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A feminist podcast which shines a light on two things: 1. People doing brilliant work to advance equality between men and women; 2. and pioneering work carried out by women in a whole range of fields.....that we all need to know about! Join me for interviews with some of the fascinating people I've come across since writing 'The Invisible Job'
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Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, American Board Certified OB/GYN is talking sex. Women, mothers, Muslims – this podcast goes into the birds, the bees, and everything in between. No shame, no judgment, and no topic is taboo. This is The Muslim Sex Podcast. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborho ...
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Whole Self Podcast

Sharon Wegman, Cait Beiler, Kayla Seader

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Welcome to the Whole Self Podcast, where a group practice of professional counselors discuss all aspects of mental health and the importance of healing the body, mind, and spirit.
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf explains the sometimes-tumultuous connection between body image and relationships. Learn the basics and various examples of how body image can affect relationships and find out why taking the steps towards fostering a positive body image can be super beneficial in creating or reigniting healthy, fulfilling relationships. …
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On this final episode in a series focusing on revitalizing relationships and reigniting the proverbial spark, Dr. Sadaf highlights five actionable tips to increase intimacy. Dive into these practical strategies, including mindfulness, self-love, communication, and more, as Dr. Sadaf explains why taking the time to focus on these tangible steps can …
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf continues her dive into how to revitalize our relationships. This edition of the series focuses on the importance of effective communication, vulnerability, and respect in fostering intimacy. Learn how establishing date nights to bridge the gap between partners with different libidos can be beneficial and discover the rol…
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On this first part in a series of episodes that dive into "rediscovering the spark" in our relationships, Dr. Sadaf explains how focusing on desire, emotional connection, and communication are so important when striving for a happy, healthy, and sexually fulfilling relationship. Learn about the various methods there are to reigniting that spark and…
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A re-release of an old episode! In 2022, we did a series called “Know Thy Trauma.” Throughout multiple episodes, we discussed trauma and its components: generational trauma, attachment styles, triggers, and so much more. This summer, we’re revamping our most popular episodes of that series! To start us off, we have part 1 of 5 types of narcissists.…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes Dr. Sarah Merritt to discuss everything you need to know about managing and overcoming chronic pain. Dr. Merritt is an anesthesiologist and pain medicine physician, and during this chat, she shares her expertise and experience in treating patients with various types of pain, including pelvic pain, back pain, and …
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by Dr. Anne Truong to discuss everything you need to know about erectile dysfunction. Dr. Anne shares her over 20 years of experience in helping men recapture their vitality to highlight how erectile dysfunction is a common issue that can be overcome. Find out how this common issue men face as they age has poten…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes Dr. Katrina Furey to discuss everything you need to know about maternal mental health. Dr. Furey is a board-certified adult psychiatrist, and she joins the show to share her expertise to spotlight the differences between baby blues, postpartum depression, anxiety, and psychosis. Tune in as Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Furey…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Nabila Noor to discuss everything you need to know about Urogynecology. Dr. Noor is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Urogynecologist, and during this discussion, she shares her expertise to highlight the various pelvic floor disorders that she treats such as urinary leakage, bowel leakage, and …
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by Shazia Imam, also known as the Life Engineer, to discuss everything you need to know about finding fulfillment and prioritizing well-being. Shazia shares her expertise as a life coach who helps women find balance in their personal and professional lives by emphasizing the importance of self-care, setting boun…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Cindy Eckert, AKA "the pink CEO," to discuss everything you need to know about low libido and the drug ADDYI, better known as the pink pill. Find out what ADDYI is, its impact on women's lives, and the importance of prioritizing women's sexual health in a medical system that often overlooks it. In addit…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Catherine H. Toomer to discuss everything you need to know about weight loss and how it affects intimacy. Dr. Toomer shares her expertise to dive deep into the emotional and psychological challenges that can arise from weight gain and obesity, especially with how they can impact relationships and in…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Lori Brotto to discuss everything you need to know about mindfulness and intimacy with your partner. Dr. Brotto is a psychologist and professor who specializes in women’s sexual health, and during this conversation, she shares her expertise to shine a light on how challenges like decreased libido, a…
