Podcast appearances and mentions of Kristin Hodson

This episode is being re-released for your enjoyement. Please enjoy the episode. Natasha Helfer interviews Dr. Gina Ogden, PhD, LMFT (August 9, 1935 – November 2, 2018) on one of the most common complaints that get brought to sex therapists: low female sexual desire. Gina shares years of experience where she helps us ask pivotal questions to break this construct apart. What is it that we desire? Do women give themselves permission to experience pleasure? Gina instructs on her 4-dimensional model approach to what she calls the Integrative Wheel of Sexual Experience – where we delve into Body, Mind, Heart and Spirit. Walking through these four dimensions is an approach that allows one to take a holistic approach to such things as libido or erotic differences in partnerships. Gina Ogden is an award-winning sex therapist, family therapist, researcher, teacher, and author. She is founder of the Relational Sexuality Network, an international collaboration of practitioners whose mission is to expand the practice of therapy and sex therapy beyond limiting notions of function and dysfunction to include a wide range of diversity and experience. She conducts retreats and trainings internationally, lectures widely, leads tele-seminars attended by professionals all over the world, and has appeared in the media from talk radio to the Oprah Winfrey Show. She supervises and trains sex therapists, physicians, nurses, social workers, family therapists, and other health providers in the Four-Dimensional Wheel approach, to broaden their understanding of sexual experience. She conducted the only nationwide survey on integrating sexuality and spirituality. She is the author of ten books. Her most recent books for a general readership (all published by Trumpeter) are: The Return of Desire (2008) and The Heart & Soul of Sex (2006). The 3rd edition of Women Who Love Sex, was published in 2007. Her books for a professional readership (all published by Routledge) are: Expanding the Practice of Sex Therapy: An Integrative Model for Exploring Desire and Intimacy, (2012) and Extraordinary Sex Therapy: Creative Approaches for Clinician (2015)—an edited collection of innovative and creative approaches from colleagues in the US and the UK. Her 4-D Wheel workbook for clinicians is : Exploring Desire & Intimacy: Innovative Approaches, Practical Applications–due in September, 2016. Links to resources that are covered during the podcast: Lessons From Women Who Love Sex – Poster graciously offered by Gina Ogden The Return of Desire: A Guide to Rediscovering your Sexual Passion by Gina Ogden Exploring Desire & Intimacy: Innovative Approaches, Practical Applications (due out in September of 2016) Kristin Hodson of the Healing Group and author of Real Intimacy: A Couples Guide for Genuine, Healthy Sexuality The Chalice and the Blade: Our History, Our Future by Riane Eisler You can find out more on her website. To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and share this episode. To watch the video of this podcast, you can subscribe to Natasha's channel on Youtube and follow her professional Facebook page at natashahelfer LCMFT, CST-S. You can find all her cool resources at natashahelfer.com. This podcast addresses many topics around mental health and sexuality and may not be suitable for minors. Some topics may elicit a trigger or emotional response so please care for yourself accordingly. The views, thoughts and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or feelings of Natasha Helfer or the Natasha Helfer Podcast. We provide a platform for open and diverse discussions, and it is important to recognize that different perspectives may be shared. We encourage our listeners to engage in critical thinking and form their own opinions. The intro and outro music for these episodes is by Otter Creek. Thank you for listening. And remember: Symmetry is now offering Ketamine services. To find out more, go to symcounseling.com/ketamine-services.  

My guest today is Kristin Hodson, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. Founder & CEO of The Healing Group. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity. Online courses a https://www.kristinbhodson.com Follow her on social media: ⁠HERE ⁠  Ashlynn is a resilient force of nature, balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and self-discovery. From healing her own wounds to empowering others through podcasts and coaching, she's a beacon of hope for women navigating life's storms.  With a heart full of compassion and a spirit of adventure, Ashlynn guides others to break free from their past and embrace a bold, boundary-rich future. Through her transformative programs and global retreats, she ignites the spark of possibility in women ready to rewrite their stories. Join her on her podcast ⁠HERE⁠ Follow her on social media at ⁠HERE⁠ Mentor with her at ⁠HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashlynn-allen/support

My guest today is Kristin Hodson, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. Founder & CEO of The Healing Group. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity. Online courses a https://www.kristinbhodson.com Follow her on social media: HERE   Ashlynn is a resilient force of nature, balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and self-discovery. From healing her own wounds to empowering others through podcasts and coaching, she's a beacon of hope for women navigating life's storms.  With a heart full of compassion and a spirit of adventure, Ashlynn guides others to break free from their past and embrace a bold, boundary-rich future. Through her transformative programs and global retreats, she ignites the spark of possibility in women ready to rewrite their stories. Join her on her podcast HERE Follow her on social media at HERE Mentor with her at HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashlynn-allen/support

Sexuality is a natural, human experience-- yet so many of us fail to develop healthy prespectives, mindsets, and identities around our own sexuality and itimate relationships. Today I pass the mic to LCSW and Sex Educator Kristin Hodson to discuss what it looks like to learn about initmacy and develop intentional sexual beliefs and behaviors. This 2020 conversation has been a popular episode and is a not-to-miss listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When should I start talking to my kids about sex? How do I talk to them about it? In Part 1 of this 3 part series, Dr. Laura Padilla-Walker breaks down how to talk with our kids about healthy sexuality from birth to age 3 and then from ages 3-7. Tune in to find tips for making these types of conversations natural and open. Find Dr. Padilla-Walker's book “A Better to Teach Kids About Sex” here.   Listen to Kristin Hodson and Rachel Nielson from the 3in30 Podcast explain how we can become comfortable using correct anatomical terms here.   Follow us @ladies.talkinglove on Instagram or visit ladiestalkinglove.com   This podcast does not replace professional or medical advice. We will be talking about sex, so some content may not be suitable for children and could be triggering to some individuals. Everything discussed is for general information only and is not to be used to diagnose or treat any medical or psychological conditions. Music: MastaBlack_fK and https://envato.com/  

Ashlynn Mitchell kicks divorce & betrayal in the teeth. With her real world example of what's possible after betrayal & how to live boldly with compassion & forgiveness while being boundaried & free from the past. She is an advocate for women who want to live a life full of adventure & freedom. Come listen to her perspectives while she has conversations with those she loves & respects who share their #bethebuffalo moments that may just help you shift your own journey in a beautiful way. Join her on her new podcast HERE Follow her on social media at HERE Mentor with her at HERE My guest today is Kristin Hodson, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. Founder & CEO of The Healing Group. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity. Online courses a https://www.kristinbhodson.com Follow her on social media: HERE Kristin talked about the 6 principles of sexual health SEXUAL HEALTH CONSENT NON EXPLOITATION HONESTY MUTUAL PLEASURE FREE FROM STI & PREGNANCY SHARED VALUES

Ashlynn Mitchell kicks divorce & betrayal in the teeth. With her real world example of what's possible after betrayal & how to live boldly with compassion & forgiveness while being boundaried & free from the past. She is an advocate for women who want to live a life full of adventure & freedom. Come listen to her perspectives while she has conversations with those she loves & respects who share their #bethebuffalo moments that may just help you shift your own journey in a beautiful way. Join her on her new podcast HERE Follow her on social media at HERE Mentor with her at HERE My guest today is Kristin Hodson, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. Founder & CEO of The Healing Group. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity. Online courses a https://www.kristinbhodson.com Follow her on social media: HERE   Kristin talked about the  6 principles of sexual health SEXUAL HEALTH CONSENT NON EXPLOITATION  HONESTY MUTUAL PLEASURE FREE FROM STI & PREGNANCY  SHARED VALUES

Ashlynn Mitchell kicks divorce & betrayal in the teeth. With her real world example of what's possible after betrayal & how to live boldly with compassion & forgiveness while being boundaried & free from the past. She is an advocate for women who want to live a life full of adventure & freedom. Come listen to her perspectives while she has conversations with those she loves & respects who share their #bethebuffalo moments that may just help you shift your own journey in a beautiful way. Join her on her new podcast HERE Follow her on social media at HERE Mentor with her at HERE My guest today is Kristin Hodson, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. Founder & CEO of The Healing Group. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity. Online courses a https://www.kristinbhodson.com Follow her on social media: HERE Kristin talked about the 6 principles of sexual health SEXUAL HEALTH CONSENT NON EXPLOITATION HONESTY MUTUAL PLEASURE FREE FROM STI & PREGNANCY SHARED VALUES

Time to grow your girl power! Kristin Hodson, an author, licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist and founder of The Healing Group, shares why self-worth is the superpower inside every girl. She tells Brooke about her own meaning of the word “grit” - and why our girls need more of it!

