The Psychology of Fetish & Kink

A recent study in the UK found that approximately 50% of adults reported having a fetish or kink. Despite their prevalence, they are often shrouded in taboo and misunderstanding. In this talk you will learn about the psychological and biological underpinnings of these practices - from exploring the latest research on fetishism to examining the role of power dynamics in kink.

Discover the psychological and social factors that drive fetish and kink behaviours and learn about the ways in which individuals who engage in these practices experience pleasure and fulfilment. This is a unique opportunity to engage in an open and non-judgmental discussion of fetish and kink, and to learn more about the psychology behind these practices.

Doors open at 6:45pm, talk starts at 7.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!

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Lindsay Dukes is a Clinical Sexologist, Sex & Relationship Therapist and Psychosexual Therapist specialising in Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity. Lindsay has been working with, and within Kinky and Open & Polyamorous communities internationally as a writer, performer and educator since 2015. She teaches at the Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology and both her teaching and therapeutic work focus on re-centring consent, communication and pleasure as radical components for human authenticity and connectivity.

This talk has an age rating of 18+

Testimonials from our guests

⭐It was entertaining, inclusive, accessible and just incredibly well presented! Amazing depth of understanding and information around kink, consent and the psychology of kink and desire. It's rare to find someone addressing these issues with such a great combination of knowledge, information but also lightness and humour. -Olivia

⭐Really blown away, and heart warmed, and found it incredibly funny and relatable and beautifully inspiring and welcoming. -Wave

⭐It was one of the most uplifting and intelligent talks I can remember. Really wise, warm and inclusive as well as deep, brave and human. Very engagingly presented (indeed), and the fact that the time passed easily and enjoyably suggests that it was well-constructed too. Insightful - lots to think about. -James W