Creative Sexpression

Creative Sexpression Clinical sex therapist, Relationship counsellor & Art therapist. My vision is to see sex celebrated and taught in a healthy and positive way.
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Trauma‑informed, queer‑affirming, kink-friendly. 30 yrs as an erotic photographer-no shame, no judgment.I help you reclaim desire, heal sexual self-esteem & connect with your deepest self. I believe a healthy sexuality leads to a greater well being. I wholeheartedly believe sexual energy and pleasure is the birthplace of creativity and that through awakening ourselves to this pleasure, we raise our consciousness, intellect and live more in tune with the world around us. That’s why “Creative Sexpression” was born! My name is Cat O Dowd and I'm a certified sex therapist, relationship psychotherapist and art therapist. I provide a non-judgemental, kink-friendly, supportive environment in which to explore your life, your relationships and your sexual expression- whatever your stage of life or your sexual preferences. "My 20 years of photographing fetish and erotic art gives me that extra insight and knowledge into a world not all therapists understand. I am also trained in art therapy and holistic counselling and can use creative psychotherapy exercises to access your inner feelings, creativity and healing." To book a sexuality counselling session with Cat, click here http://creativesexpression.com/book-a-session/ or email cat@creativesexpression.com

13/04/2026

For 22 years, Anthony Venn-Brown was told his s*xuality made him ‘broken’.

He endured so-called “treatments”, exorcisms and programs designed to suppress who he is.

Today, he’s one of Australia’s most powerful voices against conversion practices, sharing his story publicly - including recently on ABC’s Compass - to expose the harm these practices cause and push for change.

Anthony’s advocacy helped to finally secure a ban in NSW in 2024, joining Victoria, ACT and SA, along with Queensland which has a partial ban in health settings

In WA, the state government committed to banning conversion practices back in 2022. Four years on, there’s still no law.

In recent months, we've seen anti-LGBTIQA+ flyers distributed in letterboxes across Perth, escalating threats against trans people, and increased reports of harassment.

When it comes to protecting our community, WA is falling behind.

It’s time to act.

Sign Rainbow Futures WA petition via the link in the comments!

Ending Conversion Practices WA

13/04/2026

This is how popular faerie-themed romantasy novels echo historic folklore: https://bbc.in/4teUTwS

13/04/2026
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07/04/2026

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The "Silent Contract"✍️📜In Therapy, we talk about the "Unconscious Contract." You entered the relationship with a hidden...
06/04/2026

The "Silent Contract"✍️📜
In Therapy, we talk about the "Unconscious Contract." You entered the relationship with a hidden list of demands: "I will take care of you, IF you make me feel safe/special/whole."

The problem here is a big one.
Your partner didn't sign it.
They have their own hidden contract.

Now, years later, you are both "suing" each other for breach of "contract". You feel cheated, and they feel confused. You’re acting like a "Good Partner" as a transaction, and you’re really pi**ed off that the "payment" (attention/care) isn't coming through.

You aren't being "selfless," you’re being transactional, and it’s making you miserable.

What’s the one thing you do for your partner that you secretly want a 'thank you' or a 'reward' for every single time? Be honest----what’s in your 'Silent Contract'? Tell me below.
Perhaps you're only thinking about it now. The assumptions and things you expect your partner to read your mind about...

"Polite" Communication can be a Libido Killer 🤐Sometimes in our relationships, we stay quiet. We don't want to "hurt fee...
06/04/2026

"Polite" Communication can be a Libido Killer 🤐
Sometimes in our relationships, we stay quiet. We don't want to "hurt feelings" or "make it awkward," so we settle for mediocre.

Gottman’s research shows that "Conflict Avoidance" is a precursor to emotional death.

By being "agreeable" and silent about your needs, you are training your brain to stay in Behavioural Inhibition (The Brakes). Desire requires friction. You can’t have the "feedback" and the "energy" of a live show if you’re too scared to turn the amp up.

What’s one thing you’re too 'polite' to ask for because you’re scared of the 'noise' it might make?

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05/04/2026

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05/04/2026

On a scale of 1 to 10: How much of your day is spent managing your body vs. actually inhabiting it? Be honest.

05/04/2026

"I want you to finish this sentence with the first word that comes to your gut (not your brain): 'If my desire had a voice, it would sound like a....................................' Don't overthink it. Just put the first thing that comes into your gut in the comments....

When you live in survival mode in abusive relationships, your 'self' goes into hiding. You become a shadow that manages ...
04/04/2026

When you live in survival mode in abusive relationships, your 'self' goes into hiding.
You become a shadow that manages the house and scans for danger.
You aren't necessarily 'low libido'; you might be 'offline' because your system is prioritising staying alive. You can't find your desire until you find your safety. Your body isn't failing you; it's waiting for the coast to be clear.

Does it feel like you’ve 'ghosted' yourself lately?


Art- Diana Yildrim

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Cat is a clinical s*xologist, relationship psychotherapist, certified s*x therapist, art therapist, transpersonal counsellor, s*x and relationship educator and columnist and award winning, internationally published erotic photographer. “My vision is to see s*x celebrated and taught in a healthy and positive way. I believe a healthy s*xuality leads to a greater well being. I wholeheartedly believe s*xual energy and pleasure is the birthplace of creativity and that through awakening ourselves to this pleasure, we raise our consciousness, intellect and live more in tune with the world around us. That’s why “Creative Sexpression” was born! Cat provides a non-judgemental, kink-friendly, supportive environment for all s*xualities and gender identities to explore your life, your relationships and your s*xual expression- whatever your stage of life or your s*xual preferences. "My 20 years of photographing fe**sh and adult material gives me that extra insight and knowledge into a world not all therapists understand. I am also trained in art therapy and holistic counselling and can use creative psychotherapy exercises to access your inner feelings, creativity and healing." To book a s*xuality counselling session with Cat, click here http://creatives*xpression.com/book-a-session/ or email cat@creatives*xpression.com Cat O Dowd has made her career out of s*xually empowering others through creativity and helping others find and create their dream relationships and s*x life. �� With 20 years of professional erotic, bo***ir and fe**sh photography under her belt, Cat has photographed thousands of subjects around the world for fe**sh websites, coffee table books, p**n magazines, kinky events, alternative weddings and intimate couple shoots. Cat founded Australia’s first website dedicated to underground erotica and photographed hundreds of men and women in photo shoots in nature that strived to create a non mainstream body positive aesthetic. Photo stories were set in nature depicting modern interpretations of Greek mythology, fairy tales, archetypes and feminine strength. �� When she’s not screaming in her band she’s busy writing her columns as the resident s*x therapist and feature writer for Ciao magazine. She’s written for The Establishment, appeared on Triple J’s The Hack and The Hook Up, an ABC documentary about labiaplasty, NINEMSN, Cosmopolitan, Le****ns on the Loose, Picture and People magazine. �Cat runs a private practice in Sydney and runs art and s*x therapy workshops and retreats.