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In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik is joined by Dr. Justin Lehmiller to explore the health benefits of masturbation. They discuss how masturbation can aid stress relief, improve sleep quality, and potentially lower the risk of prostate cancer. The conversation also touches on how it can enhance self-esteem, particularly in women, and potentially help alleviate menopause symptoms. Additionally, Dr. Lehmiller highlights the challenges of accessing masturbation benefits as individuals age and the role of creativity in maintaining a satisfying sex life across the lifespan. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00 Health Benefits of Masturbation 00:57 Menopause and Masturbation 02:14 Challenges and Accessibility 04:38 Sex Furniture for All Ages 05:16 Expansive Definition of Sex 05:42 Dr. Lehmiller's Current Research 09:36 Personal Habits and Life Hacks Stay connected with Dr. Justin Lehmiller on social media for daily insights and updates. Don't miss out—follow him now and check out these links! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/justinjlehmiller/?hl=en X - https://x.com/justinlehmiller?lang=en Sex and Psychology - https://sexandpsychology.com Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sex-and-psychology-podcast/id1505460817 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6DCIGjOUaenoKdY71N7NqI?si=2320ebe17787443a&nd=1&dlsi=f0648d0cb03746ae American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) - https://www.aasect.org/ Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life - https://amzn.to/3QvZ6Ls The Psychology of Human Sexuality - https://amzn.to/3QGv9YV Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik and Dr. Justin Lehmiller explore the complexities of infidelity and communication in relationships. They discuss the role of attachment styles in perceiving infidelity and emphasize the importance of addressing personal insecurities before making accusations. Dr. Lehmiller sheds light on the diverse motivations behind infidelity, indicating that even those in happy relationships might cheat due to personal quests for self-identity. They also highlight the potential red flags of cheating, such as changes in behavior and secrecy, recommending constructive communication over accusations to address concerns. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00 Concerns about infidelity 02:14 Reasons people cheat 03:44 Relationship turmoil indicators 04:47 Overcoming infidelity 07:06 Importance of communication 08:03 Tips for discussing sex 10:24 Enhancing intimacy and connection Stay connected with Dr. Justin Lehmiller on social media for daily insights and updates. Don't miss out—follow him now and check out these links! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/justinjlehmiller/?hl=en **** X - https://x.com/justinlehmiller?lang=en Sex and Psychology - https://sexandpsychology.com Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sex-and-psychology-podcast/id1505460817 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6DCIGjOUaenoKdY71N7NqI?si=2320ebe17787443a&nd=1&dlsi=f0648d0cb03746ae American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) - https://www.aasect.org/ Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life - https://amzn.to/3QvZ6Ls The Psychology of Human Sexuality - https://amzn.to/3QGv9YV Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik and Dr. Justin Lehmiller explore the complex world of sexual fantasies, focusing on the kink of cuckolding. They discuss how these fantasies manifest differently in men and women, with men often being more voyeuristic, while women lean towards exhibitionism. The episode also delves into the psychological aspects of humiliation and masochism, explaining why some people find these sensations appealing. Dr. Lehmiller emphasizes the importance of understanding the role of sex education, or the lack thereof, in shaping young people's sexual behaviors and fantasies, touching upon the rise of kinky practices like sexual choking in younger generations. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00 Cuckolding 03:23 Humiliation and Masochism 04:24 Chastity Devices 05:14 Gen Z and Kink 06:52 Porn as Sex Education 11:26 Introducing Novelty in Relationships Stay connected with Dr. Justin Lehmiller on social media for daily insights and updates. Don't miss out—follow him now and check out these links! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/justinjlehmiller/?hl=en **** X - https://x.com/justinlehmiller?lang=en Sex and Psychology - https://sexandpsychology.com Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sex-and-psychology-podcast/id1505460817 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6DCIGjOUaenoKdY71N7NqI?si=2320ebe17787443a&nd=1&dlsi=f0648d0cb03746ae American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) - https://www.aasect.org/ Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life - https://amzn.to/3QvZ6Ls The Psychology of Human Sexuality - https://amzn.to/3QGv9YV Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Rena Malik, MD Podcast, Dr. Rena Malik welcomes Dr. Justin Lehmiller to explore the intriguing world of sexual fantasies and desires. They discuss the prevalence and nature of various fantasies like multi-partner scenarios, taboo desires, and kink, while also addressing the psychological nuances behind these fantasies. Dr. Malik and Dr. Lehmiller emphasize the importance of understanding and expressing one's fantasies to enhance communication and intimacy in relationships, offering listeners enlightening insights into the complexities of sexual desire. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:43 Most Common Sexual Fantasies 00:05:02 Sexual Fantasies 00:11:53 Fantasy and Pornography 00:16:28 Cuckolding 00:21:04 Humiliation 0030:00 Novelty 00:38:06 Infidelity 00:44:59 Becoming a Good Kisser 00:49:52 Health Benefits of Masturbation 00:57:20 What's something you know now that you wish you knew earlier? Stay connected with Dr. Justin Lehmiller on social media for daily insights and updates. Don't miss out—follow him now and check out these links! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/justinjlehmiller/?hl=en X - https://x.com/justinlehmiller?lang=en Sex and Psychology - https://sexandpsychology.com Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sex-and-psychology-podcast/id1505460817 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6DCIGjOUaenoKdY71N7NqI?si=2320ebe17787443a&nd=1&dlsi=f0648d0cb03746ae American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) - https://www.aasect.org/ Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life - https://amzn.to/3QvZ6Ls The Psychology of Human Sexuality - https://amzn.to/3QGv9YV Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan sits down with certified sexologist and intimacy expert Shan Boodram for a Valentine's Day deep dive into the world of romance, sex, and relationships. Together, they explore how to make love work for you—whether you're single, coupled, or somewhere in between. Shan breaks down the key ingredients of a healthy relationship, explains why we often confuse intensity for intimacy, and shares how to bring more fun, safety, and fulfillment into dating and hookup culture. Plus, they get into the psychology of comparison, the myths around monogamy, and why your Valentine's Day should be about your love story—whatever that looks like. Shan Boodram is a certified sexologist, intimacy expert, and author known for her engaging approach to sex education and relationships. She holds certifications from the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and the American Board of Sexology, and has earned a Master of Science in Psychology. Boodram has gained widespread recognition through her work on various media platforms. She appeared as a sex expert on Netflix's "Too Hot to Handle" and currently hosts the "Lovers and Friends" podcast. Her media presence extends to major networks, including appearances on "The Today Show," "Good Morning America," "The Talk," "The Real," and "The View." You can find Shan Boodram on Instagram @shanboodram, on TikTok @shanboody and on her website www.loversbyshan.com Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on Instagram @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Find books from Getting Curious guests at bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn. Our senior producer is Chris McClure. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heidi Crockett is a licensed psychotherapist, interpersonal neurobiology professor, and clinical supervisor specializing in trauma and the relational nature of the brain. She has certifications in Somatic Experiencing for trauma treatment and from the American Association of Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), for sexual health expertise.In This EpisodeHeidi's websiteHeidi on FacebookHeidi on InstagramHeidi on YoutubeHeidi on VimeoHeidi on LinkedIn---If you'd like to support The Trauma Therapist Podcast and the work I do you can do that here with a monthly donation of $5, $7, or $10: Donate to The Trauma Therapist Podcast.Click here to join my email list and receive podcast updates and other news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Shownotes   Why 1+1=3 in love and relationships The 6 ingredients to build a lifetime of love Why attunement is one of the most powerful tools Dr. Nasserzadeh's “soak together before you sink together” method How to show up with compassion even if you don't understand someone Sexual harmony vs sexual chemistry   Bio   Building world peace, one relationship at a time is the mission of Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh, a globally renowned and award-winning author, speaker and relationship expert. With a PhD in Social Psychology and specialization in the fields of human sexuality and relationships, Dr. Nasserzadeh has worked with a countless number of individuals, couples and organizational clients across 41 countries to enhance relational health and a sense of thriving at micro and macro levels.    Dr. Nasserzadeh is a senior Accredited Member and a Registered Supervisor by the College of Sex and Relationship Therapists in the UK (COSRT) and a Sexuality Counselor and Approved Training provider by the American Association for Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). She is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in California.    Dr. Nasserzadeh has been a sought-after cultural advisor, speaker and expert facilitator at high profile events hosted by governmental organizations, UN Agencies, academic institutions and Fortune 500 companies. Her third book, Love by Design: 6 Ingredients to Build a Lifetime of Love, is the result of her two-decade-long research on the status of thriving relationships and its key ingredients, namely: attraction, respect, trust, shared vision, compassion, and loving behaviors. Dr. Nasserzadeh's work has been featured on NPR, the BBC, ABC, CNN and USA Today.   Timestamps   00:01:57 - Guest introduction 00:03:25 - Dr. Nasserzadeh's responsibility and role as a relationship expert 00:06:53 - Our disillusion with love as a society 00:08:28 - Why Dr. Nasserzadeh says 1+1=3 in love 00:09:43 - Sign up for Layla's newsletter at LaylaMartin.com 00:13:12 - The system of a partnership is greater than the sum of us 00:15:12 - If you don't pay attention to the cracks, they become ledges 00:17:39 - How to be happy with what is instead of chasing dopamine 00:20:45 - Dr. Nasserzadeh's concept of JOMO vs FOMO 00:23:02 - Discover the VITA™ Sex, Love and Relationship Coaching Certification  00:26:06 - The 6 ingredients to build a lifetime of love 00:30:38 - Dr. Nasserzadeh describes The Platinum Rule 00:32:59 - How to apply the 6 ingredients to your relationship 00:36:27 - Why it's so important to cheer on your partner 00:38:07 - Discover MOOD™ Sexy Supplements 00:39:16 - Get Layla's free Orgasmic Breathwork Practice for deeper pleasure 00:40:25 - Unlock your deepest passion inside The Tantric Mastermind for Couples 00:43:33 - The way you respect yourself is how others respect you 00:48:42 - Why attunement is one of the most powerful tools 00:55:08 - Trauma shifts your nervous system into hypervigilance 00:56:40 - Dr. Nasserzadeh's “soak together before you sink together” method 01:01:38 - How to show up with compassion even if you don't understand someone 01:04:06 - Expand your pleasure potential with Obliss Women's Sexual Masterclass 01:05:40 - How to build trust with your partner 01:10:10 - Sexual harmony vs sexual chemistry 01:12:38 - Everyone deserves to be in the loving relationship they desire 01:18:56 - Conclusion  

Our guest this time is Dr. Daniel N. Watter. Dan is an existential sex therapist and he has so much to say about appreciating sexuality as we age instead of extolling the virtues of youthful sexuality. He has a fresh approach to the connection between death anxiety and sexuality. Dan talks with us about the existential importance of the penis and the idea that the penis is speaking but sometimes in a whisper. Dr. Watter is the author of more than 30 professional articles and book chapters on topics such as sexual function and dysfunction, and ethics in healthcare practice. He most recently completed the new book, The Existential Importance of the Penis: A Guide to Understanding Male Sexuality and a new article about men, sex, and aging for the Journal of Sexual Medicine. Dan has been a practicing clinical and forensic psychologist and certified sex therapist for more than 35 years. He is licensed as both a psychologist and a marital and family therapist. In addition, he is Board Certified in Sex Therapy by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), and the American Board of Sexology (ACS), of which he also holds Fellowship status. Dr. Watter is an AASECT certified sex therapy supervisor and has been elected to Fellowship Status in the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH). In addition to his clinical practice, he is a faculty member at the University of Michigan School of Social Work's Sexual Certification Program and the Modern Sex Therapy Institutes. He has taught at a number of colleges, universities, and medical schools in the past. Dr. Watter is a member of several professional organizations and has been elected to leadership positions in many including the New Jersey Psychological Association's Ethics Committee, the Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR), and AASECT. He's been the Chair of the AASECT Ethics Advisory Committee and President of SSTAR. You can reach Dan Watter here. And you can check out his new book here. If you'd like to read any of the other books we discussed, you can find Irvin Yalom's work here, and Peggy Kleinplatz's book, Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers  here. If you want to catch up on other shows, just visit our website and please subscribe! We love our listeners and welcome your feedback, so if you love Our Better Half, please give us a 5-star rating and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. It really helps support our show! As always, thanks for listening!  

