Featured in “She Knows” Magazine
By: Alyssa Morterud Our founder and director of Respark, Heather McPherson was interviewed for She Knows magazine about the incorporation of ethical non-monogamy into relationships.She Knows is a magazine geared toward mothers that provide “women holistically with the most relevant health and lifestyle coverage.” (https://www.sheknows.com/about-us/) If you’re unfamiliar with the vocabulary surrounding ethical non-monogamy,…
Mckenna’s Favorite Parts of Telehealth Therapy
“Telehealth has completely changed how both the general public and practitioners think of talk therapy. We live in an ever-changing technological world and therapy has evolved along with it. While telehealth is just as powerful as in person therapy, it’s more efficient and easier to access for many clients. Clients no longer have to worry…
Practice Outside the Lines Podcast | Episode 1
In partnership with Practice Outside the Lines and Sexual Health Alliance, we are excited to introduce to you a podcast all about the business of sexual health! Respark’s very own, Heather McPherson, is the host of the Practice Outside the Lines Podcast where she interviews some of the people who are working at the…
Combating Negative Body Image
By Robyn Flores, MS, LMFT-A, LPC-C For many individuals, having a negative perception of their own personal body image is a constant struggle. It can be exhausting. Here are four strategies to try in moments when you may be experiencing unhelpful thoughts around body image: Gain awareness: What unhelpful thoughts are you having about your…
Video: Get to know Robyn Flores
As of September of 2020, Robyn Flores is one of Respark’s newest therapists! Watch as our Intake Coordinator & Clinical Manager, Taylor Spaziani, learns more about how Robyn came to specialize in sex therapy, what makes her unique, two ways you can “respark” your sex life, and much more. Robyn is also trained in eating…
Video: Get to know Katie Green
Our very own Respark Intake Coordinator & Clinical Manager, Taylor Spaziani, sits down with Respark Therapist, Katie Green, and gets to know her on a more personal level. Learn about Katie’s bucket list items, favorite books and podcasts, and even get some of her advice for those of you looking into becoming a sex…
Last Respark Support Group | 5.12.20
In our last Respark support group, we discussed how we can continue to maintain and strengthen our mental health as we prepare to face the unknown of what lies ahead for the year of 2020. We are unsure at this point how long this pandemic is going to stick around for, and what that’s going…
Respark Support Group #5 | 4.28.20
During this week’s support group, we discussed sexual well being during the pandemic. Upon discussion with our participants, it seems obvious that half of us are experiencing a spike in our sexual desire, while the other half of us are experiencing some serious lows. Justin Lehmiller discusses the science and research around why the pandemic…
Video: Get to know Vielca McBride
Sit down with our very own Respark Intake Coordinator & Clinical Manager, Taylor Spaziani, as she learns more about Respark Therapist, Vielca McBride! Vielca shares with us how she’s wanted to be in the sex therapy field ever since she was a little girl, what you can expect from your first session with her and…
Malia Scott’s Favorite Parts of Telehealth Coaching
Malia Scott is one of our worldwide coaches and soon to be our Denver, CO therapist! Malia knows that transitioning to an online format has been difficult for us all, but she has found some amazing silver linings along the way. Malia says, “My favorite thing about online telehealth/telecoaching is the accessibility and comfort for…