Essential Components for a Psycho-educational Approach to Sexual Recovery
- Basics of sexuality;
- Self-affirmation & positive body image;
- Understanding triggers associated with trauma and sexuality; (somatic, emotional, sensory);
- Clarifying sexuality with drug linked behaviors;
- Exploring past sexual trauma and impact on past and current ways of coping;
- PTSS - what it is and common physical, emotional, and cognitive reactions;
- Information on the impact of alcohol and drugs on sexual functioning;
- Communication skills - se-efficacy,self boundaries, assertiveness, negotiation and delay skills;
- Safety Planning - self- soothing strategies;
- Ways to build emotional intimacy and healthy relationships;
- When applicable - intimacy and sobriety plan with partner to cope with sexual trauma triggers.