Natasha Helfer is the owner and founder of Symmetry Counseling. She is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in Kansas and Utah, and also an American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) certified sex therapist and sex therapist supervisor.Natasha has been in practice as a mental health professional for over 20 years, primarily working with a Mormon clientele around issues of relational health, faith transitions and journeys, and sexuality. She hosts The Natasha Helfer Podcast and has a membership platform providing resources, groups, and training.Natasha is an international speaker and presents in both professional and public settings. She has been invited as a guest speaker at several national events and is available for speaking engagements. Natasha has been interviewed for many podcasts, TV news programs, and newspaper articles.In This EpisodeNatasha Helfer's WebsiteLearnReligionTherapyNatasha's podcast---If you'd like to support The Trauma Therapist Podcast and the work I do you can do that here with a monthly donation of $5, $7, or $10: Donate to The Trauma Therapist Podcast.Click here to join my email list and receive podcast updates and other news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

Today in this powerful episode, certified sex therapist Natasha Helfer joins Dave Schramm and Liz Hale to discuss the complex relationship between sexual health, faith, and cultural messages. Natasha sheds light on the damaging effects of sexual shame, the influence of purity culture, and the importance of open communication around intimacy. She offers actionable advice for parents, couples, and individuals to foster healthier sexual relationships, overcome shame, and approach intimacy with compassion and understanding. This conversation is filled with insights to help listeners navigate their sexual and relational well-being. About Natasha: The owner and founder of Symmetry Counseling. Natasha Helfer received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University and her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Friends University. She also received her certifications as a sex therapist and sex therapist supervisor from the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT).  Natasha is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in Kansas and Utah. She is also an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist.  Insights: Natasha: "...sexual shame is a public health crisis. It really is a crisis. And living here in Utah, we've got, you know, air crisis. You know, our air is kind of polluted, and we passed the thing about pornography being a crisis. I mean, you know, there's lots of ideas about what is a crisis, but I really, truly believe that sexual shame hits. So deep and can affect so many things, physical things, like vaginismus, like erections, like stomach issues, you know, like indigestion, like immune immunity systems. It can affect our emotional health. You know, if we have sexual shame, it can lead to depression, anxiety, it can lead to scrupulosity and OCD." Liz: "Those who have chosen to not have sex before marriage, or at least not in this relationship, they wanted to say that and to be really instructive of them to someone right, a professional or a parent or a friend an auntie, to say, let's talk about what you can expect. Let's talk about really giving yourself some time on that even, I think you said three to six months, maybe Natasha right to really get your bodies adjusted and how this is going to be, and ways to converse about your sexuality and your preferences. Don't expect that just to take off on that first night. There's a lot of disappointment, a lot of shame. I think that comes from that not being what you're what you think your partner wanted." Dave: "We talked a little bit about parenting and the approach the parents take, they have to be proactive and intentional, thoughtful about the messages. Because, Natasha, you talked about you can take, you know, one direction and induce more shame, or it can be a positive, uplifting experience for parents that they've got to be willing and you have to talk about this topic. So I think, yes, first, I think it starts with parents and when children are young, and then keeping it it's not a one and done conversation, keeping that conversation going. And yes, absolutely. Couples before marriage, got to be able to talk and then keep the conversation going afterwards. It can't be something that all sudden. It's just silent and we don't talk about afterwards, or that was uncomfortable, or what happened there, and it's now I'm embarrassed and the shame cycle, wow, we've got to be able to, just as a broader society be able to talk and share and be open and honest in our conversation." Links: https://www.natashahelfer.com/ https://symcounseling.com/   Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/ Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/   Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.com http://drdavespeaks.com   Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com    This episode provides a compassionate and practical guide for anyone seeking to build healthier perspectives around sexuality, reduce shame, and improve intimacy in their relationships. Don't miss this deeply insightful discussion!

In this episode we interview Dr. Lexx Brown-James, President of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). Dr. Lexx is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AASECT certified sexuality educator and supervisor. Dr. Lexx is also the Director of the University of Michigan's Sexual Health Certificate Program and is the first Black woman to be elected President of AASECT. Dr. Lexx provides education and therapy from womb-to-tomb through her practice, The Institute for Sexuality & Intimacy, LLC . As a multiple time Amazon best seller and creator of Dr. Lexx's Relationship Tune Up Cards and The Black Girls' Guide to Couple's Intimacy, Dr. Lexx is an international sexologist featured in Essence, The New York Times, Scary Mommy, NPR, multiple news outlets, Vice, Buzzfeed, as well as multiple journal publications and books. You can find out more information about Dr. Lexx Brown-James at https://www.lexxsexdoc.com/. For more information about Dr. Konnie Mccaffree as well as the different organizations mentioned in this episode, check out these links: Konstance McCaffree Obituary SIECUS The Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality (SSSS) The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) If you want to catch up on other shows, just visit our website and please subscribe! We love our listeners and welcome your feedback, so if you love Our Better Half, please give us a 5-star rating and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. It really helps support our show! As always, thanks for listening!  

Hey Listeners! This episode features an interview with Dr. Reece Malone and explores the significance of intersectionality and decolonization to the sex therapy process. Dr. Malone spoke about erotic racism and its impact on desirability of bodies, the internalization of these experiences, and impact on clients. Dr. Reece Malone is an award-winning certified sexologist with a Masters of Public Health and a Doctorate of Human Sexuality. He is a sex therapist and a Certified Sexuality Education Supervisor through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), and acquired Diplomate status with the American Board of Sexologists. Complementing his private practice, he is an adjunct professor at Antioch University Seattle Couple and Family Therapy Department and an instructor at the California Institute for Integral Studies. Dr. Reece Malone is the CEO and founder of Sexuality Consultants and Support Services in Manitoba and his counterpart company, Diversity Essentials. As an advocate for sexual health and comprehensive human sexuality education and as an internationally respected sexologist, he has provided assistance to organizations such as The World Health Organization – Pan American Health Organization, The Canadian Human Rights Commission, and many others. As a popular culture commentator, he has appeared on Dan Savage's Savage Love and many other media outlets. Collaborating with Mariotta Gary Smith, Marla Renee Stewart, and Dr. James Wadley, he is the co-editor of An Intersectional Approach to Sex Therapy: Centering the Lives of Indigenous, Racialized, and People of Color, published by Routledge Press. As a community-based researcher, Dr. Reece, along with his colleagues, is researching patient engagement and examining mental health outcomes experienced by gender diverse Manitobans. You can find out more information about Dr. Malone's work here! If you want to catch up on other shows, just visit our website and please subscribe! We love our listeners and welcome your feedback, so if you love Our Better Half, please give us a 5-star rating and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. It really helps support our show! As always, thanks for listening!  

Leor Ram, M.A., LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CGP is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 115538), a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC 7354), a National Certified Counselor, and a Certified Group Psychotherapist providing individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy. Through his intensive training at The Maple Counseling Center as well as his work at the Trevor Project, Early Childhood Development Associates, and Teen Line at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Leor has experience working with a wide range of clients in all life stages.  He is also a clinical member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), the Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR), and the Society for Scientific Study of Sexuality (SSSS). Leor's psychotherapeutic approach aims to treat a variety of concerns including interpersonal issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, intimacy, work-related concerns, behavioral difficulties, relationship distress, and sex-related concerns. Leor also has a strong background in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community and has done extensive research and international presentations on contemporary difficulties facing this population. Leor is multicultural and multilingual and can provide therapy in both English and Hebrew We discuss topics including: The reasons men attend therapy What are aspects of group therapy for men? The difference between coed therapy groups, and men therapy groups? What are interpersonal process groups? How groups are like laboratories or “experimentation” Men therapy groups provide connection, confrontation and conflict   SHOW NOTES: www.ipgtherapy.com www.instagram.com/IPGtherapy ____________________________________________ If you have any questions regarding the topics discussed on this podcast, please reach out to Robyn directly via email: rlgrd@askaboutfood.com You can also connect with Robyn on social media by following her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes and subscribe. Visit Robyn's private practice website where you can subscribe to her free monthly insight newsletter, and receive your FREE GUIDE “Maximizing Your Time with Those Struggling with an Eating Disorder”. Your Recovery Resource, Robyn's new online course for navigating your loved one's eating disorder, is available now! For more information on Robyn's book “The Eating Disorder Trap”, please visit the Official "The Eating Disorder Trap" Website. “The Eating Disorder Trap” is also available for purchase on Amazon.

In this episode we interview the revolutionary Anne Hodder-Shipp about her latest book Speaking from the Heart: 18 Languages of Modern Love. We discuss why the classic book 5 Love Languages is both limiting and dismissive of many people's experiences, the diversity of love languages can how they can evolve, the 18 and growing love languages for the modern world, and how you can apply them to your life here and now. Anne is also the founder of Everyone Deserves Sex Ed (EDSE) - a sex educator certification program we highly believe in. Anne shares about the current (not so great) state of sex education in the US, why she started EDSE, what makes EDSE different from other sex education trainings, and how anyone and everyone can become a sex educator. About our guest: Anne Hodder-Shipp, CSE, (she/they pronouns) is an award-winning, multi-certified sex and relationships educator with professional training in breathwork and natural dreamwork. They boast a unique understanding of age-appropriate sex education, trauma-informed healing, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence, and they bring a fun, friendly, and sex-positive facilitation style to every session, group, or event she hosts. Utilizing a non-judgmental and no-b.s. approach, Anne happily helps clients of all ages, experience levels, and lifestyles heal, learn, and grow. Anne has been working with and writing about sex and relationships in some form since 2007. In addition to her private practice and public workshops, Anne is the founder of and lead educator at Everyone Deserves Sex Ed (EDSE) and leads treatment groups for clients recovering from substance use disorder, eating disorders, compulsive sexual behavior, and other stigmatized illnesses. Anne also provides pleasure education and events through S3X Plus Productions, and is the CEO of Hodder Media Inc., the first sex-positive PR and marketing firm to specialize in sex toys and pleasure products. Most recently, Anne released Speaking from the Heart: 18 Languages for Modern Love, a groundbreaking and much-needed expansive update to the love language concept, and its accompanying workbook, The Speaking from the Heart Workbook: A Practical Guide to the Modern Love Languages. In 2022, the reproductive justice organization Power to Decide named Anne a “Power Player,” and the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) honored Anne with the coveted Professional Standard of Excellence award. Come to our Shameless Sex Couple's Retreat in Costa Rica! We only have spots for six couples so sign up asap here: https://tinyurl.com/mpvf858h Do you love us? Do you REALLY love us? Then order our book now! Go to shamelesssex.com to snag your copy Support Shameless Sex by sending us gifts via our Amazon Wish List Other links: Get soaking wet and bigger loads + 10% off with code SHAMELESS at http://soakingwet.com Get 45% off your subscrition to our favorite ethical (and hot) porn with code 45SHAMELESS at https://erikalust.com Get 10% off + free shipping with code SHAMELESS on Uberlube AKA our favorite lubricant at http://uberlube.com Get 10% off while mastering the art of pleasure at  http://OMGyes.com/shameless Get 15% off all of your sex toys with code SHAMELESSSEX at http://purepleasureshop.com

