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Understanding Sexual Shame and How Therapy Can Help You Break Free from It

Understanding Sexual Shame and How Therapy Can Help You Break Free from It

By Gabriela in Intimacy & Sexual Wellness on

Sex can require sheer vulnerability, and when we open ourselves up to that type of vulnerability, it has the power to create connection, pleasure, confidence, and intimacy. But for many people, it can also stir up something much heavier. Feelings of shame can make it feel like there’s something wrong with you or that you’re somehow not enough (you are!). …

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Does Trauma Affect Relationships?

By Gabriela in Blog on

Trauma affects not only the survivor with PTSD but also their close family relationships or friendships. The symptoms of PTSD can cause problems with trust, closeness, communication, and problem solving. In the first weeks and months following a trauma, survivors may feel angry, detached, tense or worried in their relationships. In time, most are able to resume their prior level …

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