I am a Somatic Sex Educator and Sexological Bodyworker in training at The Institute for the Study of Somatic Sex Education
I have an educational background in Sociology and Public Health that laid the foundation for my exploration of Sex Education. However, it is my personal experience, growth and learnings that came from experiencing sexual trauma during my teen and young adult years that guided me here and ignited my passion for this work.
My commitment to understanding and healing my personal sexual harm propelled me into the realm of sexual education. I developed a curriculum that placed trauma-informed practices, inclusive real-world consent, and destigmatization of STIs at its core.
While I was doing this work I was also grappling with my personal sexual anxiety from previous traumatic experiences that left me unable to feel safe in my body during intimacy. I shook a lot and disassociated when men gave me hugs.
I did years of talk therapy that was wonderful and there came a point where I was getting diminishing returns. When I transitioned to learning somatic-based approaches that included hands-on touch, movement, and mindfulness, entirely new doors were opened for me.
So much of my healing has happened as I’ve stepped into more confidence and self-empowerment as I’ve used mindfulness, kink, spirituality, and Somatic Sex Education to guide my self-development journey. Now, I’m delighted to share these findings with others.
Today, I’m enjoying a wonderfully engaging erotic life. I no longer feel restricted or afraid of my past and feel confident and powerful in my sexuality, in asking and negotiating for what I want, in setting boundaries, and in asking for what I’d like. I’ve spent the last decade in the sex positive and kink scenes in San Francisco hosting erotic dinners and serving as an ambassador for others in the world of attuned sensation. There is always more to learn and I’m delighted to stay continually curious and learning more about myself every day.