This podcast episode was originally recorded for "Mormon Sex Info" Podcast. It's now being refurbished for your enjoyment here at the "Healing Sols Podcast." For more from Natasha Helfer, LCMFT, CST, CSTS, please visit https://www.natashahelfer.com. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Dr. Gina Ogden, PhD, LMFT on one of the most common complaints that get brought to sex therapists: low female sexual desire. Gina shares years of experience where she helps us ask pivotal questions to break this construct apart. What is it that we desire? Do women give themselves permission to experience pleasure? Gina instructs on her 4-dimensional model approach to what she calls the Integrative Wheel of Sexual Experience – where we delve into Body, Mind, Heart and Spirit. Walking through these four dimensions is an approach that allows one to take a holistic approach to such things as libido or erotic differences in partnerships. Gina has agreed to return to Mormon Sex Info for a “part 2” of this in-depth conversation of what it means to delve into the erotic space of desire. Gina Ogden is an award-winning sex therapist, family therapist, researcher, teacher, and author. She is founder of the Relational Sexuality Network, an international collaboration of practitioners whose mission is to expand the practice of therapy and sex therapy beyond limiting notions of function and dysfunction to include a wide range of diversity and experience. She conducts retreats and trainings internationally, lectures widely, leads tele-seminars attended by professionals all over the world, and has appeared in the media from talk radio to the Oprah Winfrey Show. She supervises and trains sex therapists, physicians, nurses, social workers, family therapists, and other health providers in the Four-Dimensional Wheel approach, to broaden their understanding of sexual experience. She conducted the only nationwide survey on integrating sexuality and spirituality. She is the author of ten books so far. Her most recent books for a general readership (all published by Trumpeter) are: The Return of Desire (2008) and The Heart & Soul of Sex (2006). The 3rd edition of Women Who Love Sex, was published in 2007. Her books for a professional readership (all published by Routledge) are: Expanding the Practice of Sex Therapy: An Integrative Model for Exploring Desire and Intimacy, (2012) and Extraordinary Sex Therapy: Creative Approaches for Clinician (2015)—an edited collection of innovative and creative approaches from colleagues in the US and the UK. Her 4-D Wheel workbook for clinicians is : Exploring Desire & Intimacy: Innovative Approaches, Practical Applications–due in September, 2016. Links to resources that are covered during the podcast: Lessons From Women Who Love Sex – Poster graciously offered by Gina Ogden The Return of Desire: A Guide to Rediscovering your Sexual Passion by Gina Ogden Exploring Desire & Intimacy: Innovative Approaches, Practical Applications (due out in September of 2016) Kristin Hodson of the Healing Group and author of Real Intimacy: A Couples Guide for Genuine, Healthy Sexuality The Chalice and the Blade: Our History, Our Future by Riane Eisler

This podcast episode was originally recorded for "Mormon Sex Info" Podcast. It's now being refurbished for your enjoyment here at the "Healing Sols Podcast." For more from Natasha Helfer, LCMFT, CST, CSTS, please visit https://www.natashahelfer.com. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Alisha Worthington, SSW, a sexual educator, on the topic of providing healthy sexual education to our pre-adolescent children. How do we approach sexuality of children without projecting our own adult sensibilities? What do we teach about sexuality without even realizing it? What are the best ways to respond to things like masturbation/self-touch, pornography viewing, and experiences such as “playing doctor?” How do we talk to our kids about their body parts? How do we teach protective stances and boundaries, especially when it comes to the potential of child sexual abuse? How do we avoid shaming/fear-based sex education and embrace pleasure-based sex education, even when we want to reinforce concepts such as consent, appropriate boundaries and the risks associated with sexuality? And much more…. Alisha Worthington is an LDS Sexual Educator and has contributed to many media resources such as: FamilyShare.com and The Deseret News. She has been a regular contributor on the Radio From Hell show on x96 taking live calls on sex and intimacy and has been a guest on KUTV 2 morning news. She is an educator, group facilitator, and coach for The Healing Group, where she offers many workshops and services regarding women's health and sexuality, and co-author of the book Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality. She is also a member of the Mormon Mental Health Association. Links to resources that are covered during the podcast: Elizabeth Smart Foundation: Mission focused on preventing and stopping predatory crimes. Yes! You can talk to your kids about sex by Kristin Hodson and Alisha Worthington A Parent's Guide an LDS Manual Teaching Youths in the 21st Century by Elder M. Russell Ballard The Naked People in Your iPod by Paul Malan Where Willie Went by Nicholas Allan It's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex and Sexual Health by Robbie Harris and Michael Emberley For Goodness Sex by Al Vernacchio

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a world where we humans don’t touch each other nearly as much as we used to. How will a touchless world change us? Neuroscientist David Linden told us that touch is crucial to early human development, even more so than being able to see or hear. And touch is key to life satisfaction and happiness when we’re older, too. (Even basketball teams have more wins when team members positively touch each other.) But after the pandemic ends, will people even want to touch each other again? If not, Linden worries we may find ourselves living in a colder, less trusting world. We’ll talk with Linden this Friday at noon, and check in with writer Terry Tempest Williams and therapist Kristin Hodson to hear how they are thinking about our less touchy world. GUESTS David Linden, professor of Neuroscience at John Hopkins University School of Medicine, author of Touch: The Science of the Hand, Heart and Mind [ IndieBound | Amazon | Bookshop | Audible ] and most recently,

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit: mormonsex.info Shannon Hickman of Core Healing Counseling and Kristin Hodson join Natasha on this month’s Sex in the Mormon News. On this episode, they discuss several articles which include their criticism about an article coming out of BYU Idaho that talks about why comprehensive sex ed is damaging, discussion around the Mormon Mental Health statement that recently was released about worthiness interviews and then the policy that is harmful to homosexual members in the church. Also, Kristen tells her experience dealing with state legislature trying to teach consent in classrooms. Kristin Hodson is Founder and Executive Director of The Healing Group in and co-author of the newly published book Real Intimacy: A Couples Guide for Genuine, Healthy Sexuality. She practices as a psychotherapist with a passion helping women find their authentic self by working through areas where they feel stuck. Shannon Hickman is a LCSW, CST and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 12  years of experience in a variety of disciplines. Shannon derives great joy and satisfaction from helping individuals and couples discover the bliss that goes along with sex, intimacy, connection, relationships and much more at Core Healing Counseling in Murray, UT. Resources mentioned during podcast:   http://www.purecouples.org/blog/2018/8/5/husbands-your-wife-isnt-a-porn-star Home 01 Is Sugar the New Nicotine? 5 Ways to Move Forward They also discussed Caitlyn Ryan’s Family Acceptance Project which you can find here: https://familyproject.sfsu.edu/people/staff/caitlin-ryan

