Sex can be a source of stress, excitement, confusion, and self-exploration. On top of that, sex can be one of the most taboo topics to talk about. Creating a culture that celebrates mental health, emotional fitness, and human connection means not shying away from the things we've been taught to keep hush-hush.

In this live Q&A, licensed therapist Karin Gold invites you to pull back the curtains (or should we say sheets 😉) by answering your questions on all things sex: Sex with one partner, sex with multiple partners, sex with yourself, porn, kink & BDSM, sexting, consensual non-monogamy, dirty talk, pillow talk — the options are endless!

Questions like:

• Is it realistic to be with one partner for the rest of your life?
• What if I prefer masturbation to partnered sex?
• Is it okay to be “vanilla?”
• How would I even tell my partner I want to open up our relationship?
• If I’m straight, does watching gay porn mean I’m gay?
• Why do people want to be dominated?

Bring your curiosity and a solid dose of humor.

This event is inclusive and open to all gender identities, sexual orientations, and definitions of partnerships. <3

Who's leading this Q&A? Karin Gold, LMFT ✨

Karin Gold is a licensed therapist and Emotional Fitness Instructor at Coa, where she uses her background in clinical psychology to make mental health accessible, personal, and engaging. Karin has worked with hundreds of people across multiple demographics, specializing in cross-cultural dynamics, interpersonal effectiveness, group process, and facilitation. Passionate about the deep and ongoing work of therapy and emotional fitness, Karin also acknowledges it thrives best in the light of humor, genuine human connection, and artistic expression — values she is committed to practicing every day.

In an attempt to answer as many questions as possible, Karin will share responses based on popular themes and most frequently asked questions. While you may not see your specific question, keep your eyes and ears peeled for themes that relate to your personal experience.