Episode 2: Intimacy and Sex after Stroke, Part 1   Stroke alters your life in many ways, but you still can have a great life after surviving one. Hear from stroke survivors and medical specialists about being stronger after stroke.    The “Stronger After Stroke” podcast discusses difficult topics, such as family relationships and sex after stroke. It also shares survivors’ stories about navigating life after stroke.   This Episode: Intimacy and Sex after Stroke Part 1   Summary: In this two-part series, listen in on a conversation among three women about the importance of addressing issues that arise with intimacy and sex after stroke.    Speakers   Rosa Hart, BSN, RN, SCRN is the stroke nurse navigator for Norton Healthcare and hosts the discussion.   Lindsey Adler, PT, DPT, CLT, WCS is a physical therapist at Norton Healthcare. She has completed certificates in achievement in pelvic physical therapy (CAPP-Pelvic) and pregnancy and postpartum physical therapy (CAPP-OB and CAPP-OBA), which have equipped her with advanced knowledge of pelvic floor conditions.    Michelle Stillwagon, LMFT, CST is an independent relationship and sex therapist. She uses Cognitive Behavioral, Emotionally Focused, Family Systems, Narrative, EMDR, Relational and Sex Therapies. She has counseled many clients with chronic neurological conditions for over a decade and brings insight on how to spark new growth with valid and reliable methods.   Show Notes: Connect with the NNI Resource Center for support after stroke:   https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/neurosciences/services/stroke-faqs/patient-resources/   Identity Theft book referenced in the video and used as curriculum in NNIRC Stroke Survivor Support Group:   https://strokeonward.org/identity-theft-book/     Find out more about Norton Specialty Rehab: https://nortonhealthcare.com/services-and-conditions/rehab-services-and-treatments/locations/norton-specialty-rehabilitation-center/   To contact Michelle Stillwagon for virtual professional services you can reach her at: https://www.michellestillwagon.com/  

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