In this episode of the "Stronger Marriage Connection" podcast, hosts Dave Schramm and Liz Hale are joined by certified sex therapist Jessa Zimmerman. They delve into common sexual issues faced by couples, focusing on sexual desire discrepancies and strategies for maintaining a strong marital connection. Jessa provides invaluable insights into reactive and proactive desires, the sexual avoidance cycle, and the impacts of pressure and expectations on sexual intimacy. About Jessa Zimmerman: Jessa Zimmerman is a licensed couples’ counselor and nationally certified sex therapist. Sheworks in private practice in Seattle, WA. Over the course of her therapy career, she has focused almost exclusively on helping couples with their emotional and sexual intimacy. In her years of clinical experience, Zimmerman has treated hundreds of couples who have struggled to feel sexual desire and fulfillment. Her clients describe having a good relationship in other ways, but their sex life has become difficult to the point that they start to avoid sex. These are people who love each other but are struggling to have a sex life they both enjoy. She specializes in helping these couples who find that sex has become stressful, negative, disappointing, or pressured. She educates, coaches, and supports people as they go through her 4 pillar experiential process that allows them real world practice in changing their relationship and their sex life, guiding them to become easily intimate. Zimmerman received her Master’s in Psychology from LIOS college of Saybrook University andSex Therapist certification from the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors,and Therapists (AASECT). She has done extensive training in couples’ therapy, with a focus onCrucible® Therapy with Dr. David Schnarch. She is the author of Sex Without Stress; A Couple’s Guide to Overcoming Disappointment, Avoidance & Pressure. She is the host of the Better Sex Podcast and has appeared on numerous other podcasts as an expert guest. She is the creator of the Intimacy With Ease Method and founder of The Desire Spa, an online course for women with little to no libido. She is a regularly featured expert in the media, including Refinery29, Marriage.com, Business Insider, and Mind Body Green. She lives in Seattle with her partner. Insights: Jessa: One cannot fail in sex if they shift their mindset to view it simply as a source of pleasure and connection, without attaching to specific outcomes. By embracing this approach, sexual experiences can become easy and enjoyable, even if they differ from previous expectations or desires. The key lies in accepting and adapting to these differences, which opens limitless possibilities for enjoyment and satisfaction. Dave: Moods for sexual activity evolve over time, there is a contrast between the constant readiness (proactive mood) in early stages of relationships with the need to actively engage or transition into feeling ready (reactive mood) as time progresses. If couples only engaged in sex when both partners were spontaneously in the mood, they might seldom have sex. Love the concepts of reactive and proactive desire, and engaging physically can lead to a physiological response where the body releases dopamine and serotonin, aligning physical readiness with emotional desire. Liz: Sex is like going to a playground, we don't know how long we're going to stay. We're not sure what we're going to enjoy once we get there. But we are going to enjoy it. It's not about the outcome or the goal. Jessa Zimmerman Links: https://intimacywithease.com Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: StrongerMarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelife Dr. Dave Schramm: https://drdaveschramm.com https://drdavespeaks.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSU Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579 Facebook Parenting Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542067440314642 Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/

I talk quite a bit on this podcast about "the expert trap" and how so many of us get stuck teaching and training and don't step into thought leadership. This applies not only to those of us who are entrepreneurs, but of course to all the academics out there as well (hand raised!). This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone passionate about making a difference through their work, particularly in academia or any field where expertise is a given, but thought leadership can make an even bigger impact.  My guest is Laura McGuire, PhD, a social scientist, educator, and entrepreneur whose journey and work exemplify transformative thought leadership. Laura's story is not just inspiring; it's a call to action for all of us to think bigger and challenge the status quo in our respective fields.  Laura and I talk about: The Expert Trap vs. Thought Leadership: Learn how professionals in academia, science, and other fields can transcend the confines of being labeled merely as experts to embrace the mantle of thought leadership, encouraging broader thinking and solutions to societal challenges. Laura's Inspirational Journey: From surviving domestic violence and navigating the challenges of early motherhood as a high school dropout to achieving a doctorate in education and becoming a beacon of change in the fields of educational leadership, sexual health education, misconduct prevention, and trauma-informed care. Addressing Systemic Issues: An in-depth look at how Laura's work is influencing industries and creating safer, more inclusive environments through training in trauma-informed care, restorative practices, and survivor support strategies. Overcoming Challenges: Laura shares their experiences of working in a climate of increasing legislative restrictions in Florida, reflecting on the implications for educators, advocates, and the communities they serve. The Power of Personal Storytelling: Discover the potency of integrating personal narratives into academic and professional discourse to connect more deeply with audiences and drive home the importance of the work being done. Breaking Free from the Expert Trap: Laura and I discuss practical strategies for academics and professionals to step into roles of thought leadership, including leveraging social media, understanding market rates for speaking engagements, and fostering a mindset geared towards impactful change. About My Guest: Dr. Laura McGuire (they/them or she/her) is an internationally recognized consultant, survivor, researcher, seminarian, and author of the book Creating Cultures of Consent (Rowman & Littlefield, 2021) and The Sexual Misconduct Prevention Guidebook: Consent and Conduct for Higher Education Campuses (Fielding University Press, 2022). They were named as one of the 2022 Champions of Pride by The Advocate magazine and are regularly featured in media outlets for their expertise and approachability. Dr. McGuire is a certified full-spectrum doula, professional teacher, certified sexual health educator, and vinyasa yoga instructor. They have created the world's first certifications in trauma-informed care for industries spanning from law to insurance. They are a certified member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), and the Society of Professional Consultants. They are a graduate of the National Leaders Council and are currently a fellow with the Institute for Social Innovation, where they are researching sexual medicine competency in provider care. Dr. McGuire lives in the United States, where they work as an adjunct professor at Widener University and Dominican University and serve as CEO of the National Center for Equity and Agency.   Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/387/  Laura's website: https://drlauramcguire.com/  Discover your Speaker Archetype by taking our free quiz at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/quiz/ Enroll in our Thought Leader Academy: https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/academy/  Connect on LinkedIn: Carol Cox = https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcox Dr. Laura McGuire (guest) = https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-laura-mcguire-276b87100/ Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 373: From Free to Fee: How to Get an ROI from Speaking Episode 339: Creating Compelling TED-Style Talks Based on Academic Research with Tanya Golash-Boza, PhD Episode 338: Escaping the Expert Trap: From Academic Presenter to Sought-After Speaker with Teri DeLucca, PhD

Lauren and I dive deep into all things menstruation! We challenge common narratives, attitudes and misconceptions, and provide alternative beliefs, attitudes and practices to help us embrace our periods, womb wisdom, and natural energy cycles as women. We focus on both the physical challenges of menstruation as well as the emotional challenges women can face, and how we can learn to speak more kindly to ourselves and practice holistic self-care. We also give practical examples about conversations we can have with our partners and children and how we can change the narratives concerning shame, secrecy, and dismissive attitudes about our periods so we can show up more honestly and authentically in our own bodies and lives. This episode is LIFE-CHANGING. Listen for yourself and then share it with your sister, BFFs, and tween and teen daughters. Download the Mindful Menstruation Worksheet here Use the discount code "MMP" to get this amazing resource for FREE!ABOUT LAUREN: Lauren Elise Rogers is a Certified Holistic Sexuality Educator and the owner of SEX ED FOR YOU where she provides comprehensive sexuality education. After a decade in maternal health, Lauren returned to school to obtain a certification in Holistic Sex Education with the Institute for Sexuality Education and Enlightenment, whose program is approved by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). Unlearning and expanding thought patterns can be challenging and vulnerable. By combining her decade of program development with her passion for transformative education, Lauren now specializes in creating containers that allow students to sit safely in discomfort while developing the tools necessary to support pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence.Find Lauren on IG hereSupport the showJoin the new FB group here!Check out the new shop on Buy Me a Coffee and please consider becoming a $5 supporter of the show (I need 8 per month to cover the out of pocket expenses of producing the podcast)I'm so glad you are here! Please share the podcast with a friend and don't forget to leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

In this interview, I speak with Diane about her expertise in sex therapy, and her American Association of Sexual Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) certification. She discusses sex therapy, couples therapy with sex issues, and she discusses the PLISSIT model, which describes various levels of intervention, which include Permission, Limited Information, Specific Suggestions and Intensive Therapy. She discusses her eclectic approach, which is grounded in a Humanistic perspective, helping clients accept themselves and address shame. She explains that sexual relationships are complex involving how each partner feels about each other, the challenges people experience in their life, and their different stages in their relationships. She discusses her blog article, “To the Wife Upset About Her Husband's Porn Viewing: An Open Letter From a Sex Therapist”, and how she addresses how porn is symbolic and is a “fantasy” and what we can learn from this about our partner. She explains how she often sees men who come in by themselves, because they're partner is upset with them about their pornography use, and how this often suggests an Identified Patient perspective, and missing the couple dynamics and how the couple can heal and improve their relationship together. We also discuss the conflict between being respectful of women, but then also, for heterosexual men particularly, to also be enjoying pornography and objectification of women. She discussed perpetrator fear and how it become more pronounced after the #MeToo movement, and how a number of clients came to work with her to discuss their past sexual encounters. She discusses consent and what that means and looks like in sexual encounters and relational sexual relationships. Diane Gleim, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor practicing online throughout California and in-person in Santa Rosa, California. As the first Certified Sex Therapist in Sonoma County, Diane treats the many diverse issues related to sexual identity, sexual expression, sexual behavior, and sexual relationships. Her clients include everyone with a sexual concern: individuals and couples ages 18-85, and the LGBTQ+, kinky, and poly populations. In addition to her private practice, Diane's work also includes providing trainings and consultations on sex therapy; writing the blog "Underneath the Sheets" on Psychology Today's website; and supervising sex-therapists-in-training. She has been quoted in various press and a guest on podcasts. Diane has been voted Sonoma County's Best Sex Therapist by the readers of the North Bay Bohemian five times.

When a person is told they have breast cancer, there are many emotions that come from that diagnosis, including grief and fear. Lisa Chism is very aware of these emotions and the way they continually show up throughout the journey of battling breast cancer. This is why she looks at the whole picture with those affected by this diagnosis – from their sex lives, care and well-being, and how menopause or perimenopause is affecting them. In this episode, Kara and Lisa discuss the many things a person can experience with breast cancer and how to advocate to get the best care they deserve.  Lisa Chism holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) and is the clinical director of Oakland Macomb Center for Breast Health. She holds three specialty certifications which include certification as a Menopause Practitioner through the Menopause Society, certification as sexuality counselor through the American Association of Sexuality Therapists, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), and after 15 years caring for breast cancer survivors and patients at high risk for breast cancer, she became certified in breast care through the Oncology Nursing Society. Lisa has established a dedicated menopause and sexual health clinic caring for the menopausal and sexual health needs of women who have a history of breast cancer or are at elevated risk for breast cancer.  Lisa has authored numerous publications related to women's healthcare including serving as lead author of the 2023 Menopause Society's Non hormonal position statement. She guest lectures at universities across the country and her textbook The Doctor of Nursing Practice: A Guidebook for Role Development and Professional Issues is in its fifth edition. She is a Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and was selected as Menopause Practitioner of the year 2011. She formally served on the Board of Directors at the North American Menopause Society as well as a federal advisory committee with the CDC regarding breast cancer in young women. In October 2021, Lisa Chism was inducted as a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing. Learn more: Oakland Macomb Obstetrics & Gynecology Provider Profile North American Menopause Society International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health

Dr. Lexx talks about why sex positive parenting in a shame-free environment offers more benefits than just educating about the act of sex. It's a discussion benefits both adults -- whether you're a parent or not -- and children.About My Guest:Dr. Lexx Brown-James, LMFT, CSE, CSES is a phenomenal sex therapist and sexuality educator who created The Institute for Sexuality & Intimacy, LLC where she features her education skills, therapy services, keynotes, research and sex positivity training for caregivers. She has a best-selling children's book These are My Eyes, This is My Nose, This is My Vulva, These are My Toes that is also featured in a curriculum for kindergarteners and first graders in the New York City School District.Dr. Lexx also serves on the board of The American Association for Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) and is primed to be the first Black woman president of the organization in 2024. She has been featured on podcasts like NPR, ScaryMommy, Therapy for Black Girls, and New York Pix 11 news. Her column, Better Sex with Dr. Lexx for SheKnows has been picked up numerous times by yahoo.com and other news outlets. Dr. Lexx has been featured in articles from MindBodyGreen, Essence Magazine, BuzzFeed, and The American Journal of Family Physicians. Connect with Dr. Lexx:Website: lexxsexdoc.comInstagram: @lexxsexdocFacebook: @lexxsexdocLinkedIn: @lexxsexdocLike. Follow. Share. Website: grownandgrowing.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @GrownandgrowingpodcastInstagram: @GrownandgrowingpodcastYouTube: Grown and Growing PodcastEmail: grown.growingpodcast@gmail.com

