Hey there. I am Anya de Montigny, DHS. A clinical sexologist and professional certified coach offering sex & intimacy coaching for individuals and couples.
About me
I grew up in a Hindu-based Meditation Ashram long before yoga was hip and cool. Despite the rich spiritual teachings I was exposed to, there was one glaring omission: a lack of education about sexuality and pleasure.
Living in the cloistered Ashram in the USA and India during my formative years, sex education was sadly overlooked. My Doctor mother, being a physician, provided a scientific foundation about the human body but this also failed to teach me adequate sex education.
The lack of permission to discuss sexuality in the Ashram (along with some very confusing messages) eventually led me to explore the topic on my own which brought me to some of the world’s best schools of human sexuality!
My path introduced me to Sensual Massage, Tantra, Orgasmic Meditation (OM), Sexological Bodywork, BDSM and Bondassage (think kink meets erotic massage). But, I still wanted to learn more and disseminate what I had learned to every day people who didn’t have access to this knowledge.
So, in 2011, I founded my sex education business, TeachMeAboutSex to spread accurate, non-judgmental knowledge about sex and intimacy to the mainstream. I have taught popular classes worldwide on an array of topics along with my signature class, SquirtGasms (that was always a well-attended class!).
With a vision to open up a clinical practice, In 2016, I went back to school and earned my Doctor of Human Sexuality (DHS) degree from the Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality in San Francisco.
IASHS produced some of the world’s greatest sexologists like Annie Sprinkle, PhD, Dr. Chris Donohue and Gina Ogden, PhD. I am grateful that I was one of the last students of this institution before they closed.
Today, I continue to take yearly trainings on neuroscience, coaching, and my latest pursuit – hynosis! I strive to be the best clinician I can be with the goal of transforming people’s relationships to their sexuality and to each other.
One day I will write a book about my journey throughout the 30 years of being in the sexuality professions from bodyworker to professional clinical sexologist! For now, if you have any questions do not hesitate to ask. My story is a good one!
I would love to help you navigate the complexities of sex and intimacy in a compassionate, knowledgeable way.
If you’re ready to explore how to optimize your body and mind for a more fulfilling life, let’s connect. Together, we’ll embark on a journey that’s all about you and your personal growth.
Looking forward to meeting you!
Credentials
As a highly trained sexologist and coach, I offer a results-oriented, forward-focused approach to my practice. Explore my credentials and don’t hesitate to ask about my extensive educational training.
Sexology
Doctor of Human Sexuality (DHS)
Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality, San Francisco, CA
Sex Educator
San Francisco Sex Information (SFSI)
Somatic Sex Educator
The Somatic Sex Educators Association
Certified Clinical Sexologist
Dr. Patti Britton
Sexual Attitude Reassessment and Restructuring (SAR)
Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality
Individual & Relationship Coaching
Certified Professional Coach
International Coach Academy
Certified Life Coach
Life Purpose Institute
Certified Holistic Health Coach
The World School of Massage & Advanced Healing Arts
Gottman Method
– Level 1 & 2
– 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work
– Couples & Addiction Recovery
In Her Head, Neuroscience of Female Health & Hormones
Neuroscience Academy
Neuroscience of Change
Coaches Rising
The Power of Embodied Transformation
Coaches Rising
Currently enrolled
Hypnotherapy certification training
Jacquin Academy of Hypnosis
Trauma Recovery
Somatic Experiencing
Level 1
A Dialogue with Bessel van der Kolk
4 Week Trauma Course
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Certified Restorative Practices & Diversity Educator
CircleUp Education
Bodywork*
Master Certified Massage Therapist
World School of Massage & Holistic Healing Arts
Bondassage Practitioner & Trainer
Bondassage University
Sexological Bodyworker
Somatic Sex Educator Association
*I no longer practice hands-on modalities but teach these techniques to couples as part of Dr. Anya Erotic Fundamentals HomePlay™.
Past Sex Ed Classes Taught:
California:
– UC Berkeley
– Berkeley High School
– Hult Business School
– California College of the Arts
– Mills College, Oakland
– SF Armory/Kink.com, San Francisco
– The Pleasure Chest, Los Angeles
– Pure Pleasures, Santa Cruz
– Stockroom, Los Angeles
– Good Vibrations, San Francisco
– The Sunrise Center, Corte Madera
– Essence, San Francisco
– FEM Talks, Oakland
– Feelmore510, Oakland
– Center for Sex & Culture, San Francisco
– The Looking Glass, Oakland
– Black Thorn, Oakland
– Private Workshops in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York & London
International:
– Sh! Women’s Erotic Emporium, London, England
Special Workshops:
– Vagina Monologues & Workshops, Los Angeles