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 wellness and improving womb health and mental health for her audience which is 97% women. Her focus is on creating products, classes, and content to educate and enlighten her on the many different ways to heal and live the best possible life.

Her Secret Garden V-Steam is available for booking on September 10th and 24th.

Guest info-

Website: https://shophersecretgarden.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hersecretgardenvsteam/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hersecretgardenvsteam/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@herbalistdarlene

 

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Her Sexual Space is an independent podcast created and hosted by Janice Leonard. Produced by Vibez Productionz.

Yoni Steaming w/ Darlene Johnson

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 trends on this subject.
Shamaree Brissett is a Relationship & Intimacy Coach, specializing in empowering
women to get the confidence and pleasure they deserve so that they no longer
settle for a lack of satisfaction in relationships. Shamaree is also a Marriage
& Family Therapist that has been providing counseling services for nearly a
decade.
She started Shamaree L.A.B. LLC (Relationship & Intimacy Coaching Services) in
2021, with the intention to serve more people because she believes that everyone
deserves real confidence, relationship satisfaction, and unlimited orgasms. As a
sexual assault survivor, a modern Black woman, and a therapist Shamaree combines
her personal and professional experience to best serve her clients.
Guest info-
Website: https://eztree.me/shamareelab
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3077657329174177
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shamareelab/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/shamareelab
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shamareelab
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPaosqg7B0a9OPvMmHMfyQ
Resources: Lehmiller, J. J., VanderDrift, L. E., & Kelly J. R. (2011). Sex
differences in approaching friends with benefits relationships. The Journal of
Sex Research, 48, 275-284.
Lehmiller, J.J. (2017, November). Experiences with kink and group sex among
friends with benefits and romantic partners. Paper presented at the Annual
Meeting of the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality, Atlanta, GA.
Lehmiller, J. J., VanderDrift, L. E., & Kelly, J. R. (2014). Sexual
communication, satisfaction, and condom use behavior in friends with benefits
and romantic partners. Journal of Sex Research, 51(1), 74-85.
Machia, L. V., Proulx, M. L., Ioerger, M., & Lehmiller, J. J. (2020). A
longitudinal study of friends with benefits relationships. Personal
Relationships, 27(1), 47-60.
 
This episode is sponsored by Zencastr, my #1 podcast tool. They provide a
crystal clear sound and gorgeous HD video. I love that it records separate audio
and video tracks for the guests and me. Plus, there is a secured cloud backup,
so you never lose your interviews. It is super easy to use, and there is nothing
to download. My guests just click on the link, and we start recording. Go
to https://zen.ai/hersexualspacepod and get 30% off your first three months with
a PRO account.
 
Her Sexual Space is an independent podcast created and hosted by Janice Leonard.
Produced by Vibez Productionz.

 

U up?- Friends With Benefits w/ Shamaree Brissett

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: toxic/abusive relationships, grief/grieving,
and sexual abuse. She provides a safe and authentic place for all people; men
and women of color, the LGBTQ+ community.
It is possible that some of the content mentioned in this episode could trigger
you if you or someone you know have experienced this type of hurt. 
For immediate support please call the national support hotline of the Rape,
Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN)
at 1.800.656.4673 or access their online chat hotline at
https://hotline./rainn.org.online.
 
Guest info-
Website: http://www.kleinfallcounseling.com
 
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Her Sexual Space is an independent podcast created and hosted by Janice Leonard.
Produced by Vibez Productionz.

Working Through Sexual Trauma w/ Blanca Kleinfall

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 Health Clinical Specialist (WCS) through the American
Physical Therapy Association. 
Dr. Stacy Sutton,began her journey towards becoming a physical therapist because
she wanted to help other women who experience pain and discomfort find real
solutions without feeling alone in their health journey. Her clinic, Sutton
Health Advocacy, makes its mission to empower women to heal themselves.
Dr. Sutton specializes in and has a passion for treating people with a variety
of diagnoses including dyspareunia (pain with intercourse), pelvic floor
dysfunction, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, pregnancy-related pain,
postpartum pain, voiding dysfunction, pre-and post- mastectomy musculoskeletal
pain, and those with osteoporosis.
Her favorite part about being a women’s pelvic health physical therapist is the
connections she builds with other women and that she gets to help them get their
lives back when they are going through a difficult time.
 
Guest info-
Website: https://suttonhealthadvocacy.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SuttonHealthAdvocacy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suttonhealthadvocacy/
Resources:
Diaphragmatic Breathing: https://youtu.be/WmqD9caYwH8
Pelvic Floor Muscle Relaxation: https://youtu.be/VIqZScgpi8w
Kegels: https://youtu.be/iNQqBXRyDCg
Posture Reset: https://youtu.be/X-9M40JcTKU
Spinal Mobility #1: https://youtu.be/lz2egV_PZ58
Spinal Mobility #2: https://youtu.be/mbn8uqNP_Dk
 
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Her Sexual Space is an independent podcast created and hosted by Janice Leonard.
Produced by Vibez Productionz

Let's Talk Pelvic Health w/ Dr.Stacy Sutton

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 community since 2012. Working with
children, teens, individuals, couples, and families to process sexuality and
gender questions and/or transitioning. She provides safe space and education on
the journey to congruency. Her goal is for her clients to find
self-understanding and skills to be in the moment.
 
