Sex, trauma, and shame shape how many women experience intimacy, especially after motherhood with Darshana Avila

In this episode of EmotionAL Support, host Alessandra Torresani talks with Darshana Avila, sexological bodyworker, somatic healing practitioner, and intimacy coach featured on Netflix’s Sex, Love & Goop, about why so many women feel disconnected from pleasure, desire, and their own bodies.

This conversation explores:

    •    What sexological bodywork is and how it supports healing

    •    How trauma, dissociation, and nervous system regulation affect sex and intimacy

    •    Why women often lose desire in safe relationships

    •    Sex after motherhood and reclaiming confidence in your body

    •    The Madonna/Whore complex and sexual shame

    •    Consent, boundaries, and communication in relationships

    •    How somatic healing helps women feel present, empowered, and connected

    •    Why erotic energy is about life force, creativity, and self-confidence

This episode is for women navigating:

sexual healing, trauma recovery, motherhood identity shifts, dating, relationships, and reclaiming pleasure without shame or performance.

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Sex, trauma, and shame shape how many women experience intimacy, especially after motherhood with Darshana Avila

In this episode of EmotionAL Support, host Alessandra Torresani talks with Darshana Avila, sexological bodyworker, somatic healing practitioner, and intimacy coach featured on Netflix’s Sex, Love & Goop, about why so many women feel disconnected from pleasure, desire, and their own bodies.

This conversation explores:

    •    What sexological bodywork is and how it supports healing

    •    How trauma, dissociation, and nervous system regulation affect sex and intimacy

    •    Why women often lose desire in safe relationships

    •    Sex after motherhood and reclaiming confidence in your body

    •    The Madonna/Whore complex and sexual shame

    •    Consent, boundaries, and communication in relationships

    •    How somatic healing helps women feel present, empowered, and connected

    •    Why erotic energy is about life force, creativity, and self-confidence

This episode is for women navigating:

sexual healing, trauma recovery, motherhood identity shifts, dating, relationships, and reclaiming pleasure without shame or performance.

https://www.instagram.com/alessandratorresani

https://darshanaavila.com/

What if anxiety wasn’t something to fix… but something to welcome?

In this deeply grounding and unexpectedly joyful episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with acclaimed actor, teacher, and author Josh Pais (Joker, Ray Donovan, The Dropout) for a conversation that might just change the way you experience your emotions…forever.

Josh is the founder of the Committed Impulse Method and the author of Lose Your Mind, a powerful guide to transforming anxiety, overwhelm, and self-judgment into presence, creativity, and aliveness. Together, Alessandra and Josh explore why there are no “bad” emotions, how suppressing feelings disconnects us from ourselves (and others), and why learning to get out of our heads is the key to creative freedom whether you’re an actor, a parent, or just a human trying to survive modern life.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why anxiety is not the enemy and how it can become your superpower
• Josh’s 4 access points to instantly quiet the mind and return to presence
• The 7–12 second rule that helps emotions naturally move through the body
• How to raise emotionally literate kids without labeling feelings as “good” or “bad”
• Why creativity, parenting, acting, and healing all rely on the same skill: being here now
• What Josh learned working on Joker alongside Joaquin Phoenix and how staying in the unknown unlocks brilliance

Alessandra also opens up about living with anxiety, panic attacks, motherhood, and what presence feels like in both creative work and real life, making this episode a powerful listen for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in their own head.

This is not a conversation about “fixing” yourself.

It’s about remembering that it’s all good and that everything you feel is part of being alive.

🎙️ If you’re ready to lose your mind… and finally come home to yourself, this episode is for you.

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What if anxiety wasn’t something to fix… but something to welcome?

In this deeply grounding and unexpectedly joyful episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with acclaimed actor, teacher, and author Josh Pais (Joker, Ray Donovan, The Dropout) for a conversation that might just change the way you experience your emotions…forever.

Josh is the founder of the Committed Impulse Method and the author of Lose Your Mind, a powerful guide to transforming anxiety, overwhelm, and self-judgment into presence, creativity, and aliveness. Together, Alessandra and Josh explore why there are no “bad” emotions, how suppressing feelings disconnects us from ourselves (and others), and why learning to get out of our heads is the key to creative freedom whether you’re an actor, a parent, or just a human trying to survive modern life.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why anxiety is not the enemy and how it can become your superpower
• Josh’s 4 access points to instantly quiet the mind and return to presence
• The 7–12 second rule that helps emotions naturally move through the body
• How to raise emotionally literate kids without labeling feelings as “good” or “bad”
• Why creativity, parenting, acting, and healing all rely on the same skill: being here now
• What Josh learned working on Joker alongside Joaquin Phoenix and how staying in the unknown unlocks brilliance

Alessandra also opens up about living with anxiety, panic attacks, motherhood, and what presence feels like in both creative work and real life, making this episode a powerful listen for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in their own head.

This is not a conversation about “fixing” yourself.

It’s about remembering that it’s all good and that everything you feel is part of being alive.

🎙️ If you’re ready to lose your mind… and finally come home to yourself, this episode is for you.

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What if the way we talk to ourselves is shaping our kids, our relationships, and our entire nervous system?

In this powerful and deeply human episode of EmotionAL Support, I sit down with licensed therapist, author, and mental health educator Kati Morton to talk about the conversations we don’t have enough — perfectionism, parenting through mistakes, staying in unhealthy relationships, and why kids often blame themselves for things that were never their fault.

