In this final summer sprinkle, we are chatting with Darlene Johnson. She is the co-founder of Her Secret Garden, located here in Dallas, Texas. Darlene is a licensed esthetician, herbalist, womb wellness practitioner, feminine energy coach, and owner of Her Secret Garden, a plant-based feminine care product line. She focuses on holistic health and …

In this bonus episode/ Summer Sprinkle, we are taking a dive and dissecting friends with benefits! Friends w/ Benefits is not an uncommon way to do relationships and meet sexual needs, yet there is still so much taboo around it. I have been reviewing studies around these relationship styles and invited an intimacy coach to discuss her observed tren…

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode is about working through sexual trauma, I have invited an experienced mental health clinician to share her work with clients who have experienced and are working through sexual assault trauma. Blanca Kleinfall is a local therapist in the DFW area in Texas. Blanca's specialty areas are trauma-related issues involving: t…

In today's episode, we are discussing pelvic health and chatting with Dr. Sutton about her career and what women need to know about working with a pelvic health physical therapist. Stacy Sutton, PT, DPT, is a Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in Texas and is the founder of Sutton Health Advocacy LLC in Plano, TX. She is a board-certified Women’s Hea…

In this episode, we are talking about Sex and Aging with Melinda Porter. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of MCP Counseling in Carrollton, Texas. Melinda is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist who provides services to couples, polycules, and individuals with diverse sexuality and expressions. Melinda has also worked in the queer com…

Kelvin Pace is back for another Bonus episode!! This episode is for our butt stuff enthusiasts. In this episode, we discuss how to have safe, pain-free, and pleasurable anal play and anal sex. We discuss consent, communication, lubrication, relaxation, positions, toys, and aftercare. Kelvin Pace is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Se…

Alex Foxx is a sensual scientist, contemporary courtesan, and sex educator - with a degree in psychology. She is certified in various somatic modalities such as sexological bodywork, mystical dance, massage therapy, tantra/Taoist feminine arts, and yoga. Alex's sex work affirmative approach draws on over a decade worth of industry insight to suppor…

Today, we have a powerhouse and badass on the podcast. Shervana Francis is a Trauma-informed Trauma Recovery & Transformation Coach from Saint Lucia. She is the Founder/CEO & Visionary of Espoir Life & Learning Inc.,specializing in helping Caribbean women heal unresolved trauma from childhood, past relationships, increase their self-worth, confiden…

Kris Bailey has 10 years of experience in childcare and 6 years in the birth and postpartum wellness industry. She is the founder of Birth and Baby services LLC where she offers a well-rounded doula experience: birth doula, postpartum doula, attachment parent coach, childbirth educator, certified lactation counselor, and fertility advocate in train…

Shayla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes that emotional well-being and mental health is the key to having a healthy lifestyle. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, her clientele varies from adjusting to Life Transitions, Stress & Anxiety, Women's Issues, Burnout Prevention, Self-esteem, Communication, Assertiveness, Healing from Su…

In today's episode, we have another dynamic woman- Daria Robinson- Ernest. Daria is a NeuroMovement practitioner and Pain relief coach residing in St.Lucia. In her work, she helps women over the age of 45 continue to live youthful, pain-free, and energized naturally. She also works with children with special needs to live to their fullest potential…

TEDx Speaker, Author, CEO, Personal Development Coach, and Game Changer! In this episode, we are unpacking the imposter syndrome. Ms. Webster is the co-founder of S.U.R.e Refinement, an organization designed to help young women create self-love, self-belief, and self-worth within themselves. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation …

In this episode, I share a dialogue I had with Shayla D. Tumbling several months ago. Shayla is the co-creator of CuddleSage, a professional platonic cuddler, a mental health therapist, a sexuality & emotional empowerment coach, and a healing facilitator. Her work is empowerment-based, holistic, sex-positive, compassion-centered, and trauma-informe…

In episode 5, we have a beautiful Haitian American clinician on the podcast. Audrey Augustave is the founder and owner of the UN-LOC'D, a podcast that focuses on mental health and identity-related topics through the Caribbean lens. Audrey describes herself as a traditional and post-modern woman. In our conversation we explore sexual development and…

Today we have another amazing Afro-Caribbean clinician on the podcast! Shawnessa Devonish is a National Board Certified Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor located in Maryland, here to talk about abandonment trauma and attachment styles. Shawnessa and Janice engage in a transparent conversation about clinical processes and real-l…

In today's episode, I am sharing my esthetician Jazzlyn! She is the owner of Abiding Artistry here in Dallas and is followed on Instagram by women worldwide. In this conversation, Jazzyln talks to us about her business, her processes, and leaves care tips for vulva owners. Guest info Website-www.abidingartistry.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.…

In our second episode for the season, we chat with Kasey King. Kasey is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Relationship Coach. As a therapist, Kasey specializes in marriage, military families,childhood trauma and currently working towards a sex therapy certification. Kasey is a Navy Veteran, parent of 3, and wife of a United States Navy S…

