2017-2018 Author Appearances & Speaking Engagements

 
 

Nov 2018—

KSL Channel 5 “Studio 5″ TV Interview with Brooke Walker
Friday, Nov 30, 201811 a.m. – Watch it live!
(Salt Lake City, UT)

Topic: Keeping Your Marriage Strong During the Holidays

Click Here — to find ALL of Laura’s Studio 5 TV segments


 

Oct 2018—

UVU Human Sexuality Course
Tuesday, Oct 2, 2018, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Professor: Jeremy Boden, PhD, LMFT
Guest Presenter: Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST
Utah Valley University (UVU) – (Orem, UT)
(Not a public event.)

Laura’s Topic: “Five Keys to a Sextraordinary Marriage” and Q&A


 

Sep 2018—

“Mini Couples Cruise on Land” – Weekend Getaway
Workshops by Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST, CFLE
Friday, Sept 14 – Saturday, Sept 15, 2018
The Little America Hotel – (Salt Lake City, UT)

Laura’s Presentation Topic: Creating a “Sextraordinary” Marriage

Did you miss out on our Couples’ Valentine’s Cruise this year? You’re in luck! Join us for a “Mini Couples’ Cruise on Land” weekend getaway this September 14-15, 2018 in Salt Lake City, Utah. We decided to make our Couples’ Valentine’s Cruise experience more affordable and accessible with the creation of our “Mini Couples’ Cruise on Land” weekend getaway.

Laura’s workshops will be similar to the presentations on the Couples’ Cruise, plus we’ll have some of the other great parts of the group experience with dinners together and a fun “excursion” as well! Just a $100 Deposit will hold your spot! And you can save $50/couple by registering your group of at least three couples!

Click Here — for ALL the details
Click Here — for highlights of our first ever Mini Cruise
Click Here — for Mini Cruise photos


 

Aug 2018—

KSL Channel 5 “Studio 5″ TV Interview with Brooke Walker
Thursday, Aug 30, 2018, 11 a.m. – Watch it live!
(Salt Lake City, UT)

Topic: Sexy is a State of Mind

Click Here — to watch the VIDEO
Click Here
 — to find ALL of Laura’s Studio 5 TV segments


 

Aug 2018—

Ten Best-Ever Anxiety Treatment Techniques
Thursday, Aug 16, 2018, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
(Salt Lake City, UT)

Trainer: Dr. Margaret Wehrenberg

This training provide professionals a complete set of tools to work with anxiety symptoms. They will learn, practice and be ready to apply 10 techniques that really work to stop symptoms of panic, worry and social anxiety.


 

May 2018—

~CANCELLED~ BYU Women’s Conference Book Signing
Friday, May 4, 2018, 2 – 6 p.m.
BYU Store, Brigham Young University – (Provo, UT)

Our BYU Book Signing was cancelled by BYU for an unknown reason. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Want to meet Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST, CFLE in person?! Want to have her sign your books? Join her at the BYU Store during the BYU Women’s Conference on Friday, May 4th between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. where Laura will be signing copies of her books Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage and And They Were Not Ashamed: Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment. You can purchase your copies ahead of time at StrengtheningMarriage.com or on Amazon, or just pick up a copy there at the BYU Store.

Click Here — to purchase books from our Online Store
Click Here — to purchase books on Amazon


 

Apr 2018—

Webinar with Trina Glines/Interview with Laura Brotherson
Thursday, Apr 26, 2018
(Not a public event.)

Topic: Q&A regarding Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage

Live Q&A session with Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST, CFLE answering questions from Trina’s book club members about Laura’s latest book.

Click Here — to watch ALL VIDEO CLIPS


 

Apr 2018—

“Spring in the City” – Blissful Marriage Retreat
Friday, Apr 6 – Saturday, Apr 7, 2018
(Salt Lake City, UT)

Laura’s Friday Keynote Presentation: Creating a “Sextraordinary” Marriage

Join Laura as the keynote speaker at the Blissful Marriage Retreat Friday night, April 6 from 8 – 10 p.m. This is the romantic weekend retreat just for you and your honey! Come learn how to take your marriage to the next level!

Click Here — for a printable flyer
Click Here — VIDEO message from Laura


 

Mar 2018—

BYU Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
In-service Training
Training by: Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST
Friday, Mar 30, 2018
Brigham Young University (BYU) – (Provo, UT)
(Not a public event.)

Topic: “Helping Young Married Couples with Common Intimacy/Sexual Issues”


 

Mar 2018—

BYU Eternal Family Course –
Sexual Intimacy Discussion (extra credit class)

Thursday, March 29 2018, 7 – 9 p.m.
Professor: Ty Mansfield, PhD
Guest Presenter: Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST
Brigham Young University (BYU) – (Provo, UT)
(Not a public event.)

