Dr. Holly Richmond is a prominent somatic psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, speaker, author, and Associate Director of Modern Sex Therapy Institutes, where she helps train the next generation of sex therapists. She specializes in trauma recovery, relationships, sexuality, nervous system regulation, and has spent nearly two decades helping people reconnect with their bodies and pleasure.

In today’s episode, Holly joins me to discuss the connection between trauma, burnout, stress, sexuality, and nervous system health. She explains why so many women feel disconnected from themselves, their desire, and their pleasure.

We dive into the hidden effects of chronic stress, pushing yourself too hard, and the factors that cause the body to forcibly shut down.

Holly explains somatic psychology and why traditional talk therapy is sometimes not enough for healing trauma. She breaks down how the mind and nervous system respond to stress, how trauma impacts sexuality and intimacy, and the most common periods when women often lose sexual desire.

Our conversation also covers female pleasure, orgasm, sexual shame, and the unrealistic expectations many women develop around sex and relationships. Holly shares how women can reconnect with their bodies, understand their own sexual template, and create healthier sex lives.

Join us today as we discuss the connection between trauma, burnout, and sexual desire, nervous system regulation, individual therapy versus couples therapy, rebuilding intimacy, listening to your body, and creating more fulfilling intimacy.

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