THERAPY TALK: Body image, sexuality, anxiety, parenting + finding a therapist with Dr Erica Kanewishcher

Even as adults, we are still vulnerable to the myths and misinformation perpetuated by society about body image and sexuality.

The added medium of social media only further challenges the way women and young people view themselves. It seems that only people who look a certain way are allowed to feel sexual, and enjoy sexual interactions.

In today’s episode, I am talking to Erica Kanewishcher, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years of experience who also teaches human sexuality to college undergrads.

During our conversation, Erica shares how the biggest myth women believe is that we must look a certain way to feel sexually valued. She discusses why it’s important to have a wider definition of sex, what mindset traps you need to avoid in order to have a more positive sexual experience, and how what we are exposed to at a young age informs our expectations of sex and sexual value as we get older.

In this episode, we cover:

• Erica shares some of the myths women are believing about sexuality and body image these days [6:02]
• Signs you are stuck in a negative mindset trap of sexual myths and misinformation and where it comes from  [9:13]
• When you avoid embracing intimate encounters you lose out on powerful emotional connections. What can you do to enjoy the moments moving forward? [14:08]
• Erica shares some tools and books she recommends to learn more about the subject of positive sexual interactions [19:25]
• The effect of anxiety on parenting and families during the pandemic. How can you manage it? [21:58]
• Where to start when it comes to finding a therapist [26:59]

Resources mentioned:
“Come as you are” by Emily Nagoski
Where to start to find a therapist

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