Name of Primary Practitioner Michelle Lopez, MSW, LCSW, CST, ABS
Business Excerpt Knowledge is Pleasure is an inclusive sex and kink education and therapy practice providing affirming, evidence-based support to explore sexuality, intimacy, and pleasure without shame.
Business Description Knowledge is Pleasure supports individuals and partners in exploring sex, kink, and connection through education and therapy. Our judgment-free space encourages curiosity, self-discovery, and pleasure while honoring each person’s unique desires and boundaries.
We believe that education is empowerment and that pleasure, connection, and intimacy are fundamental parts of a fulfilling life.
Founded by a licensed clinical social worker and certified sex therapist, our work is rooted in both clinical expertise and real-life understanding. We know that conversations about sexuality, relationships, and identity are often surrounded by shame, misinformation, or silence. Our mission is to change that.
We create a space where curiosity is welcomed, questions are encouraged, and learning becomes a pathway to deeper self-awareness and more meaningful connection.
Specializations:
Ethical Non-Monogamy & BDSM/Kink Practices
Re-authoring Sexual Narratives; Out of Control Sexual Behaviors
Oncosexology
Grief & Loss
Trauma & Shame
Modalities: Narrative Therapy | Internal Family Systems
Education/Training/Certifications Master of Social Work (2016) | Licensed Clinical Social Worker (2019) Sex Therapy Certification | MSTI (2021) American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists Certification (2024) Board Certified Sexologist | American Board of Sexology (2025)
Tell us about the payment options you accept and any additional insurance details. Self-pay, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, Cigna, Aetna
