This episode discusses sex therapy, compulsive sexual behaviours, relationship dynamics, monogamy, conversion therapy, sex education, and pornography.
This episode of A Bunch of Therapists is proudly sponsored by The Awareness Centre, a leading counselling and psychotherapy practice in London with over 300 therapists, offering therapy both in person and online. With a range of fee options designed to make support more accessible, no GP referral needed, no waiting list, and appointments available seven days a week. Visit https://https://theawarenesscentre.com/ to find the right therapist for you.
🎧 Join us for a refreshing and insightful conversation with sex and relationships therapist and author Silva Neves as he shares his transformative approach to understanding compulsive sexual behaviours through psychotherapy rather than addiction frameworks.
This honest discussion explores how childhood experiences shape adult patterns, and why compassion and non-judgment are essential when working with complex relationship and sexual issues.
Hosted by:
Michaela McCarthy (Founder of The Awareness Centre, The Awareness Centre Training School, and Creator and Host of A Bunch of Therapists Podcast. Senior BACP Accredited Psychotherapist and Influential Leader) and Dipti Solanki (Therapist, Coach and Consultant, Mental Health Trainer and Founder of Grief Matters 4 All CIC).
In this compelling episode, Silva openly shares:
• His radical approach to treating compulsive sexual behaviours
• Why addiction frameworks don't fit sexual behaviour patterns
• Using psychotherapy to understand root causes formed in childhood
• The stories behind compulsive behaviours
• His perspective on monogamy
• Thoughts on conversion therapy
• Sex education and its impact
• The role of pornography in relationships
• Working with clients with compassion and non-judgment
This essential conversation offers valuable insights for anyone interested in sex therapy, relationship dynamics, or understanding compulsive behaviours from a psychological perspective.
Key Topics Discussed:
• Compulsive sexual behaviours and psychological roots
• Childhood experiences shaping adult patterns
• Moving beyond addiction models in sex therapy
• Monogamy and relationship structures
• Conversion therapy and its implications
• Sex education and awareness
• Pornography and relationships
• Compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic approaches
• Understanding clients' stories and experiences
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