In this conversation, Whitni Miller interviews Cooper Stone, a queer non-binary somatic sex educator and certified sexological body worker. Cooper specializes in working with individuals exploring their sexual orientation, gender identity, and recovering from religious shame around physical intimacy. They discuss the concept of pleasure and how it can be found in various ways, not just through sexual experiences. Cooper explains the role of a somatic sex educator and the importance of savoring and integrating pleasurable experiences. They also delve into the work of deprogramming shame and the process of surrogate partner therapy, which involves building relational skills in a supported environment. The conversation explores the concept of surrogate partnering and the therapeutic goals involved. It emphasizes the importance of defining goals and tailoring the therapy to individual needs. The discussion also touches on the idea of queering sex and expanding the definition of what sex looks like. It highlights the role of anticipation, storytelling, and sensory exploration in creating pleasurable experiences. The conversation concludes with a mention of mindful erotic practice as a way to explore and discover what feels good. Cooper emphasizes the importance of connecting with our bodies and exploring pleasure. They suggest asking ourselves what would be pleasurable in the present moment and engaging in activities that bring us joy and sensations. Cooper also discusses the practice of masturbation coaching and how it incorporates mindfulness and self-awareness. They highlight the need to listen to our bodies and adapt our self-pleasure practices as our desires and preferences change over time. Cooper and Whitni also discuss the concept of trans phantoms and the ability to experience sensation in body parts that are not physically present.
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