Join me for this vibrant conversation with Dr. Clarissa on how fear based sexual education is failing our community. We explore what we have had to unfortunately learn on our own and how her education and trainings brings more authentic truth to sexual health and wellness. Dr Clarissa Bio: Dr. Clarissa Francis, a scholar-activist and consultant, specializes in the Hot Girl Movement, exploring its connection to Pleasure Activism and Megan Thee Stallion's Hot Girl Summer as pivotal aspects of Black women's journey toward sexual liberation. In 2022, she self-published her debut memoir, "Phreak Like Me: Becoming The Real Hot Girl Doc," revealing her profound personal healing. Dr. Francis also introduced an apparel line embodying the movement's principles: bodily autonomy, sexual agency, and pleasure. Presently, she contributes to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee at the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) and the Leadership Collective of the Women of Color Sexual Health Network (WoCSHN). Dr. Francis offers workshops, training, and consulting services on sexual health, reproductive justice, peer education, and mental wellness. Excited about future collaborations, she looks forward to joining forces with scholars, practitioners, activists, and influencers for impactful publications and advocacy initiatives. Keep up with Dr. Clarissa: Instagram: @TheRealHotGirlDoc @TheHotGirlMovement YouTube @TheHotGirlMovement Website: therealhotgirldoc.com Online Store: therealhotgirldoc.com Stay up to date with Sisters of Sexuality Email: sistersofsexuality@gmail.com Instagram: @sistersofsexuality Facebook: @sexysostour Twitter: @sistersofsex Visit all of our sponsors www.Liberator.com www.Unioncondoms.com 20% Off First UNION Condoms Order Using Code: organiclove www.OrganicLoven.com I want to Thank you so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, would you please consider subscribing as a way of supporting the growth of this channel and allow us to keep informing, educating and entertaining you. Please be sure to SUBSCRIBE, SUPPORT, LIKE AND REVIEW --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sistersofsexuality/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sistersofsexuality/support

This episode is a bonus episode, brought to you in partnership with Nyoo ("New") Health. Nyoo hosts the "What's Nyoo!" series, with monthly events that bring together women and experts to have engaging, honest, and educational conversations about women's health, and this one is all about Pelvic Health. This event blew us away, and we knew we had to share it. Special thanks to Priya Bathija - CEO of Nyoo - for allowing us to share this recording. We hope you enjoy it just as much as we did!Remember to like, rate and subscribe and enjoy the episode!Guest biosPriya Bathija is a nationally-recognized healthcare leader, attorney, and policy expert. She is currently Founder and CEO of Nyoo Health, an organization dedicated to improving health and healthcare for women. Previously, she was at the American Hospital Association where she led policy efforts and strategic initiatives on value, health equity and maternal health. She started her career as a healthcare attorney and served as in-house counsel and a member of the leadership teams at ProMedica and MedStar Health. Priya is also a Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and an adjunct professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Law. In addition, she serves as a public board member for the American Board of Medical Specialties, the largest physician-led specialty certification organization in the U.S.Carine Carmy is CEO and Co-Founder at Origin, the leading provider of pelvic floor and women's physical therapy. She has focused her career on increasing access to products and services that improve lives, from healthcare to 3D printing. Carine's passion for women's health started in her twenties, when she struggled with painful sex for nearly a decade.  Following years of misdiagnoses, ineffective treatment options, and hearing “that's just the way it is,” Carine discovered the power of pelvic floor physical therapy to treat, not only pelvic pain, but dozens of conditions and symptoms that impact some 40 million U.S. women and individuals with vaginal anatomy, every year. Already a go-to-market leader in healthcare and technology — with leadership roles at Amino, Shapeways, MarketspaceNext and Monitor Group — she felt compelled to help make pelvic health the norm for women across the country. Outside of Origin, Carine is an avid writer and has been published in MIT Technology Review, Forbes, Ad Age, and PSFK, and serves as an advisor to startups and nonprofits in support of diversity and economic equality.Dr. Somi Javaid is a board-certified OB/GYN, leading women's sexual health thought leader, and menopause advocate. She is the Founder and Chief Medical Officer of HerMD, a team on a mission to make women's healthcare exceptional by educating, advocating for, and empowering patients to take control of their health concerns. Dr. Javaid has been featured in Forbes, Vogue, Well+Good, InStyle, Parents, Refinery29, Mashable, Adweek, and Popsugar. In August 2020 Dr. Javaid spoke about Gender Bias and the Female Sexual Health Revolution on the TEDx mainstage, and in January 2021 she was featured in Women on Topp for her work as a trailblazer and pioneer in women's sexual health.Dr. Rachel Rubin is a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist. She is an assistant clinical professor of Urology at Georgetown University and owns her private practice in the Washington DC region. She is one of only a handful of physicians fellowship trained in male and female sexual medicine. Dr. Rubin is a clinician, researcher, and vocal educator in the field of sexual medicine. In addition to being education chair for the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH), she also serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal Sexual Medicine Reviews. Her work has been featured in the NYT and PBS.Emma Schmidt, PhD, is a doctor in Clinical Sexology, a Professional Clinical Counselor, Supervisor, and Certified Sex Therapist, Supervisor through the American Association for Sex Educators Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) as well as the American Board for Christian Sex Therapists (ABCST). She is the owner of Emma Schmidt and Associates in Cincinnati, Indian and Kentucky, a therapy group practice which focuses on sex and relationship therapy. Dr. Schmidt received her Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies and Psychology as well as a Master of Arts in Counseling from Cincinnati Christian University. She received her Doctorate from Modern Sex Therapy Institutes. Her research and publications have focused on female sexual pain.Organization bioNyoo Health provides strategic and advisory support to startups, investors, providers, and others as they grow and scale new ways of delivering health and healthcare to women. Beyond that, Nyoo Health is building a movement that will redefine women's health and investing in women as they advocate for themselves in the healthcare system.FemTech Focus Podcast bioThe FemTech Focus Podcast is brought to you by FemHealth Insights, the leader in Women's Health market research and consulting. In this show, Dr. Brittany Barreto hosts meaningfully provocative conversations that bring FemTech experts - including doctors, scientists, inventors, and founders - on air to talk about the innovative technology, services, and products (collectively known as FemTech) that are improving women's health and wellness. Though many leaders in FemTech are women, this podcast is not specifically about female founders, nor is it geared toward a specifically female audience. The podcast gives our host, Dr. Brittany Barreto, and guests an engaging, friendly environment to learn about the past, present, and future of women's health and wellness.FemHealth Insights bioLed by a team of analysts and advisors who specialize in female health, FemHealth Insights is a female health-specific market research and analysis firm, offering businesses in diverse industries unparalleled access to the comprehensive data and insights needed to illuminate areas of untapped potential in the nuanced women's health market.Episode ContributorsPriya BathijaLinkedIn: @Priya Bathija Carine CarmyLinkedIn: @Carine Carmy & @OriginInstagram: @carinerachelle & @theoriginway Dr. Somi JavaidLinkedIn: Somi Javaid, MD & HerMDInstagram: @somijavaidmd & @hermdhealth Dr. Rachel RubinLinkedIn: @Rachel RubinInstagram: @drrachelrubin Dr. Emma SchmidtLinkedIn: @Dr. Emma SchmidtInstagram: @heyemmatherapy Nyoo HealthWebsite: https://www.nyoohealth.com/LinkedIn: @Nyoo HealthInstagram: @nyoohealth  Dr. Brittany BarretoLinkedIn:  @Brittany Barreto, Ph.D.Twitter: @DrBrittBInstagram: @drbrittanybarreto FemTech Focus PodcastWebsite: https://femtechfocus.org/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/femtechfocusTwitter: @FemTech_FocusInstagram: @femtechfocus FemHealth InsightsWebsite: https://www.femhealthinsights.com/LinkedIn: @FemHealth Insights

The old saying "to get to, you must go through" is real. Therapy is a tool that many use to make sense of their behavior patterns to help discover the pieces that contribute to life's blocked path. In many cases, this process includes confronting elements of your life that you've avoided by being in "autopilot" mode. An area impacted most by autopilot is our relationships. During this episode, K.S. lewis and I discuss the importance of communication when it comes to intimacy, and how the health of your relationship with others is directly related to the relationship you have with yourself. Kay Lewis is a certified relationship coach, and psychotherapy intern scheduled to graduate in 2024 with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. Her clinical focus is sex therapy, sexual functioning/issues, anxiety, life transitions, exploration, PTSD, trauma, sexual mindfulness, somatic practices, and culinary therapy. Kay holds memberships in both the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT).

Our guest this time is Dr. Pebble Kranz from the Rochester Center for Sexual Wellness. She is a Family Medicine doctor with a background in theater who now specializes in sexual medicine. Mentored by a beloved sex therapist, the late Gina Ogden, she has been trained in sexual medicine through the European Society of Sexual Medicine and became a Fellow of the European Committee on Sexual Medicine (FECSM) in 2018. Because one training program is never enough, she also has trained with the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH), the American Association of Sexuality Counselors Educators and Therapists (AASECT), and the World Professional Association on Transgender Health (WPATH) where she is pursuing certification in gender-affirming medical care. Dr. Kranz founded the Rochester Center for Sexual Wellness with her husband Dan Rosen, a sex therapist and supervisor in 2017. They see patients and clients of all genders and also do training for therapists interested in becoming sex therapists and sexuality counselors. Since 2021, she has been honored to serve on the board of the Scientific Network on Female Sexual Health and Cancer. Pebble talks with Sabitha and Jane about seeing her patients as whole people, exploring their life stories, asking what sex means to them in their own bodies, and enjoys teaching about so many areas of sexual health and wellness. If you're interested in more information about Pebble Kranz, please check out her page on the Rochester Center for Sexual Wellness website. If you want to catch up on other shows, just visit our website and please subscribe! We love our listeners and welcome your feedback, so if you love Our Better Half, please give us a 5-star rating and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. It really helps support our show! As always, thanks for listening!  

For episode 23, Layman is joined by Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers, a sex educator and psychotherapist, to explore questions around gender and sexual development; the impact of shame on sexual development, and the relationship of shame and guilt; the problems in recent and contemporary sex education in the United States; the possibilities for a hedonic education; deeper forms of sexual identity and development available through tantra and entheogens; and much more. Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers is a nationally known speaker, educator, and writer on sexual health and the biopsychosocial-sexual impact of sexual shame and trauma. She is professor emerita of sexuality and marriage & family therapy at Seattle Pacific University. As a past board member for The American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), Tina is at the forefront shaping change in the lives of professionals and families. As a preeminent voice on the impact of abstinence education, purity culture, and the failure to provide comprehensive sex education Dr. Sellers is frequently featured on podcasts, TV, documentaries, articles, and radio, including Spirituality & Health magazine, and NPR's All Things Considered. In her acclaimed 2017 book, Sex, God and the Conservative Church – Erasing Shame from Sexual Intimacy, Dr. Sellers reveals how the western conservative church in collusion with American consumer-driven culture and politics, has infiltrated our core ability to attach to our partners and instruct our children to attach to theirs. Professional Website https://www.tinaschermersellers.com/ Shameless Parenting https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Pare... Explore The Integral Stage on the Fathom app https://hello.fathom.fm/ Support The Integral Stage on Patreon!   / theintegralstage   Special thanks and big love to Shai Newman, the Limited Hangout guys, Brandon LaChance, Mike McElroy, Brandon Norgaard, Brendan Graham Dempsey, Francesca, and all of our other Patreon supporters!

Trust is the foundation of any healthy relationship. Tammy Hill, LMFT & ASSECT Member joins Crishelle to discuss principles to build, maintain, and rebuild trust with yourself, your spouse, and God. Without trust intimacy is shallow and unfulfilling. Listen to learn principles that will strengthen your relationships and deepen your intimacy. Tammy Hill is passionate about strengthening marriage relationships. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an active member of the American Association of Sexual Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). Tammy has enjoyed being an adjunct faculty member at Brigham Young University in the School of Family Life where she taught hundreds of students each semester in Marriage Preparation, Marriage Enhancement and Healthy Sexuality in Marriage courses. Tammy owns a private counseling practice where she largely works with couples. She has free resources available on her website (http://www.tammyhill.com) where she also offers numerous Making Love Retreats, Honeymoon Workshops, and Dating Bootcamps each year. Published in 2021, Tammy's first book, “God Made Girls and Boys” is a beautiful children's book addressing agency, gender, accountability, and hope in our Heavenly Parent's eternal plan. Her second book, “Replenish: Creating Sexual Fulfillment in Marriage”, was published In January 2023. Most importantly Tammy is forever grateful to be a wife, mother, and grandmother.Show Notes: Join Relay with a free trial: bit.ly/breakingthesilence-relay Listen to Chandler's story on Episode 2.2 here. Tammy's website: https://www.tammyhill.com/  Listen to Live Your Why - Tammy's Podcast  Follow Tammy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy_hill_lmft/   Learn more about Tammy's upcoming events: https://www.tammyhill.com/events-2/  Submit anonymous questions for our Ask a Therapist series or share your story here. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more! Contact us at hello@reach10.org. Learn more about our nonprofit at Reach10.org Love the content and want more? Donate to help us reach more people with compassion, courage, and connection at https://reach10.org/donate/Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests do not necessarily represent our views. We offer this information in good faith, but we don't make any representation that what you hear is accurate, reliable, or complete. Reach 10 and the Breaking the Silence podcast are not responsible or liable for your use of any information heard in this podcast.

