In this conversation, Tom Bruett (he/him) speaks with Finn Deerhart (he/him), an AASECT certified sex counselor and coach, about his journey from ministry to sex counseling, the importance of writing in his life, and the complexities of navigating sexuality in urban environments. They discuss the significance of embodiment, community, and the impact of religious trauma on sexual identity. Finn shares insights from his workshops, the role of fantasy in sexuality, and the importance of ethical porn. The conversation emphasizes the need for open dialogue about sexuality and the ongoing journey of self-discovery and healing.

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About Finn:
Finn Deerhart, is an AASECT Certified Sex Counselor, writer and group facilitator. Through his courses, workshops, retreats, and private sessions, men learn tools to confront their limitations, unravel internal narratives of shame, and spark deeper human connections—grounding themselves into a deeper experience of life. Finn also creates educational erotic content and provide on-site erotic coaching for various organizations, including Himeros TV, an online service that provides explicit educational content for queer men. He co-hosts the weekly Himeros Backstage podcast which can be heard on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts.

Connect with Finn:
Website: www.finndeerhart.com
Substack: www.finndeerhart.substack.com
Instagram: @finndeerhart

Connect with Tom:
website: www.queerrelationshipinstitute.com
Instagram: @queerrelationshipinstitute
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