In one of our most powerful conversations yet, Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias sit down with psychologist and certified sex therapist Dr. Rachel Needle to unpack the intersections of trauma, shame, intimacy, and resilience. From childhood abuse to substance use, from body detachment to rediscovering desire, we explore how reclaiming your sexuality isn’t indulgent—it’s essential. Dr. Needle shares her personal journey, her clinical expertise, and the emotional truths behind what it means to feel safe in your skin again.

We break down the stigma sex therapists face, the myths surrounding porn and pleasure, and why so many women don’t begin embracing their sexual identity until midlife. This isn’t just about sex—it’s about healing, empowerment, and rewriting the narrative around what it means to connect with your body on your own terms.

PLUS: We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of Next Level Growth Academy, a long-anticipated collaboration between Next Level and Dr. Needle to train trauma-informed recovery and mental health coaches. With Rachel’s leadership at Modern Sex Therapy Institutes, Palm Beach University, and Advanced Mental Training Institute, this program is built for growth, transformation, and real-world impact.

Connect with Dr. Rachel Needle:
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Phone (Therapy Inquiries): (561) 629-4579
Phone (Training/CE): (561) 379‑7207
Website: www.drrachel.com
Training Institute: www.modernsextherapyinstitutes.com
Instagram: @drrachelneedle

Next Level Recovery Associates:
Instagram: @nextlevelrecoveryassoc
Facebook: Next Level Recovery Associates
LinkedIn: Next Level Recovery Associates
TikTok:  @nextlevelrecoveryassoc
YouTube:  Next Level Recovery Associates

Amanda Marino:
Instagram: @amandamarinorecovery
Facebook: Amanda Marino, Behavioral Health Consultant and Interventionist
LinkedIn: Amanda Marino
TikTok: @amandamarinorecovery
YouTube: @amandamarinorecovery

Sarah Frias:
Instagram: @sarahefrias