Sex Talk with Erika Miley

5 Tips to Spookify Your Sex Life ft. Dr. Nazanin Moali

Erika and Dr. Nazanin Moali decided to do a crossover Halloween episode for you!  They talk about 5 things to spookify your sex life!  You get to hear two very nerdy sex experts spend time talking about every body's favorite thing, sex!  Do not miss this one. For the full show notes: www.sextalkwitherika.com/123 Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon 

Recap: Chronic Illness and Sex

Have you ever felt like all you are is a diagnosis?  This episode is for you, Erika talks with Dr. Melvin Lee Phillips, who specializes in sexual issues for those who deal with chronic illness.  In their conversation they tackle common misconceptions and how pleasure can be restorative when dealing with illness.  You can find Dr. Melvin Lee Phillips in these places:    www.drleephillips.com   Dr. Melvin Lee Phillips , Jr. Ed.D, LCSW, CSAC  Social:  @drleephillips  Insta and FB      ...

Chronic Illness and Sex

Have you ever felt like all you are is a diagnosis?  This episode is for you, Erika talks with Dr. Melvin Lee Phillips, who specializes in sexual issues for those who deal with chronic illness.  In their conversation they tackle common misconceptions and how pleasure can be restorative when dealing with illness.  You can find Dr. Melvin Lee Phillips in these places:    www.drleephillips.com   Dr. Melvin Lee Phillips , Jr. Ed.D, LCSW, CSAC  Social:  @drleephillips  Insta and FB      ...

Recap: Gender Language and How to Do Better with Abby Rolf

They/Them/Theirs    Abby Rolf, mental health therapist specializing in transgender knowledgeable and inclusive care.    Language is gendered    https://www.healingvillagetherapy.com  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/abbie-rolf-they-them-largo-fl/461019  practicewithpronouns.com  mypronouns.org        Find me on all the socials!   Instagram @erikamileytherapy  + @sextalkwitherikamileyTwitter @MrsErikaMileyFacebook.com/sextalkwitherikamiley https://www.youtube.com/use...

Gender Language and How to Do Better with Abby Rolf

They/Them/Theirs    Abby Rolf, mental health therapist specializing in transgender knowledgeable and inclusive care.    Language is gendered    https://www.healingvillagetherapy.com  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/abbie-rolf-they-them-largo-fl/461019  practicewithpronouns.com  mypronouns.org        Find me on all the socials!   Instagram @erikamileytherapy  + @sextalkwitherikamiley Twitter @MrsErikaMiley Facebook.com/sextalkwitherikamiley https://www.youtube.com/...

Sex, Context, and Feminism with Emily Nagoski, PhD

I work with a lot of female identified folks.  Your work around sex and context informs that work a lot.  As you have been writing, researching, podcasting, what are your thoughts around how context matters for female identified folks now?    Feminism and 2020?  Tell me a little about how science can help reduce stress?   Feminist informed care for people??  What wellness really is?  How do people find you in the world?    https://www.feministsurvivalproject.com/  emilynagoski.com   ...

Recap: Sex, Context, and Feminism with Emily Nagoski, PhD

I work with a lot of female identified folks.  Your work around sex and context informs that work a lot.  As you have been writing, researching, podcasting, what are your thoughts around how context matters for female identified folks now?    Feminism and 2020?  Tell me a little about how science can help reduce stress?   Feminist informed care for people??  What wellness really is?  How do people find you in the world?    https://www.feministsurvivalproject.com/  emilynagoski.com   ...

Recap: Sex! the Podcast : Butt Stuff 101

In this episode, we get to talk about what it means to try the "butt stuff" or anal play or anal sex. Foreplay, Masturbation, Penetration, Oh my! Full show notes: www.sextalkwitherika.com/004  Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon  Consider the following things: Just like your genitals, learn what feels good, what works for you, and use lubricant. Start slowly! Communicate with your partner! I mentioned lubricants (we have no affiliation setup with these companies!): Yes! Y...

