Podcasts about sexual trauma

This week's conversation is with Lucy Rowett, a sexologist who works with women who struggle with shame around their sexuality, especially those who come from a religious background that did not recognise a woman's right to experience sexual pleasure.Together we unravel the intricate layers of shame surrounding sexuality, especially for women and vulva owners. Discover how faith backgrounds shape sexual identities and the vital role of understanding one's body and desires. The episode also highlights the unique challenges older women face, particularly during menopause, and the societal pressures around female pleasure and duty sex. Lucy passionately advocates for community support and open dialogue to dismantle shame, encouraging listeners to reconnect with their sexuality through diverse practices and resources.Find out more about Lucy here.Chapters00:00 Understanding Shame in Sexuality02:50 The Impact of Faith on Sexual Identity05:26 Unpacking Sexual Shame and Body Awareness07:58 Navigating Sexuality in Later Life10:57 The Role of Duty Sex and Female Pleasure13:52 Reframing Menopause as an Invitation16:42 The Importance of Community and Conversation19:36 Tools for Reconnecting with SexualityHere's a free gift from Lucy!Feel Again: A guided practice to help you feel again during sex, from numbness and shutdown to pleasure: https://lucyrowett.com/heart-v-integration-practice/Hi, I'm Suzanne — the proud host of Sex Advice for Seniors and a 365-days-a-year champion for the right of older folks to experience sexual pleasure. No matter your age, size, shape, or the state of your knees, hips, back, you should feel free to embrace your sexuality. If you don't wanna have sex anymore, that's cool. But if you do? You absolutely shouldn't feel ashamed about it.I'm on a mission to smash one of life's last, stubborn taboos: the idea that older people can't be sexy or sexual. SCREW THAT.Every week, I record at least one podcast where I sit down with an expert on sex, dating, or relationships.My podcasts are free for all listeners, but for my discerning readers who enjoy a little extra spice in their lives, I offer paywalled posts. These juicy extras might include sex toy reviews (yes, I test them all myself, so don't say I don't go the extra mile), personal stories from my sexploits, or deep dives into more intimate topics. I accept guest posts too.If you're a paid subscriber, you'll also receive my 32-page booklet, ‘Sex Toys & Supplements for Thriving in Later Life,' and gain access to a private chat room where me and my readers swap stories, share tips, and ask questions. All this for what I think is a very reasonable £6.99/month—or, if you're feeling savvy, you can snag the Senior Discount with an annual subscription at £49.99/year.So, whether you're here for the laughs, the learning, or just the libido boost, welcome aboard.If you want to help support me in smashing one of the final taboos - the idea that older people can't be sexy or sexual, it's £49.99/year or £6.99/month. That's only a cup or two of coffee per month (depending on where you live).Hey, but don't take it from me. Here's what others say about Sex Advice for Seniors:“Not enough older voices talking about sex. Are we just supposed to dry up and fade away?”“I enjoy staying abreast of new ideas and learning new ways to please my wife.”“Straight non judgmental information that relates to my needs.”“Love the honesty and humour and the vulnerability too.”“I like that you acknowledge so openly and joyously that older people can still want and need sexual satisfaction. And that it can be better and more satisfying than when you were younger! But we also need open, honest, non judgemental advice in order to get the most out of sex in later years.” Get full access to Sex Advice for Seniors at www.sexadviceforseniors.com/subscribe

EVERYONE who signs up wins a FREE WhisperVibe™ OR a FREE Rose toy with any Whisper™ order! https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/emilymorse-podcast Join the SmartSX Membership : https://sexwithemily.com/smartsx Access exclusive sex coaching, live expert sessions, community building, and tools to enhance your pleasure and relationships with Dr. Emily Morse. List & Other Sex With Emily Guides: https://sexwithemily.com/guides/ Explore pleasure, deepen connections, and enhance intimacy using these Sex With Emily downloadable guides. SHOP WITH EMILY!: https://bit.ly/3rNSNcZ (free shipping on orders over $99) Want more? Visit the Sex With Emily Website: https://sexwithemily.com/ In this powerful episode of Sex with Emily, Dr. Emily tackles one of the biggest barriers to great sex: fear. From fear of rejection to body image anxieties, this episode explores how our sexual fears hold us back and provides practical strategies for overcoming them. Dr. Emily opens with the fundamental truth that fear is often "false evidence appearing real" - we create rules around what we're afraid of and then live by them, preventing ourselves from having the sex we truly want and deserve. Throughout the episode, Dr. Emily addresses common sexual fears from farting during sex to penis size anxieties to performance worries, emphasizing that we're all perfectionists when it comes to sex despite reality being much messier and more human. The episode concludes with the empowering message that facing our fears is the path to becoming our own best sexual advocate. When we ask for what we want authentically, we either get our needs met or gain valuable information about compatibility, because we all deserve pleasure and shouldn't put ourselves last in our own sexual lives. 0:00 - Introduction 4:13 - Common Sexual Fears We All Face 6:43 - Period Sex Anxiety 17:50 - Fear of Rejection in the Bedroom 23:25 - Sexual Trauma & PTSD 32:38 - Dreams About Your Ex: What They Really Mean 44:01 - Body Image Fears & Sexual Perfectionism 47:23 - Becoming Your Best Sexual Partner 50:04 - Role Playing to Overcome Sexual Fears 54:05 - Closing the Orgasm Gap Together

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Somatic Experiencing helps heal trauma and stress by addressing the body's responses and its nervous system. In this in-depth episode, somatic therapist Meggie Twible discusses this gentle and powerful method and how it can work with sexual trauma and also its effects in polycules. In this episode:Meggie Twible, somatic therapistHomecoming Therapies on InstagramTwible's online eventsSomatic Experiencing official websiteTRE–somatic methodThe Safe and Sound Audio ProtocolKaren Yates, somatic sex educatorSign up for our twice-monthly newsletter to get sex and relationship tips, and show announcements.Show your love for sex-positive podcasting: Leave a lil' tip!Check out our new line of tees and accessories! Be wild & sublime every day! Shipping discounts for orders over $50.Want more Wild & Sublime? Join The Afterglow for bonus content and Wild & Sublime goodies! They said what? Full episode transcripts are available on our websiteDo you feel stuck? Work with host Karen Yates in Zoom groups and one-on-one as she uses the energy of sound to reduce stress and help repattern behavior. Learn more about Biofield Tuning.Support the showFollow Wild & Sublime on Instagram and Facebook!