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Professional counselors Sharon and Kayla are joined by guest Matt Owen, a counselor at the Moore Resilient Group, to discuss the messaging Western culture sends men and what boxes men can be put in as a result. They talk about gender roles, what men are taught about friendships and romantic relationships from a young age, how men are shown to handl…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Sarah Cigna to discuss everything you need to know about vulvar conditions and how they can affect a woman's health. Dr. Cigna is Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates, and during this conversation, she shares her expertise to h…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi welcomes the incredible Linda Weiner to discuss everything you need to know about sensate focus! As a sex therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and the author of the book Sensate Focus for Sex Therapy, Linda shares her expertise to explain wat sensate focus is and how it can help treat a variety of sexual dysf…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi welcomes Dr. Alicia Robbins to discuss everything you need to know about the gut microbiome and its connection to menopause, sexual health, and so much more! Dr. Robbins is a gynecologist and lifestyle medicine specialist, and during this discussion, she shares her expertise to put a spotlight on how gut microbiome …
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Maiysha Clairborne to discuss everything you need to know about inherited beliefs surrounding intimacy. Dr. Clairborne shares her expertise to shine a light on how inherited beliefs influence our ideas on sexuality and intimacy, how this can often be detrimental to our health, and how we can take st…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi welcomes Dr. Maria Uloko back to the show to discuss everything you need to know about female genital mutilation (FGM). This episode dives into the devastating effects of FGM on a woman's physical and emotional health. Dr. Uloko shares her expertise to help unpack this tough subject, including the various types of F…
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Low sexual desire in married women is a topic we encounter a lot in our counseling office, and is more nuanced than you think. Licensed, professional counselors Sharon Wegman and Kayla Seader discuss the factors that contribute to lower sex drive, like gender roles, purity culture, unequal labor divisions in the home, pornography, and more. This ep…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi chats with Dr. Charu Ramaprasad about everything you need to know about intimacy after sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Dr. Charu Ramaprasad is an infectious diseases physician and during this discussion, she shares her expertise on everything from HIV to gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and herpes. Learn abou…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi welcomes Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson to discuss the often-overlooked postpartum period to dive into everything you need to know about the "4th trimester." Tune in as Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Toya explain the importance of refocusing on the physical, emotional, and mental changes that occur during this critical time. Dr. Toya…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by mental health and sex therapist Sarah Hunt, to discuss everything you need to know about empowering yourself after experiencing purity culture. Sarah shares her expertise and experience to help guide a conversation about what purity culture is and what it can do to our self-esteem, self-image, and even …
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Have you seen tons of posts on social media about narcissists, or people breaking off relationships with “toxic” people? In this episode, Sharon and Mandy break down concepts that have been popularized by pop psychology, like narcissism, gaslighting, abuse, trauma, and more to help bring clarity to what is true about these topics and what is not. F…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by California based Psychotherapist and Psycho-Oncologist, Dr. Sanjana Karim, to discuss everything you need to know about cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Dr. Karim shares her expertise on CBT for sexual dysfunction and trauma, while shining a light on the importance of emotional intimacy in sexual rel…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf wraps up a month-long focus on sex health 101, with a look at pain during intercourse, aka dyspareunia. Learn about the various causes of dyspareunia such as hormonal imbalances, nerve injuries, and pelvic floor dysfunction. Also, Dr. Sadaf sheds light on the crucial role of proper diagnosis, treatment, and emotional supp…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi continues our month-long deep dive and focus on sexual health, as she unpacks everything you need to know about orgasms. What exactly constitutes an orgasm? What types of orgams do women experience as opposed to men? Why do understanding anatomy, relationships, and mental health issues influence our ability to orgas…
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In this episode I am thrilled to be speaking with the hugely talented Marina Carr – winner of multiple international awards, a member of Aosdána and regarded by many as Ireland's leading playwright. Marina delves deep into the power behind the characters she creates and her writing approach, as well as fascinating insights on how she views history,…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi continues our focus on sexual health this month, with a look at everything you need to know about intimacy coaching and sensate focus. Find out why intimacy coaching can be so beneficial for not only relationships, but also, understanding your own body. Dr. Sadaf explains how a basic understanding of the body and ph…
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Pop psychology can encompass any psychological concept, diagnosis, theory, etc, that has been popularized in mainstream media. You might have seen some of the following terms on social media: narcissism, toxicity, gaslighting, triggers, codependency, abuse, or more. In part one, Sharon Wegman (MA, NCP, LPC) and Mandy talk about the rise of pop psyc…