Sex! the Podcast : Episode 4 : Butt Stuff 101

In this episode, we get to talk about what it means to try the "butt stuff" or anal play or anal sex. Foreplay, Masturbation, Penetration, Oh my! Consider the following things: Just like your genitals, learn what feels good, what works for you, and use lubricant. Start slowly! Communicate with your partner! I mentioned lubricants (we have no affiliation setup with these companies!): Yes! Yes! Yes! The partner who is being penetrated MUST be in control! Saying STOP is OK! You have to se...

Sex and Depression

Join my Patreon here www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon  Erika talks about upcoming changes to the podcast, and the much needed break she is taking from recording. It won't be a forever break, just enough to recharge, refocus and reformat. Find the full show notes here www.sextalkwitherika.com/122 

Being Safe in Our Bodies ft. Shawna Potter

Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon  Howdy, folks! I have the privilege, this week, of talking with Shawna Potter. She is the front-person for War On Women, musician, and author of the book titled “Making Spaces Safer”. We get into sexism, harassment, and what it is like to be a woman in the world today. Find the full show notes here www.sextalkwitherika.com/121 

All We Wanna Do is Feel Good in Our Bodies ft. Celine Manning

Welcome folks! I'm sitting with the absolutely fabulous, and unconquerable, pleasure positive sex and relationship coach, Celine Manning. Today we’re talking all about enthusiasm in bed!  We’re also going to tackle preparing for sex and how each of these impacts the context of our sexual experiences. Find the full show notes here www.sextalkwitherika.com/120

Seduction Mindfulness and Identities ft. Dr. Jess O'Reilly & Marla Stewart

Join my Patreon www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon  My therapy practice www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  Hey, folks! We have an extra special treat for you with this episode. I'm talking to two fabulous ladies and amazing sexologists, Dr. Jess O'Reilly and Ms. Marla Stewart. They're on the show with me to discuss their co-written book, “The Ultimate Guide to Seduction & Foreplay”, and what that means for all sexual beings of the world. Join us! Find the full show notes here www.sextalkwitherik...

Therapists and Race ft. Elizabeth McCorvey

Patreon www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon  My therapy practice www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  Hey, all! This episode is directed at my helpers out there. This episode is going to be about race in the therapy room. How does this tie to sex, you might wonder?  Because all of our identities matter… and being able to talk about racial identity in therapy is essential to understanding how our bodies exist in the world. Find the full show notes here www.sextalkwitherika.com/118 

Good Enough Sex

Erika talks to us about breaking down the expectations of sexuality and intimacy and challenging perfectionism.  What expectations do you have around sexuality and intimacy?  How do those expectations impact your sexual life on your own or with partners? Find the full show notes here www.sextalkwitherika.com/117 

What is it Like to Be a Dominatrix? ft. Queen Ana Algos

Find the Sex Talk Patreon here. patreon.com/sextalkwitherikamiley  My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  Hang on to your hats, folks! Erika's got royalty in the house this week! Listen in as she holds an audience with Queen Ana Algos, Pro Dominatrix, a collared submissive, and a top heavy switch. Full show notes here https://www.sextalkwitherika.com/116 

What is it Like to Be a Dominatrix? Ft. Queen Ana Algos

It is Okay to Just Want to F*ck ft. Vanessa Carlile, PhD

Erika gets down with Vanessa Carlisle, PhD! They talk about Vanessa's life journey through the world of sex work up to filling additional roles as a writer, educator, and consultant. They chat about the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on sex workers, and attempt to de-mystify the subjects surrounding sex-work. Show notes/Full show notes #115

It is Okay to Just Want to F*ck ft. Vanessa Carlisle, PhD

Find the Sex Talk Patreon here. patreon.com/sextalkwitherikamiley  My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  Erika gets down with Vanessa Carlisle, PhD! They talk about Vanessa's life journey through the world of sex work up to filling additional roles as a writer, educator, and consultant. They chat about the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on sex workers, and attempt to de-mystify the subjects surrounding sex-work. Full show notes: www.sextalkwitherika.com/115 

