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Understanding Intimacy Anorexia with Joseph


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Understanding Intimacy Anorexia with Joseph

Welcome back to Renewed Restored Podcast!

In this insightful episode, Stephanie is joined by a special guest, Joseph—a certified sexual recovery and partner betrayal trauma coach through the American Association of Sex Addiction Therapy. Joseph, also a recovery coach and pastor, specializes in intimacy anorexia and works alongside Stephanie at Choose Recovery Services.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • What is Intimacy Anorexia?Joseph defines intimacy anorexia as the active withholding of emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy, primarily in marriage relationships, and explores how it shows up in behaviors.

  • Identifying the Signs:Common patterns of intimacy anorexia such as busyness, withholding love or praise, blaming, and avoiding connection.

  • Practical Tools for Recovery:Joseph shares actionable steps for creating intimacy, building connection, and fostering relational safety.

  • The Impact on Relationships:Learn how intimacy anorexia affects both partners and how recovery can lead to transformational healing and connection.

  • A Path to Growth:Discover how these tools not only restore marriages but also enhance emotional intelligence, empathy, and spiritual connection.

  • Whether you're a betrayed partner or someone seeking to better understand recovery and intimacy, this episode provides a compassionate and educational perspective on healing.

    Connect with Joseph:

    Website: www.greenwayrecovery.com 

    Joseph McKinley is a pastoral counselor who specializes in working with couples recovering from sexual addiction.  He is a certified Sexual Recovery and Partner Betrayal Trauma Coach through the American Association of Sex Addiction Therapy and has a Master Diploma of Mental Health Coaching in Crisis Response and Trauma Care from Light University.  Joseph and his wife have been married for 17 years and have 6 children. 

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    If you’re ready to take the next step in your healing journey, I offer individual, group, and relational coaching to support you through this process. Whether you're seeking guidance for personal recovery, relational repair, or group support with others walking the same path, I am here to help.

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