Madeleine Downey
Licensed sex therapist and coach specializing in embodiment, desire, and relational dynamics who contributes expert insights on erotica, desire, and therapeutic approaches; co-founder of Inner Compass Academy (as referenced in episode resources).
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Apr 6, 2026 • 56min
Erotica, Aliveness, and the Truth About Desire
Vanessa Bennett, author and therapist focused on motherhood, relationships, and embodiment. Madeleine Downey, licensed sex therapist and coach specializing in desire and embodiment. They reframe erotica as aliveness and presence. They discuss how safety and social conditioning shape intimacy. They explore why desire changes in long-term relationships and the role of embodiment in staying connected to self and others.
