About Us

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Dr. Jeshana Avent-Johnson is the Founder of The Intimacy Seminars™ and Psychological Services. She is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of California (PSY30170), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Registered Yoga Instructor (RYT).  

Dr. Avent-Johnson specializes in Couples, Sex, Relationship, and Trauma Therapy. She uses a culturally meaningful systems-based therapy that utilizes traditional talk therapy,  identifying your LOVE BLUEPRINT as well as trauma conscious yoga and other somatic approaches to help individuals & couples process and metabolize their unhealed wounds. 

Dr. Avent-Johnson. focuses on helping you reach your relational potential by increasing your capacity for intimacy and passion. Her clinical  experience has been significant in helping individuals and couples develop and evolve  by providing a window into yourself, your partner and your relationship.  Dr. Avent-Johnson is warm and supportive, yet challenges individuals and couples to hold onto self and operate from the BEST in you ( personal integrity) while maintaining relationships with others. Dr. Johnson’s Intimacy Seminars has been sought out by many churches, organizations and homes across the United States, West Africa and the UK. . Her ability to orbit people into action has been life changing for many.

Desiree Deshay-Weakley, The Intimacy Seminars® publicist has been in the field of social work for over 22 years and has focused her calling to work and advocate for the underserved people in various communities countywide. A servant leader would describe Mrs. Deshay-Weakley, an advocate for the injustices that plague our communities and a voice for the meek and voiceless. 

Mrs. Deshay-Weakley's recent work has been focused on providing an intimate setting for women and couples to come together in efforts to explore and strengthen relationships and marriages. Ms. Deshay-Weakley has been instrumental in getting the message of The Intimacy Seminars® in organizations across the map. 

Dr. Elise Sanchez is a  Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY31369) and Educator with experience teaching at the community college, graduate level, and California Institution for Women. Dr.Sanchez imagines a world where everyone is living authentic, wholehearted, purposeful lives. She inspires others by creating a safe space to explore the mysteries of sexuality, desire, and passion. We must confront our own insecurities, pain, and uncertainty before we can create deeper, more meaningful relationships with others. Her enthusiasm is contagious as she provides you with simple language to verbalize your wants, needs, and desires. We all have an innate need to feel seen, heard, and understood. Healing our emotional wounds through self-exploration and utilizing this awareness is Dr. Sanchez’s mission. It is never too late to find H.O.P.E™ and spread that H.O.P.E™ unto others. Honoring Our stories & Passions Everyday™!