The Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR, pronounced "star") is an international non-profit professional association.[1] It was founded in 1975 and its members "have clinical and/or research interests in human sexual concerns."[2] It provides a means for exchanging ideas among clinicians and scientists treating or studying human sexuality. SSTAR membership includes professionals in varying disciplines including Psychology, Medicine (including Psychiatry, Ob/Gyn, Urology, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine), Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Nursing, Sexology and the sciences.[3]
The Consumer Book Award, created by William (Bill) Maurice, recognizes the best recent book for a non-professional audience which enhances the understanding of human sexuality and/or sexual problems in the general public.
(2025) When Sex Hurts: Understanding and Healing Pelvic Pain by Andrew Goldstein, MD; Caroline Pukall, PhD; Irwin Goldstein, MD; and Jill Krapf, MD
(2023) Woman Cancer Sex by Anne Katz, PhD, RN, FAAN
(2021) Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers by Peggy Kleinplatz, PhD and Dana Menard, PhD
(2009) Mating in Captivity: Reconciling the Erotic and the Domestic by Esther Perel
(2007) Coping with Erectile Dysfunction: How to Regain Confidence and Enjoy Great Sex by Michael E. Metz and Barry W. McCarthy
(2006) Reclaiming Your Sexual Self: How to Bring Desire Back Into Your Life by Kathryn Hall, PhD
SSTAR Health Professional Book Award
The Health Professional Book Award, created by William (Bill) Maurice, honors the best recent book for health professionals which advances their understanding of human sexuality and/or sexual problems.
(2024) Trans Sex: Clinical Approaches to Trans Sexualities and Erotic Embodiments by Lucie Fielding, PhD, MA, LMHC
(2022) The Leather Couch - Clinical Practice with Kinky Clients by Stefani Goerlich, LMSW-Clinical, LISW, CST
(2020) Better Sex Through Mindfulness: How Women Can Cultivate Desire by Lori Brotto, PhD
(2018) Treating Out of Control Sexual Behavior: Rethinking Sex Addiction by Douglas Braun-Harvey, MA, MFT, CGP, CST and Michael A. Vigorito, LMFT, CGP, CST
(2016) Human Sexuality: A Contemporary Introduction edited by Caroline Pukall, PhD
(2014) The LGBT Casebook by Drs. Petros Levounis, Jack Drescher, and Mary Barber
(2012) Rehabilitating Sexual Offenders: A Strength-Based Approach by William L. Marshall, PhD, Liam E. Marshall, PhD, Geris A. Serran, PhD, and Matt D. O'Brien, MA, MSc
(2010) Principles and Practice of Sex Therapy * (4th Edition) edited by Sandra Leiblum, PhD
(2006) Sexual Medicine in Primary Care by William L. Maurice, MD, FRCPC
SSTAR Service Award
The Service Award, created by William (Bill) Maurice, recognizes those who have made major contributions to the growth and history of SSTAR, often awarded ex post facto.
The Sandra R. Leiblum Student Research Award recognizes students who are pursuing a career in sexual health and is meant to support the winner’s professional development as they begin their careers.
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