Resources
A curated place to begin when you want thoughtful reading, podcasts, research opportunities, or referral links related to sex therapy, sexual health, relationships, and shame.
These links are offered for education and orientation. They are not psychotherapy, clinical advice, diagnosis, or a substitute for therapy with a qualified professional.
If you are looking for therapy with Michelle, start with the therapy inquiry path rather than sending private health details through a general resource link.
Start Here
The resources below are grouped by use, so you can choose the kind of support or learning you need today.
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For self-guided learning
Educational writing and guided resources for understanding sex, shame, pleasure, communication, and relationship dynamics.
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For listening and orientation
Podcasts and public conversations that translate sex therapy ideas into accessible, non-clinical language.
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For referral and research paths
Directories, research opportunities, and sexual health organizations that may help you find the right next step.
Self-guided learning
Learn More About Sex, Shame, And Relationships
Michelle keeps a larger public education resource list through GETSOME INC., her separate sexual health education company.
GETSOME programs, podcast episodes, and educational resources are not psychotherapy services and are separate from Michelle’s private practice.
Listening and orientation
Podcasts And Conversations
These listening resources can help you hear sexual-health and relationship topics discussed in plain language.
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GETSOME Podcast with Michelle Fischler
Michelle hosts conversations about sexual health, relationships, shame, pleasure, and communication from a sex-education lens.
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Sex and Psychology with Dr. Justin Lehmiller
Research-informed conversations about sex, relationships, psychology, desire, communication, and sexual well-being.
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Where Should We Begin with Esther Perel
Real conversations with couples and individuals that illuminate relationship patterns, conflict, longing, repair, and intimacy.
Research opportunities
Participate In Sexual Health Research
Sex research depends on people who are willing to share their experiences in structured research settings. If you choose to participate, review the study details, consent process, privacy terms, and eligibility requirements directly with the research team.
Sexual Health And Referral Resources
A short list of organizations, information hubs, and lower-cost therapy search paths that may be useful for clients, clinicians, or people waiting for care.
- Sex & UCanadian sexual health information.
- SHAPE: Sexual Health And Genito-Pelvic PainEducation and resources related to genito-pelvic pain.
- The National Vulvodynia AssociationInformation and support for vulvodynia and related pain conditions.
- The Menopause SocietyEducation and clinician search tools related to menopause.
- Women’s HIV/AIDS InitiativeOntario-based sexual health and HIV-related education and support.
- Society for the Scientific Study of SexualityProfessional organization for sex research, education, and practice.
- Affordable Therapy NetworkA search path for lower-cost therapy in Canada.
- Find A Student TherapistA search path for student therapists and supervised lower-cost care.
Need More Support?
If you are considering therapy, you can read what to expect first or email Michelle with a brief therapy inquiry. Please do not include detailed personal health information in an initial email.