A Date With Darkness Podcast is hosted by Dr. Natalie Jones, Psyd, LPCC; and it's where we explore the effects of abuse and healing from relationship trauma through intimate discussions.  Dr. Joy'El Ballard MD joins us today to discuss the health of women at the gynecologist's office. Dr. Joy'El is an expert in peri-menopause. She and I have a candid conversation about how signs of abuse and boundary issues around sex can show up at the gynecologist's office. She offers education about STIs and how women can become more comfortable with their doctor to ask them questions about sex. Dr. Joy'El also explains how women can become more comfortable with their bodies.  *Please note: Information provided on this episode are general tips and suggestions. This episode may not be suitable for everyone, and the information provided should not be substituted for treatment with a licensed mental health practitioner. The opinions of the guests on A Date with Darkness Podcast are independent of the opinions of Dr. Natalie Jones, PsyD, LPCC.  Visit Dr. Joy'El Ballard MD at: www.drjoyel.com Watch the video podcast on Youtube: https://youtu.be/JkIMCIliofA Email questions/comments/suggestions to Dr. Jones at adatewithdarkness@gmail.com Visit the website for more information: https://www.adatewithdarkness.com Let's keep the conversation going via social media: Instagram: A Date With Darkness Twitter: @Adatewdarkness Facebook: A Date With Darkness To connect with others who are seeking support from hurtful and abusive relationships please join the Facebook group: A Date With Darkness group