Episode 35
Julia Simone Fogelson
Description: In this engaging episode of Love, Laughs, and Lessons, Dr. Frankie and Denise welcome licensed clinical social worker and certified sex therapist, Julia Simone Fogelson, to unpack the complexities of desire in relationships. They explore the differences between spontaneous and responsive desire, highlighting how each influences intimacy and connection. The discussion addresses the societal pressures that often lead to shame surrounding sexual preferences and emphasizes the importance of clear communication in fostering deeper bonds.
Julia shares practical tools for listeners to identify their own desires and express them effectively to their partners, empowering individuals to embrace pleasure in all its forms. With insights applicable to a range of relationships—romantic, platonic, or familial—this episode invites you to rethink intimacy and prioritize mutual pleasure. Join us for a candid conversation that encourages growth, understanding, and a fresh perspective on what it means to connect with others.
Bio: Julia Simone Fogelson, LCSW, CST (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. She has a psychotherapy practice in Oakland, California where she serves adults, teens, and relationships. She specializes in providing sex therapy and gender-affirming care. She also teaches human sexuality as an adjunct professor at the California Institute of Integral Studies.
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