I’m sick of seeing so many couples and friends be completely lied to by their therapists. So, I figured it’s finally time to lay out some seriously-needed education. Therapists are the people we trust with our deepest, darkest, most personal and oftentimes shameful secrets. They’re supposed to help us navigate the most turbulent and challenging times in our lives. We trust their counsel explicitly and without question because, well, they’re professional counselors. But there’s something the therapist community rarely talks about that you should absolutely know before choosing a therapist! A good therapist will let you in on the secret, but most won’t… because if they tell you they might lose your business. To understand what I’m about to reveal, you have to understand how a therapist becomes a therapist. Where do Therapists Come From? Most people don’t know there are at least half-a-dozen different ways you can become a therapist. You can become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) often referred to as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a psychologist, a psychiatrist, or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Even though each of these degrees will provide you the title “therapist,” the stuff they teach you in each program is completely different. It’s similar to the way doctors work: You’ve got ear nose and throat doctors, pediatricians, cardiologists, pulmonologists, orthopedics, etc. They all call themselves doctors, and they probably took the same courses in their first year of med school, but the specialized training they receive is just that: specialized. The patients doctors serve and how they apply their skills is completely different based on their training. The same is true for therapists. They have specialized training. Here are a few examples: Some therapy grads might get most of their training on how to work with patients in a hospital system, while others learn to counsel students inside the school system. There are therapists who get lots of their education helping adolescents overcome substance abuse, eating disorders or addictions, and some who learn specifically about treating entire family systems, while others learn how to help couples overcome struggles in their marriage. Now, back to the doctor analogy... if you have a bad case of pneumonia, I’m guessing you wouldn’t want to see a gynecologist. You’d want to see a pulmonologist, right? The same should hold true for your mental and emotional health! Mothers with postpartum depression shouldn’t be meeting with a therapist who specializes in helping teenage boys overcome their addiction to adderall. It wouldn’t make any sense, and the therapist likely isn’t qualified to properly treat such a patient. A therapist “mismatch” can be really harmful… and it does happen quite frequently. But it doesn’t stop there! Treatment Methods Beyond the differences in training a therapist receives in school, and even the types of struggles they’ve trained to help people through, there’s another layer of differences which might be the most important: Different therapists specialize in different treatment methods called “modalities.” For example, one therapist might use equine therapy (therapy with horses) to help a client learn to build trust, while another therapist might use recreational therapy (physical exercise and training) and have their client exercise in a group setting to achieve a similar outcome. Some therapists use art therapy, some prefer music therapy, a lot of therapists use emotionally focused therapy (EFT) which focuses on how people form emotional attachments to and bond with others. A lot of marriage therapists will likely use the Gottman Method, which focuses more on teaching skills and techniques to practice in parenting and marriage. Mastering many of these modalities require hundreds of hours of study and training. And different treatment methods work better for different people. Do you see how if you’re not familiar with this industry, it can be really misleading and very confusing? And I’m not even finished yet! There is one more bit of crucial information that many therapists won’t tell you about. If you know me, you know spend nearly every waking hour studying, writing about, or thinking about marriage and relationships. I was shocked to find that of the 500,000+ therapists in the US, only a tiny percent (less than 10%) have any formal training or education specific to couples or marriages. And... Of those who do work with couples, only a tiny portion have any training or education around... wait for it... sex! (Not trying to put myself on a pedestal, but simply from my own curiosity and voracious reading, self-directed research over the last few years, and attending a dozen seminars from the world’s top sex experts - even without grad school - I probably have more training and education around sex and marriage than most therapists.) If all that wasn’t enough... Here’s the icing on the cake - any therapist can call themselves a Relationship Therapist or Sex Therapist! There isn’t any title control in the industry. That means right now, it’s completely possible for a therapist who has only ever studied and worked with anxious toddlers to wake up one day, decide to switch gears, change their title to “Sex Therapist” and, that very afternoon, label a client a “sex addict” . . . when they themselves have had no specialized training in sex, intimacy and sexual addictions! That absolutely boggles my mind. (This is exactly why I’ve paired up with Certified Sex Therapist, Kristin Hodson to spend an entire season talking about sex on the next season of my podcast, . You should absolutely check it out.) Despite all the complexity and nuance in the therapy world, I think it’s important for you to have someone to talk to - especially about you relationship - so I’ve put together a list of tips to help you find the perfect therapist for you. How To Choose A Therapist How on earth are you supposed to choose a good therapist with so many variables in play? Finding the right therapist can take a little work and a lot of time. If you’re smart, you’ll find an awesome therapist before you actually need one. To help you out, I’ve put together a few tips to help you find the right therapist for you: Do your research Most therapists have a profile on . Their specialties will be listed right on their profile. If they say the specialize working with kids, and teens, and couples, that’s not a great sign. Look for someone who has spent their career helping people just like you. If you need help with your marriage, do you want to work with the guy who has helped hundreds of couples improve their marriages or the guy who wants to mix it up a little from all the substance abuse cases he sees every week? The more specific their profile is, the more specialized and trained they’re likely to be. If they don’t list the modalities they use, call or email them and ask! If you’re not sure what the differences in modalities are, ask. Ask how they work, what the experience would be like for you, and what kinds of results their clients have had in seeking healing through the various methods. Ask for a free consultation, even if it’s not advertised. A good therapist knows they’re more likely to gain your business if they can gain your trust. Know What You Want Some people want a therapist because they need an emotional safe haven where they can work through their struggles every week. Other people want to address a problem, fix it, and never see their therapist again. Neither one of these is right or wrong, but being clear about what you want or need out of a therapist will impact which therapist you choose. Would you prefer to talk to a man or a woman? Is it important to you that they understand your religious background, cultural upbringing, or sexual orientation? Is their career experience more important than having good therapist/patient chemistry between the two of you? Do you need someone who will stand up to you and push back on you if you need some tough love, or someone who will be a gentle guide, and provide a safe space for you to unload your hurts? The more clear you are about what you need, the more likely you’ll be to find it. Ask for Referrals The people you love the most probably share some of your preferences for food, movies, music and more likely than not, therapists. If you’re in need of some help or support, someone you love might have already done the work of finding the perfect counselor for you! Ask around. See if anyone you trust has a recommendation. It might save you a lot of footwork and stress. Talk to them before you meet for a session Think of your search for a therapist like you’re interviewing someone for a job. You hire a therapist to help you get a certain result in an important area of your life. So, have a conversation with them before you fork over $150+ to sit on their couch for an hour and share your deepest struggles with them! Here are some good “interview questions” that will help you hire the right therapist: What kind of clients do you love working with the most? Can you give me some examples of clients like me (us) that you’ve helped in the past? Why did you become a therapist? Tell me about what you specialize in. What’s your background and training? Give them a chance to prove themselves to you. If it feels right, trust your gut! Which leads me to... Trust Your Gut Really, your intuition is the most important thing. If you look at someone’s photo and you get a weird vibe, or you have a conversation with them and they make you feel awkward or uncomfortable, don’t hire them! It’s ok to say, “I don’t think this is going to be the best fit for us, thanks for your time!” This is one area of your life where you should absolutely be picky. Research actually shows the factor that most strongly influences a successful outcome in therapy is the , not the type treatment method they use. There are two things you never want to skimp on when it comes to quality. Toilet paper, and a therapist. Choosing the wrong one will just leave you in a worse mess than when you started. So, trust your gut. You’ll know when you’ve found the right one. To Summarize The world of therapists is vast, complex and can be really confusing… especially if you’re in dire need of talking to someone. Remember, some therapists try to cast a wide net by saying they specialize in working with everyone in a desperate effort to snag any client they can. Other therapists invest in highly specified training so they can effectively serve a clear-cut subset of people with very specific needs. And ANY therapist can call themselves a Sex Therapist or Relationship Therapist, so make sure you ask them about their credentials and training. (A highly-trained sex therapist will almost always be and the is a great place to start looking for a marriage therapist.) Finding the right therapist is important, and it might take some legwork. It can be the difference between a marriage succeeding or failing, or struggling with an issue for weeks and struggling for years. It requires a little work and investment, but the support a good therapist provides can last a lifetime and transform your life.

This podcast episode was originally recorded for "Mormon Sex Info" Podcast. It's now being refurbished for your enjoyment here at the "Healing Sols Podcast." For more from Natasha Helfer, LCMFT, CST, CSTS, please visit https://www.natashahelfer.com. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Alisha Worthington, SSW, a sexual educator, on the topic of sexual lubrication. This is a fascinating, educational podcast on such subjects as: How are our bodies designed to engage in sexual pleasure? What is the relationship between arousal and bodily fluids? What are the common myths and misconceptions about lubrication? What types of issues can get in the way of bodily function? What types of lubrication products exist? Which are good for you to use, and which can actually exacerbate problems? How do you define a good quality lube? Which kinds of lubes should you use depending on age, type of sex, use of sex toys or condoms, or even medications one might be taking? Where can you buy good lube? Alisha Worthington is an LDS Sexual Educator and has contributed to many media resources such as: FamilyShare.com and The Deseret News. She has been a regular contributor on the Radio From Hell show on x96 taking live calls on sex and intimacy and has been a guest on KUTV 2 morning news. She is an educator, group facilitator, and coach for The Healing Group, where she offers many workshops and services regarding women's health and sexuality, and co-author of the book Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality. She is also a member of the Mormon Mental Health Association. Links to resources that are covered during the podcast: Real Intimacy: a Couples Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality by Kristin Hodson, Alisha Worthington, and Thomas Harrison Smitten Kitten Yes! Coconu

This podcast episode was originally recorded for "Mormon Sex Info" Podcast. It's now being refurbished for your enjoyment here at the "Healing Sols Podcast." For more from Natasha Helfer, LCMFT, CST, CSTS, please visit https://www.natashahelfer.com. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Kristin Hodson, LCSW, CST regarding the common use of the term “porn” or “sex” addiction within our Mormon culture. They cover limitations and issues when individuals, spouses, leaders or professionals pathologize unwanted sexual behavior – as well as cover more sex-positive approaches that are more likely to lead to the sexual health all parties are interested in achieving. Kristin Hodson is an LDS Certified Sex Therapist and has contributed to many media resources such as: Sheknows.com, Woman's Day Magazine, and The Deseret News. She has been a regular contributor on the Radio From Hell show on x96 taking live calls on sex and intimacy, has appeared on KSL's Studio 5, and has been a monthly guest on KUTV 2 morning news. She is the Founder and Executive Director of The Healing Group, where she offers many workshops and services regarding women's health and sexuality, and co-author of the book Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality. Links to resources that are covered during the podcast: The Healing Group Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality by Kristin Hodson, Alisha Worthington, and Thomas Harrison AASECT Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch The Truth by Neil Strauss Recovering from the Trap of Pornography by Elder Dallin H. Oaks Expanding Sex Therapy and Gina Ogden Mormon Porn Project  

From when she was 8 years old, Kristin Hodson knew her calling was in social work. Today she improves and heals lives through teaching healthy sexuality as a certified sex therapist. Listen to her message and be empowered in your relationships.

