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EPISODE · Mar 31, 2025 · 1H 2M

Episode 30: Embracing Intimacy & Pleasure PART I with Dr. Harpreet Malla

from Authentically Shawna · host Dr. Shawna Berk

Dr. Harpreet Malla, Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Sex Therapist, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about intimacy & pleasure in all aspects of life.In Part I of this series, Dr. Malla discusses how our family dynamics have shaped our ideas about romantic partnership, how to bring up & talk about the intimacy you desire with a partner (hint: these conversations happen outside the bedroom), and how being flexible in relationships is the gold standard.  And Dr. Shawna shares insights about asking what you want from physical touch as experienced by attending Dr. Malla's interactive workshop entitled "From Discomfort to Delight." Interested in working with Dr. Malla, you can connect with her on her website or on her Instagram @drmallapsych.

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