Dr. Uchenna “UC” Ossai PT, DPT, WCS, CLT is assistant professor at University of Utah College of Health's Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training.   Dr. Ossai received her clinical doctorate in physical therapy at University of Illinois at Chicago and completed her residency in Women's Health and Movement Impairment Science at Washington University in St. Louis.   Dr. Ossai is an American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) certified Sexuality Counselor, and serves in the role as adjunct faculty at the University of Michigan School of Social Work Sexual Health Certification Program. Her clinical and research interests include sexual function in marginalized populations, particularly among Black women and LGBTQIA+ communities.   Dr. Ossai is also creator/founder of YouSeeLogic, a sexual health platform for adults rooted in an intersectional framework that focuses on improving sexual joy, pleasure, and autonomy through innovative education and community building. Ashlynn Allen 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. Follow her on social media at HERE Retreats with her at HERE Mentor with her at HERE Move "Beyond Betrayal" with her at HERE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashlynn-mitchell/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashlynn-mitchell/support

I wasn't sure if I'd publish this as a podcast episode considering I'm exploring the new territory of just collecting information from health care providers that can support my mission to help people navigate the stigma that comes with not only a herpes, but any STI diagnosis. As I learn more, I learn more. While I filter and curate this information from them to you, maybe you'll have my same experience and growth while I'm learning out loud here through these conversations. So I decided to get their consent to share these recordings that aren't quite podcast episodes, but conversations with providers on their challenges and perspectives as they treat patients. Dr. Lourdes here is the first interview in that series. I look forward to sharing with you here. Lourdes Mantecón-Garza obtained her medical degree in 1982, at the medical school of the Autonomous University of Nuevo León, in Monterrey, Mexico. She continued with specialty studies in Internal Medicine at the SSA Metropolitan Hospital in the same city in 1988. She completed a master's degree in business administration at the University of Texas (MBA, UT-PanAmerican) in 2005. She continue with studies on human sexuality at the Institute for Advanced Studies of Human Sexuality (IASHS) and at the Buehler Institute, both in California USA. Dr. Mantecón is a certified clinical sexologist by the American College of Sexologists International and is also a certified sexuality counselor by the American Association of Sexuality, Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) also in the US. Dr. Mantecón -Garza has fellow studies in women's sexuality by the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH). She is a visiting professor for human sexuality readings at different educational institutions in Mexico (UANL) and the United States (UTRGV school of medicine and family residency). She has presented research papers at national congresses in Mexico and the United States and world ISSM (International Society for Sexual Medicine) 2018, WAS (World Association for Sexual health) 2019 and ISSSWSH 2020. In addition to her practice, Dr. Mantecón Garza decided to write reference books that could be available to the population without the difficulty of medical technicalities. His first work, “The diet and the diabetic”, was published by Editorial Trillas in 1996, the second is “Healthy Sexuality” in the process of printing with the same publisher. She is dedicated to work as sexuality counselor at her office in McAllen Texas, she also offers services through telemedicine in English and Spanish.

Alana Ogilvie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the States of Oregon and Washington and a Certified Sex Therapist (CST) through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). In her private practice, Portland Sex Therapy, Alana provides counseling to individuals and relationships; clinical supervision and professional consultation. Her specialties include desire differences in couples, and working with folks in the poly and kinky communities. https://sextherapyportland.com/https://www.instagram.com/pdxsextherapy/All production by Cody Maxwell. Artwork by Cody Maxwell. Opening graphic assets by sonorafilms. sharkfyn.com maxwellskitchenpodcast.com

This episode follows an interview format with Dr. Patti Britton. Dr. Patti Britton has led 55 SAR programs over the past ten years in seven countries to over 1,500 people. She is the author of the only SAR training manual (Routledge Press, 2017). Britton is a nationally board-certified Clinical Sexologist and world renown as the Pioneer of the profession of Sex Coaching. She's the author of hundreds of articles, book chapters, forewords, and five major books in sexology; a popular speaker to consumers and a seasoned professional trainer for her peers. Dr. Patti has hosted over 40 DVD programs on sexual enhancement. Her media record speaks for itself—with appearances on over 200 television shows, as the featured guest on over 250 interviews for radio, podcasts and media, such as Cosmopolitan, Men's Health, Women's Health, celebrity podcasts and popular sexual health-related websites.   Dr. Patti is the very top leadership globally and is a well respected pioneer in the field of sexology. Britton possesses a Ph.D. and Masters in Public Health, both in Human Sexuality. Dr. Patti is a Certified Sex Coach. Her stellar credentials include: Past President of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT); AASECT Sexuality Educator of the Year 2016; Clinical Fellow, American Academy of Clinical Sexologists; Diplomate, American Board of Sexology; AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator/Supervisor; Lifetime member and Advisory Council for the American College of Sexologists International; Member of the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality; National Advisory Board Ambassador of the Woodhull Freedom Foundation; Elected member of the Advisory Committee for the World Association for Sexual Health. She is also a former Academic Dean and Associate Professor of Sexology for the Institute for the Advanced Study of Human Sexuality; and former Adjunct Faculty at The Chicago School (TCS) of Professional Psychology, Saybrook and Pacifica Institutes. In her capacity as professor, she has chaired more than 30 doctoral dissertations in sexology studies. Dr. Patti has a private practice in Los Angeles area and online via zoom worldwide. Dr. Patti is the Co-Founder of Sex Coach U, the world's premier training and credentialing organization for sex coaches.   Each year, Dr. Patti conducts professional trainings, speaks at major events, participates in national magazine/news/website interviews, speaks on radio shows/podcasts, is a featured expert at various virtual summits, and appears on camera for documentaries, webinars, and DVD programs for couples' sexual enhancement. Dr. Patti believes that women and men have a divine birthright to experience their full erotic and sexual potential.   Sex Coach U   https://drpattibritton.com/   AskEzra.info

Think back: how did you learn about “the birds and bees”? Would you teach your kids in the same way? Or, do you want to do something different? I think we live in a world that REQUIRES a different approach. And that's where Dr. Lexx comes in. In this episode, Dr. Lexx talks about why s e x positive parenting in a shame-free environment provides so much more than learning about the act itself. I learned so much, and I'm sure you will too.About My Guest:Dr. Lexx Brown-James, LMFT, CSE, CSES is a phenomenal sex therapist and sexuality educator who created The Institute for Sexuality & Intimacy, LLC where she features her education skills, therapy services, keynotes, research and sex positivity training for caregivers. She has a best-selling children's book These are My Eyes, This is My Nose, This is My Vulva, These are My Toes that is also featured in a curriculum for kindergarteners and first graders in the New York City School District.Dr. Lexx also serves on the board of The American Association for Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) and is primed to be the first Black woman president of the organization in 2024. She has been featured on podcasts like NPR, ScaryMommy, Therapy for Black Girls, and New York Pix 11 news. Her column, Better Sex with Dr. Lexx for SheKnows has been picked up numerous times by yahoo.com and other news outlets. Dr. Lexx has been featured in articles from MindBodyGreen, Essence Magazine, BuzzFeed, and The American Journal of Family Physicians. Connect with Dr. Lexx:Website: lexxsexdoc.comIG: @lexxsexdocFB: @lexxsexdocLI: @lexxsexdocGrown and Growing Podcast: Like. Follow. Share. Connect with me:Website: grownandgrowing.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @GrownandgrowingpodcastInstagram: @GrownandgrowingpodcastEmail: grown.growingpodcast@gmail.com

This episode is for women who are ready to take control of their sexual health and pleasure. Join my guests, Goddess Honey B and Sha' Cannon and I as we delve into the often taboo topic of women's sexual wellness, from understanding our own bodies to exploring new ways to enhance our sexual experiences. Sha' Cannon is a trusted Fractional Chief Operating Officer to some 7-figure, multiple 6-figure, and 6-figure brands. She helps entrepreneurs to stop spinning their wheels by making their businesses make sense so that they make money and create time freedom. She fulfills that mission by sharing content and trainings that bring clarity and focus for small business transformational growth. Goddess Honey B is a pro and lifestyle FemDomme and adult sex & kink educator. A self-described Black feminist freak, her kink practice is rooted in her politics and is explicitly in service of the freedom of Black people. In practice this means that while the identities of those who worship her are varied, she prioritizes being a place where Black folks, especially for Black women, trans and gender queer folks, can reimagine relationships to their own bodies, to certain implements (whips, floggers, ropes), and to pleasure more broadly. While her talents span a wide range of kink practices her specialties are impact play, knife play, wax, and generally making people cum whilst at the intersection of fear, arousal, anticipation and liberation. She is a member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), has presented workshops across the country, and has been published in Yes! Magazine. Get ready to break the mold and embrace your sensuality as we empower you to own your sexuality and live your best life. #WUHSis #SexualEmpowerment #SexualLiberation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wakeuphappysis/message

Life is meant to be joyous! We are pleasure-seeking creatures by nature. Joy makes us younger, smarter, more intuitive, and healthier . . . with better hormonal balance and immune-system functioning. Joy even positively affects our metabolism.On today's episode Cody invites Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist and Sexual Relationship Coach, Marissa Nelson. They talk all about this and how if we deliberately pursue pleasure we can improve more than just our relationships, it can help us heal our lives. Marissa Nelson has helped hundreds of couples rediscover lasting connection while overcoming all of life's challenges together. She is one of less than ten African-American therapists nationwide to hold these professional designations. Her extensive clinical knowledge of couples issues yet accessible and contemporary style makes couples and sex therapy conversational, warm and fun.An internationally recognized expert, she is the creator of IntimacyMoons Couples Retreats, rated by Women's Health and Bustle Magazines as one of the top couples retreats worldwide. She has also been frequently featured in over 100 national and international media publications including the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, CBC, CNN Health, Glamour, Latina and Black Enterprise.In 2021, Marissa launched IntimacyIVF, a tailored online program and therapy practice for couples experiencing infertility to learn the specific psycho-emotional skills to break free from isolation, shame and fear, and enjoy deep connection on their path to parenthood. Marissa graduated with a Master's in Marriage & Family Therapy from Drexel University where she received the Department of Family Therapy Service Award. Marissa also pursued post-graduate studies, receiving a Certificate in Sexual Health & Sex Therapy from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. In summer 2021, she will pursue a Masters in Education Entrepreneurship at the University of Pennsylvania. She is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT), American Association of Sexuality Educators, Conselors and Therapists (AASECT), American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and is a Board member of Diversity and Inclusion Committee of RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association.Want to connect with Marissa? Find her at intimacymoons.com or at intimacyivf.comWant to purchase a Mixhers Herpleasure Play Pack? Here you go!Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. You can watch full episodes on YouTube now as well. Like and Subscribe to the It's Hertime Podcast HERE!Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know! 

