Lauren Dummit is a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) and expert in sex and love addiction/intimacy disorders. She is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) with a focus on treating trauma and addiction. Her unique style treats emotional discomfort and pain as an avenue for self-discovery and personal growth.

In this episode we discuss:

• How developmental trauma may contribute to addiction and/or addictive behavior.
• Sex and love addiction is an often misunderstood phenomenon in modern life.
• The truth about the “honeymoon” phase.
• What is an “open relationship” and how does it work for couples?
• The path to “falling in love.” 
• How a dating plan can encourage safe intimacy.

Ashley Rivard:
Instagram: @someday_ill_get_there
Website: [email protected]

Lauren Dummit:
Website: www.triunetherapy.com
Instagram: @laurendummit