Psychotherapist and educator Dee Dee Goldpaugh joins me to explore how psychedelics can support survivors of sexual trauma in reclaiming pleasure, embodiment, and power. We unpack eroticism as a life force, the stigma of pleasure in healing spaces, and the nuance of recovered memories during psychedelic journeys. This episode is a deep dive into love, safety, and the nervous system, reminding us that joy isn't a luxury; it's essential to our collective healing.In this episode, you'll hear:00:27 Intro07:32 The Censorship of Pleasure in Psychedelic Spaces11:26 Redefining Erotic Relationships and Power17:22 Are You Healed Enough to Help Others Heal?23:38 Leisure vs. Pleasure and Capitalist Disconnection41:43 The Six Stages of Psychedelic Healing48:36 Love as Spiritual PracticeTHE SKINNY ON OUR SEXY GUESTDee Dee Goldpaugh is a psychotherapist, educator, clinical supervisor, consultant, and leading voice in the development of psychedelic integration psychotherapy, specifically with survivors of sexual trauma. Goldpaugh is a facilitator of ketamine-assisted retreats for both couples and individuals and has taught and published widely on psychedelics and sexuality, trauma, gender, and spirituality. A frequent presenter at international conferences and trainings, Goldpaugh lives in Woodstock, New York.LINKS FROM THE SHOWDee Dee's Instagram: @deedeegoldpaughDee Dee's Website: https://www.deedeegoldpaugh.com/Buy Dee Dee's Book, Embrace Pleasure: How Psychedelics Can Heal Our Sexuality here:Simon & SchusterSimon & Schuster UKAmazonBarnes and NobleInner TraditionsBAM! Books-A-MillionBookshop.orgWANT MORE?Join me for my monthly Un.done Classes:learn.sexloveyoga.com/come-undoneSensual Sundays Guide: https://learn.sexloveyoga.com/sensual-sundays

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Trauma bonding, a profound and often paradoxical emotional attachment, develops in relationships characterized by a cyclical pattern of abuse and intermittent positive reinforcement. This complex dynamic, where a victim forms a strong emotional connection with their abuser despite experiencing harm, can manifest across various relationship types, including those stemming from adolescent sexual abuse, evolving into toxic adult relationships, and even appearing in the contemporary landscape of "sugar relationships." The transactional core of these "bitter bargains" can, for some, become another layer in a life already burdened by the echoes of past betrayal and unhealed trauma.Adolescent sexual abuse, a deeply traumatic experience, has pervasive and long-lasting implications for mental and physical health. Studies, including those from early 2025, consistently show a significant increase in the likelihood of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other adverse mental health outcomes in adulthood for survivors. This early trauma can disrupt normal developmental processes, affecting an individual's ability to establish and maintain healthy intimate relationships. Survivors may struggle with trust issues, fear of intimacy, and a heightened vulnerability to being drawn into difficult or abusive partnerships. The brain's response to fear and sexual violence can lead to a "freeze and endure" mechanism, making individuals more susceptible to passive responses in the face of future threats. Furthermore, early trauma experiences can internalize insecure attachment patterns, impacting how individuals perceive and engage in romantic relationships later in life.In toxic relationships, trauma bonding is a hallmark, characterized by stages such as love bombing, gaining trust, criticism, gaslighting, submission, loss of self, and emotional dependence. The abuser's actions create a cycle of emotional dependence, where the victim, feeling depleted and with low self-esteem, struggles to leave. This neurochemical response in the brain, with dopamine released during "good" times and cortisol during "bad," creates an emotional addiction, making it difficult to break free. The power imbalance inherent in abusive dynamics further entrenches the bond.The emergence of "sugar relationships," involving the exchange of financial support or material benefits for companionship, has sparked discussions about their psychological underpinnings and potential risks.Recent research, including studies from 2025, indicates that openness to sugar relationships is strongly linked to a "short-term mating orientation," where individuals are comfortable with casual, uncommitted sexual relationships. However, a more nuanced picture reveals an indirect pathway connecting early-life experiences to these choices, particularly for women. Women who experienced resource scarcity in childhood may adopt "faster life history strategies," leading to a focus on immediate rewards and a greater openness to sugar relationships. While some individuals report positive and empowering experiences, viewing these arrangements as a means of support and motivation with clear communication and consent, others describe significant risks. The inherently transactional nature of sugar relationships, while seemingly offering control and clear boundaries, can paradoxically become a new arena for trauma to manifest or be re-experienced. For individuals with a history of sexual abuse or toxic relationships, where their value was often tied to what they could provide or endure, the monetary exchange can reinforce feelings of commodification. This can exacerbate existing self-worth issues and lead to a further erosion of boundaries, especially when emotional investment begins to intertwine with financial dependency. The "bitter bargain" here lies in the potential for emotional and psychological costs to outweigh the perceived benefits, echoing the dynamics of past traumas where personal well-being was sacrificed for a form of security or validation. Parallels have been drawn between sugar relationships and transactional sex work, with some participants experiencing similar emotional scars such as shame, guilt, embarrassment, and feelings of being used, vulnerable, anxious, and depressed. The transactional nature, where feelings develop around the promise of money, can negatively impact self-view and morale. While the term "trauma bonding" is not always explicitly used in the context of sugar relationships in the reviewed literature, the descriptions of emotional scars, feelings of being exploited, and the cyclical nature of some arrangements, especially when combined with pre-existing vulnerabilities like financial need and a history of adverse childhood experiences, strongly suggest a potential for dynamics akin to trauma bonding.The very act of valuing a relationship based on exchange can, for those with a history of trauma, subtly perpetuate the idea that their worth is conditional, leading to new forms of emotional distress and a continued cycle of seeking external validation.In conclusion, the journey from adolescent sexual abuse to toxic relationships and potentially into complex arrangements like transactional sugar relationships can be understood through the pervasive lens of trauma bonding. Early life trauma can shape attachment styles and predispose individuals to patterns of relating that make them vulnerable to exploitative dynamics, even in relationships where the exchange is explicit. For some, the "bitter bargains" of transactional relationships might not offer escape, but rather a different facade for the same underlying struggle with self-worth and the enduring impact of past betrayals. 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Send us a textWhat exactly does a surrogate partner do? For our Healing from Sexual Trauma series, we're rebroadcasting a powerful 2022 episode where two professional surrogates talk about the intimate work of redressing trauma, dismantling unhealthy assumptions about sex, and helping clients move toward the relationships they want.In this episode:River Roaring - Surrogate partner, private coach & workshop facilitatorBrian Gibney - Surrogate partner and intimacy coach More resources:Embrace Surrogate Partner Therapy Resource Group Surrogate Partner CollectiveInternational Professional Surrogates AssociationWant more Wild & Sublime? Join The Afterglow for bonus content and Wild & Sublime goodies! Check out our new line of tees and accessories! Be wild & sublime every day! Shipping discounts for orders over $50.They said what? Full episode transcripts are available on our websiteShow your love for sex-positive podcasting: Leave a lil' tip!Support the showFollow Wild & Sublime on Instagram and Facebook!

Send us a textDr Natasha Langan, a chartered clinical psychologist and accredited psychosexual therapist, explores how childhood sexual abuse impacts intimacy, and how ADHD in women can increase vulnerability to traumatic relationships and sexual exploitation.• Women with ADHD face higher rates of sexual victimization, unplanned pregnancies, and relationship dissatisfaction• Trauma includes both major events (sexual assault) and smaller experiences that accumulate over time (public humiliation, feeling "different")• Shame plays a central role in both ADHD and sexual trauma, creating beliefs that "something is wrong with me"• Compassion-focused therapy helps address shame by understanding our "tricky brains" that evolved for survival, not happiness• Vaginismus involves involuntary pelvic floor muscle spasms making penetration painful or impossible• Women's pain has historically been dismissed by healthcare providers, creating barriers to proper treatment• Sexual healing requires broadening ideas about what constitutes sex beyond penetration• A multidisciplinary approach combining physiotherapy, psychology, and sometimes medical care is most effective• Sexual health is a fundamental human right that includes pleasure, not just prevention of STIs or pregnancyThanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don't forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations.

