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Make It Hurt So Good: Safety & Health Considerations in BDSM & Kink
Presenter: Daniel Johnson, PT, DPT, PRPC
Date: May 12, 2026 | 2:00 PM MST
Format: Live, interactive synchronous webinar | 1 hour
Content Level: Beginner
Target Audience: Clinical Mental Health Providers, Medical Providers, Health Providers
CE Credits: 1 continuing education credit
Course Description
This one-hour live webinar provides clinical and medical health providers with foundational knowledge on BDSM and kink through the lens of physical health and safety. Through expert-led instruction, facilitated discussion, and guided reflection, participants will explore common practices, associated physical risks, and evidence-based harm-reduction strategies — all within a framework of culturally sensitive, client-centered care.
The course equips providers to engage confidently and compassionately with clients around sensitive sexual health topics, drawing from current research to inform clinical decision-making. Participants will learn to identify physical risks associated with BDSM and kink activities, apply a harm-reduction framework in clinical settings, and recognize warning signs of injury requiring appropriate healthcare responses. Throughout, the training emphasizes the importance of examining personal assumptions and biases, fostering the curiosity and cultural humility necessary to create safe, inclusive spaces where clients feel respected and empowered.
This training is grounded in the core principles of dignity, human worth, and social justice, and affirms sexuality as an integral component of overall well-being. Participants are encouraged to engage with diverse sexual expressions and identities through an affirming, non-judgmental lens.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:
Identify potential physical health risks associated with common BDSM and kink practices.
Apply a physical harm-reduction framework to BDSM and kink activities by evaluating motivation, potential risks, and strategies to reduce injury without dismissing participant goals.
Recognize warning signs of unsafe practices or injury that may arise from BDSM and kink activities and understand appropriate healthcare responses.
Limitations, Risks, & Benefits
This online training provides an introductory overview of BDSM and kink through a physical health and safety framework and is not intended to serve as a comprehensive or exhaustive resource on the subject. The virtual format may not fully replicate the interactivity of an in-person learning environment; clinicians seeking more advanced knowledge are encouraged to pursue additional specialized training. Some participants may experience mild discomfort or have existing assumptions challenged when engaging with sensitive material related to sexual health and diverse sexual expressions; however, no physical risks to participants are anticipated. Benefits include foundational knowledge and practical clinical skills related to BDSM and kink, with a focus on physical health, safety, and harm reduction — supporting increased provider confidence, competence, and the ability to deliver inclusive, affirming, client-centered care.
About the Presenter
Daniel Johnson, PT, DPT, PRPC, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Specialist currently working toward certification as a Sex Counselor through AASECT. He is the co-owner of Keystone Physical Therapy, a specialty pelvic floor clinic offering entirely one-on-one, individualized care. Dan's areas of specialty include the resolution of persistent pain patterns and sexual health, and he is passionate about making the highest quality care in sexual health and complex pain accessible to people of all genders.
Course Details
Delivery method: Live interactive webinar via the Institute learning platform
Course interactivity: Interactive — participants will engage in facilitated discussion, guided reflection, and Q&A
Posttest/quiz: Because this is a live interactive course, a standard posttest is not required. Participation will be monitored throughout the session.
Certificate issuance: Certificates of credit will be issued immediately after course completion to participants who attend the full session and complete the course evaluation.
Contact for questions: institute@thehealinggroup.com
Accessibility accommodations: To request accessibility accommodations, please contact institute@thehealinggroup.com prior to the event. We are committed to making our trainings accessible to all participants.
ASWB ACE Statement:
The Healing Group Institute, provider number 2716, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 3/31/26 – 3/31/27. Social workers completing this course receive 1 continuing education credit.
AASECT CKA:
B. Developmental sexuality from a bio-psycho-social perspective across the life course.
F. Diversities in sexual expression and lifestyles including, but not limited to, polyamory, swinging, BDSM, and tantra.
G. Sexual and reproductive anatomy/physiology.
AASECT ST:
C. Theory and methods of approach to intervention in relationship systems experiencing sex and intimacy problems.
E. Principles of consultation, collaboration, and referral.
This presentation has been reviewed by Kristin Hodson, LCSW, CST, CSTS to ensure it meets AASECT standards.
