Knowing Me Knowing You

4 Dec 2025

Knowing … our arousal template

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On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent is joined by therapist, Chris Collins, to get a better understanding of our arousal template.

Chris, who has extensive experience in psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and relationship counseling, works collaboratively with his clients to foster self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and promote emotional well-being. Together, Trent and Chris discuss:

Chris’s journey to sobriety and how it informs the work he does,
What our arousal template is, what influences it and how,
The relationship between our attachment style and our arousal template,
How pornography and trauma can impact our arousal template, as well as
How our arousal template can impact our ability to get aroused.

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

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About the show:

Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.