SSTAR Society for Sex Therapy and Research

05/28/2026

Big ideas. Brilliant students. Award-winning posters ✨👏

Congratulations to our Student Poster Award recipients for their outstanding research and presentations at 💜

The future of s*xual health research is bright.

05/26/2026

Proof that systematic reviews can, in fact, be iconic ✨

Congratulations to Marta Kolbuszewska, MA, recipient of the Sandra R. Leiblum Research Award 2026 💜

*xualHealth

05/15/2026

That’s a wrap on the SSTAR Annual Meeting in Vancouver ✨

Feeling inspired after days of incredible research, thoughtful clinical conversations, and meaningful connections. The quality of the work being done in the field was truly outstanding, and the discussions sparked so many new ideas for practice and future research.

Grateful to everyone who shared their knowledge, perspectives, and passion. Until next time 💙 *xualHealth

05/07/2026

Swipe through for a sneak peek at what’s in store 👀✨

Our 2026 Annual Meeting is packed with thought-provoking workshops, inspiring speakers, and meaningful opportunities to connect. From pre-conference sessions to evening socials, this is just the beginning…

Whether you’re here to deepen your knowledge, engage with new perspectives, or build community—there’s something for everyone. 💜

📍 Vancouver, BC
📅 May 7–9, 2026
👉 Don’t forget to check out the full program online!

*xTherapy *xResearch

05/06/2026

One more sleep 😍🎉

The countdown is officially ON—just ONE DAY until we kick off an incredible few days of connection, learning, and meaningful conversations! 💜✨

Get ready for inspiring sessions, amazing people, and fresh perspectives on s*xuality in all its complexity. Whether you’re joining us to learn, share, or connect, this is your moment.

📍 Vancouver
📅 May 7–9

Who’s ready?! 🙌

05/04/2026

✨ A Few Days to Go! ✨

As we count down to welcoming registrants to Vancouver for the 2026 SSTAR Annual Meeting, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to the sponsors who make this event possible.

🌟 Platinum Sponsor
• S*xual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA)

🥈 Silver Sponsors
• Eli Coleman Institute for S*xual and Gender Health, University of Minnesota
• S*xual Health Alliance

🥉 Bronze Sponsor
• Bianca Rucker and Associates Inc.

🍽️ Lunch & Learn Sponsor
• Ontario S*x Therapy

🏛️ Exhibitors
• Modern S*x Therapy Institutes
• Daré Bioscience
• SIECCAN – S*x Information & Education Council of Canada

📿Lanyard Sponsor
• Modern S*x Therapy Institutes

Your generosity, partnership, and commitment to advancing s*xuality education and research help create a meaningful, engaging, and impactful experience for our community. 💙

Learn more about SSTAR and the Annual Meeting at sstarnet.org — and we look forward to seeing everyone in Vancouver very soon!

*xualHealth

04/30/2026

One week. That’s it. ⏳✨

We’re almost in Vancouver 🌆—ready for inspiring conversations, meaningful connections, and fresh perspectives on s*xuality in context.
Who’s joining us at SSTAR 2026? 👀

*xualityResearch

04/30/2026

Dear colleagues,

The 2026 SSTAR Annual Meeting is next week, from May 7 to 9, 2026! Please note that registration will close on May 1st, so this Friday! You should now register before it is too late. For all details including the Annual Meeting program see here:
Register here: https://sstarnet.glueup.com/event/2026-sstar-annual-meeting-s*xuality-in-connection-a-systemic-perspective-162242/

The SSTAR room block has been released but you can contact the hotel to book a room:
The DOUGLAS, Autograph Collection
45 Smithe Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3
Tel: +1 604-676-0888

If you have any questions as you review the program, please reach out at [email protected].

We very much look forward to seeing you soon in Vancouver!

Warmly,

Marie-Pier Vaillancourt-Morel & Ryan Rahm-Knigge
SSTAR 2026 Scientific Program Chair and Co-Chair
[email protected]

S*xuality in Connection: A Systemic PerspectiveThe conference will explore how s*xuality is shaped by interpersonal dynamics, relational contexts, broader systemic influences, and technology. Emphasizing the integration of cutting-edge research with clinical applications, we will highlight how polit...

04/28/2026

🎤 This is one you won’t want to miss 👇

Clinical intuition vs. empirical evidence—where do you stand?
Join us for a lively debate with leading voices in the field 🔥
May 8 | 4:00–5:15 PM

*xTherapy

04/26/2026

Join us for two inspiring invited lectures at SSTAR 2026 🔬✨
✨ Helping men reclaim s*xual intimacy after prostate cancer
✨ From the couch to the clinic: integrating biomedical insights into s*x therapy

Come learn from leading experts and engage in meaningful conversations shaping the field.

📅 May 8–9, 2026
📍 Vancouver, BC

*xTherapy *xResearch *xualHealth