This is one for the clinicians out there (though to be honest it’s so accessible I think it helpful too for relevant clients).
Silva has developed an alternative approach for dealing with compulsive sexual behaviours- the usual paradigm being the traditional 12-step addiction model.
In his own warm, funny, vibrant way, Silva explains why ‘sex addiction’ does not fit with the most up-to-date evidence, nor his extensive experience as a psychosexual psychotherapist. He proposes a treatment model and explains clearly how it all works. Or using a favourite metaphor, he presents us with ingredients and a recipe and suggests we adapt it as we see fit, depending on our experience as well as the needs and palate of the client.
This book is about much more than what the title appears to suggest, covering trauma, grief, shame, chemsex, relationships, working online and with partners and many other things.
I predict this text will be on the core reading list of any and all reputable psychosexual psychotherapy training courses. It’s as brilliant as is Silva.