Guest info-
Melinda's Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/melinda-chats/id1537457611
Website: https://mcpcounseling.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melindachats
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melindachats/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmuZ7Jb7vSg3mHMH0U9hlng
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melindachats
Resources:  Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski, She Comes First by Ian Kerner, and
Mating in Captivity by Esther Perel
This episode is sponsored by SimplePractice. Get your first $100 towards your
first month of SimplePractice when you sign up for an account today. This
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Her Sexual Space is an independent podcast created and hosted by Janice Leonard.
Produced by Vibez Productionz.

Sex and Aging w/ Melinda Porter

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 Sex Therapist. 
Kelvin is the owner of KpaceCounseling, LLC where he serves clients in private
practice in Alaska and Colorado.  He provides services to couples and
individuals dealing with sexual or relationship issues that include low desire,
anxiety surrounding sex, and infidelity. 
His current focus is on mindfulness-based interventions to manage sexual
concerns and works with persons that are either in or looking to explore
non-traditional relationship orientations that fall under the umbrella of
consensual/ethical non-monogamy.
Guest info-
Website: https://kpacecounseling.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KpaceCounselingLLC
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpacecounseling/
Resource: https://thevelvetbox.com/classes/
Book: Ultimate Guide To Anal Sex For Women by  Tristan Taormino
 

Butt Stuff w/ Kelvin Pace

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 support erotically curious women to empower their
everyday life through sensual embodiment and pleasure.
In this episode, we explore her background and her sacred sensual work with
erotically curious women who like to access  their own deep sensual expressions.
Towards the end of this episode, we  engage in a breathwork exercise, a simple
practice that can help stroke your sexual fire. 
Guest info-
Website- https://alexfoxx.com/
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/arousingcuriosity
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/sacred.sensual.science/
 
This episode is sponsored by SimplePractice. Get your first $100 towards your
first month of SimplePractice when you sign up for an account today. This
exclusive offer is valid for new customers only. 
Go to https://www.simplepractice.com/partners/hersexualspace to learn more. 
 
Her Sexual Space is an independent podcast created and hosted by Janice Leonard.
Produced by Vibez Productionz.

 

Somatic Sexology & Sex Work w/ Alex Foxx

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, confidence,  and radically transform
their lives and relationships so they can truly own their power.
In her practice, Shervana combines traditional therapy modalities with quantum
embodiment practices (including breath work, somatic experiencing, energy
alignment, and manifestation). Her trauma work takes on a psycho-somatic
approach that focuses on feminine embodiment and empowerment with emphasis on
healing relationship/attachment trauma, money trauma, and sexual trauma, and
restoring self-love.
She is sharing the story behind her coaching practice, observed trends amongst
Caribbean women, her coaching process, programs, and challenges. Shervana is
dropping truth bombs and gems in this entire episode. If you are on the journey
of healing and transcending then this episode is for you!
Guest info-
Website- https://espoirlifeandlearning.com/
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/iamshervana
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/iamshervana/
 
This episode is sponsored by SimplePractice. Get your first $100 towards your
first month of SimplePractice when you sign up for an account today. This
exclusive offer is valid for new customers only. 
Go to https://www.simplepractice.com/partners/hersexualspace to learn more. 
 
Her Sexual Space is an independent podcast created and hosted by Janice Leonard.
Produced by Vibez Productionz.

Badassery w/ Shervana Francis

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 training. At the core, Kris values
evidence-based research, unbiased and non-judgmental support, and delivers in a
calm and encouraging manner. 
In this episode, Kris chats with us  about the birth of her business, her
engagement with families, and the many other ways she supports individuals.
 Kris and Janice also get personal about their unique birth stories, sharing
what went well and areas where women continue to need birth and postpartum
support.
Guest info-
Kris Bailey
Website- https://birthandbabyservices.com/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/thebirthbabe
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/birthandbabyservices/
 
This episode is sponsored by SimplePractice. Get your first $100 towards your
first month of SimplePractice when you sign up for an account today. This
exclusive offer is valid for new customers only. 
Go to https://www.simplepractice.com/partners/hersexualspace to learn more. 
 
Her Sexual Space is an independent podcast created and hosted by Janice Leonard.
Produced by Vibez Productionz.

Birth & Postpartum Doula Services w/ Kris Bailey

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 Superwoman Syndrome, Personal
Development, and desire to be Emotionally Healthy.  In the Fall of 2020, Shayla
released HEY Sis [https://www.ctrlshiftbalance.com/heysis], a 40-day journal of
daily encouragement and self-reflection as a companion to work that she does
with modern millennial women. 
In this episode, we discuss the balance model;
B-  Boundaries with your time
A- Acknowledging our thoughts and feelings
L- Letting go
A- Alignment with our values and what's important to us
N- No
C- Compassion
E- Embracing positivity and Gratitude mindset
 
Guest info-
Shayla Peterson, LCSW, LISW- CP (S)
Website- https://www.ctrlshiftbalance.com/
Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/ctrlshiftbalance/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CtrlShiftBalance/
Hey Sis, 40-day Journal for Daily Encouragement and Self Reflection-
https://www.ctrlshiftbalance.com/heysis
 
This episode is sponsored by SimplePractice. Get your first $100 towards your
first month of SimplePractice when you sign up for an account today. This
exclusive offer is valid for new customers only. 
Go to https://www.simplepractice.com/partners/hersexualspace to learn more. 
 
Her Sexual Space is an independent podcast created and hosted by Janice Leonard.
Produced by Vibez Productionz.

Ctrl Shift Balance w/ Shayla Peterson

Her Sexual Space Podcast is a sex-positive space created to facilitate dialogues
that promote wellness and empowers women's sexual health. Each season brings you
unique weekly episodes that feature provocative dialogues integrating wellness
strategies, sex -education, tools, and resources.