If you have ever wondered what it's like when a gynecologist mother and a sex therapist daughter hang out – you are about to find out! My guest (and daughter) Rachel Zar LMFT, CST, has a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is an AASECT-certified sex therapist. We are going to chat about what happens behind the closed doors of a sex therapist. Rachel and I talk about: The WORST and BEST thing about growing up with a gynecologist mom What kind of education and training someone needs to be a CERTIFIED SEX THERAPIST What does NOT HAPPEN during a sex therapy session Who BENEFITS from seeing a sex therapist What ACTUALLY HAPPENS during sex therapy How a therapist approaches couples with sexual medical problems Therapy for DESIRE DISCREPANCY If FANTASY is a red flag that a relationship is in trouble KINK! What it means to be SEX POSITIVE and why is it important as a therapist   The sex therapy approach to ORGASM issues The advantages of VIRTUAL Therapy as opposed to in-person therapy To find a certified sex therapist: American Association of Sexuality Educators, counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) : https://www.aasect.org/referral-directory More about Rachel Zar LMFT, CST Website https://www.rachelzartherapy.com/ Articles https://www.rachelzartherapy.com/#publications Practice Spark Chicago Therapy  https://www.sparkchicagotherapy.com/ Social Media https://www.instagram.com/rachelzartherapy/ https://www.facebook.com/rachelzartherapy Other Episodes on This Topic Episode 8:When Painful Sex Leads to Problem Relationships  with Dr. Sheryl Kingsberg Episode 16  Minimizing the Monotony of Monogamy with Dr. Alexandra Solomon Episode 20: Is non-monogamy having a moment? With Dr. Wednesday Martin Episode 41 Why Men go Missing in Bed with Dr. Stephen Snyder  Episode 42 Out of Practice Does Not Mean Out of Business Episode 47 Orgasm Equality with Dr. Laurie Mintz Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of the North American Menopause Society.  Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Sign Up to receive  Dr. Streicher's Free Newsletter:   Subscribe and Follow Dr. Streicher on  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Twitter @DrStreicher Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy

In this episode of The Honestly Unfiltered Podcast, Jeni and Ellie sit down with Dr. Lee Phillips, a Psychotherapist & Sex Therapist. Dr. Lee's mission is to crush the myth that people with chronic illnesses and other disabilities are not sexual. His podcast, Sex, and Chronic Illness, features stories from individuals, couples, and other experts on overcoming shame and the sexual limitations caused by illness and disability.Dr. Lee Phillips is in private practice in New York City and McLean, VA, where she specializes in sex and couples therapy. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, and New York. She is a Certified Sex Therapist (CST) by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). Dr. Phillips has been in private practice for more than a decade, treating a diverse group of patients searching for relief from the complications resulting from debilitating and often overlooked combinations of illnesses. She lectures on topics including sexuality, therapy with LGBTQIA+ clients, chronic pain, preventative services, anxiety and stress management, caregiving stress, depression in the elderly, mindfulness and cognitive strategies for chronic pain, reclaiming sexuality for couples with chronic illness, ethical decision making, assessment of mental disorders, sex and couples therapy, consensual non-monogamy, and exploring sexual communication, freedom, and pleasure for gender minorities with chronic illness, pain, and other disabilities. She has published in the Journal of Baccalaureate Social Work, conducting a research study on LGBTQ-Affirmative Teaching at Historically Black Colleges and Universities: Understanding Program Directors Views. She holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Behavioral Health from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ. She has been quoted in over 40 media outlets. She is the host of the podcast, Sex and Chronic Illness with Dr. Lee.___________More about Dr. LeeDr. Lee on InstagramDr. Lee on TwitterDr. Lee's Podcast____________We have Podcast Merch! Check Out Our Designs Here!Use coupon code HU2022 for 15% off.Please subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and as always, send in your questions or comments to Jeni@honestlyunfilteredpodcasts.comConnect with us on Social Media: Facebook.com/HonestlyUnfilteredPodcastInstagram.com/TheHonestlyUnfilteredPodcastTwitter.com/iAmJeniThomasCheck out our website and blog at www.honestlyunfilteredpodcasts.comDo you like what you hear? Buy Us a Coffee!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrpChartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

This is such an important conversation on how to raise our teens with agency so that they have the skills to set boundaries, and know what they want and know what they don't want. This conversation about consent explores all the nuances of a true consent. We address what moms can do to reduce the shame factor so our teens will be honest with us. Dr. Laura McGuire is an internationally recognized consultant, survivor, researcher, seminarian, and author of the book Creating Cultures of Consent (Rowman & Littlefield, 2021) and The Sexual Misconduct Prevention Guidebook: Consent and Conduct for Higher Education Campuses (Fielding University Press, 2022). They were named as one of the 2022 Champions of Pride by the Advocate Magazine and are regularly featured in media outlets for their expertise and approachability. Dr McGuire is a certified member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), and The Society of Professional Consultants. Dr. McGuire lives in the United States, where she works as an adjunct professor at Widener & Dominican University and CEO at The National Center for Equity and Agency. To learn more and contact Laura: https://equityandagency.com/ https://drlauramcguire.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Embodiment for the Rest of Us - Season 2, Episode 3: Molly Adler   Chavonne (she/her) and Jenn (she/her) interviewed  Molly Adler(she/her) about her embodiment journey.    Molly is a Certified Sex Therapist with the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). Her practice Sex Therapy New Mexico is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Tiwa land. She works with a lot of clients who are LGBTQ2S+, BIPOC, anti-racist, activists, polyamorous, and/or kink identified. Her approach is compassionate, grounded, pleasure-centered, light-hearted & social justice oriented. She enjoys the micro-level therapeutic work, as well as working towards structural change by offering training for healthcare providers and institutions who want to be more inclusive of sexual and gender diversity in their work.  Previously she co-founded and co-directed Self Serve Toys, New Mexico's first and only sex-positive, health- and education-focused adult shop and resource center for its first eight years.    Molly's Website Molly's Email List Molly's Instagram   Content Warning: discussion of privilege, discussion of diet culture, mention of mental health struggles, mention of dissociation, mention of rape culture   Trigger Warnings: 33:12: Molly discusses sexual violence and abuse 1:09:59: Chavonne uses a term that is harmful to some of those experiencing gender expansiveness   The captions for this episode can be found at https://embodimentfortherestofus.com/season-2/season-2-episode-3-molly-adler/#captions/   A few highlights: 4:55: Molly shares her understanding of embodiment and her own embodiment journey 15:37: Molly discusses how the pandemic has affected her devotion to embodiment, what lights her up up on a regular basis to feel embodied how to make this accessible for everyone 35:46: Molly shares how one's sense of embodiment impacts sexual pleasure and vice-a-versa 49:30: Molly discusses her understanding of “the rest of us” and how she is a part of that, as well as her privileges 1:09:38: Molly discusses gender expansiveness and embodiment practices for those experiencing it 1:21:35: Molly shares her definition of pleasure liberation 1:29:10: Molly discusses Self Serve and Aliso Roots Community Collective and why physical spaces are important in fostering liberation 1:42:12: Molly shares how listeners can make a difference based on this conversation 1:47:37: Molly discusses where to be found and what's next for her Links from this episode: Adrienne Marie Brown Betty Martin Bodymind Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Cuddle Parties DSM-5 Fatness Spectrum Fight-Flight-Freeze-Fawn Response Functional Fixedness Gender Dysphoria Internal Family Systems Therapy Interoception Janina Fisher Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha Lucie Fielding Marcia Baczynski Mating In Captivity Medical-Industrial Complex The Nap Ministry Pleasure Activism PTSD Reid Mihalko Self Serve Sensate Focus Sensorimotor Therapy Skin Hunger Sonya Renee Taylor Trans Sex Tricia Hersey   Also, two extra resources Molly wanted to pass along! Curvy Girl Sex Honor Native Land Tax   Music: “Bees and Bumblebees (Abeilles et Bourdons​)​, Op. 562” by Eugène Dédé through the Creative Commons License   Please follow us on social media: Website: embodimentfortherestofus.com Twitter: @embodimentus Instagram: @embodimentfortherestofus

On this episode of #mensexpleasure, I chat with Dr. Patti Britton. Dr. Patti has led 55 SAR programs over the past ten years in seven countries to over 1,500 people. She is the author of the only SAR training manual. Dr. Patti is a nationally board-certified Clinical Sexologist and world renown as the Pioneer of the profession of Sex Coaching. She's the author of hundreds of articles, book chapters, forewords, and five major books in sexology; a popular speaker to consumers and a seasoned professional trainer for her peers. Dr. Patti has hosted over 40 DVD programs on sexual enhancement. Her media record speaks for itself—with appearances on over 200 television shows, as the featured guest on over 250 interviews for radio, podcasts and media, such as Cosmopolitan, Men's Health, Women's Health, celebrity podcasts and popular sexual health-related websites. Dr. Patti possesses a Ph.D. and Masters in Public Health, both in Human Sexuality. She is a Certified Sex Coach. Her stellar credentials include: Past President of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT); AASECT Sexuality Educator of the Year 2016; Clinical Fellow, American Academy of Clinical Sexologists; Diplomate, American Board of Sexology; AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator/Supervisor; Lifetime member and Advisory Council for the American College of Sexologists International; Member of the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality; National Advisory Board Ambassador of the Woodhull Freedom Foundation; Elected member of the Advisory Committee for the World Association for Sexual Health. Dr. Patti has a private practice in the Los Angeles area and online via zoom worldwide. She is also the Co-Founder of Sex Coach U, the world's premier training and credentialing organization for sex coaches. Key points: Dr. Patti shares about what inspired her to create sex coaching What is sex coaching? Sex Coaching vs Sex Therapy The MEBES© Model Dr. Patti's speciality areas of coaching Sex Coach U (and a big announcement) Sexology trends regarding masculinity Retirement and passions Relevant links: Dr. Patti's website: https://drpattibritton.com/ Sex Coach U website: https://sexcoachu.com/

I'm honoured to interview Dr. Peggy Kleinplatz, author of one of my favourite books, Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers.  Dr Kleinplatz shared some of the lessons and wisdom she learnt from the extraordinary lovers she researched.  We had a rich conversation exploring why great lovers are made not born, how the cure for low sexual desire is to create a sex life that is worth wanting,  the truth about sex in long term relationships, how to create gourmet sex and more. This is essential listening!   Dr. Kleinplatz shares: The eight qualities of extraordinary lovers  The lessons learnt from extraordinary lovers  Why the cure for low sexual desire is desirable sex  Why sex doesn't need to fade in long term relationships  The illusion of spontaneous sex Why great lovers are made not born How to create gourmet sex  Dr. Peggy J. Kleinplatz is Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa, Canada. Please see http://www.optimalsexualexperiences.com/ (www.optimalsexualexperiences.com). She is a Certified Sex Therapist and Educator.  Her clinical work focuses on eroticism and transformation. Her current research focuses on optimal sexual experience, with a particular interest in sexual health in the elderly, disabled, chronically ill and marginalized populations. She is also providing international training for therapists seeking to “treat” low/no desire/frequency by enhancing the quality of couples' sexual and relational intimacy.  Kleinplatz has edited or authored five books including New Directions in Sex Therapy: Innovations and Alternatives, winner of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counsellors and Therapists (AASECT) 2013 Book Award and with A. Dana Menard, Ph.D.  Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers, winner of the 2021Society for Sex Therapy and Research Consumer Book Award.  In 2015, Kleinplatz received the AASECT Professional Standard of Excellence Award. In 2021, Kleinplatz received the Distinguished Sexual and Gender Health Revolutionary Award by the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health of the Medical School, University of Minnesota. RESOURCES FROM DR. KLEINPLATZ  For more information on Dr Kleinplatz's work, training and to find a therapist, visit http://www.optimalsexualexperiences.com/ (www.optimalsexualexperiences.com) Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers by Peggy J. Kleinplatz PhD and A. Dana Ménard PhD RESOURCES FROM SARAH Sign up to Sarah's newsletter for pleasure mapping, a free guided practice https://www.sarahrosebright.co.uk/guided-pleasure-mapping/ (https://www.sarahrosebright.co.uk/guided-pleasure-mapping/) Book a free consultation with Sarah  https://calendly.com/sarahrosebright (https://calendly.com/sarahrosebright) Ignite Your Sexuality, a 10 module self study course for women  https://www.sarahrosebright.co.uk/an-online-course-for-women/ (https://www.sarahrosebright.co.uk/an-online-course-for-women/) Find Sarah online   Website http://www.sarahrosebright.com/ (www.sarahrosebright.com) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosebright/ (https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosebright/) Facebook https://www.facebook.com/sarahrosebrightsexcoach (https://www.facebook.com/sarahrosebrightsexcoach) Youtube  http://youtube.com/c/sarahrosebright (http://youtube.com/c/sarahrosebright) Spotify for some playlists https://open.spotify.com/user/dog9xui4wwpjatvbnpb2t7l3y?si=jnc_V6wxSCqaqr3UhNgD6Q (https://open.spotify.com/user/dog9xui4wwpjatvbnpb2t7l3y?si=jnc_V6wxSCqaqr3UhNgD6Q) ABOUT YOUR HOST Your podcast host, Sarah Rose Bright is a Sex & Intimacy coach and the creator of Intimate Sexuality. Sarah is on a mission to help women and couples to love and celebrate their sexuality, create healthy and happy intimate relationships and find their pleasure, playfulness...