Brannon, Ashlynn and Coby are joined by Kristin Hodson who is a sex therapist and they discuss how to establish sex in a relationship after a breach of trust. Kristin Hodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity. https://www.kristinbhodson.com IG: @kristinbhodson The Betrayed, The Addicted, and the Expert is a podcast production of Beyond Enough. This all started out as an opportunity to open up the discussion of how to move forward after infidelity, or an affair. We discuss the heavy stuff and share Coby and Ashlynn's real-life experience of recovery after sex addiction and betrayal trauma. All this is done alongside an expert in sex addiction Brannon Patrick. Whether you are struggling with the super heavy stuff of broken trust in your relationship, or if you just want to improve your communication and create better connection, this podcast will give you so much of what you are looking for. Don't know where to start? Start here: www.beyond-enough.com/step1 We are glad you found our season 3 episodes where we share some of our most advanced learnings and bring amazing experts on when it comes to relationships, and the challenges of healing both sides of the relationship after sex addiction and infidelity. Our journey has taken us a long ways from the time we recorded these episodes, but many have still found help and hope for healing in the information. We hope you always seek healing first for yourself, and where possible for the relationship, though staying together or choosing divorce or separation can occur at the point of betrayal and at times even after healing from betrayal and addictions. If you would like support in healing from betrayal we'd invite you to look at our program https://www.beyond-enough.com/beyondbetrayal It is not a program about staying together or leaving your partner, but rather finding the healing we need as an individual who has been made aware of our partner cheating. If you would like support from a licensed therapist contact Brannon's office at www.utahtherapy.org To find out about Ashlynn's groups https://www.thisisashlynn.com/mentoring To get support from Coby check out www.growwithcoby.com Thanks for your continued support for the podcast throughout all of our journey.

Brannon, Ashlynn and Coby are joined by Kristin Hodson who is a sex therapist and they discuss how to establish sex in a relationship after a breach of trust.   Kristin Hodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity. https://www.kristinbhodson.com IG: @kristinbhodson The Betrayed, The Addicted, and the Expert is a podcast production of Beyond Enough. This all started out as an opportunity to open up the discussion of how to move forward after infidelity, or an affair. We discuss the heavy stuff and share Coby and Ashlynn's real-life experience of recovery after sex addiction and betrayal trauma. All this is done alongside an expert in sex addiction Brannon Patrick. Whether you are struggling with the super heavy stuff of broken trust in your relationship, or if you just want to improve your communication and create better connection, this podcast will give you so much of what you are looking for. Don't know where to start?  Start here: www.beyond-enough.com/step1 Check out our Course Shattered Trust to Thriving Intimacy here... www.shatteredtothriving.com And subscribe to the podcast here... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Connect with us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/betrayedaddi... Connect with us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/recovery_co... https://www.instagram.com/brannon_pat... https://www.instagram.com/ashlynnandcoby  

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit: mormonsex.info Natasha  leads a monthly podcast “bookclub style” with colleagues who also happen to be AASECT Certified Sex Therapists in regards to current articles, news stories, research, etc. that have to do with the Mormon community from a sex-positive perspective. This month join Natasha, Kristin Hodson and Shannon Hickman as they discuss an article written anonymously by an LDS woman on the Exponent ii website called Virginal Sex. She shares her thoughts about how the lack of sexual education affected her sexuality in the context of her marriage. Resources Mentioned: Aimee Heffernan: Achieving Female Orgasm Jennifer Finlayson Fife: LDS Female Sexuality with Jennifer Finlayson-Fife Part 1 Sex Positivity in Mormonism

Today we talk with Kristin Hodson, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. She encourages us to genuinely suspend all judgment, belief and ideas about so many things in this time. That includes what it means to be a good mother and a good person going through quarantine. Kristin talks about how to leave room for grace and be champions of each other, including ourselves.

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit: mormonsex.info Four Certified Sex Therapists who routinely work with Mormon clientele continue to offer a response to An Open Letter to Bishops from a Wife of a Pornography Addict: 7 Things I Wish You Knew.  Natasha Helfer Parker, Kristin Hodson, Kristin Marie Bennion and Shannon Hickman lead a thorough discussion walking listeners through both the clinically sound parts of the piece as well as those perspectives that they consider not helpful and even harmful to potential readers.

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit: mormonsex.info Four Certified Sex Therapists who routinely work with Mormon clientele offer a response to An Open Letter to Bishops from a Wife of a Pornography Addict: 7 Things I Wish You Knew.  Natasha Helfer Parker, Kristin Hodson, Kristin Marie Bennion and Shannon Hickman lead a thorough discussion walking listeners through both the clinically sound parts of the piece as well as those perspectives that they consider not helpful and even harmful to potential readers.

One of the biggest questions I get asked at The Vagina Blog is about orgasms, especially how to have one if you never have or used to but can't anymore.  Kristin Hodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity. On this episode we talk about orgasm, libido and becoming your own sex expert.

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit: mormonsex.info October 2016 featured two opposing Op-Eds in the Salt Lake Tribune (here and here) focusing on the issue of pornography, and especially if an “addiction” model (“pornography is highly addicting”) is appropriate to be taught in high school settings. The impetus for the initial opinion piece was the propriety of allowing the group “Fight the New Drug” (FTND) to offer presentations in public school assemblies or other gathering types, especially since the science behind the claims FTND makes about pornography as “addicting” is not credible (at least that is the claim of the writers). Leaders of FTND and others who work with clients under the “pornography addiction” model and the therapies it suggests wrote a response challenging the claims made in the first Op-ed, linking to studies they say supports all the arguments they make or that challenge studies that underlie the thinking of those who oppose the “addiction” model. It is a fascinating back-and-forth that highlights a major division within helping communities with regard to the effects of pornography upon the human brain and body, and the best approach(es) to take when someone comes to a therapist for help with a level of pornography usage they feel is is problematic. In this two-part episode, two of the authors of the first Op-ed, Natasha Helfer Parker and Kristin Hodson (both Mormon and certified sex therapists), along with neuroscientist and sex researcher Dr. Nicole Prause and counselor and sex therapist Jay Blevins (who are both non-LDS), join Mormon Matters host Dan Wotherspoon for a wide-ranging discussion of the research surrounding the effects of pornography and if it shows the markers typically associated with “addiction,” and why this group feels the model fails—not only scientifically but with the therapies that arise out of this framing doing more harm than good. The host and panel discuss the influence of religious framings on both therapists and clients that are likely very much at play in preferring the “addiction” model, what other factors might be at play in continuing to use this language and claims about pornography usage, the propriety of it being presented in schools that allow no teachings whatsoever about sexuality within the curriculum yet still allow scare-inducing warnings against pornography (which, in itself, seems incomprehensible apart from understanding healthy sexuality first), along with various other models for assisting those who self-report as pornography or sex “addicts”—and why they feel these other framings and therapies yield better results. Plus so much more! Resources mentioned during podcast: Op-Ed: “Utah Students Need Real Sex-Ed, not ‘Fight the New Drug’,” Salt Lake Tribune, 1 October 2016 Op-Ed: “Utah Students Need Real Sex-Ed and ‘Fight the New Drug’,” Salt Lake Tribune, 8 October 2016 Natasha Helfer Parker, Mormon Sex Info website Kristin Hodson’s therapy practice website: The Healing Group Kristin Hodson, et al, Real Intimacy: A Couple’s Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality (Cedar Fort, 2012) “Sex-Positivity in Mormonism,” Mormon Matters podcast episode, Nos. 314-315. December 17, 2015. Dallin H. Oaks, “Recovering from the Trap of Pornography,” Ensign, Ocober 2015 AASECT: American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists website  Utah Sex Therapy Association website

Latter-day Saints have been talking about what an ideal marriage would look like ever since they were a young child in primary."I love to see the temple," they sing, "I'll go inside someday."No one goes into a marriage thinking they are going to experience a betrayal.So, what happens when that story of the ideal marriage gets ripped out of your hands? When betrayal happens, what do you do next? How to you navigate all the emotions that come along with it without dooming the relationship to failure?In this week's episode of the podcast, we continue our conversation with Kristin Hodson, AASECT certified Sex Therapist and LCSW, about how to navigate an intimate betrayal in your relationship.

