Meet Your Coach
Mandy Hart
I think a big reason sex has always been so interesting to me is because I discovered self-pleasure at a very young age. I was so young, I didn't even know what sex was. But, I knew it felt good to have orgasms, and I loved having them.
I would stay up late watching Loveline with Dr. Drew and Adam Carolla, Real Sex on HBO, and Talk Sex with Sue. I became fascinated with all aspects of sex. I discovered porn at a young age and found it so intriguing. I wanted to learn about it, not just watch it.
In my high school public speaking class, I chose an infamous porn star as the subject for a biographical speech. In my undergraduate public speaking class, I argued for using condoms for my persuasive speech. I also regularly posted sex tips in the bathroom stalls of a sorority house just for fun.
Learning and talking about sex has always been an interest of mine. But, it went from fun to serious when I found out I had genital herpes (Type 1) just before my 22nd birthday. It was a huge learning experience and really opened my eyes to many things I had taken for granted. Things like STI testing (eg. herpes isn't included on a standard panel), the stigmatization of STIs (hoo boy, it's bad), and just how important communication is in relationships. It was this event that turned me towards Public Health and Sexual Health Education.
Helping people with sex and relationships is something I've been doing for a long time. Becoming a Certified Somatica Sex and Relationship Coach was a natural next step for me in my career, as it allows me to really share what I love. Orgasms. You get an orgasm! And you get an orgasm! And you get an orgasm! We all get orgasms! 🙌 😊
BA from The University of Texas at Austin, 2009
Major in French, Minor in Biology
MPH from The University of Colorado, 2012
Concentration in Community and Behavioral Health with a special interest in Sexual Health Education and Programing
Certification in Sexology from the Somatica® Institute, 2025
Sex and Relationship Coaching/Counseling
The American Board of Sexology, 2025
Certified Sexologist
The American Board of Sexology, 2025
Certified Holistic Sexologist
With a mother who worked as an RN for an OBGYN, I was exposed to matters of sexual health starting at a young age. My first experience in the field was at their clinic when I was still in grade school.
As a part of my Master's program, I worked with a non-profit that helped African immigrants and refugees integrate into their new lives in America. I taught sexual health education and provided resources such as information and condoms to help encourage and promote safer sex.
I was also a part of a team that evaluated a text-based sexual health education program in the Boys And Girls Clubs of America. The program provided information about general health as well as safer sex practices. It also promoted body-positivity and sought to empower young adults to advocate for themselves, especially when it came to their sexual health.
After my graduate program, I spent 2 years working as a research coordinator in one of the world's top respiratory hospitals. I interviewed people living with chronic disease and their caregivers (most often their spouses/partners).
Much of our research was focused on quality of life, so I inquired about their lives before and after their diagnosis. What made their days good? Bad? Unsurprisingly, the topic of sex came up often. I learned a lot about how chronic illness affects relationships, both physically and mentally.
I'll help you set realistic goals and identify the steps needed to reach those goals, which can be done on an individual level, relationship level, or even a group and community level.
Together, we'll work towards these goals using practical and accessible methods and tools.
Simply put:
I'll help you figure out what you really desire and need, what's stopping or holding you back, and what you can do to get your needs met.
I can't promise you'll get everything you want, but I'll help you learn how to make the most out of what you have and develop the confidence to go after what you desire.
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Testimonials
Mandy helped me believe and know that sex is supposed to feel good and I deserve to feel pleasure. She helped give me the confidence to experiment sexually, which helped me relax. I was finally able to experience penetration without pain and even with great pleasure.
S. (33F)
Mandy helped me believe and know that sex is supposed to feel good and I deserve to feel pleasure. She helped give me the confidence to experiment sexually, which helped me relax. I was finally able to experience penetration without pain and even with great pleasure.
S. (33M)
I've opened up to Mandy about things I've never told anyone else. She's always understanding and non-judgmental, which makes me feel at ease. I trust her, and being able to share stuff that normally makes me uncomfortable has felt very liberating.
A. (23M)
It was really helpful for me to practice locating that feeling of being "safe in my body" while talking with Mandy. Social anxiety and isolation has been a big theme in my life, and it made a huge difference to actually work with someone compared to just trying things on my own or reading people's thoughts online.
C. (28NB)
Coach Mandy is very knowledgeable and has a unique gift for making me feel seen and understood. In every session, she shows up with care, compassion, and deep understanding. I always leave feeling lighter and grateful to have crossed paths with her. Her insight leaves a lasting impact. ♥️
F. (24F)
Mandy is extremely compassionate. I feel like it's obvious she's motivated to help people because of personal convictions about how to make the world safer.
K. (35F)
The change I see in myself after working with Mandy is nothing short of amazing. She remains instrumental in how I’ve come to treat myself and has redefined what it means to embrace my flaws, quirks and imperfections. I’m grateful to her for teaching me how to live life a bit more shamelessly and with more grace and compassion towards others and especially towards myself.
E. (23F)
Disclaimer
As a Certified Somatica® Sex & Relationship Coach and Certified Holistic Sexologist, I'm here to support you on your journey by teaching you how to connect your mind and body, access your core desires, deshamify your experience, and embrace your erotic energy. I am not a licensed therapist, marriage counselor, doctor, or other health care professional. I cannot give medical advice, and may refer you to a professional if I feel I'm beyond my capacity to serve you.