We talk with Dr. Ashley Winter about the importance of educating physicians and patients on female sexual health, including common presenting symptoms and newer treatments. --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs: https://earnc.me/5vpkrH --- SHOW NOTES In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia and Dr. Ashley Winter discuss women's sexual health. First, Dr. Winter explains her role as a urologist in providing hybrid sexual health consulting for men and women. Then, the doctors discuss basic sexual history intake questions for women. Although there are many screening questionnaires, Dr. Winter prefers to use the Female Sexual Function Index because it evaluates sexual desire, arousal, pain and orgasm ability. She also makes sure to ask about issues indirectly related to sex, such as lower urinary tract symptoms, recurrent UTIs, and pelvic pain. Performing a complete physical exam is important in patients presenting with sexual dysfunction. Dr. Winter explains her usual genital exam, paying close attention to any abnormalities regarding the clitoris, labia majora/minora, and vestibule. She also performs a pelvic floor exam. She does not usually order a hormone panel, but may check TSH and HbA1c to rule out diabetic neuropathy. Next, Dr. Bagrodia and Dr. Winter delve into the evaluation and management of specific sexual dysfunctions. Low libido, or hypoactive sexual desire, is a common issue for women. It can be a result of menopause, oral contraceptive use, cystectomy, postpartum concerns, vulvar disorders, selective serotonin inhibitors, history of breast/cervical cancer, or history of abuse/trauma. For patients in the last category, Dr. Winter encourages collaboration with social workers and therapists. She mentions that the American Association of Sexual Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) is a great resource for finding these professionals. For peri/post-menopausal women, she recommends prescribing a testosterone gel. Additionally, non-hormonal treatments for low libido include flibanserin and bremelanotide. For issues regarding sexual arousal, Dr. Winter emphasizes proper education and screening for diabetes first. If arousal is inhibited because of a lack of lubrication, then correction of estrogen levels may be necessary. Estrogen supplementation, or topical/vaginal estrogen, can be used to treat problems with arousal, as well as recurrent UTIs and genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). Dr. Winter notes that these low doses of estrogen preparations are unlikely to actually raise blood estrogen levels and cause systemic side effects. Finally, in patients who complain of pain with sex, Dr. Winter recommends education about lubricants and pelvic floor physical therapy. --- RESOURCES AASECT: https://www.aasect.org/

MATURE CONTENT WARNING.Singapore-based relationship counselor and clinical sexologist Dr. Martha Tara Lee decided to take it upon herself to be an advocate for positive sexuality in 2007 - something that we really need in the Philippines, mga Bessies, kung saan pahirapan pa din kumbinsihin ang lipunan na importante ang sex education sa ating bansa. Since 2011, Dr. Lee has been (and still is) the only certified sexuality educator by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) in Southeast Asia, the leading professional organization for sexuality educators, sexuality counselors and sex therapists in the United States. In short, she strives to be the one of the best sexologists in the world! Taray, diba, Bessies?! She set out to make a positive difference in embarking on her doctorate in human sexuality, then launching Eros Coaching in 2009. The Project asks Dr. Lee to clarify what a sexologist actually does and the most common sexual problems people come to her for. Nagbigay siya ng mga tips kung papano painitin ang nanlalamig na mga sexual relationships, at shempre dahil The Balut Kiki Project ito, tinanong namin siya kung  ano ang dapat gawin sa halos non-existent libido ng mga taong depressed na nagte-take ng anti-depressant medications. Best in the world na yan eh, diba?Samahan ninyo kami sa pagpapatuloy ng aming Usapang+Sex Series - one of the best sex series in the whole wide world! Charmus!Visit Dr. Lee's website here. Check out Dr. Lee's books here.Music: Epidemic Sound:::::::::::::::::::::::::If you enjoyed this project, please head on over to our website for more resources: www.balutkiki.com.The Balut Kiki Project is an international award-winning podcast being the lone Philippine winner at the Asia Podcast Festival Awards held in Singapore last December, 2021.Please leave us a rating and a review. This helps us appear on searches much quicker and allows people to discover our podcast easier so we are able reach and empower more. Better yet, please tell a friend about us, especially if that friend needs to relate to somebody going through a tough time. Let them know they're not alone.Send us an email (balutkiki@gmail.com) if you have any questions, want a shoutout, or have suggestions on how we can improve on the podcast. We love hearing from all of you - keep them coming!If you want to support our show, please click on the BuyMeACoffee link below, and see how you can support us!Thanks for listening and there's much more to listen to! Binge away!Support the show

Dr. Fuller obtained her undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in neuroscience and theatre from Wesleyan College. MA from Walden University specializing in children/adolescent counseling and sex education. She holds a medical degree from Washington University of Health and Science. Certified as a Sex Therapist by the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) through Modern Sex therapy Institute. As a doctor and sex therapist, she has expertise and experience working with a wide range of sexual and relationship issues. She specializes in working with individuals with mental illness, sex education, discordant desire and infidelity in couples, sexual dysfunction and anxiety, and sexual compulsivity. If you're dealing with sexual trauma or want to work with her for any sex related topics, feel free to reach out to her. She's a Sex Therapist licensed Across the nation. Contact her for a virtual appointment Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mind.body.sex/ Email: MindBodySexLLC@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/imperfectlybeautiful1/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/imperfectlybeautiful1/support

We all know that sexual relationships with clients is a big no-no, and yet sexual boundary crossing with clients tends to be in the top 3 issues that get reported to licensing Boards. In this informative episode with Dr. Daniel Watter, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor, we talk about how therapists can go from knowing this clear cut boundary to sitting on an ethics Board's disciplinary committee as a result of having crossed that line. In this episode, he talks about steps mental health practitioners can take to self-reflect and get support if they recognize growing feelings for clients. Want to connect with Dr. Daniel Watter? Dr. Watter is a psychologist and a marital and family therapist. He is Board Certified in Sex Therapy by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), and the American Board of Sexology (ACS). Dr. Watter is an AASECT certified sex therapy supervisor, and he is a faculty member at the University of Michigan School of Social Work's Sexual Certification Program and the Modern Sex Therapy Institutes. He has completed two terms on the New Jersey Psychological Association's Ethics Committee where he spent two years as the Committee's chairperson. From 2019-2021 he was the Chair of the AASECT Ethics Advisory Committee. You can find him at: http://www.morrispsych.com/ (http://www.morrispsych.com/ ) Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts? Find us at: protectingyourpractice.com FB: @protectingyourpractice IG: @protectingyourpractice To work with Dan if you're a mental health practitioner in Maryland, go to: https://danielmayerlaw.com/ (https://danielmayerlaw.com/ ) To consult with Melissa about your private practice and group practice questions, go to: intentionalpractice.net

Colonization and Its Impact on Modern Sexuality We tend to think of colonization as something that happened and is over and is done, without realizing that it set up processes and expectations, beliefs, and systems of thought that we are still living with in this current day. This has created historical trauma that remains today. There is a legacy of shame and of limitations that came with settlers in North America. Anne Mauro has been studying this, and we talk about this whole concept of the sexuality that the settlers brought in and what this has come to mean for all of us. We discuss the ways in which it could be manifesting and limiting us, and how it is certainly impacting how people of color, women of color are treated still in this culture. What is settler sexuality? We know that when the settlers arrived in North America, some were coming for a better life and to avoid persecution for their own religious beliefs. And when they arrived, they had their own ideas of what sexuality was, and a lot of that was a belief that it was solely for procreation. But with indigenous people, they saw two spirit people, or a matrilineal model, instead of a patriarchal model. They saw homosexuality, and they saw indigenous people engaging in sexual play outside of marriage. They were completely appalled by this. Their idea of sexuality was no sex before marriage, you are property of your father until you're married, and then you are property of your husband. “We don't want you masturbating, or talking about menstruation, that is bad. You're not supposed to be nude. You're not supposed to have inordinate affection, or too much desire or affection.” Also, women are supposed to dress a certain way. They're supposed to be homemakers and don't work outside of the house. You're supposed to stay a virgin, not just for the religious reasons, but there was economic value in virginity if you were seen as pure. The shame came across with the settlers If you didn't fall within the settler sexuality model, you could be publicly shamed, whipped, or tortured. People were burned for masturbation and for homosexuality. They were shamed for anything that was falling outside of this model. If you got caught, you could get in trouble. When the settlers came, they brought with them their own historical sexual trauma. Still impacting today Anne believes that with the sexual script that's inherited in American sexuality, there is a maltreatment especially of women of color, but of people of color in general. This legacy of the settler sexuality construct has dramatic impacts today, leaving people feeling like there is something wrong with themselves if they don't fit into it, and very few people do. Biography: Anne Mauro is a Licensed Couples and Family therapist, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, and AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator. She has earned her M.A from Antioch University Seattle (AUS) and a Doctorate of Human Sexuality from the Institute for the Advanced Study of Human Sexuality. Her private practice, Mending Connections, in Tacoma, Washington, specializes in couples counseling and sex therapy. Anne serves as adjunct faculty at AUS, where she created and taught a course titled Colonization and Sex for the Sexuality Certificate Program. Additionally, Anne works in the Couples and Family Therapy program providing clinical supervision to graduate student interns. In partnership with a colleague, Anne is an American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) continuing education (CEU) provider. Through this venture, Anne co-created the Beyond Settler Sex Sexually Attitude Reassessment (SAR). Her first Routledge publication, More Than Ebony and Ivory: Complexities of sex therapy with interracial couples, can be found in An Intersectional Approach to Sex Therapy: Centering the lives of indigenous, racialized, and people of color. Anne is working on her second publication, The Colonization of Black Sexuality: A clinician's guide to relearning and healing. Anne has served on the AASECT Awards Committee since 2018 and the AASECT Ethics Committee since 2021. Anne is an active WOCSHN member and one of the original members included on the WOCSHN Membership Directory, the first of its kind directory featuring Black, Indigenous, women of color in the sexuality field. In service of the profession, Anne is a member of AASECT Awards Committee and AASECT Ethics Committee. Resources and links: Anti-Racist Psychotherapy: https://amzn.to/2YjFKRW Healing the Soul Wound: https://amzn.to/3A7Va8V My Grandmother's Hands: https://amzn.to/2ZNcVxO Website: https://www.mendingmyconnections.com/ Instagram: @annemauro.cst.cse More info: The Desire Spa – https://thedesirespa.com Sex Health Quiz – https://www.sexhealthquiz.com  The Book – https://www.sexwithoutstress.com  Podcast Website – https://www.intimacywithease.com Access the Free webinar: How to want more sex without it feeling like a chore:  https://intimacywithease.com/masterclass Sex with Jessa Zimmerman https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/ Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/210-colonization-and-its-impact-on-modern-sexuality-anne-mauroMore info and resources: How Big a Problem is Your Sex Life? Quiz – https://www.sexlifequiz.com The Course – https://www.intimacywithease.com The Book – https://www.sexwithoutstress.com Podcast Website – https://www.intimacywithease.com Access the Free webinar: How to make sex easy and fun for both of you: https://intimacywithease.com/masterclass Secret Podcast for the Higher Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/hdppodcast Secret Podcast for the Lower Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/ldppodcast

