Media Interviews

When #MeToo Triggers Painful Memories

Posted on October 28, 2017 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Sexual Abuse Healing

While the #MeToo movement is awesome and bringing much-needed attention to the ubiquitous problem of sexual abuse in our culture, it is also triggering some painful memories for many survivors. If that is the case for you or someone you know Wendy Maltz, author of The Sexual Healing Journey has helped write an informative article for Bottomline Health that gives lots of suggestions for ways to deal with upsetting feelings and and heal from what happened in the past. The article, “When #MeToo Brings Up Painful Memories of Sexual Abuse, Here’s Help” covers questions survivors have such as: whether and how much to disclose about past sex abuse, who to share with, what to do if the past offender is still in your life, when to seek therapy, and more.

Wendy is also featured in a program discussing #MeToo and Sexual Abuse Healing on the “About Health” KPFA Radio show with Dr. Will Courtenay, November 6, 2017. To listen, CLICK HERE FOR KPFA RADIO SHOW LINK

CLICK HERE FOR BOTTOMLINE HEALTH ARTICLE

Photo from Bottom Line Health article

Sexology Podcast – Wendy & Dr. Moali Explore Sexual Healing

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Sexual Abuse Healing

Dr. Nazanin Moali interviewed Wendy for her on the Sexology podcast,“Healing from Sexual Assault with Wendy Maltz LCSW”. Wendy really enjoyed being on the program as Nazanin is such a caring therapist and interviewer. They identify some common myths about sex assault, various impacts of abuse on sex, how to heal, and what it feels like to develop and reclaim healthy sexuality.

To Listen, CLICK HERE

Dr. Nazanin Moali, Ph.D., Sexology Podcast

“Porn Scars” Mental Health podcast Interview

Posted on July 31, 2017 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Porn Problem Recovery, Understanding Sexual Fantasies

Ever wonder how initial and heavy use of pornography can impact mental health? The ability to form loving sexual relationships? Danny Whittaker of the mental health podcast, “My Own Worst Enemy,” discusses these topics and more in a dynamic interview with Wendy Maltz. The interview, “Porn Scars: Afflictions of the Porn Generation” delves into new kinds of problems young men are sharing, the compelling attributes of today’s porn, the importance of developing sex and relationship skill sets, personal growth processes for healing, and even the key to happiness! Candid, penetrating, and lively, it is an interview that identifies and addresses often overlooked repercussions.

Link to the interview here

Danny Whittaker of myownworstenemy.org

Kids’ Brains on Porn, Etelson article

Posted on January 28, 2017 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Porn Problem Recovery

Today’s kids may be getting way more than an eyeful if they stumble upon hardcore porn on the internet according to Erica Etelson, a children’s environmental health activist and mother writing in parents.co. In her new article ,“This Is Your Kids Brain on Porn,” Erica talks about how easy it is for kids to see porn and how harmful it can be to their young minds and developing sexuality. Erica interviews Wendy and several other professionals about the growing problem. The Porn Trap is mentioned.and Erica offers suggestions for how parents can protect their children and help them when viewing does occur.

CLICK HERE to read the article, or go to:
http://www.parent.co/this-is-your-kids-brain-on-porn/

Trump Causing Sex Turn-Off – Huff Post Article

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Sexual Abuse Healing, Uncategorized

In a new article entitled, “Post Election, Survivors of Assault are Struggling to Have Sex Again,” Huffington Post reporter, Catherine Pearson, explores how Trump’s shocking election win has been re-traumatizing sexual abuse survivors and causing sex and intimacy problems. She quotes Wendy Maltz about the phenomenon and mentions The Sexual Healing Journey as a resource. Catherine discusses how Trump’s physical characteristics and his getting away with perpetrating sexual assaults can trigger a BIG TURN-OFF to sex. Survivors may experience Trump’s having been voted into the highest office in the land by others as a betrayal by society and a dismissal of the seriousness of sex abuse. As depressing as it may be, it can be helpful to keep in mind the fact that, regardless of who’s president: We all have the right and power to define and make sex what we want it to be in our own lives and loving relationships.