Topic: Sexual Intimacy Discussion with Q&A


 

Mar 2018—

North Star Conference – In Our Father’s Hands
Thursday – Saturday, Mar 15-17, 2018
Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST will present Sat from 10:30 – 12 p.m.
(Provo, UT)

Laura’s Topic: Bridging the Desire Gap – Dealing with Differences in Sexual Desire

Laura will be presenting on Saturday from 10:30 – 12 p.m. with a book signing immediately following. American Idol star David Archuleta will be performing that evening.

The North Star Conference is an invaluable resource for individuals who experience same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria and wish to live a Christ-centered life full of peace and joy. You’ll hear keynote addresses and dozens of breakout sessions featuring church leaders, scholars, therapists, and entertainers from the Christian community.

Click Here — for more information and to register


 

Feb 2018—

Sexual Addiction – Assessment and Treatment
Wednesday, Feb 28, 2018, 9 a.m. – 12 Noon
(Salt Lake City, UT)

Trainer: Steven J. Chen, PhD

This training will enable professionals to identify 10 criteria for addiction. They will understand the addiction cycle. They will recognize how early trauma and other components enable an addiction to develop. Providers will be able to identify 10 types of compulsive behavior revealed through research.


 

Feb 2018—

UVU Strengthening Marriage Date Night
Friday, Feb 16, 2018, 6 – 9 p.m.
(Provo, UT)
SOLD OUT!

Laura’s Topic: “How to Have a Sextraordinary Marriage”

This Utah Valley University (UVU) event is especially for couples and will begin with a delicious dinner for two while you enjoy the insight and humor of the fabulously funny, John Bytheway. Following dinner, couples will have the opportunity to attend a selection of breakout workshop sessions (at 7 p.m. and at 8 p.m.). Experts (including Laura M. Brotherson) will offer insight on wonderful ways to strengthen your marriage this Valentine’s Day!

Laura will be having a book signing from 5-6 p.m. and following her presentation around 9 p.m. as well. Get your signed copy of Knowing HER Intimately and And They Were Not Ashamed.

Click Here — for more information and to register


 

Feb 2018—

Couples’ Valentine’s Cruise #6
Feb 3 – 10, 2018
Ports: Bahamas, Ocho Rios, Cayman Islands, and Cozumel
Norwegian Epic cruise ship
Call Columbus Travel — 1-800-373-3328

Click Here — for 2018 Cruise Page
Click Here
 — for all the details and to Reserve your cabin


 

Feb 2018 —

KSL Channel 5 “Studio 5″ TV Interview with Brooke Walker
Friday, Feb 2, 2018, 11 a.m. – Watch it live!
(Salt Lake City, UT)

Topic: How to Keep the Spark Alive

Click Here — to watch the VIDEO
Click Here
 — to find ALL of Laura’s Studio 5 TV segments


 

Dec 2017 —

KSL Channel 5 “Studio 5″ TV Interview with Brooke Walker
Friday, Dec 8, 2017, 11 a.m. – Watch it live!
(Salt Lake City, UT)

Millennials and Marriage – 3 Part Series

Topic: No to Go: How to Prepare Young Adults for a Healthy Sex Life

Click Here — to watch the VIDEO
Click Here — to find ALL of Laura’s Studio 5 TV segments


 

Nov 2017 —

KSL Channel 5 “Studio 5″ TV Interview with Brooke Walker
Friday, Nov 3, 2017, 11 a.m.
(Salt Lake City, UT)

Topic: His Needs. Her Needs. How to Balance Intimacy.

Click Here — to watch the VIDEO
Click Here — to find ALL of Laura’s Studio 5 TV segments


 

Oct 2017 —

BYU Eternal Family Course – REL C 200
Tuesday, Oct 31, 2017, 10 – 11 a.m.
Guest Presenter: Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST
Brigham Young University (BYU) – (Provo, UT)
(Not an open event)

Topics: “Spiritual Perspectives on Preparing for a Healthy Sexual Relationship in Marriage”


 

September 2017—

Guest on Columbus Travel’s “The Travel Show”
Saturday, September 9, 2017, 11:35 a.m.
KNRS 105.9 FM & 570 AM
(Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo, UT)

Laura was a guest on “The Travel Show” with “Getaway Guru” hosts Don Shafer and Larry Gelwix along with John Potter from Columbus Travel discussing the upcoming “Couples Valentine’s Cruise” (Feb 3-10, 2018) and the fabulous prices we have for this cruise. To learn more visit: Columbus Travel “The Travel Show”

Click Here — to listen (Laura’s segment starts 18:47 minutes in)


 

July 2017—

Guest on Columbus Travel’s “The Travel Show”
Saturday, July 15, 2017, 12:20 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
KNRS 105.9 FM & 570 AM
(Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo, UT)

Laura was a guest on “The Travel Show” with “Getaway Guru” host Don Shafer discussing the upcoming “Couples Valentine’s Cruise” (Feb 3-10, 2018) and the fabulous prices we have for this cruise compared to the prices you’d get through the cruise line or elsewhere. To learn more visit: Columbus Travel “The Travel Show”

