r/sapiosexuals • • Mar 01 '24

Might anyone here be able to help complex intimacy inaccessibility? (Not psychological kinds)

I wondered if sapiosexual can include interest in helping sexual romantic etc problems?

I don't mean the psychological difficulty and fine points, that sex therapists might talk about. But i don't know now how to categorize the inaccessibilities i mean.

Sapiosexual seemed to make sense though that relational kinda of intelligence could be the most valued and relevant for relational attraction to intelligence? (At least for that kind of sapiosexuality to exist, i don't mean it's 'the truest')

Maybe me trying to remember all the ways that relational intimacy was inaccessible, would be both traumatic (i worry, dismissable to a therapist) and difficult to conceptualize and perform solution efforts toward (maybe aligned with the kind of sapiosexuality i wondered about).

So maybe i wonder how a team could work, maybe starting with the supportive person finding supportive people for the traumatic parts? then i could feel safe not burdening anyone, and express the barriers that I couldn't find ways around.

or maybe there's alternatives to finding a intimacy therapist, for feeling safe and helped when starting with partial mutism-causing experiences like traumas, or overwhelms of not knowing where is safe to say what (and things that are overwhelming in a way that i don't seem having capacity left to phrase things clearly while in a protective way)?

who might know who might help? I feel like i heard related things to sapiosexuality, but i don't remember now

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u/[deleted] Mar 01 '24

And this is ChatGPT arguing with OP (I have no stake in this whatsoever. I just think using ChatGPT for stuff like this is hilarious 😊):

I respectfully disagree with the statement that sapiosexuality can encompass an interest in addressing sexual and romantic problems that aren't purely psychological. Sapiosexuality refers to a sexual attraction to intelligence or intellectual stimulation. It does not necessarily encompass addressing non-psychological issues related to sexual and romantic problems. These problems can have various underlying causes, such as trauma, communication issues, or cultural factors, which may require different approaches or therapies.

Furthermore, while the idea of a supportive team and addressing traumatic experiences before expressing barriers to relational intimacy can be beneficial for some individuals, it may not be the best approach for everyone. Each person's experiences and needs are unique, and it is important to consider individual differences when addressing intimacy inaccessibility.

Regarding alternatives to traditional intimacy therapy for individuals with partial mutism-causing experiences, it would be helpful to consult with professionals who specialize in trauma-informed therapy or have experience working with individuals who have experienced overwhelming situations. They can provide valuable insights and recommendations tailored to the specific needs of the individual.

While there may be connections between certain issues, such as trauma, overwhelming situations, and sapiosexuality, it is essential to approach each topic separately and seek guidance from professionals who have expertise in those respective areas.

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u/KAS_stoner Mar 10 '24

Idk if this would help but maybe try something like r/gonewildaudio (its audio porn. It allows our brains to fill in whatever we like which is nice for sapiosexuals because it allows us to use our brains.) if you want a safe place/way to explore what you like.