The Soft Science

Susan joins us again today to talk about predicted sex trends of 2020! Get ready to read the tea leaves and join us on a wild ride of figuring out what’s going to be hot this year! Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  

Today Erika talks with the wonderful Jeff Abraham, badass CEO of Absorption Pharmaceuticals, and we’re talking about premature ejaculation. Promescent is developed by urologists, recommended by thousands, used by millions.  Whether it’s premature ejaculation, a partner that’s slow to climax, or just the pride of endurance, everyone wants to last longer in bed. Full show notes here . Join my Patreo...

Erika brings back Abbie Rolf to talk about why the words we use to describe each other, our genitals, and much more have a lot of meaning. We talk about how the Trans community is especially affected by the evolution in language around sexuality. Let’s talk about common words around genitalia! Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentala...

Denise Wiesner, author, acupuncturist who specializes in fertility in addition to being a sex coach. Has sex become work because you are trying to get pregnant?  Have you struggled to see your partner as anything other than a baby maker?  Yo it’s a real issue for many folks who struggle to have babies. Learn all about the art of infertility treatment and how to come back to pleasure and connection...

Janet Bayramyan is a licensed therapist specializes in trauma, relationship, and sex therapy. In Janet’s workbook she helps you tackle the many issues that arise in long distance relationships.  Erika and Janet talk about the challenges and benefits in a long-distance relationships in addition to how to handle conflict.  They also talk about how sex can be a barrier and requires creativity to enjo...

Thanks to Jessica Cline, psychotherapist specializing in sex therapy and financial therapy to being willing to be on the show and understand how relationships, sex, and money are some of the biggest issues’ relationships face. Jessica unravels the details of the money and sex issues many of her clients’ face.  She talked openly about how sex and money are often the two topics many people have issu...

Infidelity is one of the most common reasons people in relationship come to therapy. So, Erika decided to put together a whole panel of experts to tell you about the common themes, issues, people face while dealing with the issue of infidelity. Cheating is defined by the people experiencing it often, so this panel tackle the bigger picture of cheating and loads of other issues we see with our clie...

This episode is all about the new segment called Ask Erika.  Erika is joined by return guest Dr. Sarah Schvitz, who is a love and relationships psychologist.  Erika and Dr. Sarah tackle all sorts of common questions that they receive and give you the advice you are looking for. Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.c...

Dr. Ari Tuckman is back for another episode!  Erika and Ari tackle how to have tough conversations about sex with your partner or even in therapy!  Erika also introduces a new segment called Ask Erika.  Erika and Ari talk about how these conversations can bring up shame and embarrassment.  They also explore the recent story about the rapper T.I. and his crossing his daughter’s boundaries by asking...

Talking today with Emily Nagoski, PHD whose work around sex and context tells a lot about sexual interactions.  Emily shares her thoughts around writing, researching, podcasting, and how context matters for female identified folks. Full show notes here .

Erika talks with Susan Bratton who is the trusted hot sex advisor to millions.  Erika and Susan tackle all sorts of modern-day sex trends from cultural beliefs to current toys. Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  

Today I interview Abby Rolf, mental health therapist specializing in transgender knowledgeable and inclusive care. We talk a lot about how language is gendered and how that impacts movements around equality. Full show notes here .

The world has issues around sex.  The issues are more common than you would think. Erika talks with Cyndi Darnell, international sex and relationship therapist.  Cyndi has moved from Australia to the United States and explored the commonalities and differences between the countries and issues with sex and relationships. Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My th...

Often in relationships we are not talking about how mental health issues are impacting our sex lives and relationships.  In this episode Erika talks with Dr. Ari Tuckman, psychologist, author, certified sex therapist, and ADHD expert about how relationships are impacted by ADHD. Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth....

During the month of October, it is breast cancer awareness month.  To spread awareness Erika talks with Brandie Sellers,  a Nationally Certified Counselor based in North Texas. Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  

Our world create distance from our bodies, feelings, and relationships.  Mindfulness can allow a person to reconnect with themselves in so many facets in their lives.  Erika interviews Joe Molinari, Sex and Trauma Therapist in Minneapolis about how the male identified clients he sees can use mindfulness to reconnect to their sexuality, treat sexual dysfunction, and connect with their partners in w...

Sex and Relationship therapist Dr. Joe Kort and Erika tackle the myths and misconceptions around male sexuality.  They also tackle how it impacts relationships and the adversarial dynamics it can create.  Do not miss this episode that attempts to obliterate shame and encourages men to seek help! Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.menta...

Female bodied people come to me all of time asking this very common question, “Why can’t I have an orgasm during sex?”  Then I’m usually asking them if sex to them means penetration.  They usually answer yes.  This episode is going to tackle the social, cultural, and physiological nature of the vulva! Dr. Laurie Mintz, teaches human sexuality at University of Florida, has private practice, and has...

In this episode we are talking about painful sex, more specifically endometriosis and adenomyosis. Dr. Angie Stoehr, doctor, director of the non-profit the Pelvic and Intimate Pain Center, and author of the book When it Hurts Down There. Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  

Today I'm tackling sex and nutrition which will include some talk about aphrodisiacs.  First let's talk some foods that may actually make it more difficult to have sex!  Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  

In this episode I wanted to have some fun and give you a sneak peek into my favorite media around the world of sexuality.  I’m thinking TV…I’m thinking movies.. I’m thinking some porn! Let’s tackle TV shows first!  Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and YouTube have opened up the world to all of us.  There is so much content out here!!  I know some of my listeners will probably think…oh you missed this...

On this show Erika talks about research generally.  But what can sexuality research do for you?  How can sexuality research change your life today?  Today is the day for those answers.  Dr. Nicole Prause a sexuality research for the Liberos Center helped to shead some light on how sex, masturbation, and the research that we have right now that supports overall change in your health.  Full show not...

Erika has more therapists to serve you!  Meet Jen and Roshi who have openings now to see clients in the states of Florida, Washington State, and Maine.  All three therapists talk about what clients issue they work with and how they can be of help to you! Listen to this episode to learn more about Erika’s group practice and to find out how to find the best therapist for you. Full show notes here ....

Get your note pads out folks this episode is packed with wonderful information about how to tackle the biggest issues of online dating. Daliya Karnofsky, relationship/dating coach, has a ton of great advice about how to tackle everyone dating loves to hate.  Full show notes here . Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  

It’s episode 69 y’all!!  What is this episode about??  The position 69!! Erika gets into the history of this position.  She also tackles how to do this position without injury.  The body has many nerve endings and often this position can feel awkward, tune into those nerve endings. In this episode you can expect a how to try 69 and different options for making the experience more pleasurable. Full...