Merle Yost

Merle Yost, a psychotherapist specializing in sexual trauma, shares his powerful insights on eroticizing shame and its complex ties to sexual desire. He reflects on his own childhood abuse and how it shaped his understanding of dissociation. The discussion delves into how shame can manifest in BDSM and compulsive behaviors, emphasizing the possibility of reclaiming eroticized experiences as part of healing. Listeners explore ways to recognize healthy versus unhealthy patterns in sexual exploration, making for a deeply impactful conversation.