Click Here — to listen (Laura’s segment starts 49:02 minutes in)


 

May 2017—

Guest on Columbus Travel’s “The Travel Show”
Saturday, May 13, 2017, 11:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
KNRS 105.9 FM & 570 AM
(Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo, UT)

Laura was a guest on “The Travel Show” with “Getaway Guru” host Don Shafer discussing the upcoming “Couples Valentine’s Cruise” (Feb 3-10, 2018). To learn more visit: Columbus Travel “The Travel Show”

Click Here — to listen (Laura’s segment starts 11:08 minutes in)


 

Apr 2017—

Energy Healing Conference Presentation & Book Signing
Saturday, April 15, 2017, 1 p.m.
Miller Conference Center – 9750 300 West (Sandy, UT)

Presentation Topic: “Creating a ‘Sextraordinary’ Marriage”
Come and meet Laura, have her sign your book, and help to strengthen your marriage at the same time!

Click Here — for all the Details and to Register
Click Here — for more information


 

Apr 2017—

BYU School of Family Life — Alumni “Date Night” Guest Lecture Series
Friday, April 14, 2017, 7-8:30 p.m.
Presenter: BYU Alumni, Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST
Brigham Young University (BYU)
Hinckley Alumni & Events Center (Provo, UT)

Topic: Creating a “Sextraordinary” Marriage

Click Here — for more information and to register
Click Here — for a printable flyer


 

Apr 2017—

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KSL Channel 2 “Studio 5” TV Interview with Courtney Orton
Friday, April 14, 2017 (Salt Lake City, UT)

Topic: “Getting There Sexually” – “Talk” and “Transition” from her new book: Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage.

Click Here — to watch the VIDEO
Click Here — to find ALL of Laura’s Studio 5 TV segments


 

Mar 2017—

BYU-Idaho Scroll Interview
Saturday, Mar 25, 2017
Topic: Sexual Issues in Young Married Couples


 

Mar 2017—

Book Club Interview/Webinar with Trina Glines
Thursday, Mar 23, 2017
Book/Topic: And They Were Not Ashamed: Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment

Laura M. Brotherson will be answering questions from book club members about her book.

Click Here — for List of Questions
Click Here — to Watch


 

Mar 2017—

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iDAMFC — 2017 Spring Training/Workshop
Idaho Association for Marriage and Family Counselors
Saturday, Mar 11, 2017, 8:30 – 12 noon (Boise, ID)
Presenter: Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST, CFLE

Topic: “Addressing Female Desire and Arousal Difficulties”
Given the complex nature of female sexuality, sexual desire and associated arousal difficulties have been found to be the leading sexual complaint among women (Basson, 2006). Easy-to-apply therapeutic approaches will be discussed in greater detail during this expanded 3-hour workshop to assist women/couples with desire issues, as well as common arousal-inhibiting challenges. Multiple dimensions (12 “T’s”) will be addressed to help couples pay greater attention to the contextual factors of sexual desire and arousal. Having these tools will help couples be able to identify and address the specific areas needing attentino, allowing for greater emotional connection and sexual satisfaction.

Click Here — for more information and to register
Click Here — for a printable flyer


 

Feb 2017—

KBOI TV Channel 2 “Idaho Living” — Interview with Johnna JohnsonFriday, Feb 10, 2017, 11 a.m.
KBOI Channel 2 – CBS; and 12 noon KYUU – The CW (Boise, ID)

Show host Johnna Johnson and therapist, Laura M. Brotherson discuss 3 T’s — TIME, THOUGHTS and TEASING. How to make “Time” for sex, “sexy as a state of mind, and why groping a wife in the kitchen isn’t always the best way to be playful are all topics in this fun “Idaho Living” segment.

Click Here — to watch the VIDEO


 

Feb 2017—

Utah Valley University (UVU) Mental Health Symposium: Focus on Human Sexuality
Friday, Feb 3, 2017, 9 – 4:30 p.m. (Orem, UT)
Keynote Speaker: Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST, CFLE

Presentation Topic: “Fuel for Female Desire and Arousal: Clinical Applications for Addressing Female Desire and Arousal Difficulties”
Book signing to follow


 

Jan 2017—

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iDAMFC — 2017 Division Meeting
Idaho Association for Marriage and Family Counselors
Saturday, Jan 28, 2017, 7:45 a.m. (Boise, ID)
Distinguished Guest Presenter
Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST, CFLE

Presentation Topic: “Fuel for Female Desire and Arousal: Clinical Applications for Addressing Female Desire and Arousal Difficulties”
Attendance at Laura’s presentation as a “Division Distinguished Presenter” is free with registration to the ICA Conference.

Click Here — for Laura’s Event Flyer
Click Here — for ICA’s Brochure

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