Welcome back to Ask A Sex Therapist, the podcast that dives deep into the world of pleasure, intimacy, and becoming your own sex expert. I'm your host, Heather Shannon, and today we have a special guest joining us, Heidi A. Sauder, Ph.D Dr. Sauder is a Certified Gottman Method Therapist and American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) certified sex therapist. She is the director of a group practice with specialties in couple/relationship therapy, ADHD, trauma, and grief and growth.In this episode, we explore the adventures in sex and becoming your own sex expert. We'll discuss the importance of open conversations about sex, the impact of communication and education on relationships, and the various transitions that occur in our sex lives. So sit back, relax, and get ready for an enlightening and empowering conversation with Heidi A. Sauder, Ph.D.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:- Summarizing conversations around sex and sexuality; wrote boring book, then discarded it.- The idea of sex exploration.- Comfort, openness, and education in sexuality important.- Sexual preferences parallel other personal preferences.- Prioritize, adjust, seek tools for great sex.- Body image concerns, but everyone's preferences vary.- Exploring new ways to enhance self-pleasure.- Sexual pleasure can be incredibly satisfying.- Connections, fun, and perspectives change with time.WORK WITH HEATHER:Apply for a no-pressure $1 discovery call to learn about Heather’s 3-month “Intimacy Infusion” coaching program - https://heathershannon.co/video-page/ Connect with Dr. Heidi Sauder:Learn more about her - https://enrichcenter.org/staff/heidi-a-sauder-ph-d LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidisauder/Adventures in Sex: Journaling to Create Desire, Passion, Romance...and a Fun Sex Life - https://bit.ly/3RyUsy6LET’S CONNECT! FIND HEATHER HERE ⤵️:Heather’s Website & Free Gifts - https://HeatherShannon.co/Freebies  Heather’s Instagram - https://instagram.com/AskASexTherapist Join Heather’s free “Ask A Sex Therapist” Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1552153898553717 Heather’s YouTube - Check out the video version of this podcast & more! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHeUNWJIkOPSK6-Bwvf0EOw RATE & REVIEW US!Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here. https://podfollow.com/AskASexTherapistThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp