The Lovers Society

If intimacy feels complicated, distant, or far from effortless, The Lovers Society is for you.Hosted by Marissa Nelson, award-winning relationship and sex therapist, this podcast explores intimacy as it shapes every part of our lives—from how we relate to money and nourish ourselves to how environment, hormones, and daily stress influence desire and connection.Each episode invites you into real, grounded conversations that help you step out of performance and back into connection, at your own pace. This is intimacy rooted in emotional safety, self-trust, and choice, with the reminder that you are deserving of pleasure, even if you’ve felt disconnected from it for a long time.If talking about sex feels hardIf intimacy and desire feels completely goneIf you love your partner and still feel the gap…You’re not broken. And you’re not alone.You’ll hear honest, thought-provoking conversations with leading experts, paired with practical tools and exercises you can use immediately to create mea

The Lovers Society is a society podcast hosted by Marissa Nelson, with 9 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Marissa Nelson hosts The Lovers Society, a society show with 9 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  Why Intimacy Feels So Hard: Attachment, Childhood Trauma & The Power of Community

  Apr 27, 20261h 10mS0

  <p>In this episode of The Lover's Society, we delve into how childhood attachment, trauma, and healing influence our adult relationships, intimacy, and sense of safety. Join us as Dr. Will shares his unique approach to trauma, healing, and how creativity plays a vital role in the process of reclaiming agency and connection.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Main Topics:</b><b></b></p>The impact of childhood trauma on adult intimacy and relationship patternsThe neurobiology of trauma, surrender, and healingThe role of community, identity, and agency in the healing journeyHow kink and pleasure practices can facilitate trauma reclamationTools...

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  Episode #9

  Why Intimacy Feels So Hard: Attachment, Childhood Trauma & The Power of Community

  Apr 27, 20261h 10m

  In this episode of The Lover's Society, we delve into how childhood attachment, trauma, and healing influence our adult relationships, intimacy, and sense of safety. Join us as Dr. Will shares his unique approach to trauma, healing, and how creativity plays a vital role in the process of reclaiming agency and connection. Main Topics: The impact of childhood trauma on adult intimacy and relationship patterns The neurobiology of trauma, surrender, and healing The role of community, identity, and agency in the healing journey How kink and pleasure practices can facilitate trauma reclamation Tools for cultivating safety, presence, and internal integration In this episode: The significance of understanding biological, emotional, and mental ages in trauma work Practical exercises for reconnecting with desire and internal experience The importance of storytelling and transcription in internalizing healing The collective nature of healing and boundaries in community spaces How internalized rules and legacy burdens shape adult behaviors and choices Learn more about Dr. Will's work: Heal All Ways Institute Email: william.washington.wellness@gmail.com Connect with the community and start reclaiming your inner healing power. Chapters 00:00 Exploring Childhood Attachment and Trauma 01:40 Introducing Dr. Will and His Journey 04:59 Understanding Trauma in Intimacy 08:09 The Complexity of Surrender in Healing 10:53 Reparative Experiences and Neuroplasticity 14:02 The Role of Pleasure in Healing 17:01 Agency and Identity in Kink 20:03 Connection: The Key to Healing 22:56 Children, Play, and Adult Pleasure 25:32 The Loss of Agency in Success 28:36 Kink as a Tool for Reclamation 31:25 Lessons for Vanilla Couples from Kink 33:18 Witnessing Your Body's Responses 35:51 Reconnecting with Pleasure 36:34 Understanding Identity and Self-Concept 37:45 Exploring Self-Pleasure and Trust 39:39 Navigating Boundaries and Attachment Trauma 40:53 The Internal Experience of Sexuality 43:20 Agency in Choosing Partners 47:30 The Role of Community in Healing 51:06 Recognizing Harmful vs. Healthy Communities 55:10 Lightning Round: Insights on Healing

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  Episode #8

  Intimacy Begins in the Body

  Apr 12, 20261h 1mS0

  <p>In this episode, Marissa Nelson hosts Charlie Glickman, a renowned somatic sexuality educator and author, to explore the importance of reconnecting with the body to enhance intimacy, pleasure, and emotional safety. They discuss strategies for overcoming disconnection, understanding somatic cues, and fostering safe touch and communication in relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>Key  topics</p><p><br></p><p>Body trust and safety</p><p>Somatic awareness exercises</p><p>Disconnection and trauma in intimacy</p><p>Reclaiming pleasure from the inside out</p><p>Communication and consent in relationships</p><p><br></p><p>Sound  Bites</p><p>...

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  Episode #7

  Hot Flashes, Dry Spells: Intimacy During Menopause

  Mar 28, 20261h 2mS0

  This exciting episode features a deep and honest conversation about women's health, aging, and intimacy during perimenopause and menopause. Marissa Nelson talks to Jenna Perkins, RN, WHNP-BC, GYN, Sexual Health Specialist and Founder of DiscovHer Health, who shares insights on hormonal changes, symptoms, treatment options, and how women can reclaim pleasure and connection in their lives. You don't want to miss this!<br><b>Key Topics</b><br>Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopauseOverlapping symptoms with other health conditionsPhysical and emotional impacts on intimacyTreatment options including hormonal and non-hormonal therapiesThe importance of self-advocacy and partner involvement<br><b>Sound Bites</b>...

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  Episode #6

  Holy Shame: When Faith Impacts Your Sexuality

  Mar 21, 20261h 6mS0

  <p>In this inspiring episode, Award Winning Therapist Marissa Nelson interviews Lyvonne Briggs, a renowned spiritualist and author, about reimagining sexuality and faith. They explore how to unlearn shame, embrace pleasure as a divine gift, and integrate spirituality with sensuality, especially within faith communities.</p><p><br></p><p> Key  topics</p><p><br></p><p>Unlearning shame around sexuality</p><p>The sacredness of pleasure and the body</p><p>The impact of religious conditioning on sexuality</p><p>Healing from sexual trauma and shame</p><p>Integrating spirituality and sensuality</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br...

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