The Thoughtful Counselor EP265: Essential Clinical Care for Sex Workers
Jan 12, 2024
Dr. Megan Speciale interviews Jamila Dawson, LMFT and Theodore Burnes, PhD on sex worker-affirming mental healthcare. They discuss common issues faced by sex workers, the impact of stigma and whorephobia on their well-being, and the clinical priorities of sex worker-affirming counseling. The authors emphasize the importance of demystifying and empowering sex workers, provide resources for support, and discuss the need for high-quality and affirming care.
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Book Collaboration
- Jamila Dawson describes how she was invited to co-author a book on sex work.
- She chose Theodore Burnes as her co-author, valuing his intellect and writing skills.
Importance of Sex Worker Voices
- Sex worker-informed scholarship is crucial for understanding mental health in the sex industry.
- The authors prioritized including and compensating sex workers as consultants for their book.
Path to Sex Work Advocacy
- Jamila Dawson's experience working at adult stores exposed her to the realities of sex work.
- This inspired her focus on providing sex worker-affirming therapy and led her to collaborate with Theodore Burnes.