Author
Ella Dorval Hall
Ella Dorval Hall

Ella Dorval Hall (they/she) is a Sex Educator & Sex and Relationship Writer that uses a little bit of humor, a lot of honestly, and just the right amount of science. You can find Ella in front of audiences and behind Google searches telling listeners that their parts are in fact, very normal, that there are ways to overcome performance anxiety, why some orgasms don’t feel good, and so, so much more.

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Mental Health
Coming to Grips With Stress
By Ella Dorval Hall
The U.S. levels are higher than the global average, and Americans are feeling the toll.
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Mental Health
Living and Dating With Bulimia Nervosa
By Ella Dorval Hall
It requires hard work, but you can overcome the impact of an eating disorder with support.
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Mental Health
Bulimia Nervosa: What Could Go Wrong?
By Ella Dorval Hall
This eating disorder can be treated, but it's vital to do so ASAP to avoid serious health risks.
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Sex
A 'Yes/No/Maybe' List May Be Your Cure to Boredom in the Bedroom
By Ella Dorval Hall
Bring more intimacy, connection and pleasure back into your relationship. It's as easy as 1-2-3.
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Mental Health
Recognize the Signs and Symptoms of Bulimia Nervosa
By Ella Dorval Hall
Know what to look for if you suspect someone has this life-threatening mental health disorder.
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Mental Health
Bulimia Nervosa: What It Is and Who's at Risk
By Ella Dorval Hall
Defined by binge eating and purging, the disorder affects more than 6 million people in the U.S.
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Dating and Relationships
Setting Boundaries for Healthy Relationships
By Ella Dorval Hall
Don't keep saying yes to everyone. Maybe it's time you made some time for yourself.
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Sex
When Foreplay Doesn't Work Anymore
By Ella Dorval Hall
If sex has become predictable, this is what you need to do.
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Sex
Three Ways I Struggle With Sex, Even as a Sex Educator
By Ella Dorval Hall
Lots of people, including professionals, don't have sexuality fully figured out, and that's OK.
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Sex
Could My Low Sex Drive Actually Be Responsive Desire?
By Ella Dorval Hall
No, it’s not low libido. Responsive desire is healthy and natural response to sex.