Aubrey’s Fears Aubrey, a freshman navigating the uncharted waters of university life, finds herself facing a few challenges. Struggling with her new boyfriend’s interest in bondage and the unkind remarks from the girls in her dorm, she decides to reach out to Dr. Lane for guidance. During their session, Aubrey shares that while her relationship has its upsides, her boyfriend’s BDSM interests leave her feeling uneasy. Dr. Lane reassures her that such feelings are common and offers a brief overview of BDSM practices. To help Aubrey build trust and manage her fears, Dr. Lane proposes a unique approach: desensitization therapy, where they would role-play the scenarios that concern her. Aubrey hesitates, feeling unprepared for that step today, and instead brings up her discomfort with undressing in front of her dorm mates, who have been less than kind. With Dr. Lane’s support, Aubrey bravely removes all her clothes while Dr. Lane playfully teases her with light-hearted jabs. This unexpected exercise boosts Aubrey’s confidence, empowering her to tackle her anxieties about both the bondage and her self-image.