Shanna the Sex Therapist

03/06/2026

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02/13/2026

Research Participants Needed!

Help contribute to human sexuality research and student learning by taking part in an anonymous online survey. Must be aged 18+ and be able to take the survey in English or Spanish.

The survey is 10-30 minutes long—the exact length depends on how many questions are relevant for your identities and experiences. You don’t have to finish it all at once. Questions ask about many different topics, including sexual desire, communication, and satisfaction, gender and sexual identities, physical and mental health, and experiences related to sexual assault. My part of the research focuses on gender euphoria and sexual wellbeing.

Survey responses will be used for class learning purposes in graduate research courses at Widener University and may be used by students and professors in future publications and presentations.

For each completed survey, we will donate $1 to your choice of three charities (Black Mental Health Alliance, Gender Justice League, or RAINN). Though more than 1000 people may take the survey, we only have the budget to donate a total of $1000. Find out more and participate here: https://tinyurl.com/ClassWellbeingSurvey

Participation is completely voluntary. Widener University IRB has approved the solicitation of participants for this study ( #833-26, expires 01/30/2027). Email faculty investigator (Dr. Brooke Wells: bewells@widener.edu) with any questions.

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02/09/2026

How have you engaged with rest today?

01/28/2026

01/23/2026

Several warming centers across Delmarva will be open in the coming days to provide shelter from dangerously cold temperatures.

01/21/2026

Being snowed in can be a wonderfully intimate occasion! Make sure that your sexual health is considered as you plan for the upcoming snowy weekend!

01/06/2026

In 2020, I really leaned into my plant lady era (as did many other folks during that time). My plant collection has expanded quite a bit since that time as has my knowledge of plant care. This morning as I was sitting next to my plants and gazing out the window beyond, I found myself longing for spring...wishing to see the rest of the world emerging in shades of green with bright floral accents. And then I spotted it.

Under my plant bench sits a pot of dirt. At least that's what it looks like on first impression. But if you look closer, you can see the emergence of a small green shoot. Nestled in that soil is a bulb from 2025 preparing for its entrance into the warm spring.

January is month of renewal, rest, and quiet growth. While the outside world appears to be cold and bland, there is work being done at a pace that is accessible and not always noticed. Visible production and growth does not equate to value or effort. If you resonate with cold and sleepy winter, be kind to yourself and honor the season you are in 💙

12/30/2025

What most people do not know is that joy takes effort. It isn't going to just spontaneously emerge (as much as we wish that were the case). Strengthening our connections to ourselves, our purpose, our values, and our communities is what allows joy to blossom.

12/12/2025

visit www.ShannaStaples.com to learn more about how therapy can help you to rediscover joy and connection!

12/03/2025

Happy Wellness Wednesday!

How have you shown up for yourself today?

11/01/2025

3 Sliding scale appointment slots will be available this month. To find out more about this option, schedule a free 15-minute video consultation at www.shannastaples.com.

10/28/2025

There will be 3 sliding scale appointment slots available beginning in November! For more details, visit www.shannastaples.com to schedule a free 15-minute video consultation!