Exploring Intimacy, Therapy, and Insight with Raquel Perez (Part 2)

This episode of The Blind Chick continues the conversation with Raquel Perez, a licensed couples and sex therapist, focusing on the intersection of intimacy, mental health, and personal growth. Raquel shares insights into therapy approaches, including ketamine-assisted therapy, and discusses the significance of creating a safe space for exploration and self-awareness. The hosts, Penn and Moses, reflect on their personal experiences with therapy and the role of curiosity in overcoming societal taboos surrounding sex, drugs, and vision loss. Raquel emphasizes the importance of addressing trauma, fostering open dialogue, and finding safety to explore one's inner world.

Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Introduction and content warning by Jonathan Price
02:19 – Understanding lived experiences and their impact on intimacy
04:30 – Normalizing discussions about sex and relationships through humor
06:50 – Raquel’s unique approach to couples and sex therapy
09:12 – Ketamine therapy: Process, benefits, and misconceptions
13:42 – Addressing societal stigmas surrounding drugs and therapy
16:09 – Drawing parallels between taboo topics like sex and drug use
18:31 – Importance of breaking the secrecy surrounding vision loss
20:52 – The role of curiosity and open conversations in healing
23:09 – How to contact Raquel Perez and her therapy modalities
25:14 – Final thoughts: Embracing curiosity, insight, and self-awareness

Contact Information:
Raquel Perez
Website: www.intimacounseling.com
Email: [e-mail]
Social Media: @RaquelPerez.Intima (YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok)

Have questions for Raquel Perez or the hosts? Email us at [e-mail] or call [phone]. Don’t forget to tune in next week for more insightful discussions!