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Signs You Need a Sex Therapist: Expert Advice with Nicoletta Heidegger
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Today we’re talking about the benefits of seeing a sex therapist. You’ll learn what a sex therapist is, how they can support your sexual wellbeing, and the signs when you should reach out to one. We cover genital and pelvic pain in people with vaginas and penises and how incorporating play into sex can actually reduce pain and enhance pleasure. Lastly, our guest shares her unique therapeutic approach with horses and how she incorporates equine therapy with discussions around sexual topics and intimacy. This episode is truly one of a kind. If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast, be sure to share your favorite episodes and leave a raving review wherever you watch or listen. Your ongoing support is what keeps the content coming!
About Nicoletta Heidegger
Nicoletta Heidegger is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Los Angeles. She received her BA in Psychology from Stanford University, her MA in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and her Masters of Education in Human Sexuality from Widener University. When not working with clients, she teaches seminars and classes to help others learn about sexual and mental health.
CONNECT WITH NICOLETTA HEIDEGGER:
Website: https://www.nicolettavheidegger.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slutsandscholars https://www.instagram.com/therapywithnicoletta/
Twitter: @slutsscholars https://x.com/slutsscholars?lang=en
Podcast Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:53 What is sex therapy?
02:43 Signs and symptoms that you should see a sex therapist
04:57 Shame and stigma around sexuality that we should challenge
07:53 Sexual pain, vulvovaginal pain in women
09:12 Causes of pelvic pain in men and women
10:20 Hormone mediated vestibulodynia and vaginismus
12:39 Strategies and resources to support those with pelvic and sexual pain
15:50 Play is essential for pleasure and sexual satisfaction
18:25 Sex and horses (equine therapy)
22:30 Connect with Nicoletta Heidegger
RESOURCES MENTIONED ON TODAY’S SHOW:
International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health: https://www.isswsh.org/ Dr. Lisa Valle, MD https://www.oasiswomenssexualfunctioncenter.org/dr-lisa-valle
Dr. Joshua Gonzalez, MD: https://joshuagonzalezmd.com/
Tightlipped: https://www.tightlipped.org/
OTHER RESOURCES
Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources
Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
CONNECT WITH DR. SUSIE AND TEAM:
Website: https://drsusieg.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ and https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/
Disclaimer:
This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding treatment, medications/supplements, or any medical diagnoses. This information is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way to substitute the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.
Hashtags
#SexTherapy #SexualWellbeing #SexualHealth #Therapy #MentalHealth #Intimacy #PelvicPain #SexualHealing #PainRelief #EquineTherapy #SexualEducation #NicolettaHeidegger #SexTherapist #PlayForPleasure #PelvicPain #Vaginismus #SexualPain #PelvicFloorTherapy #PelvicHealth #Asheville #NorthCarolina
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Manage episode 422409593 series 1533191
Today we’re talking about the benefits of seeing a sex therapist. You’ll learn what a sex therapist is, how they can support your sexual wellbeing, and the signs when you should reach out to one. We cover genital and pelvic pain in people with vaginas and penises and how incorporating play into sex can actually reduce pain and enhance pleasure. Lastly, our guest shares her unique therapeutic approach with horses and how she incorporates equine therapy with discussions around sexual topics and intimacy. This episode is truly one of a kind. If you enjoy listening or watching this podcast, be sure to share your favorite episodes and leave a raving review wherever you watch or listen. Your ongoing support is what keeps the content coming!
About Nicoletta Heidegger
Nicoletta Heidegger is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Los Angeles. She received her BA in Psychology from Stanford University, her MA in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and her Masters of Education in Human Sexuality from Widener University. When not working with clients, she teaches seminars and classes to help others learn about sexual and mental health.
CONNECT WITH NICOLETTA HEIDEGGER:
Website: https://www.nicolettavheidegger.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slutsandscholars https://www.instagram.com/therapywithnicoletta/
Twitter: @slutsscholars https://x.com/slutsscholars?lang=en
Podcast Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:53 What is sex therapy?
02:43 Signs and symptoms that you should see a sex therapist
04:57 Shame and stigma around sexuality that we should challenge
07:53 Sexual pain, vulvovaginal pain in women
09:12 Causes of pelvic pain in men and women
10:20 Hormone mediated vestibulodynia and vaginismus
12:39 Strategies and resources to support those with pelvic and sexual pain
15:50 Play is essential for pleasure and sexual satisfaction
18:25 Sex and horses (equine therapy)
22:30 Connect with Nicoletta Heidegger
RESOURCES MENTIONED ON TODAY’S SHOW:
International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health: https://www.isswsh.org/ Dr. Lisa Valle, MD https://www.oasiswomenssexualfunctioncenter.org/dr-lisa-valle
Dr. Joshua Gonzalez, MD: https://joshuagonzalezmd.com/
Tightlipped: https://www.tightlipped.org/
OTHER RESOURCES
Free sex and pelvic pain resources https://drsusieg.com/resources
Online Pelvic Pain Relief Program for Men https://drsusieg.com/pelvic-pain-in-men-online-program
CONNECT WITH DR. SUSIE AND TEAM:
Website: https://drsusieg.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susieg/ and https://www.instagram.com/lainie_ot/
Disclaimer:
This information is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding treatment, medications/supplements, or any medical diagnoses. This information is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way to substitute the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.
Hashtags
#SexTherapy #SexualWellbeing #SexualHealth #Therapy #MentalHealth #Intimacy #PelvicPain #SexualHealing #PainRelief #EquineTherapy #SexualEducation #NicolettaHeidegger #SexTherapist #PlayForPleasure #PelvicPain #Vaginismus #SexualPain #PelvicFloorTherapy #PelvicHealth #Asheville #NorthCarolina
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