Media Appearances
Dr. Leslie Worth, Owner and Founder of Worthwhile Therapy, was recognized as a 40 Under 40 honoree by Lake & Sumter Style Magazine, an award highlighting young professionals and business leaders making a meaningful impact in Lake County and Sumter County, Florida.
In this episode of the Style Podcast, hosts Lori and Shayne sit down with Dr. Leslie Worth, a Mount Dora-based marriage and sex therapist who was recently named one of Style Magazine’s 40 Under 40 honorees.
Dr. Worth shares her expertise on relationships, communication and sexual wellness while breaking down common myths and misconceptions. The conversation covers topics many people are curious about but don’t always feel comfortable discussing, offering practical insight and professional guidance in an open and approachable way.
Watch the full episode here!
Real Talk: Mind, Body, & Love Podcast
Join Dr. Worth with Dr. Kelly Frank, pelvic floor therapist, to learn more about how sex therapy and pelvic floor therapy complement each other. We discuss a wide range of topics, from anatomy to sexual dysfunction to creating healthy boundaries within relationships.
Episode 1: What is pelvic floor therapy? What is sex therapy? Dr. Kelly Frank and I introduce our practices and answer questions about pelvic health, sexual health, and relationship concerns.
Episode 2, Part 1: We dive into the basics of anatomy, focusing on body parts that are critical to sexual health and pelvic health. The importance of talking with your doctors and providers about sexual health.
Episode 2, Part 2: How to talk to kids about their body parts and educate them about sexual health in a developmentally appropriate manner. Dr. Kelly Frank walks us through the organs in the pelvic region.
Episode 3, Part 1: What is pelvic health? Exploring the clinical and physical pelvic health, challenging just because it’s typical/common doesn’t mean it’s normal/healthy. Exploring sexual pain and dysfunctions. Exploring the impact of purity culture messaging and other societal messages about sexuality.
Episode 3, Part 2: Exploring sexual expectations- what is normal? Discussing the impact that pornography has on intimacy and sexual expectations. Reviewing the changes that occur in sexual health during menopause, post-surgery, and other health issues.
Episode 4, Part 1: Sexual Desire vs. Sexual Pleasure, how do they differ? We discuss Emily Nagoski’s theory about focusing on sexual pleasure. We discuss what responsive desire is and how it can improve sexual intimacy. We dive into the role of orgasm within sexual experiences, is it a good measure of sexual satisfaction?
Episode 4, Part 2: We explore how to have effective communication with your partner about sexual needs and concerns. How to set healthy/appropriate expectations and boundaries for sexual health. What are brakes and accelerators to sexual intimacy? How to manage/navigate stress and guilt that negatively impacts sexual efforts.
Episode 5, Part 1: We take a deep dive into sexual pain and specific diagnoses: vulvadynia, vaginismus, and dyspareunia. What can cause these disorders and how to best manage the symptoms?
Episode 5, Part 2: How sex therapists and pelvic floor therapists address these issues and how together we build effective treatment plans. Dr. Kelly Frank reviews devices and tools that are used in pelvic floor therapy treatment.