Episode 9 Title – The Building Blocks to Creating open communication with your children about Sex   Subtitle – with Kristin Hodson   Kristin Hodson is a certified sex therapist and mother of three.  She has devoted her life to supporting parent, partners and professionals become the sex experts in their own lives and in their family.  She teaches human sexuality at a Master’s level, hosts regular workshops in her community and around the country, is regularly sought out as an expert in the media and has an ever growing online community through instagram where she drops daily nuggets of sexual health information and wisdom.  Additionally, she is the founder and CEO of The Healing Group, a mental health practice in Utah that specializes in sexual health, maternal mental health and couple’s work.    In this weeks episode, Samantha and Kristin go through different stages/ages of development and Kristin points out the importance of the building blocks of learning in all areas, including sexual health. She focusing on what some important building blocks are from birth through teen years. These nuggets of goodness made me really think and analyze my role as the sex expert in my family with the goal of my children knowing that I am the person they can come to with any question at any time.   Thank you, Kristin, for your time and expertise!   To connect with Kristin or find out more about all she offers you can check her out at – Website – www.kristinbhodson.com Instagram – www.instagram.com/kristinbhodson   Children’s Consent Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3nhM9UlJjc   To find out more about Samantha or to join her – Website – https://www.samanthadayconsulting.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/samanthadaysleepconsulting/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/samanthadaysleepconsulting/

Kristin Hodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.  She is Founder and Executive Director of The Healing Group mental health clinic in Salt Lake City and Co-Author of the book Real Intimacy: A Couples Guide for Genuine, Healthy Sexuality (Cedar Fort 2011). Additionally she works as an adjunct professor teaching human sexuality to master level students working to become Social Workers and founded the Rocky Mountain Sex Summit in an effort to increase sexual health competency in mental health professionals. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity, hone their sexual values, improve their communication around sexuality all with the intention to improve people’s relationships with themselves and others.Kristin is approachable, relatable and has a light sense of humor around something that often feels intimidating or heavy. She has been a guest presenter for nationally renowned sex therapist Dr. Gina Ogden and Dr. Tammy Nelson and has contributed to national media outlets including Huffington Post Live, NPR, Women’s Day Magazine and MTV and local outlets including RadioWest, Studio5,The Deseret News, RadioWest, The Salt Lake Tribune, Salt Lake City magazine, various podcasts and local news outlets.  Kristin is a Mom of 3 wild things and a partner to her husband Jake living in Salt Lake City, Ut and Playa Grande, Costa Rica.

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE OF THE PODCAST WE TALK WITH JAKE AND KRISTIN HODSON ABOUT THEIR OWN KIND OF HERO’S JOURNEY.At the end of 2017, Jake and Kristin realized that they were living their lives in fast forward. With two successful careers, soccer practice, gymnastics, doctor’s appointments, church callings, family and friend duties, and more they felt like they were barely keeping their heads above water rather than being in control of their own lives.Jake mentioned the Three Deadly C’s that had a hold on their family:Consumption, Convenience, and Comfort.Jake and Kris have been married for 12 years and are parents to three wild things ages 10, 7, 4.  They've worked hard throughout the course of their marriage to become partners in parenting, professional pursuits, and personal passions which include travel adventures, surfing, yoga, snowboarding, and anything water related. Jake is a Certified Yoga Instructor and works full-time in the professional world of commercial real estate. Kris is a Certified Sex Therapist,  founder of The Healing Group, a mental health clinic in Salt Lake City, author Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Genuine, Healthy Sexuality, and a regular speaker on sexual health. You can find more about them at TheTaoOfHodson.com

Today is the second in our series of episodes titled “You Are Your Child’s Most Important Teacher.”  Dina Alexander is a mother of three teenagers and the founder of Educate and Empower Kids, which is an incredible resource for those “difficult conversations” we all need and want to have with our kids, but we’re just not sure where to start. On this week’s episode, Dina is teaching us how to talk to our kids about pornography. I am so grateful for her expertise and confidence on this topic. This is a heavy, intimidating topic for me to cover. I want to be so careful with what I put out there on this topic because I know it’s triggering for people who have experienced this within their families, and I know there are a lot of different opinions on the best ways to handle the topic of pornography when talking to your kids. If anything, I hope the episode gets you thinking and gets you talking with people you trust about how you want to handle this topic within your home. How to Educate and Empower Kids About PornographyDina’s three takeaways for talking to your kids about pornography: Define pornography for your kids and discuss possible places your child may be exposed. With your child, create a plan when they are confronted with porn (what will they say and do? how will they tell you what they’ve seen?) In conjunction with talking about pornography, you must talk about its opposite: Healthy sexual intimacy. Show Notes:  Dina’s Website: https://educateempowerkids.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/educateempowerkids/?ref=bookmarks For Parents: How to Talk to Your Kids About Pornography 30 Days of Sex Talks 30 Days to a Stronger Child  Children’s Books: Petra’s Power to See: A Media Literacy Adventure Noah’s New Phone: A Story About Using Technology for Good Messages About Me: A Journey to Healthy Body Image (find the boys’ version HERE) And newest book: Conversations with My Kids: 30 Essential Family Discussions For the Digital Age The first episode in this series, “How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex” with Kristin Hodson had incredible response. Give it a listen if you haven’t already! -This month’s episodes are brought to us by MAMA POWER, a revolutionary six-month membership program by The Mama Ladder® that helps mamapreneurs GET. MORE. DONE. There’s no other business accelerator program like it for women, anywhere. Enrollment for Mama Power is open from September 14 to October 18. I have worked with The Mama Ladder® for over a year, and I was the founding member of Mama Power. To learn more about my experience, go to 3in30podcast.com/mamapower. Have you talked with your kids about pornography yet? Share in a comment below!

Do you consider yourself the sex expert of your home? Today we are discussing how to talk to your kids about sex. I know it seems like a big role — but it’s possible. Ninety-nine percent of what our kids need when they ask questions about their bodies is to know that we won’t shut them down.  Today is the first in a series of episodes that I’m calling “You Are Your Child’s Most Important Teacher.”  I am so grateful to have Kristin Hodson (https://www.kristinbhodson.com/) , certified sex therapist and mother of three, as our first guest in this series. Kristin is a true expert in the field of sexual health as she frequently teaches workshops to parents on this topic, writes for publications, teaches at the university-level, and counsels individuals about their sexuality in her private practice.  Kristin’s three takeaways for becoming the sex expert of your home include… Expand your definition from sex to sexual health, and have a thousand one-minute conversations with your children about sexual health over the course of their lifetimes.  Become comfortable with your own sexual history and development so you’re comfortable talking about these topics with your kids. (For Kristin’s guide to figuring this out, make sure you’re subscribed to our emails here (https://mailchi.mp/3in30podcast/kristinhodson) .) View talking to your kids about sex as a skill you will get better at with practice.  Kristin is a wealth of knowledge and resources around sexual health, so make sure you check out her website or find her on Instagram!  Show Notes: Full transcript of this episode here. Kristin’s website: kristinbhodson.com (https://www.kristinbhodson.com/) Kristin’s Instagram: @kristinbhodson (https://www.instagram.com/kristinbhodson/) To get Kristin’s questions about your sexual history and development, sign up here (https://mailchi.mp/3in30podcast/kristinhodson) . To see Rachel's recommendations for the best children's books on this topic, please visit https://3in30podcast.com/books/ (https://3in30podcast.com/books/) Announcements: -Check out 3in30podcast.com/workshops (https://3in30podcast.com/workshops/) to see a list of my upcoming workshops! I am so happy to say I have an option for EVERYONE! -This month’s episodes are brought to us by The Mama Ladder (https://themamaladder.com/) ® that helps mamapreneurs GET. MORE. DONE. There’s no other business accelerator program like it for women, anywhere. Enrollment for Mama Power is open from September 14 to October 18. I have worked with The Mama Ladder® for over a year, and I was the founding member of Mama Power. To learn more about my experience, go to 3in30podcast.com/mamapower. (http://3in30podcast.com/mamapower)

Kristin Hodson is founder of The Healing Group and AASECT certified Sex Therapist empowering parents, partners, and people in their relationships + sexuality. Kristin and I talked about improving your relationship and sex with your partner through being more empathetic and creative. We also talked about talking to your kids about sex; where to start ... more »

Kristin Hodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.  She is Founder and Executive Director of The Healing Group mental health clinic in Salt Lake City and Co-Author of the book Real Intimacy: A Couples Guide for Genuine, Healthy Sexuality (Cedar Fort 2011). Additionally, she works as an adjunct professor teaching human sexuality to master level students working to become Social Workers and founded the Rocky Mountain Sex Summit in an effort to increase sexual health competency in mental health professionals. She has a unique ability to break down the topics of sexuality into easily digestible pieces empowering people to further develop their sexual identity, hone their sexual values, improve their communication around sexuality all with the intention to improve people’s relationships with themselves and others. Kristin is approachable, relatable and has a light sense of humor around something that often feels intimidating or heavy. She has been a guest presenter for nationally renowned sex therapist Dr. Gina Ogden and Dr. Tammy Nelson and has contributed to national media outlets including Huffington Post Live, NPR, Women’s Day Magazine and MTV and local outlets including RadioWest, Studio5,The Deseret News, RadioWest, The Salt Lake Tribune, Salt Lake City magazine, various podcasts and local news outlets. Kristin is a Mom of 3 wild things and a partner to her husband Jake living in Salt Lake City, Ut and Playa Grande, Costa Rica. You won't want to miss this conversation! I studied health promotion for my undergrad, and I remember thinking it was a little strange when one of my classes was completely focused on reproductive health even though it was supposed to be about general health throughout the lifespan. The reality is sexual health is not just something that comes up every once in a while. It isn't a "talk" you can have once or twice and check it off of your parental responsibility checklist. Talking about sexual health is infused into everything we do. If you don't believe me, listen to this episode. We all need to get really comfortable with this conversation. Our kids are going to look for this information one way or another. It needs to come from their parents. More than this, our culture is already steeping in sexual culture. If we don't talk about it and help our children recognize it, they will hear about it even without trying. Kristin shares an example of teaching her son how to recognize sexualized lyrics in the music he was listening to. I talk about subtle language that creeps into the way we talk to one another that prepares our children to consider boundaries and consent. It isn't always an explicit discussion about sex. It is talking about appropriate touch, red flags, safety, relationships, and interactions with one another.  Find more from Kristin at http://kristinbhodson.com Join the Family Success Toolkit Free Membership http://homeandfamilyculture.com  

