Breaking the Silence: Therapist Anna Kingsley on Addiction and Intimacy
Episode Overview
Normalising the challenges of addiction and intimacy can help reduce shame. Self-compassion is crucial in the recovery process. Addressing substance abuse can improve relationship dynamics. Therapy provides a safe space to explore and heal underlying issues. Open communication is key to overcoming intimacy-related anxieties.
We need to just normalise it. This happens so often, and the fact that it is not spoken about is the thing that makes it a problem.
In this episode of the SET FREE SISTERHOOD podcast, host Michelle Porterfield engages in a deep and heartfelt conversation with therapist Anna Kingsley. Anna brings her wealth of experience as a psychotherapist to the table, discussing the often unspoken challenges that come with addiction, intimacy, and relationships. With a focus on normalising these struggles, Anna offers practical advice and insights on how to break the cycle of shame and silence that many face.
She shares her journey from being a journalist in New York to becoming a therapist in London, highlighting the pivotal moments that led her to specialise in addiction therapy. The episode covers a range of topics, including the impact of substance abuse on relationships, the anxiety around intimacy without alcohol, and the importance of self-compassion. Anna's candid discussion is both enlightening and comforting, making it clear that these issues are more common than we might think.
Whether you're struggling with alcohol, dealing with relationship difficulties, or seeking deeper intimacy, this episode offers valuable guidance and support. Tune in to hear Anna's story and learn how to create healthier, more fulfilling connections in your life.