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Send us a textRemi Newman, editor of Hands On, a book collection of personal essays by sexuality workers, and Mehdi, a somatic sex and trauma therapist, talk with Karen about the complexities of sex work and the potential for deep healing through hands-on modalities.In this episode:Hands On: Stories of Sexuality Work, Intimacy and Healing  Remi Newman - editor, Hands On; surrogate partner; and sexuality educatorMehdi - somatic sex and trauma therapistKaren Yates - dual-certified somatic sex educator and sexological bodyworker, and energy workerShow your love for Wild & Sublime any time: Leave a tip! Help defray our production costs.See other trauma sessions from Wild & Sublime:Genital De-armoring with Rahi ChunMen, Trauma, and Sex with JoJo Bear Sexual Trauma, Somatic Healing The Afterglow, our Patreon membership group, brings you regular bonus content, early alerts, and goodies! Our newest $10/mo member benefit: 10% off all W&S merch! Be Wild & Sublime out in the world!  Check out our new tees and accessories for maximum visibility. Peep our Limited Collection and let your inner relationship anarchist run free… Prefer to read the convo? Full episode transcripts are available on our website.Support the showFollow Wild & Sublime on Instagram and Facebook!

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Send us a textIn the first episode of our Healing from Sexual Trauma season, sexological bodyworker and healer Rahi Chun describes how genital de-armoring can help people move through held and often painful trauma patterns lodged in the pelvis. This fascinating conversation is a must-listen.Don't miss our Wed. June 25, 7pm, show in Chicago! Info and tixIn this episode:Rahi Chun - dual-certified somatic sex educator and sexological bodyworkerKaren Yates - dual-certified somatic sex educator and sexological bodyworker and energy workerRahi's course on genital de-armoring Show your love for Wild & Sublime any time: Leave a tip! Help defray our production costs.See other trauma sessions from other W&S seasons:Men, Trauma, and Sex with JoJo Bear Sexual Trauma, Somatic Healing The Afterglow, our Patreon membership group, brings you regular bonus content, early alerts, and goodies! Our newest $10/mo member benefit: 10% off all W&S merch! Be Wild & Sublime out in the world!  Check out our new tees and accessories for maximum visibility. Peep our Limited Collection and let your inner relationship anarchist run free… Prefer to read the convo? Full episode transcripts are available on our website.Support the showFollow Wild & Sublime on Instagram and Facebook!

Psychoanalyst Graeme Daniels begins his newly re-configured podcast series with a review of a paper by Israeli psychiatrist/analyst Amit Saad: a paper about time arrows, the timelessness of the unconscious, causal loops, the Oedipal myth and Oedipal development, and what Saad describes as the "sexualizing of asymmetric time"

Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!If you believe that mismatched libidos are destroying your relationship, you're not alone—but you're also not seeing the full picture. What if everything you've been told about "high desire vs. low desire" partners is completely wrong? In this explosive episode of Sex Reimagined, somatic sex therapist Susan Morgan Taylor reveals the real culprits behind fading desire and introduces her revolutionary "Pleasure Keys" process that's helping couples worldwide reignite passion—no matter how long they've been together.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSWhy the "high libido vs. low libido" narrative is damaging your relationshipThe three root causes of desire discrepancy that no one talks aboutHow mismatched sex drives are actually a skills problem, not a fundamental incompatibilityThe critical difference between direct and indirect pleasure seeekingThe game-changing distinction between expressing desire vs. making requestsHow to create safety for sharing fantasies without pressureNegotiation techniques that turn "no" into enthusiastic "yes"CLICK HERE FOR LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEAWAKENING THE GODDESS IN CRETE! Leah & Willow want to take you on an all-woman's tantric pilgrimage to Greece Oct 5-12, 2025! Join us for a trip of lifetime. LAST 10x LONGER. If you suffer from premature ejaculation, you are not alone, master 5 techniques to cure this stressful & embarrassing issue once and for all. Save 20% Coupon: PODCAST20. KING & QUEEN OF HEARTS. Leah & Willow's King & Queen of Hearts Intimacy Toolkit is on sale. 10% off Coupon: KINGANDQUEEN10.Support the show SxR Website Dr. Willow's Website Leah's Website

Sponsors & Partners Freedom Scholars Academy (FSM) My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org The Other Side Academy (TOSA) - theothersideacademy.com 00:00 - Ryan 01:30 - Sponsors 02:44 - Younglife 04:40 - Didn't Fit In 07:20 - Sexual Trauma 10:20 - The Substance Spiral 12:50 - Broke His Dad's Ribs 14:00 - 20 Years of Relapse 19:40 - A New Kind of Addiction 22:00 - Mapping Out a New World 22:50 - My Story Matters 25:50 - Finding Vision 29:35 - We Attract What We Are 33:00 - Your Opinions are a Reflection of Yourself 46:30 - Continued use of the My Story Matters tools 48:50 - Final piece of advice “My Story Matters Will Change Your Life”

In this episode of LaidOPEN Podcast, I have an insightful conversation with activist and author Dean Spade about his extensive work in movements for queer and trans liberation, anti-militarism, and the abolition of police and prisons.  Dean and I discuss his new book titled 'Love in a Fucked Up World: How to Build Relationships, Hook Up, and Raise Hell Together,' covering topics such as mindful practices for managing stress, the evolution of his book over nine years, and personal growth in relationships.  We also delve into the romance myth, decentralizing romantic relationships, and the importance of community support. Dean shares valuable insights and practices for generating internal safety and the importance of collective care in social movements.  This episode is an enriching dialogue aimed at anyone interested in social justice, personal growth, and transformative community practices.   Show Notes: 00:00 Introduction and Course Announcement 00:55 Introducing Dean Spade 02:01 Dean Spade's Book Journey 02:28 Healing Modalities and Personal Growth 03:05 Non-Monogamous Relationships 03:34 Challenges in Writing the Book 05:15 Self-Help Literature Critique 06:45 Emotional Awareness in Movements 15:27 Decentralizing Romantic Relationships 23:49 Self-Generated Safety and Belonging 31:40 Therapy Misconceptions and Realities 32:38 The Overuse of Pathologizing Language 33:23 Forgiveness and Self-Inquiry in Relationships 36:05 The Impact of Alcoholism on Relationships 37:28 The Process of Forgiveness and Healing 41:34 Sexual Trauma and Cultural Narratives 44:18 Transformative Justice and Community Response 49:52 Decentralizing Romantic Relationships You can watch this episode on my YouTube channel, just search LaidOPEN. Plus, I have free guided visualizations and a host of other tools and resources available to you there and on my website at CharnaCassell.com.

Parents Tune In!! Why do some survivors freeze or experience pleasure? Why don't they fight back or speak up right away? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Vanessa Guyton and Kelly Wallace shares her experience of sexual abuse by her grandfather and break down the body's natural response to trauma—and why it's time to stop blaming survivors.This honest conversation sheds light on the truth: your body's response was a natural act of survival. Tune in for validation, understanding, and the beginning of deeper healing.

