In this exciting episode of Ask A Sex Therapist, your host Heather Shannon interviews Dr. Laurie Mintz, author of Becoming Cliterate and an award-winning college professor with over 20 years of experience working with sexual issues. Join them as they share their passion for closing the orgasm gap, encouraging pleasure for vulva owners, and challenging the myths perpetuated by society about female pleasure. Learn about the importance of understanding female anatomy, proper hygiene, and seeking advice from a pelvic floor physical therapist. Discover the significance of mindfulness, positive thinking, and open communication with partners for a fulfilling sexual experience. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that empowers women to prioritize their pleasure and take control of their sexual health.Timestamps[00:00:01] Closing the Orgasm Gap[00:03:45] Expert's journey in human sexuality[00:07:23] The Orgasm Gap and Gender Conformity[00:11:23] Debunking Myths About Orgasms[00:14:54] Misconceptions about female genitalia anatomy[00:18:42] Challenges in Educating about Women's Sexuality[00:22:33] Realistic Sexual Communication in Media[00:26:30] Importance of Masturbation for Female Sexual Health[00:29:55] Optimizing Orgasms and Pelvic Health[00:33:28] Mindfulness and Communication for Better Sex[00:37:17] Revamping Sex: Tips for Enhanced Pleasure and Exploration[00:40:56] The importance of sex positivity and genital hygieneLET’S CONNECT! FIND HEATHER HERE ⤵️:Heather’s WebsiteHeather’s InstagramJoin Heather’s free “Ask A Sex Therapist” Facebook GroupHeather’s YouTube - Check out the video version of this podcast & more!FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST, DR. LAURIE MINTZ:Laurie’s website (for books, bookings, etc)InstagramSIMILARLY AWESOME EPISODES:Liked the episode? Here’s a few more episodes of Ask A Sex Therapist that you'll enjoy:Episode 5 - The Clitoris - https://pod.fo/e/15ce78Episode 15 - Unlearning Sex Negativity - https://pod.fo/e/16a6b6RATE & REVIEW US!Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here. You want to leave a review, but you’re tech challenged? Here’s a YouTube video of how to rate & review on Apple (iPhone/Mac) and here’s one for Spotify/Android. All Apple written reviews are eligible to win a 3-book bundle of books (or audiobooks) from Heather’s Amazon Storefront. Listen to the podcast to win and if you hear your review read, email us at AskASexTherapistPodcast@gmail.com to claim your prize!