Sex Matters® on the Internet

I have not sought positions within the hierarchy of the sexuality organizations. I much prefer to attend the conferences, hear the sexuality research presented and then translate that information into something that is useful to people in their every day lives. That's why writing for WebMD has suited me so well. I find it particularly frustrating when scientists and physicians are unable to explain in plain language what their work means and its impact on the average person.

So, here I am now with a half-time therapy practice near Sacramento, CA and writing for WebMD. It suits me fine and works out well with my family. I feel involved in life as a professional person and still able to be the kind of parent and wife that I want to be. I feel quite fortunate about how my life has worked out.

One of the great things about this area of work is that it's recession-proof and has so much room for research -- there's never a lull or downturn. Anyone with the stamina to get through grad school and the licensing process (no small tasks) can really design their work in the sex field to suit him or herself -- there's research, education and clinical work to choose from or mix as one pleases. I have many colleagues whose professional lives look quite different from mine and who are yet quite fulfilled. It's a good field and it's a field that does some good. It's been a very fulfilling part of my life and it's easy for me to say that I have enjoyed nearly every day of my work a great deal.

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