Do you feel sexually broken from years of porn addiction and compulsive masturbation? Like you've damaged your body, your mind, and your marriage—and there's no way back?In this episode of the No More Desire podcast, Jake Kastleman explores the reality of self-inflicted sexual trauma and what it truly takes to overcome porn addiction. You'll learn how to stop watching porn, confront your shame, and begin the process to stop for good.We talk honestly about how masturbation addiction rewires your brain, damages intimacy, and leaves men feeling spiritually and emotionally numb. You'll discover how to rebuild sexual intimacy after porn, heal your relationship, and reconnect with your body and your wife.Using the lens of Internal Family Systems, neuroscience, and spiritual truth, Jake helps you reclaim healthy masculinity and take responsibility without self-condemnation. This is about emotional healing for men, the kind that leads to deep, lasting men's sexual healing and the freedom to love with integrity.Whether you're navigating porn and marriage issues, seeking Christian porn recovery, or trying to restore intimacy after sobriety, this episode offers the tools and encouragement to take your next step.Because healing isn't just about quitting behaviors—it's about becoming whole again.Free Resources:FREE WORKSHOPFREE EBOOKRecommended Articles:Why She's Pissed Off and Turned Off—and How to Fix ItHow to Rebuild Trust After Porn Addiction and Betrayal Trauma: 8 ToolsHow Do I Stop My Husband From Watching Porn?My Wife Ignores My Progress With Porn AddictionWhat Do I Do When My Wife is Triggered?Support the showNo More Desire

In this episode, Dr. Morgan interviews perinatal mental health therapist and licensed clinical social worker, Beth Warren on the topic of how past trauma, specifically sexual or reproductive trauma can affect and trigger women when they enter the process of motherhood - from pregnancy through postpartum. She outlines the various obvious and subtle ways this period can cause survivors to relive aspects of their trauma - and what they can do to abate these effects. From understanding the what and why, to developing a true trauma-informed birth team- this is an important topic not often brought to light and I'm honored to be bringing further awareness for how survivors can educate and empower themselves so this experience is the best it can be.This episode is sponsored by:Redmond Salt >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 15% on your order.Active Skin Repair >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER for 20% off your order.Needed >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order.Lumebox >> Click here and use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER for $260 off.Resources From This Episode:Beth's Website: https://bethanywarrenlcsw.com/Beth's books:Healing From Reproductive Trauma, by Bethany Warren https://amzn.to/4iFkd9LThe Pregnancy and Postpartum Mood Workbook: The Guide to Surviving Your Emotions When Having a Baby https://amzn.to/4cSeHixFollow Beth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethanywarrenlcswDownload the Expectful app: https://expectful.com/Stay Connected With Us:Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.comInstagram: @healthyasamotherpodcastDr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.comInstagram: @drleahgordonDr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.comInstagram: @morganmacdermott

Understanding Sexual Trauma and Hookup Culture in Therapy with Gay Men: An Interview with Michael Pezzullo, LMFT Curt and Katie chat with Michael Pezzullo, LMFT, about providing affirming and trauma-informed therapy for gay men. We explore common misconceptions therapists hold, the complexities of hookup culture, and how sexual trauma often shows up in subtle and misunderstood ways. We also look at how clinicians can better navigate issues of consent, drug use, and boundary violations when working with this population. Transcripts and more information for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode, we explore affirming, trauma-informed therapy for gay men We invited Michael Pezzullo to the podcast to discuss the often-overlooked nuances of working with gay men in therapy. From hookup culture to sexual trauma, Michael breaks down what therapists need to understand to avoid causing harm or misinterpreting client behavior. His perspective emphasizes the importance of clinical humility, cultural knowledge, and a collaborative approach. Common Therapist Mistakes When Working with Gay Men What Therapists Need to Understand About Hookup Culture, Risk, and Drug Use Addressing Sexual Trauma and Boundary Violations in the Gay Community Helping Gay Men in Building and Enforcing Boundaries Navigating Presenting, Shame, and the “Velvet Rage” Creating a Safe and Affirming Space for Gay Clients Using Social Media and Influencers as Cultural Education Therapist Takeaways Stay in Touch with Curt, Katie, and the whole Therapy Reimagined #TherapyMovement: Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano https://groomsymusic.com/

Vote for Eve Hall as Best Educator and Best Educator Website at the ASN Awards:If you're enjoying the show and feel it's been helpful, I'd be honored if you could take a moment to vote for me as Best Educator and Best Educator Website in this year's ASN Awards. Your support means so much to me! Vote here:  2025 TOP 8 FINALIST | 2025 ASN AwardsLatin Podcasting Fan Favorite Award is another award that I have been nominated for. Vote once: Vote Popularity Award 2025 Latin Podcast Awards – Latin Podcast Awards the Women in Podcasting Awards:Women Podcaster Awards Voting She is nominated under 2 categories:Education Podcasters, Wellness Podcasters Episode Summary: In this deeply empowering and educational episode of Please Me, Eve is joined by trauma therapist Laurel Roberts Meese for an open and supportive conversation about sexual trauma, healing, and how to navigate those critical conversations with a partner. Whether you're a survivor yourself or in a relationship with someone who has experienced sexual trauma, this episode offers real tools and insights to foster trust, healing, and deeper intimacy. In This Episode, We Cover: The truth about sexual trauma: it's not about sex, it's about power Why disclosing trauma to a partner can feel so risky—and how to create a safe space for it What partners should (and shouldn't) say when someone shares their trauma How to identify trauma responses during intimacy—and what to do in the moment Tools like sensate focus to rebuild connection, pleasure, and safety in the body How open communication can lead to better sex and deeper relationships The power of reclaiming your body, voice, and boundaries after trauma Ways that sexual trauma can become a starting point for deeper healing, self-knowledge, and love Key Takeaways: Sexual trauma is more common than most people realize—and healing is possible The way you talk about trauma matters—language can either restore safety or recreate harm You can't “push through” trauma. But you can heal it—layer by layer Trauma survivors deserve pleasure, agency, and joy in their sexual relationships Communication isn't optional—it's the foundation of healing intimacy Resources Mentioned: RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) – Support, resources, and crisis intervention Laurel Therapy Collective – Therapy services with Laurel Roberts Meese and team Lateefa's Episode Sensate Focus Episode Connect with Eve: Website: PleaseMe.Online Support the Podcast: Become a Patreon member for ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and early access   Connect with Laurel Roberts Meese: Website: laureltherapy.net Instagram: @laureltherapycollective (Please reach out via the website for care-related inquiries.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if your pain could become someone else's healing? On this episode of The Big Silence, Karena sits down with rising country star Avery Anna on the eve of her 10th Grand Ole Opry performance. From humble beginnings recording in her mom's bathtub to signing with Warner Music Nashville, Avery's journey is anything but typical. But it's her vulnerability that sets her apart. Inspired by fan-written “Let Go Letters” — anonymous notes sharing raw experiences of trauma, self-doubt, body image struggles, and more — Avery turned these confessions into her sophomore album, Let Go Letters (out May 16). In this heartfelt conversation, she shares how music became her therapy, how she balances the pressures of social media, and why songs like “Danny Don't,” “Grave,” and “Self-Esteem for Sale” might just save a life.How Can We Transform Pain into Purpose Through Music?Avery reveals how fans' anonymous letters inspired her to write songs that create community, healing, and understanding — proving we are never truly alone in what we're going through.(00:01:00) From TikTok to the Grand Ole Opry — Avery's Unexpected BreakthroughPandemic boredom led Avery to post singing videos on TikTok — one went viral, launching her career.Discovered by band Parmalee and signed to Warner Music Nashville within months.Talks about imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and how faith and family keep her grounded.How her upbringing in a close-knit, faith-based family in Flagstaff, Arizona shaped her values.(00:04:50) The Birth of Let Go Letters: Turning Fans' Pain Into Powerful MusicAvery began collecting anonymous fan letters at her shows, sparking the concept for Let Go Letters.Writing songs like “Danny Don't” based on a letter from a fan contemplating suicide.The emotional toll and responsibility of holding space for her fans' deepest traumas.How her music offers a safe space for healing — not just for fans, but for herself too.(00:09:30) Writing About the Unspoken: Body Image, Sexual Trauma, and Self-WorthSongs like “Vanilla” and “Grave” tackle sexual trauma with raw honesty.“Self-Esteem for Sale” reflects the pressure of being a product on social media.Avery shares how she protects her mental health by setting boundaries with technology.The importance of reminding herself that her worth comes from who she is, not what she posts.(00:20:00) Pre-Show Rituals, Tour Life, and the Realities Behind the GlamTouring isn't all glitz: van life, flat tires, and DIY road trips with her band.Her quirky pre-show routine: honey shots, prayer circles, and unplugging from social media.Why “Vanilla” is her favorite song to perform — a moment of collective healing on stage.00:28:00) Songs That Heal: The Butterfly Project, My Mother Lies, and MoreInspired by a letter about self-harm, “The Butterfly Project” reminds listeners their pain impacts those who love them.“My Mother Lies” explores how negative self-talk is passed down through generations.Avery's hope is that these songs help fans find their voice, their healing, and their community.This episode was Filmed at the Thompson Nashville. Thanks for the support from our partners, including: BetterHelp: Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/thebigsilence and enjoy a...

