EP370 - Sexual Authenticity: Bridging Faith and Intimacy with Natasha Helfer
Sexology23 Jan 2024

EP370 - Sexual Authenticity: Bridging Faith and Intimacy with Natasha Helfer

Welcome to episode 370 of Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to be speaking with Natasha Helfer. In today's episode, we discuss the negative impact of sexual shame often fostered in religious societies, touching on topics such as: religious trauma, community expectations on sexual behavior and the shunning of self-determination.

Natasha Helfer is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist with over 20 years of experience in treating individuals, couples, and families. She creates an approachable and safe space, often using humor, for discussing sensitive topics. Helfer specializes in assisting clients with interpersonal relationships, sexual development, and navigating religious or spiritual journeys. She is adept at supporting individuals whether they choose to remain in or leave their faith communities, respecting all religious choices.

Helfer is a seasoned speaker, presenting at national and professional conferences, universities, and hosting retreats, training, and workshops. She has a broad experience working with thousands of clients in both private practice and agency settings and is open to speaking engagements. She advocates for sexual health in marginalized populations, including LGBTQ+, religious minorities, and women, and works to de-stigmatize sexual lifestyle choices influenced by cultural, personal, or religious biases.

She offers both in-office and online therapy, coaching, and consultation services to a diverse clientele, including national and international clients. Helfer is also available for training and consultation with ecclesiastical leaders and mental health professionals on specific cases.

Additionally, Helfer serves as a supervisor for AASECT, guiding professionals seeking AASECT certification.

In this episode you will hear:

  • The Role of Fear and Guilt in Sexual Behavior
  • Understanding the Impact of Cultural and Religious Messages on Sexuality
  • Exploring the Spectrum of Religion and Sexuality
  • The Misconceptions and Myths Surrounding Sexuality
  • Creativity in Sexual Pleasure
  • The Role of Fantasy in Sexuality
  • How Fear and Guilt impact Sexual Behavior
  • Understanding the Impact of Sexual Shame on Mental Health
  • The importance of Education in Sexual Safety

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Episode 01: Sexuality and Mindfulness

Episode 01: Sexuality and Mindfulness

Welcome to episode 01 of the Sexology Podcast, today my guest is Dr Albert Wong. Dr Albert Wong is Marshall Scholar educated at Princeton and Oxford and has received extensive training in couple’s therapy from some of the nation’s leading relationship experts. In the 1990s, he served as residential staff at the Esalen Institute for five years and has been featured on PBS, in Time Magazine, and the book The American Soul Rush. His work has been published in titles ranging from the scientific journal Biological Cybernetics to the book anthology Radical Spirit. One of his film projects, Step One Breathe, was named Best Drama at the Maryville Film Festival. He recently presented a workshop at the International Conference of the Association for the Advancement of Gestalt Therapy entitled Many Dances, One Rhythm: A Somatic Exploration of Gestalt-Based Movement Practices.   In this episode, you will hear: Listening with “the full being” and “the full body” The effects of mindfulness training and body awareness Living in the present moment Creating a safety net with a partner by learning to accept situations How the goal of mindfulness is to let go of goals Being more mindful whilst intimate Creating awareness with your partner, eye gazing Creating open minded communication Planning sex with your partner Dealing with shame and negative emotions Viewing shame as part of the experience How sex is a whole-body experience Reaching out to people we feel safe with when dealing with shame   Resources   http://www.dralbertwong.com Phone - 415.545.8899     Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10 Jan 201730min

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