Episode 20: Patricia Rich

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Written By Ailey Jolie

24/10/2024

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Join Ailey Jolie and Patricia Rich, a Certified IFS Therapist, Approved Consultant and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor, for this episode of In This Body. Ailey and Patricia explore the intersection of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, somatics, and sexuality. The episode introduces Patricia's 'Self-Led Sexuality' model, emphasizing the six S's of sexual self-energy: safe, sensual, spacious, sensitive, steamy, and satisfied. Key topics include overcoming shame, integrating diverse sexualities, and addressing sexual trauma through body connection and embodiment practices. They discuss the importance of consent, hope, and self-compassion in therapy, with practical insight into helping clients reconnect with their bodies. The conversation also touches on helping therapists integrate their sexuality and internal systems. Overall, the episode offers a blend of personal journeys, therapeutic techniques, and the significance of social justice in sexual healing. We hope you enjoy the episode. 

About In This Body: Conversations with leading experts about the importance of embodiment in living an authentic life. In This Body asks the important questions: How does connecting to your body change your life? How will connecting to your body allow you to love better and live more authentically? And how does connecting to your body change the trajectory of our shared world?

In this episode:  

  • 00:00 Introduction to 'In This Body' Podcast

  • 01:02 Meet Patricia Rich: Expert in Sex Therapy and IFS

  • 03:06 Patricia's Journey into Sexuality and Therapy

  • 06:01 Understanding Internal Family Systems (IFS)

  • 10:59 Integrating IFS with Sex Therapy

  • 18:13 The Self-Led Sexuality Model

  • 31:56 Supporting Therapists in Sexuality Work

  • 37:01 Addressing Sexual Trauma with IFS

  • 51:36 Final Thoughts and Resources

  • 56:04 Introduction to the Podcast

  • 57:50 Meet Patricia Rich: Expert in Sex Therapy and IFS

  • 59:53 Patricia's Journey into Sexuality and Therapy

  • 01:02:49 Understanding Internal Family Systems (IFS)

  • 01:07:47 Integrating IFS with Sex Therapy

  • 01:15:05 The Six S's of Sexual Self Energy

  • 01:33:49 Addressing Sexual Trauma with IFS

  • 48:38 Final Thoughts and Resources

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