Dr. Liz Powell

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Dr. Liz Powell

I'm a psychologist, speaker, author, & coach who believes that Great S*x can change the world!

I'm a psychologist who works with people who feel like the regular dating world doesn't fit for them. I help my clients learn how to tap into their authentic selves to create relationships that are their unique perfect fit and that make them feel worthy and deserving of love exactly how they are. There are no right or wrong relationship styles, just ones that work for us or don't. I am also a decorated veteran with 5 years service as an Army Psychologist and one tour in Afghanistan. In work with clients, I am q***r, non-monogamy, and kink-affirming. My approach to therapy and coaching is highly strengths based and values centering the client's needs and goals. I combine techniques from CBT, mindfulness, and evidence based therapies to create a customized treatment plan optimized for each client. Most of all, I love working with those who consider themselves outsiders, burners, q***rdos, misfits, and badasses.

10/26/2025

If you know me, you already know I believe that great sechs can change the world...but it only works if you can actually talk about it!

Better, hotter, more satisfying sechs starts with communication. (Shocking, I know. A therapist telling you to talk more? Groundbreaking. 😉)

That’s why I created "Let's Talk About Sechs," a totally FREE guide with the 4 key communication skills you need for the kind of connection that makes you melt.

Get all the information you need to get your needs met here: https://vist.ly/4bsxj ✨

10/25/2025

Do you ever feel like your needs are "too much"? Or that you're always the one initiating? Or feel like you're afraid to ask for more, even though you want it? 🤔

I get it. Communicating what you want in a relationship can feel very vulnerable.

In this week's video, I go over:
💜 what desire actually means to you
💜 how to communicate those needs
💜 how to know if you're having a communication issue, or a compatibility one

You don’t have to beg for intimacy or silence yourself to keep the peace. You deserve hot, satisfying relationships.

For more on my thoughts on how to express your needs clearly, kindly, and with your whole damn self still intact, watch my latest video below:
🔗 https://vist.ly/4br7t

10/23/2025

Do you feel awkward when you talk about what you want in the bedroom? Or maybe you feel like you kill the mood whenever you try to reach a new agreement?

If you answered yes, I've got you covered! I love helping people have the greatest, hottest sechs of their dreams. 🔥

If you want to have sizzling scenes in the bedroom, it starts by opening your mouth...to communicate! 😉

Join my Nasty, Naughty, Negotiation course to learn how to turn conversations about what you want into steamy foreplay, and how and when to exchange feedback with your partner. It's entirely online and self-paced!

Use the link below to get the course!

🔗 https://vist.ly/4bifc

10/21/2025

When I started writing Building Open Relationships, I knew I wanted to make something that was accessible to anyone who wanted to practice ethical non-monogamy. I wanted a road map that people could read as they needed it, with practical tips and worksheets to work through problems as they popped up.

Since Building Open Relationships was published in 2018 (where did all the time go?!?!) I love seeing just how much it has helped people. I’m so glad that folks find the information helpful in building the strong, healthy relationships they deserve! 💜

If you're looking for an accessible road map to ethical non-monogamy, Building Open Relationships is available wherever you get your books! Use the link below to get your copy! 📚

🔗 https://vist.ly/4b99m

10/19/2025

If your relationship leaves you feeling perpetually confused, something is wrong. Full stop.

Look, when a relationship is healthy, there’s no room for confusion to grow. Our partner tells us what we need to know. We know where we stand with them.

But if our partner isn’t telling us what we need to know or lying to us, we can’t make informed decisions about the relationship. We’re going to feel confused because we aren’t on the same page.

If you don’t know where you stand with your partner, if they’re lying to you or omitting things, it’s time to either change your situation or the relationship.

You deserve relationships that make you feel good! You deserve connections that are healthy and based on clear communication! 💜

10/17/2025

Last month, I was quoted in Psychology Brief on misconceptions about therapy. The most common thing I see is that some folks expect their therapist to "fix" them, or that showing up to therapy is all it takes for things to change.

If those are your expectations, you're in for a rude awakening! 👀 Therapy is something that you actively have to participate in.

