Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey will host "Exploring Power, Play & Pleasure with Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey" on Sunday, June 28, at 21Soho in London, presented by Seed Talks. The event will delve into power dynamics within sexual and romantic relationships, covering topics such as consent, negotiation, and role exploration.
Event Details and Focus
The discussion, scheduled for Sunday, June 28, will take place at 21Soho in London. Doors are set to open at 6:30 p.m. GMT+1, with the talk commencing at 7 p.m. A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Guests are advised to arrive early to secure seating. The event is also available online as part of the Seed Talks | Online collection.
The presentation will explore how power dynamics influence sexual and romantic relationships. Key areas of discussion include surrendering and seizing control, as well as understanding fantasies related to serving or being served by others. Dr. Bisbey will also address consent, negotiation, contracts, and role exploration. The talk aims to provide safe methods for integrating power dynamics into existing relationships or exploring them with new partners.
Dr. Bisbey stated that power can be "playful, intimate, erotic, and deeply revealing" when individuals understand their choices and how to communicate them. She indicated that the talk is designed to offer attendees a clearer perspective on desire, consent, and power dynamics, enabling them to approach these conversations with "more curiosity, confidence, and care."
The event is presented by Seed Talks, which describes "Exploring Power, Play & Pleasure with Dr Lori Beth Bisbey" as a "grounded, accessible look at one of the most compelling forces in intimate connection." The overview for the online event encourages participants to "embrace your raw, inner self and learn how to navigate the power dynamics that shape your most intimate bonds." It highlights that power can be a "turn on," allowing individuals to experience pleasure and step outside societal expectations. Fantasies involving serving or being served are noted as common themes in erotica and mainstream media.
The talk will provide an overview of power dynamics both within and outside the bedroom, discussing various roles and how to ensure safety through consent, negotiation, and contracts. It will also explore creative ways to experiment with power dynamics in intimate and broader relationships, highlight existing power dynamics, and offer guidance on finding new partners for such explorations safely.
About Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey
Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey is a clinical psychologist, an accredited advanced GSRD (gender, sexuality, relationship diversity) therapist, and a sex/intimacy coach. She is also an author, speaker, and podcast host. Based in Edinburgh, Dr. Bisbey has over 30 years of experience assisting individuals in developing and maintaining meaningful relationships. Her specializations include GSRD, consensual non-monogamy, and kink/BDSM knowledge. She also works with trauma.
Further information about Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey's work is available on her website, DrLoriBethbisbey.com, and her Linktree. She can also be followed on X.com.
Key Facts
- Event Title: "Exploring Power, Play & Pleasure with Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey"
- Host: Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey
- Presenter: Seed Talks
- Date: Sunday, June 28
- Location: 21Soho, London, and online
- Time: Doors open 6:30 p.m. GMT+1, talk begins 7 p.m. GMT+1
- Topics: Power dynamics in relationships, consent, negotiation, contracts, role exploration, safe exploration of power dynamics.
