Bodysex® Workshops

“Bodysex® is based on feminism’s consciousness raising model that started in the 1970s. Women would get together and speak first person about their experience. What became clear was that every woman had a shared experience of inequality, discrimination and sexual repression. They started to realize that no one was alone in their suffering.

Betty was in the same consciousness raising group as Gloria Steinem.  With Gloria’s encouragement, Betty signed on to lead “physical and sexual consciousness raising” groups which she later shortened to “Bodysex.” Each of the rituals in her workshop was designed to support women to love their bodies and move fully into pleasure.” - bodysex.com

All of my bodysex workshops (virtual, in-person, 1:1, group) include all of Betty’s rituals and are presented in the original order of her thoughtful and proven design.

“Bodysex® is simply a process of self-knowledge.  There is no failure.  We pull back the layers of shame, guilt, misinformation and trauma to reveal your true sexual self.”

Bodysex.com

Workshop Agenda


Step 1 Sex Essay

The sex essay consists of the following.

Write a paragraph or more reflecting on:

  • Your religious upbringing; parent’s attitude towards sex

  • Your first memory of masturbation

  • Your first partner sex

  • Your current sex life

  • Your sex goal – what you desire

“When we put pen to paper, it becomes our past. More importantly, we can see the dysfunctional pattern we experienced. This process is exactly like the first group share in a workshop when we answer the questions: how do you feel about your body? How do you feel about your orgasm? I had one client who took 2 years to write her sex essay but she got there.  Writing our history makes us confront our shame.” -Carlin Ross, bodysex.com


Step 2 The Circle

Our workshops are built upon the value of equality and our universally shared experiences of living in female and vulva-owning bodies. As a leader, I’m your guide, not your god, and our circle configuration represents this.


Image by Betty Dodson Ph.D®

Step 3 Pleasure Anatomy

“To embrace the full capacity of pleasure, women need to understand basic sexual anatomy, find the parts that bring us to orgasm, and claim our bodies for our own pleasure.” - bodysex.com

You’ll learn about different vulva styles, the internal clitoris, the female model of sexual response, urethral sponge, and pelvic floor muscle. We debunk unhealthy and harmful myths about female sexuality, provide plenty of time for q&a, and share additional research based on Carlin’s extensive work with women. -Carlin’s Bodysex® Research.

Good news! I host Pleasure Anatomy specific events. Check out our next event here.

“Women wearing nothing but smiles! I loved it!”


Image by Betty Dodson Ph.D®

Step 4 Genital Show and Tell 

“During one of Betty’s workshops, a woman shared that there was something “wrong” with her vulva – her husband had never seen asymmetrical labia like hers.  The group asked if they could see her vulva to see what she was talking about.  Before Betty knew it, the women were displaying their vulvas and each was different from the next. More importantly, genital shame was blocking their orgasm.

This ritual is always a powerful moment even online.  Think about how many times we look at our faces but we never look at our sex organ. To fully embrace pleasure, we must understand our basic anatomy, find the parts that bring us to orgasm, and claim our body for our own pleasure.

Clients are guided as they identify their clitoris, clitoral shaft, inner and outer labia, pelvic floor muscle, urethral sponge (the g-spot), and finally chose a name for their vulva.  When we view, touch, and name our sex organ, we take ownership of our body.  Pleasure exists for you and those you choose to share it with….period.” - bodysex.com

“In 30 years I have never seen my vulva, and to see it for the first time in a safe and supportive environment where our bodies were celebrated was so special and beautiful. It's a moment I'll cherish forever. I look at my vulva all the time now :)”

“I’m also obsessed with vulva show and tell. It’s so radical and amazing.”


Image by Betty Dodson Ph.D®

Step 5 Masturbation Techniques: Betty’s Rock n Roll Orgasm

We learn new techniques and share your favorites as a way to increase your self-knowledge, freedom to explore, and playful creativity.

“Betty had a celibate period where she would self-pleasure for hours trying different techniques while watching herself in the mirror.  She learned how to build more energy behind her orgasm so that she felt more intensity, more of a release in a position that would work during partner sex.

The Rock n Roll Orgasm technique is the foundation of what we call the combination orgasm: clitoral stimulation with vaginal penetration.  Clients learn how to stimulate their sex organ, engage their pelvic floor muscle and move energy through their body to achieve their first orgasm or enhance their current orgasm.” - bodysex.com


Step 6 Erotic Recess

"During another workshop, Betty shared her group masturbation fantasy.  They would all orgasm together and the energy would lift the building and everyone in the surrounding areas would start pleasuring themselves.  The women announced, “let’s do it”.  Before Betty could hesitate, Sheila (her co-creator) jumped up, pulled out their case of vibrators,  plugged them in and everyone started stimulating themselves.  The orgasms started and each woman had a different build up.  No one looked or sounded the same.

