In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts converses with Edie Nathan, a licensed psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, and grief expert. Edie discusses her insightful approach to grief, which includes finding healing in the 'innermost cave' and embracing transformation through it. She expands on her method of integrating grief, rather than seeking closure, and shares her unique perspectives on the nonlinear nature of grief. Edie delves into her personal journey, revealing how her experiences, including the traumatic loss of her partner, led her to embrace grief as her life's work. They also explore the concept of 'homecoming'—the process of coming back to oneself post-grief. Edie highlights the importance of community support and shares tips on how to compassionately assist those grieving. The episode concludes with a discussion on her book, 'It's Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery through Trauma and Loss,' and emphasizes the enduring power individuals have to navigate grief and transform through it.

Edy's Bio and Contact Information

Edy Nathan, MA, LCSW, CST, is a licensed psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, and grief expert who guides people through the terrain most avoid—grief, trauma, and sexuality. With master’s degrees from NYU and Fordham, and certification in sex therapy from the University of Michigan, Edy brings clinical depth and grounded compassion to the conversations we’re often too afraid to have.

She believes healing begins in what is called “the innermost cave”—a place where one meets their greatest obstacles and finds the tools for deep transformation. “Being in the cave means you’re daring to live with your loss,” she says. “It’s where the shadows of grief, mourning, and the traumatic imprint reveal themselves. And given the chance, it will transform you.” This is the heart of her work: not just surviving grief, but partnering with it, dancing with it, and emerging changed.

Edy is the author of It’s Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery through Trauma and Loss, and is currently writing her second book, Dare to Live: The Sexual Grief Effect — Reveal the Shadow Wounds from Loathing to Liberation to Love.

Her message is clear: It’s time. To Dare to Live. You have the power—you’ve had it all along.

Learn more about Edy Nathan:

Website: https://edynathan.com

Book: "It's Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery through Trauma and Loss" (available at Barnes & Noble and independent bookstores)

New Book Info: https://sexualgrief.com

To find out more about dave go to davidrobertsmsw.com and his author page psychologyprofessorandminister.com