Episode 74 - Porn, Shame & the Cycle We Get Stuck In with Josh Dale

Outside The Therapy Room · Oct 15, 2026 · 1h 33m · transcript

Porn is often talked about as a behaviour — but what if, for some people, it’s actually being used as a way to cope?

This week, I sit down with therapist Josh Dale to talk about the connection between porn, emotions, mental health and shame. We explore why someone might turn to porn when they're stressed, lonely, bored, anxious or overwhelmed, why it can provide temporary relief, and how that relief can become part of a cycle that keeps repeating.

We also unpack the role of secrecy and shame, how problematic porn use can impact relationships and intimacy, how faith and personal values can add…