The women created erotic recess.” -bodysex.com


Step 7 Laying on of Hands

This is many participants favorite part of our in-person workshops. Similar to a classic massage, the laying on of hands is an optional, gentle form of consensual touch shared amongst sisters. Think of it as the most loving, supportive, backrub of your life.

“The laying of hands was so beautiful - I remember saying "I don't think I've ever felt this safe and supported. Thank you."


Image by Betty Dodson Ph.D®

Step 8 Fantasy

“Womankind is so repressed that we never have the time and space to develop our fantasies.  We have a complicated sex organ and a complicated mind.  When we can engage our mind with a fantasy, it helps us connect and stay with our body so that we can achieve orgasm and deepen our experience of pleasure.

There are so many wonderful resources that can help us “stay with it”.  Clients interact with different sources of erotica [in order to] better understand how we’re wired sexually and what inspires us. Audio erotica, visual erotic, written erotica, mirror work, and sensate focus are all options.” -Bodysex.com


And More…

This is where you continue to explore. Like spirituality, sex is an endless exploration. Our bodies are constantly changing and there’s always more to learn about ourselves and others. This part of the workshop is where you can explore your next step, or take a pause if you need a breather.


Discover our long list of testimonials—it’s important for you to hear from real participants! Our workshops are fun, powerful, and transformative spaces.

FAQs

Which is better? 1:1 or Group?

I personally recommend starting with 1:1 coaching and moving into the group experience afterwards. However, there is no right or wrong way to join Bodysex®. Further, Bodysex® is about learning to trust yourself! Whatever feels right to your body, heart and mind, is the right answer. If you are still conflicted, feel free to reach out and I can help navigate your next right step.

How old do you need to be?

All participants must be at least 18 years old. My clients have ranged in age from 20s-60s and above. There is no upper age limit. In fact, learning from each other’s generational experiences is one of the most potent aspects of the circle.


Is Morgan the right facilitator for me?

Below are some personal stats so you can get to know me as a facilitator and see if I’m the right match for you. If for any reason, I’m not the right fit, I’d be happy to refer you to another Bodysex® leader. Simply reach out!

  • I currently identify as a cis woman, open to all pronouns but most people use she/her as I am femme presenting.

  • I’m 37 years old falling squarely in my millennial generation (1987). The ages of attendees in my workshops have ranged from 20s-60s. I’m honored to work with women of any age, and find the generational lessons are some of the most potent aspects of the circles.

  • My sexuality is constantly evolving so I don’t feel tied to a strict identity however most people would say I’m pansexual, and lean lesbian when it comes to relationships.

  • I am a white woman in the USA, ever learning more about how to be a better support, advocate for, loving sister towards, and ally to BIPOC women. Though I will always be limited in my experiential understanding, I always seek to increase my awareness and knowledge so I may better serve all women.


    It’s one of my aspirational values (my own code of ethics) to create a “Sisterhood for All.” I have committed to taking one program per year that expands my abilities to support all women. This year, 2025, I’m enrolled in the AnteUp! A Virtual Freedom School certification program focused on healing, justice and liberation in the sexuality field. It is founded and run by Bianca I Laureano, PhD h.c., MA, CSE, CSES, “co-foundress of the Women of Color Sexual Health Network (WOCSHN), The LatiNegrxs Project” and award-winning educator, curriculum writer, and sexologist. I’m grateful for her work and to be studying with her soon (commencing April 2025).

  • I love my trans sisters and will do everything I can to support you. You are more than welcome in my workshops and circles. In order to best support you, I share honestly that I lack personal trans experience (I’m a cis woman) and professional training in regards to trans womens’ issues. If you need specific support please let me know so I can ensure you have what you need. 


    It is my goal to receive education after completing my AnteUp! work so I may better support all trans women and female identifying people. In the meantime, you are most welcome in my sisterhood, but if I am not the right fit for you, I’m happy to support finding the right coach or resources to suit your needs.