Season 2 is here! and we are kicking it off with my girlfriend, Licensed Professional Counselor, and a badass go-getter- Imani Huff! We discuss the distorted view we have of strength and pleasure. Imani shares how this shows up in her work and provides simple ways to incorporate pleasure into our lives while remaining connected to our values. Imani…

After taking the summer off for loads of fun and adventures, your host Janice is back to deliver more pro-pleasure and sex-positive dialogues. Janice has also opened a private practice where she sees clients who are working to strengthen relationship skills and address sex-related concerns. Season two will continue with provocative dialogues on sev…

In this final Bonus Episode, we are chatting with Victoria about her experiences as a black queer woman and of course, we Dive into pleasure. Check it out!Cognitive Shifts Psychotherapy による

In this final episode for this season, not only do we have another clinician of color, we have a #Caribbeangal! #Gramfam! Fiona Francis is here to chat with Janice about work-life integration and of course Self Care, including ways to preserve your sexual health! She is dropping gems this entire episode and sharing some of her favorite self-care pr…

Today we have another sex educator on the podcast! Susan Rosney is a member of Sexual Health Alliance and an affiliate with The Kinder Foundation. Susan likes to help others talk about healthy sexuality and here to talk to us about her specialty- BDSM & Kink. She is laying the foundation and serving a ton of resources!! Susan loves controversial an…

In this episode, we're going back to St.Lucia! Jessica St.Rose is here with us to chat about all things LGBTQIA in St.lucia. Jessica currently serves as the Board Secretary for United and Strong, she also served as the 758Pride chairperson hosting St.Lucia's very first Pride celebration under the theme "Persist with Pride" in 2019. Jessica lives he…

In this episode, Janice is speaking with Marsha Stepensky, a Program Director of Behavioral Services for a community organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in day programs and supported living. She brings over 12 years of rich experience working with individuals with disabilities and their families in a r…

In this episode, we have a Licensed Professional Counselor on the podcast! Raelynn Bass is the founder of Progressive Center for Wellness LLC in Atlanta, Georgia. Raelynn specializes in relationship issues, family problems, divorce survivor support, and other emotionally taxing experiences. Raelynn shares her unique work with clients and also some …

Relationship by design is my jam! So today we have a relationship coach on the show! Morgan is here to talk about consensual, sustainable non-monogamy. Morgan is dropping practical tips this entire episode. She’s answering all your questions about consensual and ethical non-monogamy not only from her work but from her own personal experience. If yo…

My guest Kelvin Pace is a black male mental health clinician and sex therapist in Anchorage, Alaska. Kelvin is sharing a ton of knowledge and insight around masculine sexuality, trauma, performance anxiety, healthy use of pornography, physical health, and so much more. Guest info- Kelvin Pace, MS, LPC-S, CST Email: kpacecounseling@gmail.com Instagr…

Today we have the highly sort after mental health clinician and sexuality professional of color- Shanae “HonestlyNae” Adams. They identify as they/ them and bring a wealth of knowledge to their clients and audiences through therapy and workshops. In this episode, we talk about safely exploring threesomes and ways persons can begin dialogues about e…

In this episode, we are talking to Shani Vee about her journey to Regional Master Trainer of SocaCize St. Lucia, and her hopes for women who attend her classes. SocaCize mission is to positively impact social, physical, and mental health through the F.L.A.U.N.T philosophy: F- Feel Good L- Look Good A- Attitude U- Unleash N- Nice up yourself T- Take…

Today we have my friend Dr. Aisha Evans on the podcast! She is here to share with us a bit about university life and the themes that often come up for adolescents during this developmental stage. Dr. Evans is dropping some of her go-to strategies and how parents can best support students during those critical years. We share our personal disruption…

Today we have an amazing therapist and 2x breast cancer survivor on the podcast! Brandie Sellers is the owner of Mind your heart counseling where she practices counseling via telehealth. She sees clients with mental health needs around illness, religious deconstruction, and sexuality- with additional training and experience in sex therapy, trauma/ …

Popular sexual and reproductive health blogger, Janelle King shares how she went from working in Public Health to becoming a nurse to writing about sexual health, reproductive health, and pleasure on her blog "The Nurse Note". In this episode, she shares how she educates on body-positive parenting, birth control options, and tips for building a mor…

Today we have an AASECT certified sex therapist on the show! Diana Sadat is the founder and clinical director at Allura Sex Therapy Centre, a group practice in Vancouver that specializes and exclusively works with sexuality and couples issues. Diana shares her journey to becoming a sex therapist and owning a group practice. She is here to talk abou…

In this first episode, we have a sex coach and sexologist based in Barbados. Latoya Lane of Pillow Talk Caribbean is here to talk about sexual affirmations and how she implements them in her work with her clients in the Caribbean. Latoya is dropping gems in this entire episode! She uncovers common trends in her work and her approach to addressing t…

Launching February 9th, this is Her Sexual Space podcast with me, Janice Leonard. A podcast where we create a sex-positive space to engage in empowering discussions for building relational and sexual awareness. Each week, we will release provocative dialogues that integrate wellness strategies, sex -education, tools, and resources with radical idea…