What Should a Therapist Know About Sex ft. Dr. Rachel Needle

Find the Sex Talk Patreon here. patreon.com/sextalkwitherikamiley  My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  Erika and Dr. Rachel Needle, psychologist, certified sex therapist, co-director of Modern Sex Therapy Institutes, and doer of all the things, talk about the importance of being educated about sexual health; especially for those who are in the helping and medical fields. They focus on questions like: What kind of client testimony can give the impression that a therapist was...

What Should a Therapist Know About Sex? ft. Dr. Rachel Needle

Erika and Dr. Rachel Needle, psychologist, certified sex therapist, co-director of Modern Sex Therapy Institutes, and doer of all the things, talk about the importance of being educated about sexual health; especially for those who are in the helping and medical fields. They focus on questions like: What kind of client testimony can give the impression that a therapist wasn’t properly trained in, or hasn’t been exposed to enough, sexual health education? And, what can happen for therapists w...

Racism

Erika sits down to talk about the state of events in the United States. This is a call to action to stand with our black friends, family, and neighbors. It's time that white people take action to tear down a system of institutionalized racism built by our forefathers, benefited and maintained by white people. Equality has been called for, it's time for us to make it right, fair, and just. Full show notes here www.sextalkwitherika.com/113 

What is Erotic Empathy? ft. Amanda Luterman

Find the Sex Talk Patreon here. patreon.com/sextalkwitherikamiley  My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  Erika talks with Amanda Luterman, licensed psychotherapist, specializing in the erotic dynamic of relationships. What is erotic empathy and what’s it all about? Amanda explains how to understand that your partner’s attraction to you is not based on how you see yourself.  Full show notes: www.sextalkwitherika.com/112

Sexual Health Medicine ft. Jake Deakins, MD and Peter Deakins, RN

Find the Sex Talk Patreon here. patreon.com/sextalkwitherikamiley  My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  Erika talks with co-owners Dr. Jake Deakins and Peter Deakins, RN of Inland Wellness and Vitality which is located in Spokane, WA.  All three talk about the various medical procedures available to patients seeking help with erectile dysfunction, sexual performance issues, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and so much more. Sexual health is far more than just about genital...

All About Blowjobs ft. Ashley Cobb

Find the Sex Talk Patreon here. patreon.com/sextalkwitherikamiley  My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  This week on Sex Talk, Erika and Ashley Cobb (sexpert, blogger, badass) talk about how blowjobs evoke both enthusiasm and hesitation, then discuss wonderful tips on how to turn hesitation into enthusiasm. They encourage regular communication with partners and set straight some expectations vs. reality scenarios. Full show notes: https://www.sextalkwitherika.com/110 

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) & Sex ft. Josh Thomas

Find the Sex Talk Patreon here. patreon.com/sextalkwitherikamiley  My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  Erika takes on a chat with MMA coach, and host of "The Takedown", Josh Thomas about brain injury and making decisions that protect athletes (and, subsequently, their partners). They emphasize the importance of preventive activity, and the requirement for athletes to speak with their partners openly and consensually when negotiating sexual activity and dynamics. Erika gains...

Therapeutic Use of BDSM ft. Elyssa Rice

Find the Sex Talk Patreon here. patreon.com/sextalkwitherikamiley  My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com  This week, Erika chats with fellow therapist, Elyssa Rice, about the therapeutic elements of BDSM in addition to its more obvious fantasy ties. They turn over some common myths and misconceptions about kink, cover the importance of consent, and enlighten us on the power dynamics found in BDSM relationships as well as how they can help individuals rescript some past traumas...

