Heather Shannon
Sex For Couples with Heather Shannon
Sex For Couples is a podcast for committed couples who feel stressed, guilty, or frustrated about their sex life—and want to feel excited, close, and playful again. New episodes are released every Monday. Hosted by Heather Shannon, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist with 19 years of experience as a counselor and coach, the show breaks down the emotional and psychological reasons intimacy fades and what actually helps couples reconnect. Heather has been featured on BloomTV and quoted in Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, SELF, Glamour, and more. She is a Gottman-trained couples counselor, an Internal...
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Heather Shannon
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Jun 29, 2026
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Episodes
057: Introduction to Kink 18.12.2023 30:41
🔥 Ready to unlock the hidden chambers of intimacy with your partner? Episode 057 of Ask A Sex Therapist turns up the heat as Heather spills the sultry secrets of dom/sub dynamics and how they can electrify your connection. Forget the taboo; it's time to talk about the tantalizing world of kink with clarity and confidence. Whether you're curious about cuffs or simply seeking to spice up your playt...
056: Female Arousal with Susan Bratton 11.12.2023 54:23
🔥 Get ready to turn up the heat with an exclusive chat with intimacy expert, Susan Bratton! Susan spills the beans, sharing everything from her personal pleasure routines to the revolutionary techniques that could shift the landscape of your love life. 🌶️ Tune in to discover how to take your pleasure potential to infinity and beyond. What you'll learn: - The link between health issues like...
055: Dealing With Rejection, Disappointment and Receiving a No 04.12.2023 17:49
Ready to handle rejection, disappointment, and "no"s like a pro? In this week's episode, join Heather as she shares her personal experience with rejection and how she's using it to empower herself and others. From navigating romantic encounters to dealing with boundaries, she reveals practical tips to transform emotional setbacks into opportunities for growth and self-mastery. In this episode, y...
054: Curious Girl Diaries with Layla London 27.11.2023 45:33
Ever wondered what it's like to flip the switch and explore your deepest desires? 💋 In Episode of "Ask A Sex Therapist", we get up close and personal with Layla London, the woman behind the curiousgirldiaries.com. After years of putting her sexuality on the backburner to focus on other areas of life, Layla decided to fan the flames of her sexual sparks and embark on a sensual exploration. And boy...
053: Listener Q & A: Sensuality, Husband's Fantasies, and Foot Fetishes 20.11.2023 20:15
Request an "Ignite Your Intimacy" breakthrough session with Heather https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ . You’ll get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life and learn if her Intimacy Infusion program could help you feel closer and more connected. - In this episode, Heather Shannon tackles a variety of questions submitted by listeners. From ways to bring back sensation post-menopause t...
052: Better Boundaries with "Nookie" 13.11.2023 46:18
Request an "Ignite Your Intimacy" breakthrough session with Heather https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ . You’ll get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life and learn if her Intimacy Infusion program could help you feel closer and more connected. - Ever wondered how setting up boundaries can enrich your relationships and add an extra layer of trust? 💭 This week on Ask a Sex Therapist...
051: Choose Your Own Adventure with Amy and April from Shameless Sex 06.11.2023 41:39
Request an "Ignite Your Intimacy" breakthrough session with Heather https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ . You’ll get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life and learn if her Intimacy Infusion program could help you feel closer and more connected. - Ready to spice up your sex life? In this episode, we've got the secrets to seriously expanding your pleasure! Join our guests, Amy Baldwin...
050: All About Orgasms 30.10.2023 20:29
🔥 Request an " Ignite Your Intimacy " breakthrough session with Heather https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ . You’ll get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life and learn if her Intimacy Infusion program could help you feel closer and more connected. ~~~ On this episode of Ask a Sex Therapist, we dive into the topic of orgasms. Join us as we explore the benefits of orgasms and debunk...
049: From Porn Addiction to Personal Empowerment with JK Emezi 23.10.2023 48:40
🔥 Request an "Ignite Your Intimacy" breakthrough session with Heather https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ . You’ll get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life and learn if her Intimacy Infusion program could help you feel closer and more connected. ~~~ Coming up on this episode, we dive into the complex world of addiction and compulsive behaviors. Our guest, JK Emezi shares his perso...
048: The Magic of Masturbation: More Presence, More Pleasure 16.10.2023 24:28
🔥 Request an "Ignite Your Intimacy" breakthrough session with Heather https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ . You’ll get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life and learn if her Intimacy Infusion program could help you feel closer and more connected. ~~~ Today we're diving into a topic that may have some blushing, but is oh-so-important to discuss: masturbation. We will uncover the hid...
047: Bottom Shame & Being A “Side” With Dr Joe Kort 09.10.2023 41:26
🔥 Request an "Ignite Your Intimacy" breakthrough session with Heather https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ . You’ll get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life and learn if her Intimacy Infusion program could help you feel closer and more connected. ~~~ In this episode of "Ask A Sex Therapist," our guest, Dr. Joe Kort, shares his expertise and personal experiences on various topics. F...
046: Body Count, Slut-Shaming & Good Girl Syndrome 02.10.2023 20:43
Apply for a no-pressure "Ignite Your Intimacy" breakthrough call with Heather to get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life - https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ You'll also learn about her "Intimacy Infusion" transformational coaching program. ~ In this episode of Ask A Sex Therapist, host Heather Shannon explores the topics of body count, slut shaming, and good girl syndrome....
