeastern University, Florida.   o   Bachelor in Psychology. Havana University, Cuba.   o   Sex Therapy Certification. Sex therapy Training Institute, Miami Florida . o   Training in €œEncounter €“ Centered Couples Therapy. Hedy and Yumi Schleifer   o   Certified Addiction Professional (CAP). International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium) and Florida Certification Board (FCB)   o   Substance Abuse Professional Certification (SAP). The association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)   o   Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Basic and Advance Certification. (EMDRIA approved)

 

Dr. Samantha Robinson

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Dr. Samantha Robinson graduated from Florida Atlantic University in 2016 with a Master’s degree in Social Work. Shortly after, she discovered the IICS program and initiated the doctoral program in 2017, successfully defended her dissertation and graduated with her Ph.D in 2021. While seeking higher education at a young age, Samantha has worked with individuals, families and groups across the lifespan as a therapist. Samantha’s youngest client was 6 months of age and oldest client was 101 years of age. She has worked with a wide variety of mental health concerns and developed her training around sexual health throughout the course of her career. She has not developed a niche within the field of human sexuality because she loves it all. Samantha provides queer-affirming, sex positive, sex work positive and kink aware care for her clients. Her passion for having courageous conversation around sexuality is contagious. She provides a safe space and holds both the education and therapeutic value of the topic at hand while she teaches. Samantha is a qualified supervisor for the state of Florida and has her LCSW.

 

Dr. Yulinda Rahman

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Director of New Student Engagement

Dr. Yulinda Renee Rahman (Rock-Man) affectionately called Doc YuRoc is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Board Certified "Kink Conscious" Sex Therapist, Certified Divorce Mediator, and Certified Relationship Coach with a Doctorate in Clinical Sexology. She is a researcher of sexual trauma, therapeutic BDSM, and creator and author of a resource for sexual trauma healing titled "A Power Exchange with Your Pain: A Guide Towards Reconciliation with SELF." Dr. Rahman has over 20+ years of experience in the Mental Health field having held numerous roles that include Case Management, School Counseling, as well as Private Practice. She obtained her Bachelor's in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Loyola in 2002. She obtained her Master's in Counseling from National Louis in 2007 and her Master's in Educational Leadership from The American College of Education in 2011. She recently obtained her Doctorate in Clinical Sexology from the International Institute of Clinical Sexology.

 

Dr. Calista Powell - Instructor

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Calista is a full time pelvic floor physiotherapist with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and a Masters Degree in Physical Therapy. While in physiotherapy school she obtained her Post-Graduate Certificate in Sexual Health and her Internal Pelvic Health Certification. Since graduating she has taken educational courses in sexual pain, pelvic health and pediatrics. She is acupuncture certified and has training in the practice of visceral manipulation.

Calista over the last year increased her education and knowledge base in the area of transgender health and how this relates to pelvic health and physiotherapy. Calista is passionate about pelvic health and sexual heath and educating others on the ways they intersect. She graduated with her PhD in Clinical Sexology through the International Institute of Clinical Sexology in 2022.

 

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