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit: mormonsex.info Please enjoy the episode. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Aimee Heffernan, LMFT in regards to achieving what can at times seem like the elusive female orgasm. They cover all types of topics from psychological aspects that can get in the way of climax, to specific techniques that women and their partners can find helpful. What ruts can we get stuck in either in regards to sexual practice or sexual meaning? How does self-pleasure and self-exploration begin a self knowledge that can translate to orgasmic potential? How can using a vibrator help achieve orgasm? Does the G-Spot exist? What about multiple orgasms? What is squirting? How do we improve our communication skills around these types of conversations?   head shot webAimee Heffernan grew up in Salt Lake City in a very open-minded, unorthodox, feminist, Mormon home. She was raised with the beautiful aspects of Mormon theology balanced with the nuance and complicated parts church history. Aimee attended Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA before she went on her mission to Sendai, Japan. She graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Sociology and with a masters degree from Seattle Pacific University in Marriage and Family Therapy. Aimee has a private practice in Redmond, WA, where she specializes in relationships, infidelity, sexuality, faith/spirituality crisis and transitions, mixed faith marriages, women’s issues, self-esteem and identity. She is a trained educator for the Gottman Bringing Baby Home program. She is currently working towards becoming a certified sex therapist through AASECT. Aimee has presented for the NW Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society, local schools, more church functions than she can count, and enjoys speaking about mental, emotional, and sexual health. Resources mentioned during the podcast:   My Official Stance on Masturbation blog post by Natasha Helfer Parker   How Can I Go to the Temple if I’m Still Masturbating blog post by Natasha Helfer Parker   Kristin Hodson featured on Episode 1: Porn Addiction: Is It Real?   LDS Female Sexuality with Jennifer Finlayson-Fife on Mormon Mental Health Podcast   OMGYES   Kinsey Institute   Sex + w/ Laci Green   Sexplantions with Dr. Doe   Lovers   Blue Boutique located in Salt Lake City   Sex toy called Double Trouble Other Resources:   Sex Smart Films: Promoting Sexual Literacy   The Clitoris: A Complete Sex Guide   Babeland

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit: mormonsex.info Please enjoy the episode. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Dr. Gina Ogden, PhD, LMFT on one of the most common complaints that get brought to sex therapists: low female sexual desire. Gina shares years of experience where she helps us ask pivotal questions to break this construct apart. What is it that we desire? Do women give themselves permission to experience pleasure? Gina instructs on her 4-dimensional model approach to what she calls the Integrative Wheel of Sexual Experience – where we delve into Body, Mind, Heart and Spirit. Walking through these four dimensions is an approach that allows one to take a holistic approach to such things as libido or erotic differences in partnerships. Gina has agreed to return to Mormon Sex Info for a “part 2” of this in-depth conversation of what it means to delve into the erotic space of desire.   GINA 3x4HighRes JPGGina Ogden is an award-winning sex therapist, family therapist, researcher, teacher, and author. She is founder of the Relational Sexuality Network, an international collaboration of practitioners whose mission is to expand the practice of therapy and sex therapy beyond limiting notions of function and dysfunction to include a wide range of diversity and experience. She conducts retreats and trainings internationally, lectures widely, leads tele-seminars attended by professionals all over the world, and has appeared in the media from talk radio to the Oprah Winfrey Show. She supervises and trains sex therapists, physicians, nurses, social workers, family therapists, and other health providers in the Four-Dimensional Wheel approach, to broaden their understanding of sexual experience. She conducted the only nationwide survey on integrating sexuality and spirituality. She is the author of ten books so far. Her most recent books for a general readership (all published by Trumpeter) are: The Return of Desire (2008) and The Heart & Soul of Sex (2006). The 3rd edition of Women Who Love Sex, was published in 2007. Her books for a professional readership (all published by Routledge) are: Expanding the Practice of Sex Therapy: An Integrative Model for Exploring Desire and Intimacy, (2012) and Extraordinary Sex Therapy: Creative Approaches for Clinician (2015)—an edited collection of innovative and creative approaches from colleagues in the US and the UK. Her 4-D Wheel workbook for clinicians is : Exploring Desire & Intimacy: Innovative Approaches, Practical Applications–due in September, 2016. Links to resources that are covered during the podcast:   Lessons From Women Who Love Sex – Poster graciously offered by Gina Ogden   The Return of Desire: A Guide to Rediscovering your Sexual Passion by Gina Ogden   Exploring Desire & Intimacy: Innovative Approaches, Practical Applications (due out in September of 2016)   Kristin Hodson of the Healing Group and author of Real Intimacy: A Couples Guide for Genuine, Healthy Sexuality   The Chalice and the Blade: Our History, Our Future by Riane Eisler

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit: mormonsex.info Please enjoy the episode. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Alisha Worthington, SSW, a sexual educator, on the topic of providing healthy sexual education to our pre-adolescent children. How do we approach sexuality of children without projecting our own adult sensibilities? What do we teach about sexuality without even realizing it? What are the best ways to respond to things like masturbation/self-touch, pornography viewing, and experiences such as “playing doctor?” How do we talk to our kids about their body parts? How do we teach protective stances and boundaries, especially when it comes to the potential of child sexual abuse? How do we avoid shaming/fear-based sex education and embrace pleasure-based sex education, even when we want to reinforce concepts such as consent, appropriate boundaries and the risks associated with sexuality? And much more….   IMG_3507c-805x1024-1Alisha Worthington is an LDS Sexual Educator and has contributed to many media resources such as: FamilyShare.com and The Deseret News. She has been a regular contributor on the Radio From Hell show on x96 taking live calls on sex and intimacy and has been a guest on KUTV 2 morning news. She is an educator, group facilitator, and coach for The Healing Group, where she offers many workshops and services regarding women’s health and sexuality, and co-author of the book Real Intimacy: A Couple’s Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality. She is also a member of the Mormon Mental Health Association. Links to resources that are covered during the podcast:   Elizabeth Smart Foundation: Mission focused on preventing and stopping predatory crimes.   Yes! You can talk to your kids about sex by Kristin Hodson and Alisha Worthington   A Parent’s Guide an LDS Manual   Teaching Youths in the 21st Century by Elder M. Russell Ballard   The Naked People in Your iPod by Paul Malan   Where Willie Went by Nicholas Allan   It’s Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex and Sexual Health by Robbie Harris and Michael Emberley   For Goodness Sex by Al Vernacchio   The Case for Teaching Kids ‘Vagina,’ ‘Penis,’ and ‘Vulva’   Why You Should Teach Your Kids Correct Names for Genitals

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit:  mormonsex.info Please enjoy the episode. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Alisha Worthington, SSW, a sexual educator, on the topic of sexual lubrication. This is a fascinating, educational podcast on such subjects as: How are our bodies designed to engage in sexual pleasure? What is the relationship between arousal and bodily fluids? What are the common myths and misconceptions about lubrication? What types of issues can get in the way of bodily function? What types of lubrication products exist? Which are good for you to use, and which can actually exacerbate problems? How do you define a good quality lube? Which kinds of lubes should you use depending on age, type of sex, use of sex toys or condoms, or even medications one might be taking? Where can you buy good lube?   Alisha Worthington is an LDS Sexual Educator and has contributed to many media resources such as: FamilyShare.com and The Deseret News. She has been a regular contributor on the Radio From Hell show on x96 taking live calls on sex and intimacy and has been a guest on KUTV 2 morning news. She is an educator, group facilitator, and coach for The Healing Group, where she offers many workshops and services regarding women's health and sexuality, and co-author of the book Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality. She is also a member of the Mormon Mental Health Association.   Links to resources that are covered during the podcast:   Real Intimacy: a Couples’ Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality by Kristin Hodson, Alisha Worthington, and Thomas Harrison https://www.smittenkittenonline.com Smitten Kitten https://www.yesyesyes.org Yes! https://coconu.com/products Coconu