045: Adventures In Sex with Dr. Heidi Sauder 25.09.2023 43:49
Apply for a no-pressure "Ignite Your Intimacy" breakthrough call with Heather to get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life - https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ You'll also learn about her "Intimacy Infusion" transformational coaching program. ~ In this episode, join Certified Sex Therapist and Certified Gottman Therapist, Dr. Heidi A. Sauder, and I for a fun primer on incorpo...
044: Healing Sexual Trauma Together 18.09.2023 26:14
Welcome to the Ask a Sex Therapist podcast, where we delve into the raw truth about pleasure, intimacy, and relationships, helping you change the way you look at sex. In this episode, titled "Healing Sexual Trauma Together," we address a tough topic: sexual trauma. Our host discusses the spectrum of sexual trauma, from assault to more extreme cases, and emphasizes that trauma can affect anyone, re...
043 Exploring Findom Kinks with Dr Kate Balestrieri 11.09.2023 36:41
Welcome back to another episode of "Ask A Sex Therapist"! In today's episode, we have the incredible Dr. Kate joining us as our expert guest. Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of kink, gender exploration, and financial domination. Dr. Kate delves into the importance of challenging traditional gender roles and scripts, celebrating those who engage in consensual kink, and exploring the po...
042 Anal Sex 04.09.2023 18:47
Welcome back to the Ask a Sex Therapist podcast, where we dive into the taboo topics and provide you with the raw truth about pleasure and intimacy. I'm your host, Heather Shannon, and today we have a captivating and enlightening episode lined up for you. Get ready, because today we're talking about anal sex. In this episode, we'll address common misconceptions and fears surrounding anal play, as...
041 Futurist Joel Comm on AI, Metaverse, and the Future of Sex Tech 28.08.2023 48:18
APPLY FOR A FREE 45-minute Intimacy Insight Session with Heather to learn the top 3 things you need to work on to get the sex life you want → https://calendly.com/hshann1/insight IN THIS EPISODE OF ASK A SEX THERAPIST . . . We dive into the fascinating intersection of AI, the metaverse, and the future of sex tech. Heather shares her intrigue with artificial intelligence and how it has the...
040 Listener Q & A: Panty Fetish, Spicing it Up, Bi Or Gay & Penis Size 21.08.2023 24:44
Welcome to another exciting episode of Ask a Sex Therapist, the podcast that's here to change the way you look at sex. I'm your host, Heather Shannon, and I am thrilled to dive into another Q&A session with all of you amazing listeners. Today, we have some intriguing questions to explore, covering topics like fetishes, self-discovery, and embracing our desires. But before we get started, I wan...
039 Male Bisexuality and Being a Boyslut with Zachary Zane 14.08.2023 44:53
💥Are you ready for an eye-opening conversation about male bisexuality and owning your relationship with sex? Join us on this episode where our host Heather and special guest Zachary Zane dive deep into the world of male bisexuality, exploring topics such as emotional intimacy, sexual exploration, and finding community. Get ready to challenge stereotypes and embrace your authentic self! 🌟 In this...
038 Authenticity, People Pleasing & True Intimacy! 07.08.2023 25:24
We all want connection, but sometimes our defense mechanisms—or “parts”—get in the way. Some of the most common culprits are the People Pleaser Part and the Obligated Part. We may think there’s no other way than to do things we don’t actually want to do and to put others’ needs first at our own expense, but there absolutely is. In fact, tamping down our authentic self guarantees we won’t experienc...
037 Modern Gender Roles with Dating Coach & "Love U" Host Evan Marc Katz 31.07.2023 42:19
BEDUCATED: Free 24-Hour Trial & 40% Off Annual Subscription - https://beducate.me/pd2331-ask Evan Marc Katz became the world’s first dating coach in 2003, specializing in helping smart, successful women create lasting love. He is the author of four books, his Love U Podcast has over 2 million downloads and he has been featured in hundreds of media outlets, including Today, the New York...
036 Sexually Awakened: Self Energy & Becoming More Conscious - Part 2 27.07.2023 22:24
BEDUCATED: Free 24-Hour Trial & 40% Off Annual Subscription - https://beducate.me/pd2330-ask In these episodes (part 1 & part 2), Heather explores consciousness through the lens of the Hawkins Scale of Consciousness by David Hawkins as well as through the Internal Family Systems (IFS) concept of Self Energy. Find out what the scale of consciousness means and get a sense for wh...
035 Sexually Awakened: Self Energy & Becoming More Conscious - Part 1 24.07.2023 19:29
BEDUCATED: Free 24-Hour Trial & 40% Off Annual Subscription - https://beducate.me/pd2330-ask In these episodes (part 1 & part 2), Heather explores consciousness through the lens of the Hawkins Scale of Consciousness by David Hawkins as well as through the Internal Family Systems (IFS) concept of Self Energy. Find out what the scale of consciousness means and get a sense for wh...
034 Getting “Beducated” with Mariah Freya: Naked Models, Orgasm Class & Sex-Positive Parenting 17.07.2023 52:11
Mariah Freya is the co-founder of Beducated, an online platform for sex education, where she offers a vast library of resources for inclusive, comprehensive, medically accurate and pleasure-based sex education for adults. This episode explores the importance of sex education and creating a low-stakes environment for exploring and experimenting with sex. Mariah started a business to provide people...
033 Listener Sex Questions: Unwanted Sexual Attention, Mid-Life Virginity and Sexual Avoidance 10.07.2023 24:10
Heather answers questions from both listeners and colleagues on how to handle sexual situations. She also comments on the recent debacle with Keke Palmer and her boyfriend: Keke’s outfit at the Usher conference, her boyfriend’s comments and why they were out of line. The situation depicts not only patriarchal overtones, but also the madonna whore complex. Learn what the madonna whore complex...
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