Remember, it's only your body that's fragile. You are unbreakable.
-Rebecca Yarros, Author of Fourth Wing
Upcoming Speaking Events
Rare Disease Research Day & Fair
Disability and Ableism in Practice
Disability and Ableism in Practice
Oct 12-13, 2026
Children's Hospital of Colorado
Anschutz Medical Campus
Conference Center
13123 East 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
These events are designed to bring together the entire rare disease ecosystem—including patients, caregivers, researchers, clinicians, genetic counselors, industry partners, pharmaceutical leaders, payers, policymakers, and government officials—to learn, collaborate, and accelerate progress for the rare disease community.
Disability and Ableism in Practice
Disability and Ableism in Practice
Disability and Ableism in Practice
Oct 16, 2026
Everyone Deserves Sex Therapy
Virtual
This workshop grounds sex therapists in disability history and how ableism — cultural and clinical — shapes the therapy room. Attendees will trace the shift from medical to social/cultural models of disability, then explore how chronic illness, acquired disability, and medical trauma affect trust, body image, and intimacy in relationships.
The second half of this workshop turns inward, helping attendees spot and interrupt ableist assumptions in practice, leaving them with tools for a more affirming, disability-informed practice.
Past Speaking Events
Get Curious Get Creative Workshop
AAMFT Medical Family Therapy Intensive Conference
Get Curious Get Creative Workshop
September 8, 2026
Studio Friction
Denver, CO
Get Curious and Get Creative: Exploring the Intersections of Disability and Non-Monogamy
Mile High Love Fest 2026
AAMFT Medical Family Therapy Intensive Conference
Get Curious Get Creative Workshop
August 21-23, 2026
Denver, CO
Get Curious and Get Creative: Exploring the Intersections of Disability and Non-Monogamy
AAMFT Medical Family Therapy Intensive Conference
AAMFT Medical Family Therapy Intensive Conference
July 11th, 2026
University of Colorado- Denver
Beyond Hospital Walls: Navigating Medical Trauma in Intimate Relationships
Poly 201: Beyond Jealousy
July 11, 2026, at 10-12:30 PM
Cherry Creek, CO
Build emotional resilience in nonmonogamy: navigate conflict, communicate better, and grow through challenges.
Poly 101: Avoiding Common Pitfalls
July 6, 2026, at 6:30-9:00
Cherry Creek, CO
Curious about polyamory? Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and build relationships rooted in trust.
Self Love & Toys for Chronic Illness With Sam
Sexploratorium Denver
Unsure of how to pick the right sex toy? It's a huge commitment and one that you want to enjoy! Join us for a deep dive into finding accessible, safe, and fun toys!
Patient Panel
"Can you... do it? An Exploration of Sex and Disability
Sex Toys for Chronic Illness
I shared my lived experience with a rare disease with healthcare students. I discussed the emotional and systemic challenges of navigating chronic illness and the importance of compassionate, patient-centered care.
Sex Toys for Chronic Illness
"Can you... do it? An Exploration of Sex and Disability
Sex Toys for Chronic Illness
"Can you... do it? An Exploration of Sex and Disability
"Can you... do it? An Exploration of Sex and Disability
"Can you... do it? An Exploration of Sex and Disability
Relationships, Intimacy, and Socialization
Relationships, Intimacy, and Socialization
"Can you... do it? An Exploration of Sex and Disability
Self Care for Special Needs Parents
Relationships, Intimacy, and Socialization
Self Care for Special Needs Parents
Self-Care for Special Needs Caregivers is a workshop focused on helping caregivers prioritize their well-being while supporting loved ones with disabilities or complex needs. Participants learn practical strategies for managing stress, preventing burnout, and creating sustainable self-care routines while navigating the emotional and logistical demands of caregiving.
Sex Appeal on Wheels
Relationships, Intimacy, and Socialization
Self Care for Special Needs Parents
Sex Appeal on Wheels is a talk exploring intimacy, sexuality, and self-confidence while navigating life with a disability.