Make It Hurt So Good: Safety & Health Considerations in BDSM & Kink
Presenter: Daniel Johnson, PT, DPT, PRPC
Date: May 12, 2026 | 2:00 PM MST
Format: Live, interactive synchronous webinar | 1 hour
Content Level: Beginner
Target Audience: Clinical Mental Health Providers, Medical Providers, Health Providers
CE Credits: 1 continuing education credit
Course Description
This one-hour live webinar provides clinical and medical health providers with foundational knowledge on BDSM and kink through the lens of physical health and safety. Through expert-led instruction, facilitated discussion, and guided reflection, participants will explore common practices, associated physical risks, and evidence-based harm-reduction strategies — all within a framework of culturally sensitive, client-centered care.
The course equips providers to engage confidently and compassionately with clients around sensitive sexual health topics, drawing from current research to inform clinical decision-making. Participants will learn to identify physical risks associated with BDSM and kink activities, apply a harm-reduction framework in clinical settings, and recognize warning signs of injury requiring appropriate healthcare responses. Throughout, the training emphasizes the importance of examining personal assumptions and biases, fostering the curiosity and cultural humility necessary to create safe, inclusive spaces where clients feel respected and empowered.
This training is grounded in the core principles of dignity, human worth, and social justice, and affirms sexuality as an integral component of overall well-being. Participants are encouraged to engage with diverse sexual expressions and identities through an affirming, non-judgmental lens.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:
Identify potential physical health risks associated with common BDSM and kink practices.
Apply a physical harm-reduction framework to BDSM and kink activities by evaluating motivation, potential risks, and strategies to reduce injury without dismissing participant goals.
Recognize warning signs of unsafe practices or injury that may arise from BDSM and kink activities and understand appropriate healthcare responses.
Limitations, Risks, & Benefits
This online training provides an introductory overview of BDSM and kink through a physical health and safety framework and is not intended to serve as a comprehensive or exhaustive resource on the subject. The virtual format may not fully replicate the interactivity of an in-person learning environment; clinicians seeking more advanced knowledge are encouraged to pursue additional specialized training. Some participants may experience mild discomfort or have existing assumptions challenged when engaging with sensitive material related to sexual health and diverse sexual expressions; however, no physical risks to participants are anticipated. Benefits include foundational knowledge and practical clinical skills related to BDSM and kink, with a focus on physical health, safety, and harm reduction — supporting increased provider confidence, competence, and the ability to deliver inclusive, affirming, client-centered care.
About the Presenter
Daniel Johnson, PT, DPT, PRPC, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Specialist currently working toward certification as a Sex Counselor through AASECT. He is the co-owner of Keystone Physical Therapy, a specialty pelvic floor clinic offering entirely one-on-one, individualized care. Dan's areas of specialty include the resolution of persistent pain patterns and sexual health, and he is passionate about making the highest quality care in sexual health and complex pain accessible to people of all genders.
Course Details
Delivery method: Live interactive webinar via the Institute learning platform
Course interactivity: Interactive — participants will engage in facilitated discussion, guided reflection, and Q&A
Posttest/quiz: Because this is a live interactive course, a standard posttest is not required. Participation will be monitored throughout the session.
Certificate issuance: Certificates of credit will be issued immediately after course completion to participants who attend the full session and complete the course evaluation.
Contact for questions: institute@thehealinggroup.com
Accessibility accommodations: To request accessibility accommodations, please contact institute@thehealinggroup.com prior to the event. We are committed to making our trainings accessible to all participants.
ASWB ACE Statement:
The Healing Group Institute, provider number 2716, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 3/31/26 – 3/31/27. Social workers completing this course receive 1 continuing education credit.
AASECT CKA:
B. Developmental sexuality from a bio-psycho-social perspective across the life course.
F. Diversities in sexual expression and lifestyles including, but not limited to, polyamory, swinging, BDSM, and tantra.
G. Sexual and reproductive anatomy/physiology.
AASECT ST:
C. Theory and methods of approach to intervention in relationship systems experiencing sex and intimacy problems.
E. Principles of consultation, collaboration, and referral.
This presentation has been reviewed by Kristin Hodson, LCSW, CST, CSTS to ensure it meets AASECT standards.
