Guest Episode: Ami (Amethysta Herrick) – Post-Transition Intimacy & Orgasms

Ever wondered what it’s like to truly rediscover yourbody—and your pleasure—after a major life change? My guest this week, Ami (Amethysta Herrick), has an incredible story. A transgender woman, scientist, and Certified Hypnotist, Ami recently celebrated her “Hoochiversary”—the one-year mark since her vaginoplasty in Thailand. And yes, we talk openly about how intimacy, connection, and yes, orgasms, have evolved for her since.

Ami is a transgender woman, Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry,Certified Hypnotist, and founder of The Purplepaw Blog. She blends science with lived experience to guide others in exploring identity, intimacy, and connection. Married both before and after her transition, Ami offers a rare andintimate perspective on navigating an existing relationship while embracing a new gender identity. She also brings her Hypnotherapy Driven Identity Guidanceto help people understand and express their authentic selves.

- How intimacy shifts after gender-affirming surgery- Learning a new body—and discovering new pathways to pleasure- Navigating a long-term relationship through gender transition

This is a candid, heartfelt, and yes—playfully sexy—conversation about identity, pleasure, and deep connection. Ami’s journey shows that intimacy isn’t static—it’s something we can keep exploring, evolving, and celebrating.

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Dr. Stacy Friedman, Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sex &Intimacy Coach, and Podcast Host

Dr. Stacy Friedman is a Clinical Sexologist and certifiedsex and intimacy coach who helps individuals and couples of all genders and orientations discover deeper connection, pleasure, and confidence—inside and outside the bedroom. With over 26 years of experience in the medical field andmore than two decades working in the sexuality field, she brings a rare mix of clinical expertise and specialized training in sexual health, intimacy coaching, communication, and relationship dynamics.
Dr. Stacy works with all aspects of sexuality but specializes in helping clients with mismatched sex drives, supporting women who experience painful sex, guiding those exploring alternative lifestyles, and working with the LGBTQcommunity. She guides people through intimacy blocks, desire differences, and sexual wellness challenges with practical strategies, humor, and a no-shame approach to sex education.
She is also the creator and host of The Purple Passion Project podcast—where real conversations meet just the right amount of spice. Each episode dives into sex, intimacy, relationships, and everything in between, with raw, playful, andinsightful talks designed to help people feel less alone and more empowered in their intimate lives.
✨ Stay connected with me beyond the show! ✨Grab your FREE book download, explore my sexy toy shop (use code PURPLE for 20% off), and if you’re ready to take your intimacy to the next level, I offer a complimentary 15-minute coaching consult worldwide. Find it all at drstacyfriedman.com and follow me on socials @drstacyfriedman.Dr. Stacy’s passion is to help you create yours.