'yes it?s normal' by Shelly Diprose

Last Updated: April 5, 2026

Conversations on Sexual Trauma and Healing, written and presented by registered Sex, Relationship and Trauma Therapist, Shelly Diprose, owner of Tell Us A Tail Ltd.

This 5-part series explores the quiet truths survivors often carry alone. With warmth and clarity, Shelly gently unpacks what’s normal in the aftermath of sexual trauma - from arousal during abuse to struggles with sex and intimacy.. even with a loving partner.

A validating, shame-free space for survivors, supporters, and professionals alike.

Resources

https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/want-to-talk/

https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

BONUS Episode. Mindfulness Body Scan
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Join Shelly with this relaxing body scan to teach you how to be present in the body, be mindful and give your body the validation it deserves, just by being listened to.

Ep 5: It’s Normal to Struggle With Intimacy and Emotions, Even When You Love Your Partner
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Loving someone doesn’t always make vulnerability easy, in fact for some, it makes it more difficult. Shelly explores the emotional impact of trauma in relationships - and how survivors can move toward trust and connection without abandoning their own pace or needs.

Ep 4: It’s Normal to Have Sexual Problems After Abuse or Rape
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Pain, disconnection, or difficulty with desire are natural after trauma. This episode offers validation and insight into why these struggles are common, and how healing can look different for everyone.

Ep 3: It’s Normal to Turn On and Off Quickly
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Hyperarousal, numbness, and emotional flipping are common after trauma. Shelly discusses how these patterns develop and how survivors can begin to understand and soothe their nervous systems without judgment.

Ep 2: It’s Normal to Fantasise About Your Abuse or Rape
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Fantasies are complex and often misunderstood. This episode explores how trauma and arousal pathways can become entangled - and why fantasies that echo trauma can be a way the mind tries to make sense of uncomfortable thoughts.

Ep 1: It’s Normal to Experience Some Physical Arousal During Abuse or Rape
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Arousal is a physiological response, not a sign of consent or enjoyment. This episode gently unpacks the confusion, shame, and biology behind why the body sometimes responds this way - and why that doesn’t make your trauma any less real.

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