I lived afraid of men for 25 years. Let's chat about how deeply impactful life experiences can be and the power of inner work. I'll touch on codependency and how religion attacks the natural design of women. To connect with me further head to changeradically.com. Pick up a gift I have for you at https://www.changeradically.com/keys-for-change-freebie.

In this deeply moving episode of Consciousness Unleashed, new paradigm shaman Bonnie Serratore and co-host Cynthia discuss Bonnie's powerful new add-on module to her Beyond Foundations program: Clearing Sexual Trauma.   Bonnie explains why she felt an urgent spiritual call to share this work now—because an estimated 85% of people carry sexual trauma, whether from their current or past lives.    Drawing from healing experience since the 1990s, Bonnie reveals how her signature Serratore Method clears: Perpetrator energy Emotional shock and physical pain Discarnates and dark force interferences The deep sense of shame, loss of innocence, and inner disconnect   If you've ever had a strong reaction to stories of sexual abuse—on the news, in a film, or in conversation—it may be a sign that unresolved trauma is ready to surface and be released.    Whether you've consciously remembered or not, this work is here to help unravel the hidden pain and restore you to wholeness.   

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, this week's Listener Series episode features a deeply moving and courageous conversation with Jocelyn. She shares her story of how a sexual assault in college, powerfully influenced her second birth experience, which unfolded into a traumatic emergency C-section under general anesthesia.Jocelyn Rodal's experience highlights the devastating impact of being unheard, unprepared, and uninformed in moments of extreme vulnerability, and how a history of sexual trauma can resurface in the birthing room in ways that even well-meaning providers may not realize.In this episode, you'll hear about:

This episode talks in detail about rape."I've actually been really scared to talk about these things," Paige told Renée as she started to tell her story and lose her breath. Paige had a relatively happy childhood and an appropriately "boy crazy" adolescence. Unfortunately, her first boyfriend was so abusive and controlling that, until recently, she kept the details of the five-year relationship buried far away from her consciousness. Now a happily married, 32 year-old mother of three, Paige finds herself suddenly overcome by the trauma - memories, feelings, all of it -- and she has come to the show hoping Renée can help her stabilize. Her story is intense and it was hard for her to tell it, but her bravery is stunning. Renée helps Paige understand her intense symptoms and new triggers, and by the end Paige not only has her breath back, but she also has hope and a plan.Support the show

In this deeply insightful episode of Please Me, Eve welcomes certified clinical EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) practitioner Sophia Torrini to the mic for a raw, empowering conversation on trauma, healing, and reclaiming your pleasure. Sophia shares her own life-altering health journey—from a near-death experience due to unnecessary surgery to discovering the transformative power of EFT. Together, Eve and Sophia explore the science and spirituality behind tapping, how emotions stored in the body can manifest as illness, and how trauma—especially when stored in the pelvic floor—can directly impact your sex life. They also dive into: What EFT is and how it works The connection between emotional energy and physical symptoms Why symptoms are often signs of healing—not something to fear Real stories of healing chronic illness, pelvic pain, and even Tourette's How trauma can begin in the womb and the surprising ways it shows up later in life Using EFT and meta-consciousness to reclaim health, intimacy, and sensuality How Sophia helps clients rewire trauma and re-pattern belief systems for lasting change This episode includes a powerful role-play between Eve and Sophia, modeling how EFT could support someone dealing with painful sex and unresolved trauma. If you've ever felt disconnected from your body, struggled with chronic symptoms, or longed to feel more at home in your pleasure—this conversation is for you. Resources & Links: Connect with Eve Hall, Host of Please Me! Website: pleaseme.online I'd love to hear from you! Help me choose a question for my Please Me! Friday Series of episodes, where I answer listener-submitted questions. Send your questions and let me know what topics you'd like me to explore next! Vote for Eve Hall as Best Educator at the ASN Awards: If you're enjoying the show and feel it's been helpful, I'd be honored if you could take a moment to vote for me as Best Educator in this year's ASN Awards. Your support means so much to me! Vote here: ASN Awards Voting Bare Business and Beauty: A Wellness Retreat for Women: I'm excited to announce my new one-day event, Bare Business and Beauty: A Wellness Retreat for Women! Join me for a transformative day of self-care, empowerment, and growth. Get all the details here: Events - Please Me! Connect with Sophia Torrini: Website: TapIntoYourBestSelf.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful and nuanced episode, I'm joined once again by Morgan Bradwell, LCSW, PMH-C, to explore the intersection between sexual trauma and perinatal trauma.We discuss how past sexual trauma can shape the perinatal experience, increase the risk of birth trauma, and impact postpartum mental health, including rates of PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Morgan draws from her clinical experience supporting survivors of sexual trauma and perinatal trauma to help us better understand how to support pregnant people with this history, whether you're a provider, a partner, or navigating it yourself.What You'll Hear in This Episode:

Send us a textAt age twenty-four, Sara Alvarado bought a one-way ticket from the USA midwest to Mexico determined to heal from years of hard partying and sexual trauma. In this raw and inspiring episode, Sara takes us on a journey as she struggles with being newly sober, unexpectedly in love - and then suddenly, terrifyingly pregnant. Guided from afar by her wise and loving mother and her emerging spiritual connection, Sara confidently (yet full of self-doubt) faces the complexity of a multicultural marriage and motherhood in a foreign country. Sara shares the messy dance between cultures, classes, languages, traditions, white privilege, and a desire to belong. This epic love story confronts tough topics and uncertainty in an honest voice that is refreshing and witty.Twitter: https://twitter.com/sara608alvaradoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/saralilacalvarado/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saralilacalvarado LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saralilacalvarado/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/saraalvarado Website: www.SaraAlvarado.comBook: https://a.co/d/axshDFKShe Leads with CAREShe Leads with CARE is a limited podcast series hosted by actor and producer Bellamy...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Season 5, Episode 173: Hey Thrive Tribe!Welcome back to another episode of Hey Queen, Thrive! April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month as well as Autism Awareness Month. Trigger Warning: On this episode, we will discussing the impact of sexual trauma on reproductive health. This episode's Thriver Nuggets is 7 Ways to Become an Advocate Have you heard of the Courage Couture Gala? My first in-person event for survivors of sexual violence. If not, I need you to go to https://www.leahmforney.com/event-details/courage-couture-gala-2025 to learn more and get your tickets. Hope to see you there!Dr. Zee's Contact Info:Social Media: FB: Zalika Nisbeth & IG: Healing With Dr. Zee