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On this first episode of a special month focused on spotlighting specific and underdiscussed sexual health topics, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi breaks down everything you need to know about vaginismus. Find out why it is so important to break the stigmas associated with vaginismus, the different types of therapies and modalities someone can use, and the multitu…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi welcomes filmmaker Lina Lyte Plioplyte to discuss her new documentary, Periodical, and everything you need to know about the menstrual cycle. Find out what the "tampon tax" is, why Lina Lyte made this documentary to break stigmas and start a new conversation about the menstrual cycle, and why talking about menstruat…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by renowned Medical Oncologist, Dr. Avrum Bluming to discuss everything you need to know about menopause and estrogen. From the need for sex-specific research in medicine to common misconceptions, this episode dives deep into the significant steps being taken in women's health research. Tune in, take, note…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Sakina Jangbar to discuss everything you need to know about female sexuality in Pakistan. Dr. Jangbar shares her own experiences as a Pakistani woman and her expertise, to help break down the current state of female sexuality within Pakistan, and Pakistani culture. From the struggles, misconceptions…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi welcomes Dr. Laurie Mintz to discuss everything you need to know about becoming "cliterate." Dr. Mintz is a psychology professor and human sexuality expert who shares her expertise to discuss women’s genital anatomy and sexual pleasure, explain the pleasure gap between women and what being "cliterate" means. This is…
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Chronic illness impacts not only our physical health, but our mental health as well. The lifestyle changes, dietary changes, relational changes, and more can lead to feelings of isolation, depression, anxiety. Individuals can also go through traumatic experiences amidst those changes and during the process of diagnosis and treatment, which can lead…
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On this year-end special edition of the Muslim Sex Podcast, Dr. Lodhi is counting down our 10 most popular episodes of 2023! In case you missed any episodes this year, this special countdown will walk you through some of the most poignant topics discussed on the show this year. Also, Dr. Lodhi expounds upon each episode, giving more insight and gli…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi welcomes Dr. Irwin Goldstein to discuss everything you need to know about female sexual dysfunction and why sex hurts. Dr. Goldstein is an icon in field of sexual medicine and during this very special edition of the podcast, he shares his expertise to give you everything you need to know about female sexual dysfunct…
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On this, the 100th episode of The Muslim Sex Podcast, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Sameena Rahman to discuss everything you need to know about Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder (PGAD). PGAD is condition that often goes under-the-radar when it comes to media coverage or even on social media. Dr. Rahman shares her expertise to put a spotlight o…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi goes over everything you need to know about female sexual dysfunction. This mini crash course on the basics of female sexual dysfunction includes everything from the proper definition of female sexual dysfunction, how it gets diagnosed, treated, and why there is always hope for patients experiencing these difficulti…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Nazanin Moali to discuss everything you need to know about rekindling the passion and romance in a long-term relationship. Dr. Moali is a psychologist, a consultant, and a researcher based in southern California, as well as the host of the Sexology Podcast and throughout the episode, she shares her …
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Vivian Asamoah to discuss everything you need to know about gastrointestinal disease and how it can affect intimacy and relationships. During this conversation Dr. Asamoah shares her expertise on preventative, diagnostic, and therapeutic solutions for GI disease. There is a plethora of information o…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi welcomes Dr. Megan Melo to discuss everything you need to know about being intentional, mindful, and taking control of your own narrative. When burnout and toxic perfectionism rear their ugly heads into our busy lives, they can often times take over. During this discussion, Dr. Lodhi and Dr. Melo talk about ways to …
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi welcomes Cordelia Gaffar, aka "The Ultimate-Joy Goddess," to discuss everything you need to know about Tantra. If you are curious about Tantra or just want to know more about mindfulness practices, this episode is chalk full of tips, tricks, and anecdotes you won't want to miss! Cordelia Gaffar is a holistic healing…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell to discuss everything you need to know about creating intimacy in a relationship and how to "spice things up!" This discussion not only features some incredible stories from Dr. Stockwell on how she's helped couples solve their own intimacy puzzles, but it also has a ton of tips,…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Vineka Heeramun to discuss everything you need to know about depression and how it can affect intimacy. Dr. Heeramun is based in Utah and has a background in treating an array of mental health illnesses that can be considered treatment resistant. During this conversation, she shares her expertise to…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown to discuss everything you need to know about sleep. Dr. Lodhi and Dr. Afolabi-Brown dive right in on this important topic and its effects on everything from sex, intimacy, energy, and so much more. Find out how and why lack of sleep can cause so many health issues, and more impor…
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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joined by Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed to discuss everything you need to know about pelvic floor dysfunction and painful sex. Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed, DO is a board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician. and during this discussion, she shares her expertise to discuss the overlooked importance of the pelvic floo…
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