Sex and the Bull City

In this powerful episode of Queen City Healthy Sex and Relationships, Dr. Sophia sits down with Lisa and Andrew Reichel, founders of Room to Heal—a recovery residence supporting men struggling with porn, sex, and love addiction, as well as their partners and families. They share their raw, inspiring story of betrayal, heartbreak, and healing—and how their personal journey led to the creation of a space where others can experience deep recovery and transformation. This is a must-listen for anyone navigating intimacy challenges, relationship trauma, or the journey of healing from addiction.

In this courageous and deeply personal episode, Dr. Sophia sits down with her very first Charlotte client, Will — a young man in recovery from sex addiction. Together, they discuss the realities of early exposure to pornography, the shame and stigma surrounding SAA (Sex Addicts Anonymous), and how recovery and community can offer hope and healing.Will opens up about his darkest moments, including his arrest, suicidal ideation, and the life-changing decision to seek help. This is a raw and vital conversation about accountability, addiction, and the power of second chances.Whether you're struggling yourself, love someone who is, or want to better understand the complexities of sex addiction, this episode offers both insight and inspiration.

In this episode, Dr. Sophia takes us on a deep and compassionate dive into the real world of sex therapy—what it is, what it definitely isn't, and why it's so important for individuals and couples alike. 💬🚫 No, sex therapy is not what pop culture often portrays it as.💡 Yes, it’s about emotional connection, communication, healing, and rediscovering intimacy.Dr. Sophia shares real-life case examples, explores common misconceptions, and discusses how trauma, shame, culture, and relationship dynamics all impact our sexuality.This episode is perfect for:People curious about therapyCouples looking to reconnectIndividuals working through sexual traumaAnyone seeking a more authentic, pleasurable sex lifeTopics covered include:The true goals of sex therapyEmotional intimacy vs. physical intimacyHow sex therapy helps with trauma and shameHealing from religious or cultural sexual repressionUnderstanding sexual developmentPornography’s impact on sexualityDeepening connection in long-term relationships🎧 Available as a video podcast, now recorded over Zoom!🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment if this resonated with you or if you have questions you’d like Dr. Sophia to explore in future episodes.

In this episode, Dr. Sophia dives into some of the most common questions she’s asked as a therapist and sex addiction specialist. Whether it’s at a dinner party or during a consultation, people often wonder: What is sex addiction? How does sex therapy differ from regular therapy? Do I need a therapist or a coach? Drawing from her professional expertise and personal recovery journey through Al-Anon, CoDA, SAA, and ACA, Dr. Sophia shares candid insights about the misconceptions, challenges, and transformative potential of therapy. She also discusses her own experiences as both a therapist and a therapy client, emphasizing the value of self-awareness and doing the deep, root-cause work to foster growth and healing. Tune in to gain clarity on these important topics and explore how therapy can be a powerful tool for navigating relationships, intimacy, and personal recovery.

In this episode of the Queen City Healthy Sex Podcast, Dr. Sophia, a seasoned psychotherapist with 25 years of experience, reintroduces herself and discusses her new practice in Charlotte as part of the Queen City Podcast Network. Dr. Sophia delves into sex therapy, sex addiction, love addiction, codependency, trauma, and the crucial role of intimacy and connection in relationships. She emphasizes the impact of early childhood attachment issues on adult relationships and the importance of deep-rooted therapy for individual and couples' healing. The episode highlights the distinctions between sex therapy and sex addiction therapy, the value of personal work for attracting healthier relationships, and responsible sexual health.

In this episode, Dr. Sophia sits down with Alex LeBrec host of The Charlotte Dating Podcast, for a candid conversation about dating trends, relationship dynamics, and navigating the dating world in Charlotte. Alex shares her journey of launching a dating podcast focused on intentional dating and how her personal experiences inspired the show. From dating apps to real-life encounters, Dr. Sophia and Alex dive into the ups and downs of modern dating, addressing topics like dating burnout, intentional connection, and overcoming rejection. Join them as they explore how dating can be fun yet meaningful, the importance of finding the right match, and why rejection isn't a reflection of your worth. Whether you're single, in a relationship, or navigating the dating scene, this episode offers insights and encouragement for building healthy, intentional relationships.

Dr. Sophia and Dr. Francis Joy Discuss Codependency

Negotiation, kinks and fetishes, relationship structure, knowing your own needs and how to advocate for them, exploring kink.

Our clients who struggle with addiction or infidelity or are in a relationship with someone who struggles often wrestle with the concept of forgiveness. The concept is a lot more complicated than most people talk about. In this podcast, Marcus Walton and Celynd Malone explore the concept, ways that forgiveness can be oversimplified, forced, misunderstood, even weaponized. We do our own wrestling to understand our values and experiences, and wonder aloud at ways we can view forgiveness in all its complexity.