A path to healing is always possible, says Asher Beckwitt. As both a trauma coach and a sexual abuse survivor, she understands that each journey is an individual one. Asher's own journey began with years of talk therapy, which laid the foundation for healing. However, it was the introduction of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy that marked a significant turning point. This innovative therapy helped Asher neutralize the trauma, allowing her to recall past experiences from a place of neutrality rather than reactivity. EMDR, coupled with somatic healing practices, enabled her to reconnect with her body and release stored trauma energy. This podcast goes beyond sexual abuse and offers a broad base of possible healing modalities and requirements, ranging from safe places to meditations and beyond. This is a story for everyone who has experienced some sort of trauma-and isn't that all of us?  Join us for a powerful conversation. Subscribers can enjoy extended conversations from this podcast. To subscribe, go to BumpInTheRoad.Substack.com     What they're saying:   “This is a beautiful book about life, its imperfections, its challenges, and its joys. It is a book of hope and wisdom for all of us facing a bump in the road.” –Pragito Dove   “Pat has woven together beautiful stories of life setbacks that have been transformed into spiritual growth. This book is a gift and a must-read for souls experiencing pain and yearning for growth.”   –Gary Hensel   Learn more at   Follow Bump on: ➡️  ➡️  ➡️  ➡️  ➡️   

From October, 2019: Tim asks Michael about how to protect our sons from sexual trauma and what signs of sexual trauma parents should look for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From October, 2019: Tim interviews Michael about the sexual trauma Michael experienced as a 10 year old boy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'Sex Advice for Seniors', me and somatic psychotherapist Erica Shershun, Author of Healing Sexual Trauma Workbook, discuss the pervasive issue of sexual trauma, particularly in light of recent high-profile cases such as Gisele Pelicot. We explore the impact of rape culture, the importance of recognising trauma symptoms, and effective healing techniques. Subscribe for honest, stigma-free sex advice for people who refuse to let age define their desires. Receive the weekly podcast direct to your inbox. ;)Erica shares insights from her work with trauma survivors, addressing common misconceptions about trauma and healing, and introduces her new guided journal aimed at helping individuals navigate their healing journey.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sexual Trauma Awareness01:48 The Impact of Rape Culture13:17 Healing Techniques for Trauma Survivors22:52 Recognising Trauma Symptoms26:51 Misconceptions About Trauma and Healing28:56 New Resources for Healing Sexual TraumaErika's new Healing Sexual Trauma Guided Journal is available now via Amazon."I just finished listening to your podcast! I felt like I was sitting around the dinner table with friends, finally able to talk about what no one else does."Want to go deeper? Join The Intimacy Insider Membership for exclusive advice, unfiltered stories, and expert reviews that will transform the way you experience intimacy.

Are you struggling to reignite the passion in your relationship or wondering how to bring deeper consciousness to your sexuality?In this episode, Agi speaks with Heather Shannon, a certified sex therapist, meditation guide, and host of the Ask a Sex Therapist podcast. They explore solutions for couples who feel disconnected and discuss how integrating emotional mastery, communication, and self-awareness can transform your relationship. Whether you're navigating a sexless marriage, facing personal insecurities, or seeking a deeper spiritual connection through intimacy, this episode is packed with actionable insights.Discover Heather's Pathway to Passion, a practical framework with nine transformative steps to reignite intimacy in your relationship.Learn how mastering emotional communication and realigning priorities can bring back the spark in committed relationships.Gain a fresh perspective on the connection between sexuality and spirituality, breaking free from societal conditioning to embrace authentic self-expression.Tune in now to gain expert insights and actionable tips to revitalize your relationship and create a more passionate and fulfilling connection with your partner.˚KEY POINTS AND TIMESTAMPS:01:32 - Introduction and Guest Background  02:59 - Why Heather Became a Sex Therapist  08:36 - Common Challenges in Long-Term Relationships  10:32 - The Pathway to Passion Framework  16:48 - Communication Skills: The Softened Startup  23:09 - Personal Development for Your Sex Life  26:38 - Bringing Consciousness to Sexuality  29:58 - Exploring the Energetic Elements of Sexuality  34:58 - Heather's Resources and Freebies  ˚MEMORABLE QUOTE:"Just get started, you don't need to take a big step, you just need to take a step."˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Heather's website: https://heathershannon.co/Mastery Seekers Tribe: https://masteryseekerstribe.com˚Want to be a guest on Personal Development Mastery?Send Agi Keramidas a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/personaldevelopmentmastery˚Personal development inspiration, insights, and actions to implement for living with purpose.˚Support the showPersonal development insights and actionable inspiration to implement for self-mastery, living authentically, finding your purpose, cultivating emotional intelligence, building confidence, and becoming authentic through healthy habits, meditation, mindset shifts, spirituality, clarity, passion discovery, wellness, and personal growth - empowering entrepreneurs, leaders, and seekers to embrace happiness and fulfilment.Join our free community "Mastery Seekers Tribe":https://masteryseekerstribe.com

If you want to connect with me more or find out about personalized Feng Shui consultations and other offerings, you can visit my Instagram at www.instagram.com/shuiwithcody or check out my Feng Shui offers at https://stan.store/Shuiwithcody.Links mentioned in this episode:Tilly Storm's InstagramTilly Storm's Website5 Days to Epic Pleasure and Passion for High Achieving Women – Free Mini CourseMultiorgasmic Millionaire Podcast

Every man must face his sexual trauma in order for him to develop into the man he needs to be. It impacts him in every area of his life and will haunt him in hidden ways until he uncovers the root. In this episode we dive deep into our own experiences at a young age being introduced to the idea of sex and how our journey as men has been shaped both positively & negatively by those experiences.

