Meet the creators of
The Pleasure Movement™
and
Pleasure Engineering™
Meet the creators of
The Pleasure Movement™
and
Pleasure Engineering™
Elizabeth Wood and Dan Powers
~ Sexual Pleasure and Beyond ~~ Sexual Pleasure and Beyond ~
Meet Elizabeth Wood
Elizabeth Wood is a passionate sex educator, coach, and internationally sought-after speaker dedicated to helping individuals and couples create more fulfilling, pleasurable, and empowered sexual experiences. As the founder of The Pleasure Movement, she brings a unique blend of expertise, compassion, and warmth to her work—offering a safe, judgment-free space where clients can heal, explore, and embrace their sexuality.
With a background in psychology and eleven years of experience as a licensed therapist in Chicago, Elizabeth now blends her clinical roots with extensive training in sexology and somatic practices. She holds certifications as a Somatic Sex Educator, Tension and Trauma Release Practitioner, Tantra Educator, and is deeply versed in the Erotic Blueprints™ . Her specialty lies in supporting women experiencing sexual pain, guiding them to release shame, restore confidence in their bodies, and reclaim intimacy and joy.
Meet Elizabeth Wood
Elizabeth is also the co-author of The Pleasure Prescription: A Surprising Approach to Healing Sexual Pain, a groundbreaking book that offers practical, science-based tools for transforming pain into pleasure and enhancing connection. In her coaching practice, she works with individuals and couples, tailoring her approach to their unique needs and goals. She frequently collaborates with her husband, Dan Powers, providing joint coaching that combines their complementary expertise for a powerful, well-rounded experience.
Beyond coaching, Elizabeth is the co-host of The Pleasure Movement Show, a new podcast on The Transformation Network. Through candid conversations, expert interviews, and actionable insights, she inspires listeners around the globe to break through taboos, embrace their pleasure, and step into more empowered, connected lives.
At the heart of all her work, Elizabeth’s mission is clear: to create a sex-positive, inclusive environment where people feel supported, understood, and empowered to cultivate authentic intimacy and lasting transformation.
~ Pleasure is a Potent Healing Tool~ Pleasure is a Potent Healing Tool
Meet Dan Powers
Dan Powers is a highly respected sex coach, educator, and Sexological Bodyworker dedicated to helping individuals and couples create stronger, more connected, and pleasure-centric relationships. As the founder of Pleasure Engineering, Dan specializes in guiding clients through challenges such as communication barriers, intimacy issues, and sexual pain—transforming these obstacles into opportunities for healing, growth, and deeper connection.
His extensive training includes certifications as a Somatic Sex Educator, Tantra Educator, Surrogate Partner, and Certified Erotic Blueprint Coach™. With a compassionate, down-to-earth style, Dan provides a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their desires, release shame, and develop authentic, lasting intimacy.
Meet Dan Powers
In addition to his private coaching practice, Dan frequently collaborates with his wife, Elizabeth Wood, offering joint sessions that combine their unique expertise for a dynamic, well-rounded approach to relationship and intimacy coaching. Together, they also host The Pleasure Movement Show, a new podcast on The Transformation Network. Through engaging conversations, expert interviews, and actionable insights, the show invites listeners to embrace their sexuality, challenge taboos, and step into more empowered, pleasure-centered lives..
At the heart of Dan’s mission is the belief that everyone deserves access to a sex-positive, inclusive space where they feel seen, safe, and supported. Whether working one-on-one, with couples, or reaching a wider audience through The Pleasure Movement Show, Dan blends science-based strategies with a heart-centered approach—helping people create the relationships, intimacy, and love they truly desire.
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