Sex For Couples with Heather Shannon

Looking to get out of your sex rut? Book a free consultation with a member of the Ask A Sex Therapist coaching team! https://form.jotform.com/253156356665060 AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and host Heather Shannon speaks with Naturopathic Doctor Jordin Wiggins about the challenges faced by high achieving women in their intimate relationships. In particular, Jordin share how women's "supertraits" c...

If sex is feeling stressful, book a free Unlock Your Passion call with Heather to find out about her Pathway to Passion coaching program. https://HeatherShannon.co. In this episode, Heather introduces Kristin Vyas, a sex and intimacy coach who has joined the Ask A Sex Therapist team. Kristen shares the top sex issues she sees with clients including erectile dysfunction, mismatched libidos and sham...

Certified Sex Therapist Heather Shannon discusses ethical non-monogamy, addressing common fears, misconceptions, and the various forms it can take. She emphasizes the importance of timing, communication, and setting boundaries in non-monogamous relationships. The conversation also explores the emotional complexities involved, including jealousy and compersion, and how non-monogamy can serve as a m...

Tap into your sexual creativity and get past fear and repression. Embrace your darker fantasies without having to make them real! Certified Sex Therapist & Host, Heather Shannon, interviews guest Bria Rose about her journey from working at Disney to becoming a successful author of dark, sexy fairy tales. She discusses the importance of exploring fantasies through fiction, and her personal jour...

Learn about Dr. Jack Morin's equation for sexual desire and how you can make that equation work more in your favor! One of the most common things we all want in our sex lives is feeling wanted. And yet it can be elusive! Even when we have mutual physical attraction with our partner, it doesn't always spark sexual desire. Listen in to learn why feeling wanted is important to us, how we feel affecte...

This week on Ask A Sex Therapist , we explore how aligning with your authentic feminine energy can transform not only your confidence but your sex life. With the help of Inna Segal, an intuitive energy healer and award-winning author of The Secret Language Of Your Body, we break down how polarity builds sexual attraction, why balance within is magnetic, and how shifting your energy can reignite th...

Certified Sex Therapist answers questions about strap-ons for double penetration, managing mismatched sex drives, psychological erection issues, and the importance of emotional intimacy in relationships. Heather provides insights and advice on how to navigate these personal challenges, emphasizing communication and mindfulness as key tools for improving sexual health and relationship satisfaction....

Stop feeling like roommates and start feeling like lovers again! Figure out how you fell into this rut and how to change up your patterns. This solo episode gets into the themes of social dynamics, charisma, and embracing healthy obstacles as a good thing for sexual attraction. Host and Certified Sex Therapist Heather Shannon discusses the importance of healthy boundaries, having your own thing go...

Apply for Founding Member status and help shape Heather's new Intimacy Collective program --> https://forms.gle/hyLr3LSoxadrvusM6 EPISODE SUMMARY In this conversation, Shannon Curtis shares her profound journey of healing from sexual trauma, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming personal power, understanding shame, and fostering intimacy. She discusses her experiences with trauma, the role o...

In this conversation, Heather Shannon discusses the themes of loss, heartbreak, and the resilience of the human spirit. Drawing from her personal experiences, she emphasizes the importance of finding inner security and embracing vulnerability in relationships. Heather shares insights on how to navigate grief, the significance of community, and the necessity of self-reflection in fostering intimacy...

Go deep on how to be a great lover! It's not the surface level stuff that we often get hung up on that makes someone "good at sex." Learn about the importance of presence and attunement for higher quality sex and better connection. --- Curious about coaching with Heather? Start out with her quickie assessment so you can identify your patterns and get an action plan to change them. The Quickie For...

Summary Join me and amazing guest Emily Nagoski as we discuss the complexities of maintaining intimacy in long-term relationships. Emily uses the metaphor of a garden to illustrate how sexuality requires ongoing care and attention. We cover the importance of communication, overcoming shame, and understanding the impact of upbringing on sexual expression. Emily emphasizes the need for playfulness a...