Jeff Schaeffer (MDiv, CSAT, MA, LCMHC) and Celynd Malone (CSAT Candidate, LCMHCA) talk about ADHD and Sex Addiction

In this episode, Celynd and Dr. Sophia discuss gender diversity and parenting.

MaRay Crockett (LMFTA) and Celynd Malone talk about what to expect from couples therapy.

Marcus and Celynd wrap up their series on Purity Culture by talking about how it impacts our understanding of healthy relationships. They also discuss what they think makes for a healthy relationship.

Aura LaBarre (LCMHC) and Celynd Malone (LCMHCA) discuss betrayal trauma and its impact on partners.

Celynd Malone and Marcus Walton discuss purity culture in part 2 on the topic.

For those of a certain age raised in evangelical Christian circles, the expectation of abstinence from sex, modesty, and strict gender roles is all too familiar. This is a conversation around purity culture and its effects on those of us who lived it.

Celynd and Tempe are both associates at Bull City Psychotherapy. They discuss platonic intimacy, how to build it, and barriers to it, in this episode of Sex and the Bull City.

Dr. Sophia and Caroline discuss the co occurring addictions of sex addiction and eating disorders and the new programs at Bull City Psychotherapy.

Dr. Sophia and Tempe discuss Tempe’s assets and offerings as a therapist.

I’m this episode, Dr. Sophia and Celynd discuss creating an effective recovery plan for the holiday season.

In this episode, Dr. Sophia & associate, Celynd Malone, discuss the emotional consequences of isolation during Covid.

In this episode, Dr.Sophia &Associates discuss various effective modalities for EMDR via Zoom teletherapy.

I’m this episode of Sex and the Bill City, Dr. Sophia and MaRay Crockett discuss MaRay’s expertise as an EMDR trauma therapist as well as Marriage and Family Therapist.

I’m this episode of Sex and the Bill City, Dr. Sophia chats w Lee Lyttle about his memoir and recovery.

This episode introduces Cat Salemi and also discusses the importance of working with a specialty trained therapist if you are questioning your gender identity and/or ID as Trans

In this episode, Dr. Sophia and Emily discuss the various relationships themes of the first season of And Just Like That. Find Dr. Sophia on IG @sessionswithdrsophia & Emily @sessionswithemily & @bullcitypsychotherapy

In this episode of Sex in the Bill City, Dr. Sophia and her client, Rob, discuss the difference between recovery and sobriety.

In this episode, Dr. Sophia and her client, Rob, share an authentic 9th step amends letter to porn models and actors. They also discuss sex addiction, recovery, and the deep meaning of this amends letter for Rob, and what he intends for his living amends.

Tim Alwran and Dr. Sophia discuss our thoughts and feelings and how much control we have.

In this episode Dr. Caudle is interviewed by Tim Alwran on his podcast Tim Talk.

Dr. Sophia and her dear friend, Minnie Forte-Brown record a very real and honest conversation about systemic racism and the Black Lives Matter movement.

Dr. Marilyn Volker explains her original work of 8 types of Intimacy.

In this episode, Dr. Sophia & Alison Sanderson discuss how couples can move through the closeness of being home bound during the Covid crisis.

In this episode, Jeff and Dr. Sophia discuss various ways we can practice or begin our spiritual journey while being at home due to physical distancing.

Dr. Sophia and Alison Sanderson have a relaxed conversation about how to consciously connect during the Coronavirus crisis.

Bull City Psych’s newest associate, Ashley Parks, chats with Dr. Sophia about her work with trauma, sexual violence, & LGBTQ+ clients, and in the context of teletherapy due to Covid 19

Kelly McDaniel discusses her concept of Mother Hunger, which is an early attachment trauma.

In this episode Dr. Sophia chats with the expert therapists in the new Apex office, Alison Sanderson and Jeff Shaeffer.

Dr. McEwen discusses Ketamine to treat depression.

Dr. Sophia interviews her life mentor, Hedy Schleifer, founder of Encounter Centered Couples Transformation 

Kim Shackleford, NTP, GAPS Practitioner, discusses how what we eat effects our mood and chronic conditions.

This episode discusses the concept of Codependency and how it can present in relationships.

Dr. Sophia and Matt discuss several ways to enhance intimacy in the coupleship.

Matt and Dr. Sophia discuss how couples can create individual boundaries with the intention of getting closer as healthy adults.

This episode discusses different types of intimacy and possible barriers.

Introductory discussion about sex positivity

EMDR is a life-changing therapy that is best known for treating trauma. It can also help you improve a wide variety of situations in your life. If you’re feeling stuck or other strategies have been ineffective it might be time to give EMDR a try!

This episode introduces ambiguous grief and how it is processed with a couple who is recovering from sex addiction.

The conclusion of part 1

This episode discusses if relationships can survive the trauma and destruction of sex addiction, s well as how the work may occur.