Welcome to the Summer 2021 edition of Westside Notes. In spite of these unusual times, we seem to be moving into a phase of re-entry, and I notice myself gradually considering the inevitability of leaving the cocoon of my home office and returning to face-to-face sessions once again. In contrast to my usual eagerness, I plan to take my time and I encourage you to listen to your natural rhythm as well.

For example, some of my colleagues are back in the office seeing clients in person and I’m still in the process of securing a new space. My clients have been very flexible and many will be staying on Zoom which feels bittersweet but also a sign of the changing times. I was also invited to give a presentation at the International Brainspotting Conference in Denver later this month, but I didn’t feel ready to attend a large conference in a strange city so I’ll be giving the presentation virtually—the wonders of technology .

It’s Not About the Sex Update

A friendly reminder that my recent book is available on Amazon, Kindle or Audible at www.amazon.com. As a passion project, word-of-mouth marketing is essential as the book exponentially grows and gets into the hands of one person at a time.

Podcasts and Blogs

• May 7: Out of Control Sexual Behavior
  (Doug Braun-Harvey)
• May 21: Ground Yourself relaxation exercise
  (Susskind)
• June 4: Reimagining Midlife
  (Buck Dodson)
• June 18: 30 years in Review (1991-2021)
  (Susskind and Merlino)

Recently, we released our 50th podcast episode with the incredible support of my producer and close friend, Sue Merlino. Feel free to give a listen and let me know what you think. If you would like to be considered as a guest on the podcast or have any suggestions, please let us know. The podcast is available on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean or on my website.

• April Theme: From Brokenheartedness to Self-Compassion
• May Theme: Fantasy as a Survival Strategy
• June Theme: Sustainable Sobriety beyond Sexual Compulsivity

Please visit my blog at www.purposefulrecovery.com.

Upcoming Appearances

• 7/23/21 (9:30am PT): International Brainspotting Conference: The Opposite of Addiction is Connection: The Intersection of Attachment Theory, Nervous System Regulation and Addictive Disorders
• 9/11/21 (11:30am PT): Cape Cod Symposium for Addictive Disorders: The Opposite of Addiction is Connection: The Intersection of Attachment Theory, Nervous System Regulation and Emotional Sobriety
• 11/11/21 (4pm PT): Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health webinar: The Opposite of Sexual Compulsivity is Connection (open to the public)

If you have a chance, please listen to a podcast, read a blog or subscribe to my social media. I am always open to feedback and ways to improve. It’s a privilege to have a voice in the efforts to de-stigmatize compulsive sexual behavior and to reach those who have contacted me from as far away as Australia and all around the USA. Continue to be safe and enjoy your summer months.

Gratefully,
Andrew

Summer 2021, Vol. 15, Issue 52

In This Issue:

• It’s Not About the Sex Update
  
• Podcasts and Blogs
• Upcoming Appearances

Order Andrew’s Recent Book:
It’s Not About the Sex:
Moving from Isolation to
Intimacy after Sexual Addiction