Owner and Founder of Affirming Therapy Center:Affirming Therapy Center is a small and growing group practice that specializes in Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) (including LGBTQ, kink, fetish, polyamory/ swingers/ consensual non-monogamy, monogamous couples, and adult industry professionals). Our team of Sex-Positive clinicians have additional training in couples therapy (using Emotionally Focused Therapy) and in sexual health.Clinical Supervisor: I currently supervise two pre-licensed Associates (one AMFT and one ASW). Both of my Associates also specialize in GSRD – one has a particular interest and training in Gender and in Consensual Non-Monogamy/Polyamory, and the other is pursuing AASECT certification as a Sex Educator and Sex Therapist. Clinician: I have a passion for helping people live more fulfilling lives, both within themselves andwithin their relationship(s). I specialize in helping my clients cope with anxiety,depression, grief and loss, relationship and intimacy issues, sexual health, andlarger life changes, challenges and transitions. www.AffirmingTherapyCenter.com

Conducted research, collected data, wrote, edited, and published this book with Routledge Taylor and Francis Publishing. Nominated for the DSREI Book Awards 2022Synopsis: Based on original research from nearly 1,600 women from the kink community, this book takes you on a journey into the motivations, meanings, and benefits of kink, in these women’s own words.Women and Kink presents a diverse range of personal and intimate stories about life, love, relationships, kink, sex, self-discovery, growth, resilience, community, and more. The book offers insight into the breadth of the kink community, with chapters discussing different aspects of kink and forms of engagement, both individually and within relationships. Filled throughout with personal vignettes and examples, the authors provide commentary, reflection questions, and thought-provoking considerations to readers who are looking to explore a new area of their life.Review:"This book contributes to the literature by discussing interesting and groundbreaking research on kink in WOMEN, an understudied population. It provides a window into a world that is often misunderstood and mischaracterized. This is a great read for any therapist by illuminating the experiences and giving voice to the women who engage in kink behaviors." ―Rose Hartzell-Cushanick, PhD, EdS, LMFT, AASECT-certified Sex Therapist Supervisor at San Diego Sexual Medicine and Adjunct Professor at San Diego State University, CA, USAFor more information about this project, please visit www.WomenAndKinkTheBook.comTo pre-order, copy/paste the following URL:https://www.routledge.com/Women-and-Kink-Relationships-Reasons-and-Stories/Rehor-Schiffman/p/book/9780367187736

Board of Directors for the California Association of Marriage & Family Therapist, San Diego Chapter. This association is dedicated to representing and making advancements in the field of Marriage & Family Therapy for the state of California. Our Board of Directors also acts as leaders within our community, providing clinical support to other Marriage & Family Therapists in our San Diego chapter.As the Membership Chair, my role is to manage the San Diego Chapter membership. Duties include: - Recruit new members - Manage member inquiries, renewals, member roster, information, and email lists - Provide members with membership verification - Host two Membership Appreciation events per year

Program: California School of Professional Psychology; Marriage and Family TherapyCourse: Sex Therapy

Conduct couples therapy, marriage counseling, pre-marital / cohabitation / dating counseling, and individual therapy. Specializing in sexuality issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and personal growth. Couples counseling using Emotionally Focused Therapy.Supervised by John McConnell, Ph.D., MFT (PSY 10673, MFC 23675)

Provide individual therapy and couples counseling to male and female clients with substance abuse problems and a variety of co-occurring disorders such as Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Dysthymia, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Administer assessments and collaborate with clients to create treatment plans. Co-facilitate Sexual Health in Recovery class and Anger Management process group. Provide crisis management and outreach services at the VVSD Winter Shelter.

Course: Variations in Human Sexuality• Provide administrative support for the upper-division class• Work with more than 700 students per semester, assist with course-related questions• Coordinate and manage 8-12 undergraduate Teaching Assistants• Conduct exam review sessions and grade papers