  • “We’re here for your pleasure, not your pain.” - Carlin Ross


    I experienced incestuous childhood sexual abuse by my grandfather that I didn’t remember until my early 20s. For years I sought help, but responses from therapists, psychiatrists and healers alike were on two extreme ends of reduction or victimization. “Buy a dildo” and “you need to quit your job and go into victims counseling” were the main messages I received. Thanks to loads of spiritual work I had done, I felt I was largely past the horror, shock, anger, and unforgiveness that plagued me on the mental and emotional level. However, I still couldn’t orgasm and felt extremely disconnected from my body. 


    At age 33, I got myself out of a toxic/abusive relationship, and was working on myself spiritually and sexually. I still had not had a full body orgasm and carried a lot of shame about this, sometimes enough that my mind would go into suicidal ideation. It felt like a punishment that I didn't have access to the birthright that is pleasure from my own body. I confided in a friend about this and she recommended I watch the newly released Goop episode, Pleasure is Ours. Watching Betty and Carlin, I thought, “this is the answer to my prayers. I can’t believe this exists!” Without thinking twice, I contacted Carlin on April 18, 2020, a date I still have in my calendar because of the “before and after” effect of our work together.

    The things that changed my life and gave me immediate faith in this program, were those words by Carlin above. She shared, “it’s the trauma that bonds us. You are not alone. Every woman on the planet lives in rape culture.” I had felt so isolated and broken for so long. With these simple words, I felt I belonged and had a path forward. Finally! 


    It is with this love, energy, empathy, and care that I work with trauma. I’m very proud that one of my workshop attendees stated in her feedback: 


    “Morgan fostered a safe environment and encouraged full participation. I imagine it's a very difficult thing to do, but it seemed to come naturally to Morgan. I imagine she has some sort of trauma informed care training.” 


    To be honest, I don’t have this formal training, but I’ve experienced first hand the process of walking through painful awakenings, and the balance of tenderness and courage. In short, I’m here to support you in cherishing your pleasure while letting go of your pain.

  • I’m able bodied and will be learning through AnteUp! how to best support my sisters with disabilities. Thanks to Carlin’s leadership and proof that every woman is capable of endless pleasure, I know Bodysex® can support every woman and I’m here to ensure any woman with disability can feel the bliss of endless self-love and pleasure.

  • I had my first full body orgasm at the age of 33, on a zoom call with Carlin during Covid. It was my 4th virtual session with her and I couldn’t believe it! Miracles! I had carried so much shame, frustration and grief for years for not knowing my own body well enough to have access to my birthright of self-pleasure. It felt like a punishment from God. Yet, voila! The Bodysex® formula worked. It was just a matter of education, self-love and support. Yes it took work, effort and patience, but it was a joyous occasion, and just the start of so much good to come. 


    Having access to my body’s pleasure on this level, opened the doors to my self-worth, higher standards for my relationships, increased ability to speak up for myself at work, and more. I found myself advocating more than ever for myself and other women in my workplace and was able to get us all significant raises in order to equalize our salaries to our male counterparts. I suddenly cared less what others thought about me. My mind was consistently blown by how access to my pleasure organs affected everything else - spiritual, mental, emotional, social… 


    A few years later, after getting certified(!), I hosted my first Bodysex® workshop in NYC. As a new facilitator I wanted feedback from my trusted helpers - a couple of women who had attended the Menla retreats, hosted by Carlin and Laura, and supported the logistics of my event (set up, break down, etc.). One woman said, “the only constructive feedback I have is that you came too much during erotic recess.”I said, “you have no idea what that means to me.”

  • As mentioned above, Bodysex® is about so much more than orgasm or even sex, even though it’s the primary focus of our workshops. At the end of the day, the main thing I receive from Bodysex® and see time and time again in participants, is that the safe container of sex-positive, authentic, vulnerable sisterhood brings out the best in us. We are free to be ourselves, to play and to bring to light that which has burdened us. In so many ways, Bodysex® is the beginning of an end - a time of great transformation - and end of beginnings - having to constantly start over to find the thing that will finally free us. It’s a true lasting tonic, that only builds the further we go.

  • While my spiritual work is not a direct aspect of the Bodysex® formula, some participants have shared that it was an important part of why they chose to work with me. For your reference and knowledge, I’m an intuitive who provides spiritual coaching that empowers women to trust their intuition first and foremost and how to implement miracle driven results into your everyday life - all based on your own belief system. One of my favorite quotes is by Paramahansa Yogananda, “It shows more spiritual fiber to live a godly life in the jungle of civilization…” This pretty much sums up my approach. I aim to provide a bridge between the spiritual and practical, while leading with empowerment. For more information on my spiritual offerings and practices please visit “modalities” on my website.

To book any of my services, please contact me.

morgan@morganborchardtsisterhood.com

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