S2E4: Why therapists must talk about sex | with Lu Cook

Do you routinely ask your clients about their sex lives?In this episode, Dr. Natalie Stott interviews psychosexual and relationship therapist Lu Cook. They delve into the intricacies of discussing psychosexual wellbeing in therapy, emphasising its importance across various contexts. Lu shares insights on overcoming sex-related taboos, understanding the impact of medication on libido, and practical tips for broaching these conversations with clients confidently and compassionately. If you want to build your confidence in having these kinds of conversations then this is the episode for you.Highlights include:02:20 - The importance of routinely asking about sex in therapy.04:11 - Medication and sexual function.20:04 - Practical ways to approach conversations about sex with clientsGuest Information:Lu Cook's website Follow Lu Cook on Instagram @afterinloveResources mentioned:Emily Nagoski's book "Come as You Are"Podcast: Come as You Are by Emily NagoskiPodcast: Sex and Psychology by Justin LehmillerPodcast: Sexual Wellness Sessions by Kate MoyleCollege of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (COSRT)Book: "Gender, Sexual, Erotic, and Relationship Diversity" by Meg-John Barker** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.comTo recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guestFor private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com*****Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channelFollow Mastering therapy on instagramConnect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedInDisclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals. Mentioned in this episode:LIVE WEBINAR: HEIDI HEALTH WALKTHROUGH pend 1 hour learning how to maximise Heidi Health and save 5 hours a week on admin. I am delivering a 70 minute webinar walkthrough on how to use Heidi health specifically for therapists ( creating templates and formulations etc). This will be a “how to” webinar. Join the live event on FRIDAY April 25th 0930 or watch it when you can afterwards. This webinar is for you if: - You are unconfident in the idea of embracing AI and are done with being overloaded with admin. - You have not used HEIDI, but are thinking about it and want to know what it can offer - You are already using HEIDI and want to know you are maximising the features -You want to learn how to build custom templates for your notes but it feels overwhelming https://webinar.masteringtherapy.com/products/live_events/MasteringTherapyAIMASTERING THERAPY WORKSHOPSGet your name on the list to be the first to hear when these workshops go live! https://www.masteringtherapy.com/workshopsGuide