Cocktails with a Sex Therapist

Sex Talk with Erika Miley Patreon Erika sits down with Brandon Ruckedashel and talks about how we document world-changing events, touching on how much of the world's art comes from conflict. They discuss the changes over time in how sexual material is created and accessed as well as what the future of sex work may look like. In addition, they get into the topics of dating during the pandemic and dealing with the overall uncertainty that comes with facing a large-scale crisis. Full show note...

Little Green Pills ft. AB Kelleher

Erika interviews erotic novelist and former national security analyst, AB Kelleher. Listen to the end for a free book giveaway! They talk about what it's like to be an erotic novelist and what makes it a great erotic novel. Follow me on Twitter @MrsErikaMiley or IG @erikamileytherapy and send an email to [email protected] to win a free copy of Little Green Pills. Full show notes: www.sextalkwitherika.com/106  Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: ww...

Pregnancy & Working ft. Kara Bolling

This week Kara Bolling and I had a virtual coffee date where we talked about what to do when you're pregnant and working as a practioner. How to plan the time off, and what happens if you make the tough choice of taking an extended leave away from your clients. Full show notes: www.sextalkwitherika.com/105 Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com 

Sex, Online Dating, and Vulnerability ft. Melinda DeSeta

Today Erika interviews Melinda DeSeta, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who works with young professionals and millennials. They talk about online dating and being vulnerable through the online medium. Full show notes www.sextalkwitherika.com/104  Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com 

Sex and Diabetes ft. Janis Roszler & Donna Rice

This week Erika talks to Certified Sex Therapist, Janis Roszler, and Registered Nurse, former president of the American Association of Diabetes Educators, Donna Rice all about their new book, Intimacy & Diabetes. Now available on Amazon. We talked all about how diabetes affects a person's sexuality, desire, biological functions, and much more. Full show notes: www.sextalkwitherika.com/103  Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com 

Sex and the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Erika takes a few minutes to talk about Sex and the Corona Virus (COVID-19) and what it means in regards to your physical connections with others. She goes over safety to protect yourself, your partners, and things you can do if there’s concern about touching each other. Erika also talks about handling prolonged isolation and anxiety. Full show notes: www.sextalkwitherika.com/102 Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com 

Threesomes & Consensual Non-Monogamy ft. Ryan Scoats

Pandia Health: www.sextalkwitherika.com/pandia Today Erika interviews Ryan Scoats, PhD, a lecturer at Coventry University in Sociology. Much of his work focuses on people’s monogamy, sexuality, masculinity, and friendship among men. They talked about threesomes, one of the most common fantasies expressed by adults. Erika and Ryan talked about his book, Understanding Threesomes: Gender, Sex, and Consensual Non-Monogamy. Full show notes: www.sextalkwitherika.com/101  Join my Patreon: www.sex...

Treating People Who Have Committed Sex Crimes ft. Dr. Earl Yarington

Pandia Health: https://sextalkwitherika.com/pandia Trigger warning: This episode contains our therapeutic experiences treating those who have committed sexual crimes. Today I spoke to Dr. Earl Yarington about what it's like to be a therapist treating sex offenders, those who have been or currently are in the prison system. Earl and I talk about what it's like to want to treat these folks so that we help to create safer communities for when they are out of prison. Full show notes: https://s...

How To Navigate Awkward Interactions with Your Therapist ft. Zita Nickeson

Pandia Health: https://sextalkwitherika.com/pandia Today Erika interviews Zita Nickeson, certified Sex Therapist, Sex Educator, kink knowledgeable therapist, located in Washington state, licensed in Washington, Idaho, and Colorado. Zita is a mentor who heavily impacted much of how Erika sees sex therapy. She works to forward kink friendliness among therapist. They spend much of the episode talking about how to manage the situations therapists run into on a regular basis with their clients. ...

