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EPISODE · Jun 4, 2026 · 1H 12M

Grief and Sexuality: A Conversation with Patricia Rich

from Getting Real with Grief · host Randi of Realness Rising

How does loss shape our experience of intimacy? Randi sits down with IFS (Internal Family Systems) & sexuality expert Patricia Rich to explore the often unspoken ways grief can affect desire, touch, relationships, and connections to ourselves. Together, they discuss sex and intimacy after the loss of a partner, changes in bodily function or sensation, and how to navigate periods when connection feels difficult or out of reach. Tune into this thoughtful conversation about finding your way through loss while remaining open to connection.Patricia Rich, LCSW, CST-S (she/her) is a Certified IFS Therapist and Approved Consultant, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor, and originator of a unique integrative model for Self-Led Sexuality. She offers training internationally, provides consultation to professionals and hosts “Self-Led in Bed: An IFS & Sexuality Podcast.Listen to Self-Led in Bed: An iFS & Sexuality PodcastFollow Patricia on InstagramJoin the Self-Led Sexuality Free Facebook Community:Sign up for Patricia’s email list and get the free The Six S's of Sexual Self-Energy Infographic

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