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Discover the Transformative Power of Sex Coaching
Have you ever felt like your intimate life could use a little more spark, connection, or understanding? Maybe you’ve noticed patterns that keep you from fully enjoying pleasure or expressing your desires. Or perhaps you’re curious about how to deepen intimacy with your partner or yourself. If any of this resonates, you’re in the right place. I want to share with you the transformative power and benefits of sex coaching, a gentle, courageous, and heart-centered journey that ca

Emerald May
Nov 11, 20254 min read


Are you ready to work with a Sex Coach in Portland?
What Do You Need to See a Somatic Intimacy Coach or Sex Coach in Portland? I often hear people say, “I don’t think I’m ready yet.” My response is usually, “You don’t have to be ‘ready.’” You just need to be curious and perhaps a little courageous, even if you don’t feel like you are. This journey isn’t about having it all together. It’s about stepping into the unknown. It’s about meeting yourself more fully. What becomes possible when your body, pleasure, and truth are giv

Emerald May
Oct 13, 20253 min read


Why I'm no longer calling myself a Certified Sexological Bodyworker in Portland…
I’m moving away from the title “ Sexological Bodyworker ” and this blog explains why and what I'm changing to instead. Woman giving herself a compassionate hug on a massage table History of Sexological Bodywork The term Sexological Bodywork was coined by Joseph Kramer when he developed the modality of Sexological Bodywork as a bridge between sexual health education and ecstatic states of being in response to the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s. The modality has since developed to

Emerald May
Oct 5, 20258 min read


From Obligation to Liberation: My Journey to Owning My Pleasure
Growing up in the ‘80s and ‘90s, I learned that sex was something I had to do—an obligation, a task to check off the list. My role? To...

Emerald May
Feb 20, 20253 min read


Postpartum Pleasure Without Pressure Review from BeWellBabyPDX Support Group
“What do the words pleasure without pressure feel like in your body?” Read on for tips on how to access postpartum pleasure without pressure

Emerald May
Sep 16, 20244 min read


Bridging a Desire Discrepancy Gap: Couples Coaching Reflections
Uncover the secrets to bridging desire gaps with embodied couples coaching. Explore the journey of self-discovery and deeper intimacy.

Emerald May
Apr 5, 20244 min read


Exploring the World of Sexological Bodywork: What You Need to Know
UPDATE 10.13.25: Please read my blog post Why I am no longer calling myself a Sexological Bodyworker for the more up to date story of how my practice has evolved. Sexological Bodywork is the body-based sex education you never had. Book sessions with me to explore your needs and desires, release your beliefs and experiences, create new pleasure pathways and discover a deeper connection to yourself and others. We can cover physiology, anatomy, breathwork, foundations of touch

Emerald May
Mar 9, 20242 min read


Creating a Safe Space: Why It's Important and How to Establish It
Working with an Embodied Sex, Intimacy & Breathwork Coach or Certified Sexological Bodyworker is vulnerable and intimate work. It is...

Emerald May
Mar 9, 20243 min read


How to Find the Right Coach or Bodyworker: 17 Essential Tips for Making the Best Choice for YOU!
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing through the support of an Embodied Sex, Intimacy & Breathwork Coach or Certified...

Emerald May
Mar 9, 20245 min read
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