Your therapist isn't the one "fixing" you; they're the ones giving you the building blocks for you to "fix" yourself. 💜

10/16/2025

If anything from the last 8 months has made anything clear, it’s that we have to find a way to move forward while holding empathy for people who don’t have access to clear and true information, AND still hold them accountable for the harm they cause based on that information.

I don’t believe in treating every single conservative as disposable, yet we can’t ignore the choices they are making. It’s a really tough thing to hold, and I don’t have all the answers, but I know that I’ll be trying.

I don’t know what the next months or years will look like, but I’m going to continue to be q***r and authentic! I also know that it's through building our community that we get through this. 💜

10/13/2025

October is National Kink Month! What better way is there to celebrate than by planning to attend a kink event? 😉 Kink events are a wonderful way to meet new people, pick up new toys, and learn about sechsual wellness.

Attending your first event can be overwhelming and nerve-wracking. I promise these events are almost always scarier in your head than in real life. I've compiled this list of my favorite tips to help you enjoy yourself and have a memorable experience!

For more in-depth explanations and tips, you can watch my YouTube video, which I filmed with my friend, Rebecca, where we share everything we've learned through attending events! 💜

🔗 https://vist.ly/4ab3x

10/11/2025

October 11th is National Coming Out Day! So, hello, I'm Dr. Liz, and I use they/them pronouns and identify as non-binary and bis*xual. While I am comfortable with who I am now, my journey with my sechsuality and identity wasn't always easy.

I felt constricted by she/her pronouns, but I also didn't feel fully masculine. I wanted the freedom to explore the fluidity of gender. I wanted all of the genders.

Similarly, with my sechsuality, I always knew I liked boys, but I also really liked gay boys, girls, and gender non-conforming folks!

Finding the labels of bis*xual and non-binary really helped me find a label that reflected how I felt inside, and I could express myself to the world.

So, if you haven't come out yet or you haven't found the language to express yourself, don't feel pressured to do so or find a label that doesn't make you feel good. For some folks, it's easy; for the rest of us, it's a journey.
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10/10/2025

Just a reminder that I have a new monthly Q&A date! Things in my life have been a little chaotic, to say the least, and this date worked out a lot better for me! I hope it does for you, too. 💜

Join me this afternoon, over on IG at 11 am PT/1 pm CT/2 pm ET, where I'll be answering all your questions about sechs, relationships, and more!

If you can't join today, make sure you catch the replay sometime this week, or join my Patreon, where ALL past Q&As are archived!

Interested to know what we'll be talking about? 👀 Here's the first question: How can I tell if I’m the toxic one?

10/08/2025

You’re allowed to have thoughts. You’re allowed to fantasize about things that are taboo. Your mind is your own.

Now, we absolutely should have lines and boundaries about some things in real life. Especially things that would cause harm to others or disregard consent.

But I don’t think it’s productive to make all these rules for what you imagine in your own head. Fantasy does not equal real life! 🙌

10/07/2025

This is your friendly reminder that you should always be working toward using people's correct pronouns! It's a simple way to show people that you acknowledge them. I know for myself that finding the language that best described how I felt was its own journey, and it is still very invalidating when I get misgendered to this day.

If you aren't sure of someone's pronouns, ASK THEM! 🙌

If you want to show off your pronouns, my merch store has stickers, hoodies, and more, so you can let the people around you know how to address you! Just click the link below and select "Q***r & Kinky Merch"

I use they/them pronouns! What about you?

🔗 https://vist.ly/49mdj

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I’m a psychologist and coach, currently licensed in California (PSY 27871) and Oregon (PSY 3068), who likes to take a caring yet upfront approach to therapy. I have experience treating a variety of concerns, from sleep issues to relationship problems to anxiety and depression. My passion lies with treating underserved populations and I look forward in particular to working with the LGBTQ, Kink/BDSM, and Polyamory/Open Relationship/Swinger population. Whether you are struggling with something minor, looking for a life-approach overhaul, or wanting to tune up your relationship, I can offer you help on your own schedule. I offer office hours outside of the usual 9-5 weekday schedule.