Unveiling Desire: Book Discussion

Session Dates:

Sept 16th, Oct 21st & Nov 18th, 2024 from 7pm-9pm each session.

• Session 1: meet & greet, pick-up the book & learn more of what to expect & of your fellow attendees
• Session 2: dive into the first 1/2 of the book & come with questions/thoughts & ready to discuss
• Session 3: come having finished the book & continue the learning & discussions from the previous session & chapters read.

Event Overview: Join us for an enlightening and engaging book discussion around Emily Nagoski's groundbreaking work, "Come as You Are." The sessions with Erin Butters of Solara Psychology will delve into the intricate dynamics of women, sex, and relationships, drawing on the latest scientific research and personal anecdotes presented in the book. Whether you're familiar with the text or new to its concepts, this discussion promises to offer fresh perspectives and deeper understanding.

Discussion Topics:

• The science of women's sexuality: myths and facts
• The role of emotional context in sexual desire
• Understanding the dual control model of sexual response
• Navigating relationship dynamics and sexual wellbeing
• Personal stories and experiences: a safe space for sharing and learning

Why Attend?

• Gain a deeper understanding of your own sexuality and that of others
• Explore the factors that influence sexual desire and satisfaction
• Learn practical tips for improving communication and intimacy in relationships
• Connect with others in an open, supportive environment
• Participate in a thought-provoking discussion that challenges societal norms

Special Features:

• Guest speaker: Erin Butters, a registered psychologies who is passionate about sexual health and relationships, will provide insights and answer questions.
• Interactive Q&A session
• Connection opportunities with fellow attendees
• Refreshments and light snacks available for purchase

How to Participate: To join this insightful discussion, please purchase one of the two options (with or without the book) Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged.

About Erin Butters: Being a psychologist is deeply personal. Creating a supportive, caring, safe, and empowering therapeutic experience is my unyielding passion. Change occurs with a commitment to work, bravery, and patience. The process is inspiring and joyful, and at times comes with ease.

Erin is a Registered Psychologist who has offered counselling support to clients through various stages of life in our community for 20 years, and in private practice for over 10 years. Erin is passionate about helping adults, couples, teens, and children through a wide variety of challenges including transition to parenthood, adulthood, divorce, or retirement, healing from trauma past or present, addressing unhealthy patterns in relationship, and through loss, including loss of a loved one, a marriage, or an aspect of identity. She has enthusiasm for supporting individuals grappling with anxiety, perfectionism, relationships, trauma, PTSD, cPTSD, grief, depression, OCD, ADHD, body image issues, and one’s relationship with food.

Erin has worked at Calgary Weight Management Centre where she facilitated groups and offered individual counselling as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and she spent several years as a group leader in a cross-cultural study on the transition to parenthood. She holds a Masters degree in Science, in the area of Counselling Psychology.

Erin’s approach emphasizes mindfulness, personal strengths, and the connection between thoughts and feelings. Understanding one’s adaptations to past adversity creates the self-understanding and self-compassion that supports change and new freedom in life. One of Erin’s focuses is trauma and she also incorporates principles of CBT, EMDR, and attachment theory. Learn more about Erin at Solara Psychology

About the Book: "Come as You Are" by Emily Nagoski is a New York Times bestseller that explores the science of sexuality. With a focus on understanding the complexity of female desire, Nagoski provides readers with practical advice and empowering insights. Her approach is compassionate, inclusive, and based on the latest research, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the nuances of sexual wellbeing.

Event Venue

Found Books & Shop, 208 1st Street W, Cochrane, Canada