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit:  mormonsex.info Please enjoy the episode. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Kristin Hodson, LCSW, CST regarding the common use of the term "porn" or "sex" addiction within our Mormon culture. They cover limitations and issues when individuals, spouses, leaders or professionals pathologize unwanted sexual behavior - as well as cover more sex-positive approaches that are more likely to lead to the sexual health all parties are interested in achieving. Kristin Hodson is an LDS Certified Sex Therapist and has contributed to many media resources such as: Sheknows.com, Woman’s Day Magazine, and The Deseret News. She has been a regular contributor on the Radio From Hell show on x96 taking live calls on sex and intimacy, has appeared on KSL’s Studio 5, and has been a monthly guest on KUTV 2 morning news. She is the Founder and Executive Director of The Healing Group, where she offers many workshops and services regarding women's health and sexuality, and co-author of the book Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality.   Links to resources that are covered during the podcast:   https://www.thehealinggroup.com The Healing Group https://www.amazon.com/Real-Intimacy-Couples-Healthy-Sexuality/dp/1462110525/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1455249226&sr=8-1&keywords=real+intimacy+by+kristin+hodson Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality by Kristin Hodson, Alisha Worthington, and Thomas Harrison https://www.aasect.org AASECT https://www.amazon.com/Passionate-Marriage-Committed-Relationships-Paperback/dp/B00BSZTRU0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1455251852&sr=8-1&keywords=passionate+marriage Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch https://www.amazon.com/Truth-Uncomfortable-Book-About-Relationships/dp/0060898763/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1455259946&sr=8-1&keywords=the+truth+by+neil+strauss The Truth by Neil Strauss https://www.lds.org/ensign/2015/10/recovering-from-the-trap-of-pornography?lang=eng" Recovering from the Trap of Pornography by Elder Dallin H. Oaks Expanding Sex Therapy and Gina Ogden Mormon Porn Project 

Kristin Hodson is the founder and executive director of The Healing Group. As a LCSW and Certified Sex Therapist, she specializes in maternal mental health and healthy sexuality. In this interview she discusses issues regarding sexuality that are unique to conservative religious cultures, developing the confidence and skills to talk with our kids about intimacy, how we can better identify and support mothers who might be struggling with postpartum depression, and the importance of seeking out Christlike love and understanding in our relationships with those in the LGBTQ community.  This interview was conducted by Nollie Haws. An edited transcript, including photos of Kristin and her family, may be found at our website, here. 

Shannon Hickman of Core Healing Counseling and Kristin Hodson of the Healing Group join Natasha on this month’s Sex in the Mormon News. On this episode, they discuss several articles which include their criticism about an article coming out of BYU Idaho that talks about why comprehensive sex ed is damaging, discussion around the Mormon Mental Health statement that recently was released about worthiness interviews and then the policy that is harmful to homosexual members in the church.  Also, Kristin tells her experience dealing with state legislature trying to teach consent in classrooms. Links to articles: http://www.purecouples.org/blog/2018/8/5/husbands-your-wife-isnt-a-porn-star http://sexualwholeness.com https://ldsmag.com/why-comprehensive-sexuality-education-does-more-harm-than-good/ They also discussed Caitlyn Ryan’s Family Acceptance Project which you can find here: https://familyproject.sfsu.edu/people/staff/caitlin-ryan Thank you to all that have donated to Mormon Mental Health. To donate, please go here and consider becoming a monthly supporter: www.mormonmentalhealth.org

Orgasms can be tricky and elusive things to experience. Unless you understand the context and the circumstances that create a good orgasm, you can chase it and chase it and it will always remain just out of reach. On today's episode, Nate and Certified Sex Therapist, Kristin Hodson, talk about the female orgasm, and how to increase your capacity to achieve one. The episode is JAM PACKED with information. Listen closely to make sure you don't miss anything. And if you have questions, feel free to reach out to nate@first7years.com.

Natasha Helfer Parker is going to lead a monthly podcast "bookclub style" with colleagues who also happen to be AASECT Certified Sex Therapists in regards to current articles, news stories, research, etc. that has to do with the Mormon community.  This month join Natasha, Kristin Hodson and Shannon Hickman as they discuss an article written by an LDS woman. 

With panelists Bishop Sam Young, LDS mother Jamie Hanis-Handy, attorney Brynne Thomas Gant, and certified sex therapist Kristin Hodson

With panelists Bishop Sam Young, LDS mother Jamie Hanis-Handy, attorney Brynne Thomas Gant, and certified sex therapist Kristin Hodson

Four Certified Sex Therapists who routinely work with Mormon clientele offer a response to An Open Letter to Bishops from a Wife of a Pornography Addict: 7 Things I Wish You Knew.  Natasha Helfer Parker, Kristin Hodson, Kristin Marie Bennion and Shannon Hickman lead a thorough discussion walking listeners through both the clinically sound parts of the piece, as well as the perspectives they consider misinformed, inappropriate or even harmful to potential readers and ecclesiastical leaders. 

Four Certified Sex Therapists who routinely work with Mormon clientele offer a response to An Open Letter to Bishops from a Wife of a Pornography Addict: 7 Things I Wish You Knew.  Natasha Helfer Parker, Kristin Hodson, Kristin Marie Bennion and Shannon Hickman lead a thorough discussion walking listeners through both the clinically sound parts of the piece, as well as the perspectives they consider misinformed, inappropriate or even harmful to potential readers and ecclesiastical leaders. 

No Place is less Knowledgeable than Utah.  In our first episode, Sex (mis)Education in Utah, Managing Editor Glen Warchol grills sex therapist Kristin Hodson about the state’s mind-boggling sex-education ignorance and how it threatens our kids’ health.

The past ten days featured two opposing Op-Eds in the Salt Lake Tribune focusing on the issue of pornography, and especially if an “addiction” model (“pornography is highly addicting”) is appropriate to be taught in high school settings. The impetus for the initial opinion piece was the propriety of allowing the group “Fight the New Drug” (FTND) to offer presentations in public school assemblies or other gathering types, especially since the science behind the claims FTND makes about pornography as “addicting” is not credible (at least that is the claim of the writers). Leaders of FTND and others who work with clients under the “pornography addiction” model and the therapies it suggests wrote a response challenging the claims made in the first Op-ed, linking to studies they say supports all the arguments they make or that challenge studies that underlie the thinking of those who oppose the “addiction” model. It is a fascinating back-and-forth that highlights a major division within helping communities with regard to the effects of pornography upon the human brain and body, and the best approach(es) to take when someone comes to a therapist for help with a level of pornography usage they feel is is problematic.  In this two-part episode, two of the authors of the first Op-ed, Natasha Helfer Parker and Kristin Hodson (both Mormon and certified sex therapists), along with neuroscientist and sex researcher Dr. Nicole Prause and sex therapist Jay Blevins (who are both non-LDS), join Mormon Matters host Dan Wotherspoon for a wide-ranging discussion of the research surrounding the effects of pornography and if it shows the markers typically associated with “addiction,” and why this group feels the model fails—not only scientifically but with the therapies that arise out of this framing doing more harm than good. The host and panel discuss the influence of religious framings on both therapists and clients that are likely very much at play in preferring the “addiction” model, what other factors might be at play in continuing to use this language and claims about pornography usage, the propriety of it being presented in schools that allow no teachings whatsoever about sexuality within the curriculum yet still allow scare-inducing warnings against pornography (which, in itself, seems incomprehensible apart from understanding healthy sexuality first), along with various other models for assisting those who self-report as pornography or sex “addicts”—and why they feel these other framings and therapies yield better results. Plus so much more! In the future, as Mormon Matters can gather a panel of persons supporting the addiction model and treatment programs that employ that framing, we look forward to letting them present their reasons and challenge anything offered in this episode.

The past ten days featured two opposing Op-Eds in the Salt Lake Tribune focusing on the issue of pornography, and especially if an “addiction” model (“pornography is highly addicting”) is appropriate to be taught in high school settings. The impetus for the initial opinion piece was the propriety of allowing the group “Fight the New Drug” (FTND) to offer presentations in public school assemblies or other gathering types, especially since the science behind the claims FTND makes about pornography as “addicting” is not credible (at least that is the claim of the writers). Leaders of FTND and others who work with clients under the “pornography addiction” model and the therapies it suggests wrote a response challenging the claims made in the first Op-ed, linking to studies they say supports all the arguments they make or that challenge studies that underlie the thinking of those who oppose the “addiction” model. It is a fascinating back-and-forth that highlights a major division within helping communities with regard to the effects of pornography upon the human brain and body, and the best approach(es) to take when someone comes to a therapist for help with a level of pornography usage they feel is is problematic.  In this two-part episode, two of the authors of the first Op-ed, Natasha Helfer Parker and Kristin Hodson (both Mormon and certified sex therapists), along with neuroscientist and sex researcher Dr. Nicole Prause and sex therapist Jay Blevins (who are both non-LDS), join Mormon Matters host Dan Wotherspoon for a wide-ranging discussion of the research surrounding the effects of pornography and if it shows the markers typically associated with “addiction,” and why this group feels the model fails—not only scientifically but with the therapies that arise out of this framing doing more harm than good. The host and panel discuss the influence of religious framings on both therapists and clients that are likely very much at play in preferring the “addiction” model, what other factors might be at play in continuing to use this language and claims about pornography usage, the propriety of it being presented in schools that allow no teachings whatsoever about sexuality within the curriculum yet still allow scare-inducing warnings against pornography (which, in itself, seems incomprehensible apart from understanding healthy sexuality first), along with various other models for assisting those who self-report as pornography or sex “addicts”—and why they feel these other framings and therapies yield better results. Plus so much more! In the future, as Mormon Matters can gather a panel of persons supporting the addiction model and treatment programs that employ that framing, we look forward to letting them present their reasons and challenge anything offered in this episode.

