portrait — Serena Van Orman
About Serena
Sex ed that leaves you clearer and freer — not more ashamed.
Sexuality is a joyful, essential part of being human.
What guides the work
Consent-centeredInclusive & just
Serena Van Orman is a sexuality educator, adjunct professor of human sexuality, consent activist, and coach who helps people build more honest, pleasurable, and grounded relationships to sex and intimacy.
Her work is rooted in trauma-informed, pleasure-affirming, kink-competent, and survivor-centered practices. She creates spaces where people can ask real questions, name what they want, and learn without shame.
Across classes, workshops, courses, and 1:1 coaching, Serena blends evidence-based education with warmth, clarity, and a deep respect for individual autonomy.
Experience & credentials
The work is informed by a wide range of teaching, advocacy, and community care.
- Adjunct Professor, Human Sexuality
- PhD Student, Human Sexuality
- Consent activist & survivor advocate
- Former professional dominant (kink & BDSM)
- Peer sex educator & support group facilitator
- Community educator, workshop & panel leader
Let’s work together.