CLICK HERE to read the article

Wendy on Dear Sugars Radio Show – Pt. 1

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Porn Problem Recovery

Concerned about pornography? Come listen to a dynamic conversation Wendy Maltz LCSW DST, coauthor of The Porn Trap, had on the nationally acclaimed Dear Sugars radio program with Cheryl Strayed (author of Wild) and writer/co-host Steve Almond. This is the first of two episodes in which we spoke (Part One, Episode 79). In this initial part, we respond to a letter from a man trying to evaluate if he has a problem with porn and whether his regular interactions with it could be harming his marriage. Open, frank, and, at times, funny, this program will entertain, enlighten, and inform.

CLICK HERE to access a recording of the show (Part One, Episode 79)

Alanis Morissette and Wendy Talk Love, Sex, and Healing

Posted on February 5, 2016 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Porn Problem Recovery, Sexual Abuse Healing, Uncategorized, Understanding Sexual Fantasies

Singer/Songwriter Alanis Morissette interviewed Wendy Maltz for her “Conversation with Alanis” podcast (Episode 5). It aired on Monday, Feb 8, 2016 and can be accessed at anytime thereafter, at no charge.

In this dynamic, funny, and heartfelt conversation, Alanis and Wendy, reveal much about love, sex, porn issues, sexual healing, fantasies, and more. It is a great interview and really showcases Alanis’ powerful work as a catalyst for personal growth and relationship healing. With this episode, Alanis breaks new ground talking candidly and deeply about sexual issues, and, by example, encouraging others to do the same.

Click here for more information on the podcast episode.

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As prep for her listeners, Alanis posted Wendy’s article “The Porn Trap” (aka “Is Porn Bad for You?”/”Out of the Shadow” on her blog.

Relationship Alive! podcast on Sexual Healing

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Porn Problem Recovery, Sexual Abuse Healing

Are you dealing with the repercussions of past sexual abuse in an intimate relationship? Or concerned about a future relationship? If so, you will find lots of information, insights and advice listening to the engaging interview Wendy Maltz gave for the new podcast show, Relationship Alive! Hosted by Neil Sattin, his podcast is devoted to helping couples improve their relationship and have good sex lives. Wendy’s interview, “Deeper Intimacy Through Sexual Healing,” is pretty comprehensive, covering topics such as: What is sexual abuse and what are the sexual problems it can cause?, What is involved in healing sexual concerns, How to work as a team in sexual healing, and What are the key exercises that can help survivors and their intimate partners reclaim a healthy and enjoyable sexuality. This episode also focused on issues related to pornography and its impact. Wendy’s books, The Sexual Healing Journey, and, The Porn Trap, are discussed.

To listen to the podcast, CLICK HERE

Treating Military Sexual Trauma — New Book!

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Reviews, Sexual Abuse Healing

Psychologist Lori S. Katz has just released an excellent and much-needed book,“Treating Military Sexual Trauma” (Springer Publishing, 2015). It features a chapter on healthy sexual functioning after military sexual trauma (MST) based on an interview Lori did with Wendy Maltz LCSW, DST. The book addresses many aspects of recovery and covers topics such as understanding MST, neurobiology, sleep disorders, substance abuse recovery, body memories, cognitive processes, and the application of various counseling techniques for addressing the concerns of MST survivors. Kudos to Lori for creating such a comprehensive resource!

Treating Military Sexual Trauma by Lori S. Katz

What’s Missing About Sex in Porn

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Wendy Maltz - Media Interviews, Porn Problem Recovery

Nic DiDomizio, a Mic.com sex & relationship columnist, discusses some important drawbacks of watching today’s pornography in his article entitled, “One Tweet Sums Up What’s Missing About Sex When We Watch Porn”. The article was inspired by a tweet by a man named Kristian who tweeted: “Is there any gay porn where they go out on a date, fall madly in love w each other, have passionate sex, and cuddle at the end?” In his article, Nic shares how pornography emphasizes body parts and stimulation and ignores the emotional and partner-oriented dimensions of sex that contribute to sexual satisfaction in relationships. Consequently, porn may handicap people who are raised and rely on it as a sexual outlet. Nic interviews Wendy, mentions The Porn Trap and let’s readers know that there is a way to make up for lost learning.

Nicolas DiDomizio for Mic.com

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