Love Drugs With Brian Earp

Pandia Health: https://sextalkwitherika.com/pandia An interview with the wonderful Brian Earp, Associate Director at the Yale Hastings Program in Ethics and Health Policy. He's also the writer of Love Drugs, just released in the US about 2 weeks at the time of recording. For our UK listeners, the book is call Love is the Drug. We talked about the use of psychedelics in mental health treatment. Full show notes here: https://sextalkwitherika.com/98

Love Drugs ft. Brian Earp

Pandia Health: https://sextalkwitherika.com/pandia An interview with the wonderful Brian Earp, Associate Director at the Yale Hastings Program in Ethics and Health Policy. He's also the writer of Love Drugs, just released in the US about 2 weeks at the time of recording. For our UK listeners, the book is call Love is the Drug. We talked about the use of psychedelics in mental health treatment. Full show notes here: https://sextalkwitherika.com/98 Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/p...

Therapists and Sexual Health ft. Doug Braun-Harvey

Pandia Health: https://sextalkwitherika.com/pandia Founder of the Harvey Institute, writer, teacher, all around making the field of psycho-therapy better Doug Braun-Harvey. We cover the distance around how therapists can feel icky about sex because they're not immune to the cultural shame around sexuality. That shame impacts how we need to challenge the discomfort around sex and clients. We also talk about the 6 S's. Full show notes here: https://www.sextalkwitherika.com/97 Join my Patreon...

Therapists and Sexual Health with Doug Braun-Harvey

Pandia Health: https://sextalkwitherika.com/pandia Founder of the Harvey Institute, writer, teacher, all around making the field of psycho-therapy better Doug Braun-Harvey. We cover the distance around how therapists can feel icky about sex because they're not immune to the cultural shame around sexuality. That shame impacts how we need to challenge the discomfort around sex and clients. We also talk about the 6 S's. Full show notes here: https://sextalkwitherika.com/97

Sexual Health is Important to Mental Health

Pandia Health: https://sextalkwitherika.com/pandia This show is for my helpers, for my fellow therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, RN’s, and ARNPs. First I want to say I am sorry.  I am sorry that you did not learn in school about sexual health.  I am sorry that as a result when your client’s or patient’s bring up these issues it often leads to discomfort, feeling like an imposter, or numerous other feelings you were not trained to understand and tackle within yourself. Your education ...

Uncrucifying Sex ft. Eric Sprankle

Pandia Health: https://sextalkwitherika.com/pandia Dr. Eric Sprankle joins us today to talk about religious shame around sex and pleasure. It's an amazing conversation talking about how to dismantled the shaming system and promote a comprehensive sex education. Find the full show notes at https://sextalkwitherika.com/95 Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com 

Uncrucifying Sex with Eric Sprankle

Pandia Health: https://sextalkwitherika.com/pandia Dr. Eric Sprankle joins us today to talk about religious shame around sex and pleasure. It's an amazing conversation talking about how to dismantled the shaming system and promote a comprehensive sex education. Find the full show notes at https://sextalkwitherika.com/95

2020 Sex Trends with Susan Bratton

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: www.sextalkwitherika.com/94 Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com 

Premature Ejaculation ft. Promscent’s Jeff Abraham

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: www.sextalkwitherika.com/93 Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandse...

Premature Ejaculation with Promscent’s Jeff Abraham

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.   What we talked about! What is Promescent? How does Promescent break down the stigma around premature ejaculation? How does Pr...

Erectile Dysfunction with Promscent’s Jeff Abraham

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.   What we talked about! What is Promescent? How does Promescent break down the stigma around premature ejaculation? How does Pr...

Gender and Why Words Matter with Abbie Rolf

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!   What we talked about Why does it matter? What are some examples of terms used in the trans community? Pronouns – They, He, She are commonly used to distinguish the gender that someone identifie...

Gender and Why Words Matter ft. Abbie Rolf

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: www.sextalkwitherika.com/92 Join my Patreon: www.sextalkwitherika.com/patreon My therapy practice: www.mentalandsexualhealth.com 

Conceiving With Love With Denise Wiesner

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 with your partners.     Questions tackled:  -Tell me a little be about your own story?!  I...