Autism consultant and author Robyn Steward discusses the state of being young and autistic, and how clear neutral guidance that helps tweens and teens with periods and relationships is crucial. Karen talks with Steward, herself autistic, about her insightful books.

Robyn Steward - Autism author and consultant 

Karen Yates - certified sex educator, writer, energy worker

Books by Robyn Steward

The Autism-Friendly Guide to Periods 

The Independent Woman’s Handbook for Super Safe Living on the Autistic Spectrum 

The Autism-Friendly Guide to Self-Employment

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How does obsessive compulsive disorder manifest in sex and relationships? In so many ways, but treatment is possible and effective. Karen talks with sex therapist Laura Federico about the root issue in OCD, ramifications, and solutions. The shame of minor attraction and getting help is included. They also discuss Laura’s new book The Cycle Book, about the effect of menstrual hormones on the body and mind.

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Psychologist and sex therapist Laura Federico 

Host Karen Yates  

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Therapist and author Dr Lyne Piché talks with Karen about ADHD and tools individuals and couples can use to promote more intimacy and better sex lives. They discuss her new ADHD workbook in this far-ranging and lively conversation.

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• Psychologist and sex therapist Dr. Lyne Piché 
• Host and certified sex educator Karen Yates  
• ADHD and Sex: A Workbook for Exploring Sexuality and Increasing Intimacy 

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Season 9 on neurodiversity and sex begins with a deep dive into autism. Therapist Elmo Painter-Edington, herself autistic, gives us a primer on this unique brain difference and its interplay with sex, kink, and polyamory.

Plus! Don't miss our Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, 6pm, SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY SHOW in Chicago. Get tix and more info here! Main show sponsor: Rowan Tree Counseling.

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Neurodiversity-affirming therapist and coach Elmo Painter-Edington, LPC, SEP, ASDI

Host Karen Yates

NeuroTribes by Steve Silberman 

Unmasking Autism by Devon Price 

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Want to try some kinky stuff with your partner, but have no idea where to begin? Panelists offer tips for those curious about experimenting with power play, sensation play, and beyond.

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• Cassie Porter - Somatic sex educator & sexological bodyworker
• Jason Best - Kink-aware therapist & founder of Best Therapies
• Peter Navarro - Sex-positive and somatic-oriented therapist

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From our June 2025 live Chicago show, Archy Jamjun, R.C. Riley, Amy Sumpter and Joe Mellen bring the laughs. Plus audiences answer the q, "What's your go-to fantasy?"

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R.C. Riley, writer and performer 

Archy Jamjun, storyteller and comic 

Karen Yates, certified somatic sex educator and energy worker

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Somatic Experiencing helps heal trauma and stress by addressing the body’s responses and its nervous system. In this in-depth episode, somatic therapist Meggie Twible discusses this gentle and powerful method and how it can work with sexual trauma and also its effects in polycules. 

In this episode:

• Meggie Twible, somatic therapist
• Homecoming Therapies on Instagram
• Twible’s online events
• Somatic Experiencing official website
• TRE–somatic method
• The Safe and Sound Audio Protocol
• Karen Yates, somatic sex educator

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What happens when kink meets therapy? In this lively conversation, Dr Yulinda Renee Rahman, creator of Therapeutic BDSM™, explains how trauma can be healed when a kink professional, therapist, and client work together.

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• Therapist Dr. Yulinda Renee Rahman, creator of Therapeutic BDSM™ and founder of KPSA
• Kink Professionals Standards Alliance (KPSA) Summit, October 25-26
• Books by Dr. Rahman on Amazon
• Karen Yates – sex educator and healer
• Wild & Sublime

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What exactly does a surrogate partner do? For our Healing from Sexual Trauma series, we’re rebroadcasting a powerful 2022 episode where two professional surrogates talk about the intimate work of redressing trauma, dismantling unhealthy assumptions about sex, and helping clients move toward the relationships they want.

In this episode:

• River Roaring - Surrogate partner, private coach & workshop facilitator
• Brian Gibney - Surrogate partner and intimacy coach 

More resources:

• Embrace Surrogate Partner Therapy Resource Group 
• Surrogate Partner Collective
• International Professional Surrogates Association

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Remi Newman, editor of Hands On, a book collection of personal essays by sexuality workers, and Mehdi, a somatic sex and trauma therapist, talk with Karen about the complexities of sex work and the potential for deep healing through hands-on modalities.

In this episode:

Hands On: Stories of Sexuality Work, Intimacy and Healing  

Remi Newman - editor, Hands On; surrogate partner; and sexuality educator

Mehdi - somatic sex and trauma therapist

Karen Yates - dual-certified somatic sex educator and sexological bodyworker, and energy worker

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Men, Trauma, and Sex with JoJo Bear 

Sexual Trauma, Somatic Healing 

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