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Ep. 113 Reclaiming Intimacy: Navigating Sex After Sexual Assault
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Empowering Healing: Trauma, Therapy, and Sexual Assault with Laurel Roberts Meese
In this episode of ‘Ask a Sex Therapist,’ the host welcomes Laurel Roberts Meese, a licensed therapist with extensive experience in trauma and sexual assault. Laurel discusses the fundamental understandings of sexual assault, emphasizing that it is about power rather than sex. They explore the normal reactions to traumatic experiences, the importance of setting and reinforcing boundaries, and the role of tools such as EMDR and sensate focus in healing. Alongside practical advice for partners of survivors, Laurel highlights the significance of radical self-compassion in the healing process. Listeners are provided with resources and insights to navigate the complex journey of trauma recovery.
00:00 Introduction to the Episode
00:10 Meet Laurel Roberts Meese
01:18 The Importance of Credentials and Fun
03:01 Understanding Sexual Assault
05:39 Defining Sexual Assault
08:56 The Emotional Impact of Assault
14:17 Trauma and the Body
18:23 Supporting a Partner Through Healing
25:42 Addressing Male Sexual Assault
26:51 Victim Mindset and Healing
27:42 Journey from Victim to Survivor
28:20 Empowerment Through Boundaries
36:06 The Importance of Self-Compassion
39:58 Sensate Focus for Intimacy
42:20 Connecting with Laurel Therapy
43:54 Final Thoughts on Healing
Laurel Robert Meese’s INFO:
Laurel’s website: https://www.laureltherapy.net/
Trauma informed Yoga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtrxXhwgHkw
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