Ep. 19 Real Talk About Issues In The Bedroom

Intimacy Concerns Are More Common Than You Think... Are you and your partner feeling disconnected? Do you have a hard time talking about your needs/desires? Does your sex life leave you wanting more? In this episode, Dr. Jocelyn Connolly, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist and Dr. Lauren Walker, Registered Clinical Psychologist talk about sex, sexuality, and issues many people have in the bedroom (or elsewhere?)...  Dr. Lauren loves working with couples and individuals who are interested in enhancing their intimate relationships and sexual lives. She is a therapist, researcher, author and entrepreneur. She translate science about sexuality into real life, and to help people grow in the areas of sexuality, intimacy, relationships and self-care. She is passionate about reducing stigma associated with sexuality, mental health and health. After earning her PhD, she completed a specialized clinical fellowship in sexual dysfunction after cancer treatment where she received mentorship from nationally recognized experts in sexual medicine. ​She recently received Calgary's Avenue Magazine's Top 40 Under 40 award. This prestigious award distinguishes recipients as rising stars; high achievers who are impacting their field and the broader community, and who are moving the city of Calgary forward. She has developed several innovative sexual health programs for cancer patients, and she also direct the Oncology Sexual Health Lab at the University of Calgary. She have over 30 scientific publications on the topic of cancer and sexuality and am  co-author of a book for prostate cancer patients - Androgen Deprivation Therapy: A Guide for Prostate Cancer Patients and Their Loved Ones. Follow Dr. Lauren on IG: @drlaurenwalker Follow Dr. Jocelyn on IG: @the.vaginadoc Learn more about Dr. Lauren: https://www.drlaurenwalker.com/ Books mentioned in podcast: Better Sex Through Mindfulness: How Women Can Cultivate Desire by Dr. Lori Brotto Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski