Unwanted pain during sex is far more common than most people realize—and far less talked about. In this chat, we’ll break the silence around pelvic pain: what it is, why it happens, and how systemic gaps in medicine and sex education leave many people undiagnosed and dismissed. We’ll explore the psychology of pain, how it can become a cycle, and what can be done to interrupt it. Whether you’re experiencing pain yourself or supporting a partner who is, you’ll leave with practical tools, creative alternatives for pleasure, and a deeper understanding of how pleasure itself can be a powerful key to managing chronic pain.

Friday, July 25th, 2025
11am Pacific / 2pm Eastern

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ABOUT THE PRESENTER: 

Nicoletta Heidegger, MA, MEd, CST, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#110256) and award-nominated Sexologist practicing in Los Angeles, California. She specializes in sex therapy as well as Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP). Nicoletta received her BA in Psychology from Stanford University, her MA in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and her Masters of Education in Human Sexuality from Widener University. She sees therapy clients (CA residents only) virtually and at her unique ranch office in Los Angeles. She also provides coaching, consulting, education, and retreats to folks around the world. When not seeing clients, Nicoletta creates content via her hit show Sluts and Scholars: a sex positive, shame-free, educational podcast for professionals who prioritize pleasure. Nicoletta regularly contributes to various columns, podcasts, classrooms, and blogs on topics such as sex, relationships, and mental health. She believes that pleasure is a human right and a fundamental necessity for survival. When not seeing clients, Nicoletta loves to dance, play the drums, do way too much karaoke, and spend time in nature with her animals.

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🔴 NOTE: This live Zoom presentation will be recorded for later viewing. Participants of live recording will not be on camera and may stay anonymous.