If you are interested in learning about Sexual Health, Sex Therapy, and Healing from Sexual Trauma, you will not want to miss this conversation with Tiffany Taylor LCSW--who is a sex therapist and pleasure coach. About Tiffany Taylor, LCSW: With over 19 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in helping people create positive change to get unstuck. Throughout my career, I've worked in various areas of social work, including community mental health, forensic social work, medical social work, and hospice care. I am also a Behavioral Health Officer in the US Army Reserve still actively serving. In the past 5 years, I have shifted my focus to sex therapy and education, aiming to raise awareness of human sexuality and its profound impact on relationships and well-being. I am currently enrolled in the Doctorate of Social Work program at Tulane University, and I am deeply committed to contributing to the advancement of sexual health awareness within social work practice, particularly in diverse communities. Get involved with the National Violence Prevention Hotline: 501(c)(3) Donate Share with your network Write your congressperson Sign our Petition Preview an Online Video Course for the Parents of Young Adults (Parenting Issues) Unique and low cost learning opportunities through Shion Consulting Paul Krauss MA LPC is the Clinical Director of Health for Life Counseling Grand Rapids, home of The Trauma-Informed Counseling Center of Grand Rapids. Paul is also a Private Practice Psychotherapist, an Approved EMDRIA Consultant , host of the Intentional Clinician podcast, Behavioral Health Consultant, Clinical Trainer, Counseling Supervisor, and Meditation Teacher. Paul is now offering consulting for a few individuals and organizations. Paul is the creator of the National Violence Prevention Hotline as well as the Intentional Clinician Training Program for Counselors. Paul has been quoted in the Washington Post, NBC News, Wired Magazine, and Counseling Today. Questions? Call the office at 616-200-4433.  If you are looking for EMDRIA consulting groups, Paul Krauss MA LPC is now hosting a weekly online group.  For details, click here. For general behavioral and mental health consulting for you or your organization. Follow Health for Life Counseling- Grand Rapids: Instagram   |   Facebook     |     Youtube  Original Music: ”Alright" from the forthcoming album Mystic by PAWL (Spotify) ”Cuff It" from Renaissance by Beyonce (Spotify) ”Praying" from Rainbow by Kesha (Spotify)

Olivia Young—speaker, writer, healer, and founder of Liv Young—is a force of nature when it comes to self-love and transformation. As the host of The Liv Young Show podcast, Olivia shares her raw, inspiring journey of turning pain into power, balancing grit with grace through movement, plant medicine, and spiritual alignment. In this episode, she dives deep into the art of surrender, the surprising reasons we don't love ourselves, and how reconnecting with your inner voice can unlock everything you've ever needed. Her story is a vibrant reminder that healing isn't about fixing—it's about discovering the power that's already within you. Tune in for a conversation that's equal parts empowering, entertaining, and soul-stirring.

This is a re-release of a conversation I had with Stephanie Roberts back in 2023. Since that time, she's gained two more years of recovery and has been promoted to Program Manager of our Oklahoma City Street Outreach and Rapid Response team.  Stephanie is a native Oklahoman who, in childhood, experienced a sexual trauma that went unaddressed, resulting in a crescendo-like progression of events that ultimately culminated in the loss of her children, her home, her dignity.   Humanity stepped in, knowing that everyone has value and possibility, and took a chance on her. And now she is the one reminding others in the shoes she once wore, that they, too, have value and possibility.  This was such a good conversation, worthy of a re-release in our 2025 Season 1 batch of MHAOK staff success stories. It's important to note that this conversation touches on sexual trauma and loss. While it's critical dialogue to have, we understand that it could be difficult for some listeners. If you or someone you love is struggling with mental health concerns, please call one of our free mental health assistance center lines at 405.943.3700 or 918.585.1213 Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 5pm, or contact us via www.mhaok.org. Additionally, if you or someone you know is in crisis, you can call or text 988 24/7. 

Send us a textIn this episode of The Nourished Nervous System, I welcome back Dr. Pavini Moray, a somatic coach and author with over 30 years of experience. Dr. Moray introduces their new book, 'Tending the Bones: Reclaiming Pleasure After Transgenerational Sexual Trauma,' which guides readers through a 13-month somatic journey involving ancestral rituals and embodiment practices. The discussion highlights the significance of building relationships with well ancestors for healing, the transformative and connecting power of ritual, and the critical role of understanding and reclaiming pleasure. Dr. Moray explains how these practices are rooted in global traditions and how they address not just personal, but collective trauma. They also share insights about their research process, including learning from various ancestral healing technologies and spiritual traditions. Practical aspects of creating individualized, community-based healing are explored, offering listeners a nuanced understanding of both the personal and systemic impacts of sexual trauma and the pathways to recovery.In this episode:Pavini's Journey and New BookUnderstanding Transgenerational Sexual TraumaThe Role of Ritual in HealingThe Importance of Pleasure in HealingThe Power of Collective HealingExploring the 13-Month JourneyRelated Episode:Episode 48 - A Somatic Approach to Leadership and PowerConnect with Pavini:Website:  https://www.pavinimoray.com/tendingthebones.htmlSubstack:  https://pavinimoray.substack.com/aboutMy resources:Deep Rest MeditationNourished For Resilience Workbook Book a free Exploratory CallFind me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

*Content Warning: sexual assault, sexual abuse, sexual violence, rape, suicidal ideation, and mental illness.Resources:Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network: RAINN.org1 in 6 Organization: 1in6.org1 in 6 Organization Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/1in6orgNational Sexual Violence Resource Center: https://www.nsvrc.org/find-helpNational Sexual Assault Hotline (1800-656-4763): https://www.rainn.org/resourcesSources:The 1 in 6 Statistic. (n.d.). One in Six Organization. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://1in6.org/statistic/Cal Poly Humboldt & North Coast Rape Crisis Team. (n.d.). Supporting Survivors. Sexualized Violence Statistics. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://supportingsurvivors.humboldt.edu/statisticChen LP, Murad MH, Paras ML, Colbenson KM, Sattler AL, Goranson EN, Elamin MB, Seime RJ, Shinozaki G, Prokop LJ, Zirakzadeh A. Sexual abuse and lifetime diagnosis of psychiatric disorders: systematic review and meta-analysis. Mayo Clin Proc. 2010 Jul;85(7):618-29. doi: 10.4065/mcp.2009.0583. Epub 2010 May 10. PMID: 20458101; PMCID: PMC2894717. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2894717/March 2020 Delayed Disclosure: A Factsheet Based on Cutting-Edge Research on Child Sexual Abuse. (2020). Montana Legislature. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://leg.mt.gov/bills/2023/Minutes/Senate/Exhibits/230227JUSa3.pdfT. Muller, R., PhD. (2020, October 15). The Invisible Male Victims of Sexual Trauma. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/talking-about-trauma/202010/the-invisible-male-victims-sexual-traumaNational Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey: 2015 Data Brief - Updated Release. (2018). National Center for Injury Prevention and Control Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://www.nsvrc.org/sites/default/files/2021-04/2015data-brief508.pdfNational Sexual Violence Resource Center. (n.d.). Sexual Assault: Statistics. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://www.nsvrc.org/statisticsPetersson, C.C., Plantin, L. Breaking with Norms of Masculinity: Men Making Sense of Their Experience of Sexual Assault. Clin Soc Work J 47, 372–383 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10615-019-00699-yRape, Abuse, & Incest National Network. (n.d.). Perpetrators of Sexual Violence: Statistics. RAINN. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://www.rainn.org/statistics/perpetrators-sexual-violenceRape, Abuse, & Incest National Network. (n.d.-b). Sexual Assault of Men and Boys: Statistics. Retrieved June 26, 2024, from https://www.rainn.org/articles/sexual-assault-men-and-boysU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (n.d.). National Center for PTSD: Sexual Assault - Males. https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/types/sexual_trauma_male.aspLeRon Barton: LeRon's Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/leronlbarton Leron's Website: https://leronbarton.com/Follow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookieboo business@tiffanyreese.me The SWW theme Song is U Think U, by Glad Rags. The S21 cover art is by the Amazing Sara Stewart.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's Sacred Success masterclass we demonstrated the correlation between the three levels of business, and the three levels of spirituality. It was RICH, and we saved a lot of time for QA as well. follow along the slides: mamionami.com (front page of my site)learn more about Ritual: mamionami.com/rituallearn more about School: mamionami.com/safehouse 00:00 - my husband hamming it up for the camera 03:00 - a history of the Ritual 06:00 - MY STORY: from begging on corners to 800k in 2024 16:00 - self worth vs. net worth 20:00 - change vs. transformation 21:30 - SACRED DESIRE 28:00 - defining your personal "more" 30:00 - Mastery and growth 32:00 - Re: ADHD 36:30 - three levels of spiritual teachings 37:00 - the Exoteric 44:00 - the Mesoteric 53:00 - Sexual Trauma and Your Ability to Earn 56:30 - the Esoteric 59:50 - "Good Householder" 1:03:00 - First Level of Wealth - Start A Business 1:07:00 - "fixing" and blaming yourself 1:08:00 - Root Blocks vs. Sacral Blocks 1:11:00 - Second Level of Wealth - Scale a Business 1:13:00 - Entitlement at the First Level 1:19:00 - Third Level Teachings 1:21:00 - Criteria For Selecting A Teacher 1:25:00 - Third Level of Wealth: Selling a Business 1:28:00 - Black, White, and Red Magic 1:32:00 - What is Ritual? 1:37:00 - Q: "how do I dominate money if I'm submissive?" 1:39:00 - Q: "is it Kundalini Yoga?" 1:40:00 - Q: "how do I find my purpose?" 1:42:00 - Q: "how does this apply to nonprofit businesses?" 1:45:00 - Q: "What if I can barely afford this?" 1:47:00 - Q: "should I buy this, or rent?" 1:48:00 - Q: "how do I get ahold of you, Onami?" 1:49:00 - Q: "monthly school vs. annual?" 1:49:30 - Q: "Do I need to do it now? I have an injury?" 1:51:00 - Q: " What do I do if I don't have a business or I like my current job?" 1:53:00 - Q " What comes after Ritual?" 1:54:00 - Q "What does it mean if Magic and Mami are your guidance counselors?"

