Welcome to the Spring edition of Westside Notes.

I’m thrilled to announce the recent release of The It’s Not About the Sex Workbook: Moving from Isolation to Intimacy After Sexual Compulsivity (Routledge Press, 2024). It’s been quite a road to develop this companion workbook and I look forward to seeing many of you at one of my upcoming book launch celebrations. There will be a short presentation, book signing and snacks. (No RSVP necessary)

Saturday April 6, 2pm
Trauma and Beyond Psychological Center.

14156 Magnolia Blvd, Suite 101, Sherman Oaks.

Friday May 17, 2pm
Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center.

681 Venice Blvd, Venice.

New Men’s Process Group Now Forming

Did you know that men’s therapy groups are some of the most underutilized and cost-effective forms of support for men? After more than 30 years of leading men’s groups, I’ve witnessed the tremendous learning and growing week in and week out. By popular demand, I’m now forming another in-person Men’s Interpersonal Process Group on Mondays from 4:30-5:45pm. Fee is $100 per session and the group meets on 33rd & Ocean Park in Santa Monica. I would be happy to consult with you about anyone who might benefit. Contact me at (310) 281-8681 or andrew@westsidetherapist.com for more details.

It’s Not About the Sex Podcast

After more than 100 episodes, we recently surpassed 20,000 downloads! This has been a passion project of ours since 2019 when my podcast producer and close friend Sue Merlino encouraged me to create this virtual space. Please check it out (or continue to listen) and help support getting the word out to friends and colleagues. Here are some of our recent podcast episodes:

  • Consensual Non-monogamy, Mel McCracken
  • Visioning 2024, Susskind
  • The Overcontrolled Temperament, Dr. Tom Murray
  • Lovingkindness Guided Meditation, Susskind
  • Virtual Book Launch, Susskind and Merlino

Upcoming Appearances

As we continue to navigate the ongoing challenges in the world, I look forward to crossing paths with many of you and would love to see you at one of the book launch celebrations!

Gratefully,

Andrew

March 2024, Vol. 18, Issue 57


In This Issue:

  • Book Launch Celebrations
  • New Men’s Group Forming
  • It’s Not About the Sex Podcast
  • Upcoming Appearances

Order Andrew’s Recent Book:
The It’s Not About the Sex Workbook

About Andrew Susskind



Andrew Susskind, LCSW, SEP, CGP is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Somatic Experiencing and Brainspotting Practitioner, Certified Group Psychotherapist and author who brings more than 32 years of experience to his work.


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