Join us at The Desire Revival to get past low or mismatched libidos keeping your sex life stuck. Register here: https://TheDesireRevival.com In this episode, I introduce the Target Zone Framework, a tool designed to help people evaluate their relationships based on two key dimensions: spark energy and home energy. I define both dimensions with an emphasis on the idea that home energy is foundation...

Got mismatched libidos? We can fix that! Grab your free ticket to The Desire Revival at https://TheDesireRevival.com . ~ In this episode, join Heather and guest Sexologist, Amy Rowan, to explore Amy and her husband's exciting evolution from a mostly vanilla sex life to having "hard points" in the basement dungeon for rope suspension. Learn how trust, vulnerability and emotional intimacy led to sex...

In this episode, Heather discusses the concept of mental foreplay, emphasizing non-touch ways to get in the mood for sex. Chapters 00:00 Exploring Mental Foreplay 09:40 The Power of Laughter and Fun 13:41 Physical Activity and Its Impact 16:46 Grooming and Style for Confidence 18:29 The Allure of Availability and Independence Survey Our Ask A Sex Therapist Podcast survey is still underway! Help th...

Quit trying to seduce the woman in your life using your own assumptions and start approaching her based on her sexual personality type. You'll thank us for the results! In this episode, Susan Bratton (our most downloaded guest), shares 4 sexual personality types and how to strategically approach women who fall into each category. You're in for a treat! Please excuse a few audio glitches in this ep...

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Join Heather and NourishDocs founder Amita Sharma for a better understanding of how menopause impacts your mental health, marriage and sex life and what you can do to help yourself have a smooth transition in this phase of life. Chapters: 00:00 Breaking the Silence on Menopause 02:39 Personal Journeys Through Perimenopause 05:39 Understanding Symptoms and Their Impact 08:14 Navigating Hormonal Cha...

In this episode, Heather guides listeners how to bring a sense of adventure and exploration to their sex lives. Understanding Your Sexual Identity How to differentiate between what you think you "should" want versus what actually excites you Recognizing that preferences can evolve and change over time Moving past shame or judgment around desires that feel "different" Communication and Exploration...

Do you sometimes wonder if porn and/or masturbation are having a negative impact on your actual sex life? In this episode, Heather Shannon interviews Aaron Frazen, a sex and relationship coach, who shares his transformative journey from a successful tech entrepreneur to a passionate advocate for sexual health and intimacy. They delve into the complexities of masturbation and porn, discussing commo...

Heather discusses the importance of emotional intimacy and vulnerability in relationships, particularly in the context of sexual connections. She shares personal experiences and insights on how being vulnerable can enhance relationships, both romantic and platonic. The discussion also covers the connection between emotional and physical intimacy, the significance of communication, and practical st...

In this conversation, Heather Shannon and Jessi Marino explore the concept of embodiment, discussing its significance in personal healing, relationships, and sexuality. Jessi shares her personal journey from dissociation to finding home in her body, emphasizing the importance of presence and the capacity to feel a wide range of emotions. They delve into societal teachings that view the body as a m...

TRANSFORM YOUR SEX LIFE & HAPPINESS Apply for a free Intimacy Breakthrough Call to learn about Heather’s Pathway to Passion coaching method: https://heathershannon.co/new-clients/ In this episode of 'Ask a Sex Therapist,' I welcome Caitlin V, a renowned sex and relationship coach. Caitlin specializes in helping men with erectile dysfunction, performance anxiety, and premature ejaculation, and...

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DEEPEN YOUR INTIMACY & WELL-BEING Apply for a free Intimacy Breakthrough Call to learn about Heather’s Pathway to Passion coaching method: https://heathershannon.co/new-clients/ Unveiling the Secrets of Vaginal Microbiome Health with Wendy Strgar In this episode of 'Ask a Sex Therapist,' I welcome Wendy Strgar, founder of Good Clean Love and Womankind Care. Wendy dives deep into her journey of...