In this episode we dive into Jess's story, walking through a chiildhood and earlly adulthood pursuit of everything that she thought would satisfy,, and not finding anything to fill the God-sized longing and hole in her heart. We talk about the perils of growing up, sexual trauma, not fitting in and 'mean girls,' and walking through dry seasons... ultimately resting in and rejoicing in the kindness of God to pursue us endlessly and finally fill the longing of our hearts.Follow : Milk & Honey ---------------------------WORK WITH ME : Get to the Root of Your Health Symptoms & Have a Personalized Protocol made for YOUR body -- Bloodwork Consultsthe supplement that helped clear my skin, decrease inflammation, restore my gut , heal my food allergies & transformed my health:  Reishi Mushroom ‘KING' Coffee Check out my  E-Book! Your Simple, Empowering, & All Encompassing E-Book on Nutrition : SatisfiedMY FAV NON TOX + NON PORE CLOGGING SKINCARE – ‘LINDENHOGAN' for a discount!! : ClearstemShop my Favorite Foundational Supplements & Beauty Products – ShopMy LinkAmazon Storefront — low toxic home products, my groceries, books, body care : Amazon storefrontBodyBio : ‘LINDENMCKAY' DiscountLinden's Instagram : @lindenmckay

Discover the powerful mind-body connection and how unresolved emotions can manifest as physical symptoms. Join Rebecca as she explores healing trauma, chronic pain, and emotional blockages through hypnosis and self-compassion. Learn how your body communicates deep-seated feelings and how you can start your healing journey today. Key topics: Mind-body emotional connections Healing sexual and emotional trauma How unprocessed emotions create physical pain The power of hypnosis in emotional healing Techniques for communicating with your body PLEASE NOTE: This episode includes discussions related to sexual trauma. If this content might feel overwhelming for you, please honor yourself and your feelings. While these topics are not the central focus of the episode, they may arise indirectly in the context of healing and personal growth. Please take care of yourself as you engage with this content.

The week leading up to this episode has been rather strange for me, because it included two potential guest appearances that didn't come together as planned. But that's okay, because it provided the opportunity for me to do something I had been wanting to do for months: a monologue follow-up on Episode 21 from over a year ago. Something else you should know: I'm not one of those hosts who uses the podcast notes to summarize the podcast in an outline format, point by point. I'd rather just give a brief explanation of the topic and then let you listen to the episode for the details. So, there you have it. I hope this episode educates, informs, enlightens, and helps each one of you understand more of the dynamics of the neurological and psychological impacts of rape and sexual assault trauma. And as always, here are some important and meaningful websites I hope you'll take a look at and learn about. Thank you for being a SASS listener. Please subscribe to the show, and please follow the Instagram page of sexualassaultsurvivorstories. It all helps the show grow. Which is what I hope to accomplish to help lessen the prevalence of rape and sexual assault, as well as the prevalence rate of the rape culture that surrounds us all. Thanks again!       #napanews #arcigrey #thrivivors #thejanbrobergfoundation #janbroberg #safeinharmsway #epizonstrategy #intentionallyfearless #thelastimsorry #feelingsmall #sasspodcast #traumainformed #sexualassaultsurvivorstories #traumainformedexpert #sexassaultvictim #survivorsunite #rapevictim #sexualassaultsurvivorstories #podcast #markelconsulting #jessicapridelawfirm #gettraumainformed #safeinharmsway #projectbeloved #saan #irishangel #crimevictimsassistancecenter #coloradoassociationofsexcrimeinvestigators #girlsfightback #outdoordefense #worthfightingfor #thejanbrobergshow #thrivivors #thejanbrobergfoundation

Catch this episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock as Aaron offers hope straight from the Bible for those who have be affected by sexual trauma, coercion or abuse. More Resources: More resources at beachheadmedia.ca Beachhead Media YouTube

In today's episode, Luis talks about the somatic exploration of how porn affects our bodies physically and mentally. Luis breaks down how the somatic experience and the physiology behind porn use are similar to the thrill of drug use. He addresses how compulsive porn use at a young age can impact men's development later in life, and their ability to relate to both themselves and their partners. You can register for November's Addiction Circle here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/events/somatic-addiction-circle-4

*Content Warning: Military Sexual Assault, death, drug use, substance use disorder, suicidal ideation, emotional and physical violence, sexual violence. *Sources:This season, our theme Song U Think U, by Glad Rags. PTSD Coach (by US Dept for Veterans Affairs) https://mobile.va.gov/app/ptsd-coach Beyond MST https://mobile.va.gov/app/beyond-mst *Sources from MST narration: An Overview of Sexual Trauma in the US Military: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6519533/ Veterans' Benefits: https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/USCODE-2011-title38/html/USCODE-2011-title38partII-chap17-subchapII-sec1720D.htm State of the Knowledge of VA Military Sexual Trauma Research: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9481813/ Military Sexual Trauma in Men https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21534094/ Military sexual trauma research: a proposed agenda https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21534099/US Naval Institute on the Latest Military Sexual Assault Report https://news.usni.org/2022/09/01/latest-military-sexual-assault-report-shows-tragic-rise-in-cases-pentagon-officials-say#:~:text=Across%20all%20the%20services%2C%208.4,t o%20use%20than%20older%20versions. Protect Our Defenders https://www.protectourdefenders.com/*Resources:Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Follow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookieboo See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.