Ep: 179: Sex & Trauma Expert; Healing Your Sex Life After Trauma, Sexual Liberation & The Queer Experience; Katie Bogan
In this conversation, Keresse and Katie Bogen delve into the complexities of collective trauma, sexual trauma, and the healing process. They explore Katie's personal journey from trauma to sexual liberation, the importance of parental support for queer youth, and the societal norms that contribute to collective trauma. The discussion emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding in parenting, the role of gender in trauma experiences, and the power of joy and pleasure as forms of resistance against societal oppression. They also address the phenomenon of disassociation in trauma survivors and the various triggers that can arise in sexual contexts. In this conversation, Katie Bogen discusses the complexities of navigating sexual experiences, particularly for those with a history of trauma. She emphasizes the importance of practicing presence during intimacy, overcoming sexual shame, and establishing healthy boundaries. The dialogue also touches on the societal pressures women face regarding their sexuality and the need for open conversations about sexual agency. Bogen encourages individuals to embrace their sexual curiosity and advocate for their pleasure, while also addressing the impact of restrictive societal norms on sexual behavior. How to contact Katie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/k.w.bogen/?hl=en https://linktr.ee/Kwbogen Chapters 00:00Introduction to Collective Trauma and Healing 03:03Katie's Journey: From Trauma to Sexual Liberation 06:06The Impact of Parental Support on Queer Youth 08:58Navigating Queerness: A Personal Narrative 11:53Empathy and Understanding in Parenting 15:01Collective Trauma and Societal Norms 18:12The Role of Gender in Trauma Experiences 20:51Reclaiming Joy and Pleasure as Resistance 24:05Disassociation and Sexual Trauma 27:13Understanding Triggers and Responses to Trauma 30:32Navigating Sexual Triggers and Dissociation 33:09Practicing Presence in Sexual Experiences 36:40Understanding and Overcoming Sexual Shame 43:22Establishing Healthy Sexual Boundaries 52:50Reclaiming Sexual Agency in a Restrictive Society 01:00:03Empowering the Younger Self Through Curiosity About the Host: Keresse Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, intuitive empath, and professional Tarot reader. Through the Diary of an Empath podcast, she explores topics like mental health, spirituality, and personal development, aiming to guide listeners on their healing and growth journeys. Stay Connected: • Website: therapeutichealingbyreese.com • Instagram: @keresse • Facebook: Therapeutic Healing by Reese • TikTok: @DiaryofanEmpathPodcast If you like this podcast please leave me a review and rate! For more info on my services such as Tarot readings please visit my website at www.therapeutichealingbyreese.com