Kati breaks down mental health in a way that feels accessible, honest, and deeply relatable — from why perfectionism fuels negative self-talk, to how our physical and emotional health are inseparable, to the importance of letting children fail so they can actually grow.

We also dive into:
• Why sharing personal stories helps heal collective shame
• How to communicate big, hard things (like divorce) to kids
• The impact of words, labels, and apologizing as a parent
• Why women feel pressure to constantly prove their worth
• And how real emotional support from friends can change everything

This episode isn’t about having it all figured out — it’s about showing up human, breaking unhealthy patterns, and learning how to talk about emotions in a way that actually helps.

If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re “doing it right,” this conversation is for you.

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This week on EmotionAL Support, Alessandra sits down with Ipek Gray, creator of The Born Method and intuitive guide who helps people navigate major life and career transitions through the lens of their personal numbers.

This conversation dives deep into the patterns that quietly influence our career pivots, identity shifts, and the years that push us toward change.

Ipek explains how certain years invite flexibility, why entering a season with a rigid plan can block new possibilities, and how understanding your personal number can make confusing life changes feel intentional, empowering, and even exciting.

If you’re in a transition, feeling restless, or sensing a shift coming… this episode offers clarity, grounding, and the emotional support you didn’t know you needed.

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If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re doing enough for your neurodiverse child—or felt confused by their big emotions—this episode will soothe your nervous system and empower you.

Host Alessandra Torresani sits down with Sara Hartley, neurodivergent mom, mental health advocate, and creator of the Purposefully Me children’s book series, for a deeply validating conversation about raising neurodiverse kids with connection instead of control.

Sara opens up about her experience with ADHD, discovering early signs in her son, and how Echo Parenting helped her shift from fear and frustration to empathy and understanding. Together, they explore:

✨ Early intervention and what it really means
✨ Sensory processing differences in young kids
✨ Emotional regulation—for parents and children
✨ Finding community when you feel alone
✨ Why behavior is communication, not defiance
✨ The importance of neurodiversity representation in children’s books
✨ What every burnout-prone parent needs to hear

This is the episode every parent Googling “ADHD symptoms,” “sensory toddler,” or “how to parent with empathy” needs in their queue.

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In this powerful episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with Julee Gracey, author of Highly Confident, for a raw and inspiring conversation about confidence, emotional awareness, motherhood, and the courage to set boundaries.

Julee opens up about her journey — from growing up on a rural farm to becoming one of People Magazine’s “100 Most Beautiful,” walking international runways, and eventually stepping into her purpose as a coach, mother, and confidence mentor.

Together, Alessandra and Julee unpack:

✨ The emotional rollercoaster of motherhood

✨ How to build genuine, unshakeable confidence

✨ Why saying “no” is essential for mental health

✨ The power of empathy and emotional awareness

✨ The importance of finding a supportive community

This episode is for anyone craving more authenticity, connection, and confidence — whether you’re a parent, healing from self-doubt, or rediscovering who you are.

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Julee Gracey is a business coach, speaker, and author of HIGHLY CONFIDENT: Overcoming Self-Doubt, Apologizing Less, and Finally Living with Freedom. Previously, she was named to People Magazine’s “100 Most Beautiful,” walked international runways as a model in Milan, served as a briefcase model on NBC’s Deal or No Deal, and appeared as a TV host and FX sitcom star.

Today, she leverages that performance background along with two decades of business strategy and coaching experience to help entrepreneurs amplify their message, own their presence, and build businesses that thrive - on camera and off. She now blends the discipline of performance, the strategy of entrepreneurship, and the emotional intelligence of a mom-turned-mogul to guide clients toward growth with clarity, confidence, and conviction.

Her approach isn’t about “faking it till you make it” - it’s about developing authentic confidence, crafting intentional strategies, and building businesses that support the life you actually want. If Julee can transform a modeling career into a movement for impact-driven success, she knows her clients can too - and she’s on a mission to show them how.

Toddlerhood can feel like chaos — but it’s also a chance for deep connection and growth. Alessandra Torresani and parenting coach Devon Kuntzman break down what’s really happening in your child’s brain during tantrums, how to set limits around screen time, and how to stop feeling guilty when you’re not the “perfect” parent. Filled with practical tools from Devon’s new book Transforming Toddlerhood, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and ready to parent with confidence.

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In this heartfelt episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with educator and founder of All It Takes, Lori Woodley-Langendorff, to explore how emotional learning shapes the next generation. From raising actress Shailene Woodley in the entertainment industry to building resilience and confidence in kids, Alessandra and Lori dive into what it really means to raise emotionally intelligent children in today’s world. They share how parents can empower independence, teach emotional awareness, and create supportive environments that let kids thrive—while remembering that it’s never too late to grow together.

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In this empowering episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani and Adriana Mastronardi dive into the powerful connection between physical health, mental wellness, and motherhood.

They explore what it means to rediscover yourself after becoming a mom, embracing your femininity, strength, and confidence along the way. Adriana shares simple, science-backed strategies for building a foundation of wellness — from nutrition and hydration to strength training and self-care routines that fit real life.

The conversation also tackles mental health, protein and creatine for women, mindful eating, and the realities of weight loss medications, offering an honest, educational take on women’s health and empowerment.

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Whether you’re navigating postpartum changes or simply trying to reconnect with your best self, this episode reminds you that true self-care starts from within.