Natasha Helfer

Join host Bill Reel as he engages in an enlightening conversation with Natasha Helfer, a Mental Health & Sex Therapist. They explore vulnerability, authenticity, and post religious sexuality. Topics include navigating relationships beyond religious constraints, rediscovering intimacy, and overcoming challenges in post religious sexual exploration.

Natasha Helfer, a licensed marriage and family therapist and a certified sex therapist, dives into the complex question of whether body count matters. She discusses how societal norms enforce gendered shame and the harm of quantifying sexual experiences. Natasha emphasizes the need to redefine sex beyond just intercourse, promoting solo sexuality and pleasure. She also explores the impact of religious trauma on sexual development and encourages a shift from quantity to quality in sexual relationships, focusing on ethics and mutual growth.

Alyssa Whitbeck, a former Mormon and mother, joins marriage and family therapist Natasha Helfer to discuss the Mormon Church's recent revision of its controversial polygamy lesson for children. They explore the criticism that spurred these changes, emphasizing the importance of age-appropriate education. The guests unpack the implications of teaching about polygamy and the historical context surrounding Joseph Smith and his wives. They highlight the need for transparency in religious teachings to promote healthy understanding among youth.