Sex, Power, and Abuse: Why Refusing Intimacy Isn’t Punishment

Join licensed trauma therapist Tabitha Westbrook as she breaks down the myths and realities of women’s sexual desires, intimacy challenges, and power dynamics within destructive relationships. In this episode of Hey Tabi, you’ll hear:Why Sexual Refusal Isn’t Punishment but a boundary-setting measureThe Effects of Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control on marital intimacyCommon Myths and Harmful Beliefs about women’s sexuality in faith contextsThe Role of Self-Care and Respect in healthy intimacyPractical Steps toward emotional safety, healing, and rebuilding trustBy examining Christian faith through a lens of trauma-informed care, Tabitha offers a message of hope and empowerment for anyone navigating abuse and coercive control. Tune in for crucial insights on recognizing unhealthy patterns and fostering genuine, respectful connections.Keywords: Sex and Power, Intimacy Issues, Christian Faith, Domestic Abuse, Coercive Control, Women’s Sexual Desires, Trauma Therapist, Marital Boundaries, Healthy Relationships, Hey Tabi Podcast#SexualRefusal #DomesticAbuse #CoerciveControl #ChristianFaith #HeyTabi #BoundariesWanna say hi? Send a text!👍 If this episode resonated with you, please like, subscribe, and share to help others who need this information!📖 Order Body & Soul, Healed & Whole: An Invitational Guide to Healthy Sexuality After Trauma, Abuse, and Coercive ControlWanna support Hey Tabi? Buy me a coffee here - https://buymeacoffee.com/heytabi📩 Connect with Tabitha & The Journey and The Process:💻 Tabitha's Website - www.tabithawestbrook.com📲 Tabitha's Instagram - www.instagram.com/tabithathecounselor🎙️ Podcast Homepage - https://heytabi.buzzsprout.com💻 The Journey & The Process Website - www.thejourneyandtheprocess.comSubscribe to our YouTube Channel & watch podcast episodes there🚨 Disclaimer: This podcast is not therapy and is intended for educational purposes only. If you're in crisis or need therapy, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional.Need to know how to find a great therapist? Read this blog post here.