#390 How to Find (or Become) a Great Sex and Relationship Coach or Therapist - with Heather McPherson, LMFT-S

When it comes to sex or relationships and wanting to find a therapist or coach, what should people know before they shop around? Are all sex therapists “created equal”? Why is it so important for therapists to be educated on how to support their client’s sexuality while not creating more shame? As a client, what are some of the signs my therapist or coach might not be a good fit for me? And how can I go about that? For people who want to become a sex educator or therapist, how can they start to venture down this path? And what makes SHA different from other sexuality training programs?  About our guest: Heather McPherson is the CEO and Founder of the Sexual Health Alliance, a premier education and certification provider for sexuality professionals. Heather also founded Respark, a national brand that encompasses a group therapy practice, Respark Foundation Nonprofit, and ReSpark Retreats. Respark Therapy & Associates (respark.co) is a group practice that serves Colorado, Washington and Texas specializing in sexuality and relationships. She is published in Playboy Magazine as well as Playboy Online, and has been featured on CNN, HuffPost, Rolling Stone, SheKnows, Quartz, Bravo, the Body, the Sun, Sex and Psychology with Dr. Justin Lehmiller, Psychology Today with Dr. David Ley, Parent Harald, and more.  Heather McPherson has lectured at prestigious universities including University of Texas at Austin, Texas State University, University of Utah, University of Colorado Denver and Governors State University in Chicago. She is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist Supervisor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT-S) and a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S). She also is the Texas Section Leader for AASECT (American Association for Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists). She has appeared on several podcasts including Loveline with Dr. Chris Donaghue as well as Sex with Dr. Jess. Heather helps clients gain confidence, rebuild trust, increase playfulness, and find passion and meaning in their erotic lives. Heather graduated with honors from Texas State University with a MA in Marriage, Couple and Family Therapy; a CACREP Accredited Program. To learn more go to https://sexualhealthalliance.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sexualhealthalliance https://www.tiktok.com/@sexualhealthalliance https://www.facebook.com/SHAteams https://www.instagram.com/resparkgroup   SEATTLE! Come see our LIVE Shameless SexUnleashed sexy variety show: The Unleashed Tour: Where Shamelessness, Sexiness, and Laughter Collide in a Hilarious Orgy of Fun, Discovery, and Sex Edutainment! Get your tickets here ASAP: https://www.shamelesssex.com/events Do you love us? Do you REALLY love us? Then order our book now! Go to shamelesssex.com to snag your copy Support Shameless Sex by sending us gifts via our Amazon Wish List Other links: Get 20% off Epiphany Clit Arousal Serum with code SHAMELESS at http://tryepiphany.com Get soaking wet and bigger loads + 10% off with code SHAMELESS at http://soakingwet.com Get 10% off + free shipping with code SHAMELESS10 on Uberlube AKA our favorite lubricant at http://uberlube.com Get 10% off while mastering the art of pleasure at  http://OMGyes.com/shameless Get 15% off all of your sex toys with code SHAMELESSSEX at http://purepleasureshop.com