On-Demand
The Trauma of Neglect: Identifying and Treating it in Therapy
Sexuality and Neglect
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Sexuality and Neglect
Introductory
Information
Recorded
Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Explain how early relational neglect influences adult intimacy and sexuality.
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Identify common clinical themes in clients presenting with sexual grief or disconnection.
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Apply neglect-informed approaches to address relational and sexual healing.
Description
Cohn explores the intersection between neglect and sexual functioning. She addresses how survivors often struggle with intimacy, vulnerability, and communication about sex. The session presents practical ways to support couples navigating sexual disconnection, including eye contact, presence, and shared values. Clinicians are encouraged to become more comfortable initiating dialogue around sexuality.
Target Audience
- Addiction Professional
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
Presenters
Ruth Cohn, MFT, is a psychotherapist living and practicing in the San Francisco Bay area. She
has been specializing in work with survivors of trauma and neglect, their intimate partners, and
families since 1988. She is a Certified Sex Therapist, certified in Neurofeedback, EMDR,
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Imago Relationship Therapy. Ruth is also the author of
numerous articles on sexuality, trauma, and neglect and three books: Working With the
Developmental Trauma of Childhood Neglect: Using Psychotherapy and Attachment Theory
Techniques in Clinical Practice, Coming Home to Passion: Restoring Loving Sexuality in
Couples With Histories of Childhood Trauma and Neglect, and Out of My Mind: Late Night
Contemplations About Trauma and Neglect.