Educational Resources

KPACT has compiled a collection of recommended educational resources for mental health professionals and the general public. These resource lists contain advocacy groups, research papers, books for general readership, and more. We hope these resources support therapists in expanding their knowledge, as well as providing accessible education for all people.

Kink and BDSM

Find resources about kink, BDSM, fetishism, leather, and sexual practices and identities considered “alternative.”

  • Kink / BDSM Guidelines for Mental Health Clinicians
  • Academic articles
  • Recommended general interest reading
  • Resources, groups, and advocacy organizations

Polyamory

KPACT’s recommended educational resources on polyamory and consensual/ethical non monogamy.

  • Academic articles
  • Recommended general interest reading
  • Resources, groups, and advocacy organizations

Sex Work

Find articles for clinicians about working with current/former sex workers, as well as links to external advocacy and support organizations.

  • Academic articles
  • Clinician resources
  • Advocacy organizations

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KPACT Membership

Join the KPACT Professional Community

Are you a professional who serves the kink/BDSM or polyamory/non-monogamy communities? Join the KPACT Provider Directory.