Dr. Adriana Popescu

Kaleidoscope of Possibilities

Dr. Adriana Popescu

  • EP 108 – Exploring Intimacy and Healing with Gary Katz

EP 108 – Exploring Intimacy and Healing with Gary Katz

Saturday 8th March 2025

Explore how trauma impacts intimacy and relationships with Gary Katz and Dr. Adriana Popescu in this enlightening episode of Kaleidoscope of Possibilities.
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Kaleidoscope of Possibilities
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Dr. Adriana Popescu
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Holistic Health Innovations
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Healing Intimacy: Insights with Gary Katz

Episode Overview

  • Trauma can significantly impact one's ability to form intimate relationships.
  • Intimacy is more than just physical connection; it's about being seen and understood.
  • Healing from betrayal trauma is essential for future healthy relationships.
  • Personal experiences often shape professional paths in mental health fields.
  • Practical tips for fostering true intimacy include self-awareness and vulnerability.
Without a sense of intimacy with oneself, people can't fully experience intimacy with someone else
How do our early experiences shape our intimate relationships? In this episode of Kaleidoscope of Possibilities, Dr. Adriana Popescu chats with Gary Katz, psychotherapist and founder of the Center for Intimacy Recovery in New York. They dive into the impact of trauma on intimacy, exploring how emotional wounds can hinder our ability to connect with ourselves and others.
Gary shares his unique journey from working as a rabbi to becoming a psychotherapist, and how his personal experiences have influenced his professional path. He discusses the common misconceptions about intimacy, explaining that it’s more than just physical connection – it’s about being truly seen and understood by another person. Gary also touches on the role of betrayal trauma and how it affects our future relationships.
If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so hard to form deep connections or how you can heal from past hurts, this episode is a must-listen. You’ll gain valuable insights into the healing process and learn practical tips for fostering true intimacy in your life.