In this episode, Dr. Aleida Heinz discusses how divorce can be an opportunity to examine how emotional connection has an impact on the sexual experience in relationships.  Dr. Heinz shares her own experience with her divorce and describes how she took the time to grieve the loss and do the work on herself so she could show up in a healthier way in her 2nd marriage, which ultimately led to a more satisfying sex life. She helps you do the same in this episode as well as in her book "Make Love 365 Times a Year: 7 Sex Secrets for a Passionate Love Life". Dr. Heinz holds a Ph.D. in Human Sexuality, Master's degree in Sexology and Couple Clinical Counseling, and a BS in Family Science & Psychology. Board Certified Sexologist, Certified Sex Counselor by The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), and member of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS). She has over 20 years of experience with individuals and couples. Private Practice in Charlotte NC and online. Author of "Make Love 365 Times a Year: 7 Sex Secrets for a Passionate Love Life".She has been married twice. Happily divorced in 2000 after 12 years of marriage with 3 children, at age 34. This was followed by 10 years of happy single life. She married second time in 2010 in the USA to someone she had a crush on at age 12 Now happily married for 11 years at age 56, and still making love 365 times a year... Dr Heinz has a boy 29 years old living in Germany, a boy 27 years old living in the USA, and a girl 25 years old living in Spain. And, a 1 year old dog...her new baby! Find out more about Dr. Heinz here: Dr. Aleida Heiz

We all know that sexual relationships with clients is a big no-no, and yet sexual boundary crossing with clients tends to be in the top 3 issues that get reported to licensing Boards. In this informative episode with Dr. Daniel Watter, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor, we talk about how therapists can go from knowing this clear cut boundary to sitting on an ethics Board's disciplinary committee as a result of having crossed that line. In this episode, he talks about steps mental health practitioners can take to self-reflect and get support if they recognize growing feelings for clients. Want to connect with Dr. Daniel Watter? Dr. Watter is a psychologist and a marital and family therapist.  He is Board Certified in Sex Therapy by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), and the American Board of Sexology (ACS).  Dr. Watter is an AASECT certified sex therapy supervisor, and he is a faculty member at the University of Michigan School of Social Work's Sexual Certification Program and the Modern Sex Therapy Institutes.  He has completed two terms on the New Jersey Psychological Association's Ethics Committee where he spent two years as the Committee's chairperson.  From 2019-2021 he was the Chair of the AASECT Ethics Advisory Committee.  You can find him at: http://www.morrispsych.com/ (www.morrispsych.com) Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts? Find us at: protectingyourpractice.com FB: @protectingyourpractice IG: @protectingyourpractice To work with Dan if you're a mental health practitioner in Maryland, go to: https://danielmayerlaw.com/ (https://danielmayerlaw.com/) To consult with Melissa about your private practice and group practice questions, go to: intentionalpractice.net

In this uncharacteristically lucid episode, the Stepfamily gets busy busting masturbation myths and attempting to normalize the topic by talking about their own techniques. Now, you too can become a Masturbation Master! Cum for the facts, stay for the fun! Sponsored by Master Bait and Tackle. ***The asterisk of consent is always present, and it always applies!*** Thank you for listening to the Smut's Up Podcast! Email us at smutsup69@gmail.com Join our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/3493620117335739/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SmutsUp69 American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). Sources: Masturbation Relieves Anxiety, Helps You Sleep, and Boosts Your Sex Life. So Why Don't More Women Do It? Health.com https://www.health.com/sex/female-masturbation Is Masturbation Healthy? Planned Parenthood.com https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/sex-pleasure-and-sexual-dysfunction/masturbation/masturbation-healthy Are there side effects to masturbation? Medical News Today.com https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320265 Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life By Emily Nagoski https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22609341-come-as-you-are

Kristen Lilla is Nebraska and Iowa's only AASECT Certified Sex Therapist (CST) and AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator (CSE) through the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). She is also one of four dually Certified Sex Educator and Therapy Supervisors in the world.  In addition, Kristen Lilla published two books in 2019; Boxes and How We Fill Them: A Basic Guide to Sexual Awareness, and Vaginas and Periods 101: A Pop-Up Book. She is frequently quoted in articles for prominent websites including Refinery29 and GlamourUK. Learn more about Kristen at kristenlilla.com and sexedtalk.com

In this episode we see how communication can affect a person's sexuality and intimacy and how we can work towards that with our partner. Communication, vulnerability and how to have conversations with our partners Kristen correlates communication with vulnerability because we often don't talk about sex, it makes us uncomfortable. Her book starts with communication, vulnerability and normalizing the two. It's overwhelming to read hundreds of pages of a book to be aware of a single topic. Kristen says she wanted some cut to the chase, something practical to read and to apply it in real life. So, she added exercises at the end of every chapter that includes a lot of conversation starters for couples. There are several variables that come into play. Our upbringing has a huge impact on how we communicate in our relations. The way families communicate with each other reflects in how they communicate in their relationships. It's about acknowledging that. Problems with ineffective communication and what's the answer? Kristen describes defensiveness and avoidance as the biggest pitfalls people have with communication. We're so engrossed in defending ourselves that we forget to listen. We also avoid difficult conversations especially about sex because it makes us uncomfortable but Kristen urges us to be uncomfortable. She emphasizes that it's better to be uncomfortable than to avoid the conversation. How does vulnerability play a role in communication? Vulnerability isn't necessarily shown in the matters of sex, even sharing our emotions could be vulnerable. Kristen explains it by sharing a heart-warming example from her personal life. When we share our emotions, and they aren't reciprocated or validated immediately, it makes us feel exposed and thus leaving us vulnerable. But as the conversation goes, Kristen poses a question of whether it's better to have a conversation rather than keep assuming that someone loves you. She says, “There's validation in acknowledging it”. What do you think prevents couples from being vulnerable? Kristen believes fear of judgement from your partner and presuming a partner's reaction keeps us from opening up. We rather let the problems pile up than have a conversation that leaves us with shame and guilt. But If you want to do something differently, give them the opportunity to surprise you, to say something differently even though you know what they're going to say. Kristen talks about how important it is to “just listen” and she emphasizes that you don't have to get judgmental or commit to something but just express gratitude for sharing and then revisit it later. It makes the partner feel safe to have an open and honest conversation with you. Exercises for couples around these ideas: Kristen suggests practicing “Pancake talk”. It involves processing an experience and talking about it at a later time in a neutral territory. It gives you an opportunity to not be reactive and get away from high intensity emotions. She refers to ‘four horsemen of John Gottman' while talking about being mindful with your responses and listening without getting defensive. She suggests repeating it back just like in ‘Imago therapy' and mirroring exercises which compels you to slow down and listen to what the other person is saying. She also talks about risky conversations about a kink or a fetish or wanting to talk about being polyamory doesn't have to be difficult. Your partner might understand what you're communicating with them and acknowledge that but it doesn't necessarily mean they're agreeing with you. Kristen explains that with an example, you can be mad at your partner about something and have consensual sex and still not forgive them. Kristen encourages people to look at their childhood and connect the dots with who they are now. It can be done by questioning how you got your sex education. She talks about unwinding the messages of religious upbringing and false information. Other sections in the book Apart from talking about communication and vulnerability in a couple's sex life, the book has several other sections about fantasy, open relationships, low libido, sexual assault and trauma and how to process this and how to normalize these topics. Resources and Links: Kristen Lilla's website – ​https://kristenlilla.com Kristen's Book – ​Boxes and How We Fill Them: A Basic Guide to Sexual Awareness Kristen's Book – ​Vaginas and Periods 101: A Pop-Up Book More info: Training video – ​https://jessazimmerman.mykajabi.com/video-choice Sex Health Quiz –https://www. ​sexhealthquiz.com The Course –https:// ​www.intimacywitheasemethod.com The Book – ​https://www.sexwithoutstress.com Podcast Website – ​https://www.intimacywithease.com Access the Free webinar: How to help your partner want more sex without making them feel pressured or obligated: ​https://intimacywithease.com/free-webinar Background: Kristen Lilla, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, is Nebraska and Iowa's only AASECT Certified Sex Therapist(CST) and AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator(CSE) through the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). She is also one of four dually Certified Sex Educator and Therapy Supervisors in the world. Kristen is an international speaker and has spoken at conferences including the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality (SSSS), National Sex Education Conference (CSE), Eyes Open Iowa Conference, Bangladesh Sex Therapy Training, and AASECT Annual Conference. Additionally, Kristen published two books in 2019; Boxes and How We Fill Them: A Basic Guide to Sexual Awareness, and Vaginas and Periods 101: A Pop-Up Book. Better Sex with Jessa Zimmerman https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/ Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/164-sexual-awareness-kristen-lillaMore info and resources: How Big a Problem is Your Sex Life? Quiz – https://www.sexlifequiz.com The Course – https://www.intimacywithease.com The Book – https://www.sexwithoutstress.com Podcast Website – https://www.intimacywithease.com Access the Free webinar: How to make sex easy and fun for both of you: https://intimacywithease.com/masterclass Secret Podcast for the Higher Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/hdppodcast Secret Podcast for the Lower Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/ldppodcast

Sensate Focus Exercises Sensate focus is a touching technique for couples or individuals that stimulates the primal part of the brain to enjoy a fully immersive experience with your partner. The technique starts with focusing on temperature, texture and pressure and uses a tactile sensation to move away from distraction. Linda uses the technique for almost everything ranging from low/ no desire, sexual dysfunction, trauma, body image issues to rekindling connection between couples. One Size Doesn't Fit All With each individual experiencing sensation differently, Linda highlights building up sexual tension with touch. From Linda's experience, there is often a need to manage each level as it is approached. She removes conflict and pressure from couples relationships, by taking on the instruction/ control role. Her sessions help couples identify the difference between vulnerability and rejection. How Do You Start With Sensate Focus? With no hard and fast rule, couples can choose certain factors in their environment to ensure that they are at ease eg clothing (or no clothing). Linda's rules include no kissing and no talking. She points out that talking uses the front of the brain and therefore brings individuals back to logic. Linda mentions that the toucher is supposed to touch for their pleasure while the person being touched, needs to experience the touch and provide feedback if something is not comfortable. Obstacles Linda shares that avoidance is one of the main issues that couples encounter. She reveals how she handles this delay tactic fairly. For clients that don't like the technique, she reminds them about the basic three areas of focus temperature, texture and pressure. Partner pressure is an obvious obstacle that Linda notices with her clients. She uses a great analogy to help us accept our differences and move couples through the basic steps at their own pace. Background Linda Weiner, MSW, LCSW, Owner of Sex Therapist St Louis, LLC is a Certified Diplomate in Sex Therapy, a Supervisor for Certification in Sex Therapy & Sexuality Counseling and a CE provider for the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). She earned a B.A. in Psychology from American University and an MSW from the University of Missouri. Linda trained at Masters & Johnson Institute and was employed there for five years as the director of Training & Workshops and as a Research and Clinical Associate. Evolving into private clinical practice as a therapist specializing in sexual and relationship concerns, Linda later began publishing on Sensate Focus mindful and somatic touch techniques with co-author, Dr. Constance Avery-Clark. Following the publication of a number of journal articles and a book chapter, Sensate Focus in Sex Therapy: The Illustrated Manual was published in 2017. For 15 years, Linda served as an adjunct professor at the Brown School, Washington University. Linda has presented nationally and internationally and has been interviewed by a number of media outlets including CNN. Her current interest is in transmitting information about the use of Sensate Focus techniques to physicians and Allied health professionals who represent the first contact with sexually distressed individuals. Links and Resources Phone: 314-588-8924 Email: sextherapiststlouis@gmail.com Website: http://www.sextherapiststlouis.com Twitter: @couplesguru Instagram: @lindajweiner More info: Book and New Course – https://sexwithoutstress.com Podcast Website – https://www.intimacywithease.com/ Sex Health Quiz – http://sexhealthquiz.com/ Webinar: How to Make Sex Easy Without Making It Feel Like an Obligation – http://intimacywithease.com/training Better Sex with Jessa Zimmerman https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/better-sex/ Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/145-sensate-focus-linda-weinerMore info and resources: How Big a Problem is Your Sex Life? Quiz – https://www.sexlifequiz.com The Course – https://www.intimacywithease.com The Book – https://www.sexwithoutstress.com Podcast Website – https://www.intimacywithease.com Access the Free webinar: How to make sex easy and fun for both of you: https://intimacywithease.com/masterclass Secret Podcast for the Higher Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/hdppodcast Secret Podcast for the Lower Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/ldppodcast