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Episode 106: Sexuality, Sexual Identity, Gender, Pronouns & Intimacy ft. Dr Sakshi Tickoo
In this episode we are talking all about sexuality, an often overlooked aspect of the human experience in our OT field, and how can OTPs approach, address, and develop treatment plans working in this area of occupation.
Elle
Threesomes And Your Guide To Navigating Them
There may be multiple reasons why a threesome might be on your mind. Sakshi Tickoo, an occupational therapist and sexuality counsellor, explains that “Individuals with a shared interest in the fantasy of threesomes often engage in voyeuristic and exhibitionist behaviours sometimes, often discreetly.”
Sex[M]ed
Occupational Therapists Guide To Addressing Sexuality
As occupational therapists, we do not have the power or choice to decide what subjects to bring up and what to leave according to our convenience and who to bring it up with if we claim to be a client-centered and holistic profession. It is important for therapists to address sexuality using age and developmentally appropriate approaches based on the client’s age, accessibility, and support needs.
Women's Health
What Is A Twin Flame In Astrology, And How Can You Tell If You’ve Found Yours?
"Nothing guarantees sexual compatibility, no matter how great the chemistry is. Chemistry comes and goes," Tickoo explains as experts share their views on twin flames and how it is different from other relationships.
Elle
What Happens If You Don’t Have Sex For A Long Time? Experts Discuss The Effects Of Dry Spells
The pandemic subjected people to longer dry spells. Single or partnered, people had lesser sex and it is still the case in the post-pandemic world. But how exactly does a sexless time in your life affect you? Here’s us pondering on a few essential questions you might be curious about.
Man's World India Magazine
The Other Side of Intimacy
Afterplay is as important as foreplay, and dysphoria after a sexual encounter can feel overwhelming. I write a piece for Man's World India magazine January 2022 edition exploring the other side and after effects of what we think is sex gone wrong.
Cosmopolitan
Master The Butterfly Position
​No sex position can be everything to everyone, but the Butterfly comes pretty damn close. Why? Because it’s so easy, yet so good. Learn how you can make it great, alternatives to this position and what you need to bear in mind before beginning you decide to fly away.
Disability After Dark
Episode 239: "I helped my client get setup on a dating website!"
I sit down with Mumbai India based Occupational Therapist, Dr. Sakshi Tickoo. We talk about her experiences as a sick child, and how her love of the human body, multiple disabilities and other factors meant that being an OT chose her. Dr. Tickoo shares with us the cultural differences of being an OT in India versus in North America, she shares how views are changing around that, we learn the difference in what it means to “live independently” in India and we talk about dating, sex and disability + so much more! Enjoy!
OT & Chill
Episode 18: Let's Talk About Sex
Conversations about sex with those we work with can at times be a tricky one to navigate. It is however an occupation most human beings engage in at some point in their lives and therefore is important that Occupational Therapists are able to work with this when it arises in practice. In this episode, I discuss all things sex with Dr Sakshi Tickoo.
The Occupational Therapy Hub
The Circle of Life: Sexuality Through Early Life Stages
Natural and healthy sexual exploration during childhood is an information gathering process. At a very young age, children begin to explore their bodies by touching, poking, pulling, and rubbing all their body parts, including their genitals. Hence, it becomes essential for children to learn about sexuality throughout the course of their life. The more information that parents have about psycho-sexual development, the better will they be able to respond to their child's behaviours.
Zee News India
Listen, Learn, Respect: Tips On Building Boundaries And Dating Confidently
Having a conversation about boundaries with your date can not only help prevent misunderstanding but also promote mutual respect. Dr Sakshi Tickoo, Occupational Therapist and Sexuality Counselor contributed to Tinder Love and Care to share tips to approach this conversation with confidence.
Sexuality and Intimacy Textbook: An Occupational Therapy Approach
Edited by Dr. Ellis and Dr. Ungco (AOTA Press)
Sexual and intimate occupations encompass a broad range of personally meaningful activities. However, lack of knowledge, bias, embarrassment, and other barriers can prevent practitioners from addressing sexuality and intimacy with their clients. This textbook presents a comprehensive and holistic occupational therapy approach to sexuality that challenges readers to consider co-existing perspectives and practices related to sexual occupations and equips them to effectively address this important area.
The OT Collective Book
The OT Lifestyle Movement
The OT Collective is a 100+ page book weaving together wisdom and insight from 50 occupational therapists from around the world, all doing meaningful work. Learn from OTs working in the areas of art, accupressure, bodywork, circus, conscious parenting, farm-based practices, lactation, neurology, oncology, sexology, spirituality, tech innovation and so much more!
The Midlife Crisis
Introducing Sex Toys In The Bedroom
Our bodies are constantly changing, as are our needs in bed. For women above the age of 30, according to Dr Tickoo’s client base, both internal and external environments matter. To help solve some of these sex and relationships problems, Dr Tickoo “prescribes” sex toys to her patients.
Elle
All Your Questions About Having A Fetish, Answered
Kink was originally considered as a sexual deviation from the general social norm. However, as medicine advanced, we understood human psychology and sexual behaviors better to make sense of what kinks are, how are they formed, and what does it include.
Brazen Education with Educator Barnes
Episode 51: Let's Talk About Sex Education (Part 1)
Educator Barnes speaks to Dr. Sakshi Tickoo, Occupational Therapist & Sexuality Counselor, and Ashley Robertson, Inclusive Sex Ed Educator about barriers faced in delivering sex education to our youth and what strategies parents need to create and develop to be an askable parent.
OT 4 Lyfe
Episode 84: Sex, Love, and Occupational Therapy
​Do you address sex, sexuality, and sexual health as a part of your occupational therapy practice? In today’s episode, Dr. Sakshi Tickoo joins me on the show to share the how and why we need to be addressing sexuality with our clients. And let me just say, addressing sex and sexual health is not only for practitioners working with adults, it’s important aspect to consider when working with clients across the lifespan.
Arthritis Life
Episode 11: How to Value Self-Love and Sexual Pleasure when Living with a Disability
Cheryl and Dr. Sakshi Tickoo, a Mumbai-based Occupational Therapist who founded “Sex, Love and OT” discuss how people with disabilities can successfully navigate sexual relationships and be empowered to value their own self-love and sexual pleasure.