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The Importance of Discussing Sexual Health After Cancer Treatment

November 28, 2015 by Alexzandria Baker

ACEF-couple-hugging-discussing-sexual health after cancer treatmentIt is surprising that the care teams of couples facing cancer rarely bring up sexual health during or after cancer treatment.

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Getting Your Groove Back: Sex, Stress, Body Image Issues and Cancer

January 28, 2015 by Werner Absenger

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Join us for the Getting Your Groove Back: Sex, Stress, Body Image Issues, and Cancer series in Spring Lake, MI.

“Getting Your Groove Back” is an 8-session Sexual Wellness Enhancement & Enrichment Training Program for survivors.

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Filed Under: Articles, Group Support Programs, Sexual Health Programs, Sexuality & Cancer

Loving and Living with Prostate Cancer Workshop

January 26, 2015 by Werner Absenger

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Join us in Spring Lake, Michigan for the Loving and Living with Prostate Cancer Workshop

Survivors of prostate cancer often struggle to regain their quality of life. Intimacy can be a significant obstacle.

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Alex’s Focus: Sexuality Education for Cancer Survivors

October 19, 2014 by Werner Absenger

Alex integrates mind-body skills and spirituality to form a base for healthy relationships, intimate connection, sexual healing and sexuality education.

Alexzandria Baker, Clinical Sexologist, MS, Ph.D(c).

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Alexzandria Baker, M.S., Ph.D(c).:  Relationship & Intimacy Coach

http://holisticsexualwellness.com/

As a Certified Professional Sex Coach and Relationship & Intimacy Counselor, Alexzandria Baker specializes in holistic sexual wellness and sexuality education.

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Alex Baker: Intimacy and Sexual Wellness Counseling

October 6, 2014 by Werner Absenger

Alexzandria-baker-intimacy-relationship-coach-absenger-cancer-education-foundationAlexzandria’s Biography

Doctor Alexzandria specializes in Humanistic, Existential, and Transpersonal Psychology at Saybrook University.

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Women with Cancer Thwart Vaginal Dryness Using Personal Lubricants

April 28, 2014 by Alexzandria Baker

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What is the difference between vaginal lubrication, moisturizer, and estrogen cream?

Last month, I had the honor of speaking to a wonderful group of women with cancer at Gibbs Cancer Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina. During that talk, an interesting question came up: What is the difference between vaginal lubrication, moisturizer, and estrogen cream? When and why would each be used? This is an important question for women with cancer because different types of cancer or cancer treatments can cause vaginal dryness, skin irritation, and estrogen sensitivity. In this post I will give a brief explanation of each of these products and when or why women might use them.

**This is not a substitution for medical advice for women with cancer. Please consult your doctor with any questions.** [Read more…]

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Sexual Wellness During and After Cancer Treatment

March 12, 2014 by Alexzandria Baker

Sexual Wellness During Cancer Treatment

Even in the best of circumstances, it can be difficult to discuss intimate concerns with one’s medical providers.

This blog entry is the first in a monthly series aimed at addressing some of the concerns around sexual wellness during and after cancer treatment. This is in no way meant to replace medical advice or psychological therapy. Always discuss with your medical support team any alternative therapies you might be incorporating into your treatment and recovery.

Sexual wellness is a journey, not a destination. Never is that more important to remember than when we hit a rough patch in the road. Cancer can be a major pothole in that road. Every person reacts differently to the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and of course there are many different types of cancer, each with its own set of challenges. Some may find that cancer and its treatment have no impact whatsoever on their journey toward sexual wellness. Others may feel completely broken down and stranded in the middle of nowhere. [Read more…]

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