Somatic Sex Therapy

Here are a collection of articles for women about somatic sex therapy, which can heal and reconnect to your body and sexuality, especially after emotional or sexual trauma or difficult relationships with men.

Woman noticing hands as part of a Wheel of Consent exercise

The Wheel of Consent: Discovering What You Want

Going along with things you don't really want. Not knowing what to ask for. Guilt about pleasure. These patterns are connected, and two surprisingly simple questions can help you see why.

Recognising Trustworthy Men

Recognising Trustworthy Men: A Guide for Women Healing from Trauma

Many women feel wary about trusting men after difficult relationships - it's a natural protective response. This practical guide helps you move beyond simply being protective to developing confidence in your ability to recognise trustworthy behaviour and spot warning signs.

Healing Journey

Healing Through Tantric Bodywork: In Her Own Words

What's it like to go on a journey of healing from trauma, using Tantric Bodywork? Read a client’s own words about her experiences.

Woman researching how to choose a sexuality professional on her laptop at home

How to Choose a Sexuality Professional: Questions to Ask and Warning Signs

Choosing someone to work with on sexuality and intimacy is a big decision. This practical guide covers the questions to ask any practitioner about qualifications, how they work, safety and boundaries, and the warning signs that tell you to walk away.

Discover what you really want

Discovering What You Really Want

Knowing what you really want is the key to setting boundaries, discovering who you are and getting the wonderful, erotic life you desire. Here's a practical exercise to connect to your body and intuition to discover what you really want.

Healing Trauma with Inner Wisdom and Metaphor

Resolving trauma with inner wisdom and metaphor

When you have complex, painful experiences that seem impossible to escape, is there a way forward without re-experiencing the pain?
The answers might be in your own inner world of symbols and metaphor.