Porn is a contraversial subject. It polarizes people. It gets people emotionally charged. It's also something that makes a lot of people uncomfortable to talk about. So, I'm taking one for the team! I'm going to have the conversation for you. In this episode Kristin and I talk about some important things:   What is porn? Is there such a thing as Porn Addiction? Why is this such a contraversial thing? What is addiction, exactly? Why do people look at porn? If you or someone you know has a negative relationship with porn, how do you talk about it, and/or seek out help and support? A lot of myths about porn will be busted in this conversation. I hope you listen to it, learn from it, and share it with people who might need it! I love you, Nate

Mormonism, like most religions, has many teachings about sex and intimacy. But, like everything else, teachings interact with persons, each with her or his own temperaments and autobiographies. As a result, the same teaching can strike each of us differently. For some, messages about embodied Gods, male and female, is incredibly empowering, even a help to them in developing positive attitudes toward their own sexuality. For others, the same teaching (and all its extensions) can trigger negative reactions as they imagine lives of eternal sex and childbearing, or find other extensions of the teaching problematic and disempowering. For some people, the Law of Chastity becomes an important element in their value system, leading them to take a healthy look at and make empowering choices regarding their sexual desires and actions. For others, it becomes a burden, something imposed upon them, and they end up making choices about sexual practice out of fear--fear of God, parents, church leaders--and as attempts to please others. Name the topic, and we Mormons, like everyone else, can end up in all sorts of emotional and spiritual spaces regarding sexuality: many positive, but many quite confused and inhibiting to intimacy in general, and/or an enjoyable and empowering sex life. In this two-part episode, a wonderful panel of marriage and family counselors who also have certifications in and/or a great deal of experience with sex therapy--Natasha Helfer Parker, Shannon Hickman, Kristin Hodson, and Kristin Marie Bennion--join Mormon Matters host Dan Wotherspoon for a terrific discussion of the issues surrounding sex that are quite common in Mormonism, and among the general public. But, as the title of the episode suggests, the main focus is on the sex-positive messaging that exists in Mormonism, and how we can better include it in our own thinking about and experiences of desire and physical intimacy. How can we create a gospel-based value system that incorporates LDS teachings about the goodness of our bodies, and that sex is not just about procreation but also pleasure and connection and relational intimacy? How do we incorporate and find the proper balance between messaging about the spiritual aspects of human sexuality and the intense and bodily driven emotions and activities that are a key element of sexual fulfillment? The panelists also address LDS teachings about pornography, as well as finding healthy ways to integrate our sexual pasts with our present sex lives--everything from the messaging we grew up with and absorbed into our views about ourselves and our bodies, to guilt over past sexual experimentation, to healing from unwanted sexual advances, even abuse.

Mormonism, like most religions, has many teachings about sex and intimacy. But, like everything else, teachings interact with persons, each with her or his own temperaments and autobiographies. As a result, the same teaching can strike each of us differently. For some, messages about embodied Gods, male and female, is incredibly empowering, even a help to them in developing positive attitudes toward their own sexuality. For others, the same teaching (and all its extensions) can trigger negative reactions as they imagine lives of eternal sex and childbearing, or find other extensions of the teaching problematic and disempowering. For some people, the Law of Chastity becomes an important element in their value system, leading them to take a healthy look at and make empowering choices regarding their sexual desires and actions. For others, it becomes a burden, something imposed upon them, and they end up making choices about sexual practice out of fear--fear of God, parents, church leaders--and as attempts to please others. Name the topic, and we Mormons, like everyone else, can end up in all sorts of emotional and spiritual spaces regarding sexuality: many positive, but many quite confused and inhibiting to intimacy in general, and/or an enjoyable and empowering sex life. In this two-part episode, a wonderful panel of marriage and family counselors who also have certifications in and/or a great deal of experience with sex therapy--Natasha Helfer Parker, Shannon Hickman, Kristin Hodson, and Kristin Marie Bennion--join Mormon Matters host Dan Wotherspoon for a terrific discussion of the issues surrounding sex that are quite common in Mormonism, and among the general public. But, as the title of the episode suggests, the main focus is on the sex-positive messaging that exists in Mormonism, and how we can better include it in our own thinking about and experiences of desire and physical intimacy. How can we create a gospel-based value system that incorporates LDS teachings about the goodness of our bodies, and that sex is not just about procreation but also pleasure and connection and relational intimacy? How do we incorporate and find the proper balance between messaging about the spiritual aspects of human sexuality and the intense and bodily driven emotions and activities that are a key element of sexual fulfillment? The panelists also address LDS teachings about pornography, as well as finding healthy ways to integrate our sexual pasts with our present sex lives--everything from the messaging we grew up with and absorbed into our views about ourselves and our bodies, to guilt over past sexual experimentation, to healing from unwanted sexual advances, even abuse.

Religions Preach Virtue… But Do They Do It Right? Most religions throughout the world ask their members to follow a model of sexual purity. The rules and consequences vary in their intensity from church to church, but I believe the overall intention is typically good and pure. However, anything – including good things – if taken to an extreme can be damaging. Self-confidence if taken to an extreme can become self-absorption. An optimist can quickly become unrealistic. Loyalty can become blindness. Honesty can become rudeness. Courage can become recklessness. Virtue and chastity, if taken to an extreme, also possess a dark side. When sexual purity is celebrated, sexuality tends to become demonized. Sex, and even feelings of pleasure, begin to be associated with extreme feelings of guilt and shame. People develop a fear of their own bodies. Misperceptions of Virtue = Bad Sex Unintentionally, we create a culture of unhealthy sexual beings. Religious individuals get married and are so scared of sexual arousal that they don't have sex for weeks or even months. Or, when they do have sex, it's associated with guilt and feelings of evil and darkness. Many couples never have good, enjoyable sex because they never explored their own bodies to understand what makes them feel good. Nor do they feel they have a right to feel good. Sexual pleasure has been portrayed as something evil. How sad that something so beautiful, and intimate – when taken to an extreme – can tear an otherwise healthy relationship apart. What Sex Should Be Sex should be something that brings couples together. It is the ultimate act of unity. It is foundation of the creation of family, and the most physical manifestation of love and vulnerability. Good sex requires work, communication, openness, selflessness, and a willingness to be in the moment and experience pleasure. If religious-types want to raise informed and sexually healthy individuals (which I believe most do), it might be time to reframe some of the ways we teach virtue and chastity. The following is a great start, developed by Kristin Hodson and Alisha Worthington, the guests on today's podcast. If you want to learn more about the BE HEALTHY process, and hear a bit more about how to find a healthy sexual balance for yourself, check out the podcast (at the top of the screen). BE HEALTHY Balance intimacy (physical, spiritual, emotional, sexual – pyramid) Embrace your growth edge (based on trust and Risk not safety) Have realistic expectations on range of experiences (how sex is like dining, good enough sex) Engaging your partner (being deliberate, increase the eros, flirt, desire to desire) Authenticity (be present in your sex—emotions, sensations – wanting to known and be known as you/they are) Learn how your body works and your partners (this also includes knowing your sexual history) Take time and treat it like a skill (schedule it – make it matter) Have conversation and negotiate   You know best (sexual agent – trust your experience, not looking to other sources to be experts on you)

In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with Kristin Hodson. She is the founder of the first women's specific mental health clinic in SLC, co-author of the book called Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Genuine, Healthy Sexuality and was previously on the Radio From Hell show on x96 as "The Sex Girls". A great conversation about sex and intimacy in Salt Lake City, Utah.  You can find all of the episodes of the podcast at www.iamsaltlake.com It is also available on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, and the Mediocre Radio Network. Connect with me on Facebook.com/IamSaltLake or on twitter.com/iamsaltlake Call the voicemail (385)202-5926 with upcoming events, feedback, what you love about Salt Lake City, or just to say hello. Please share with your family and friends! Thanks for the support! 

Kristin Hodson gives advice to adoptive parents on how to prepare for the child.

Kristin Hodson explains the normalities of a woman's postpartum health.

Kristin Hodson gives advice on how to keep the intimacy in your relationship after having a baby.

Kristin Hodson gives advice on how to ease into getting back to your pre-baby body.

Cathy Rankin introduces you to Kristin Hodson, the owner of The Healing Group. A group geared towards helping with women's issues.