JoJo

Welcome! I’m JoJo Bear

My life’s work is to teach individuals and couples how to “get out of their heads and into their bodies!” My intention is to support those seeking change in the realms of sex, sexuality, intimacy, and body image. At the heart of my practice is helping people connect to their agency—assisting with consent, setting boundaries, and creating space for authentic relationships with pleasure.

My approach is a unique blend of modalities, rooted in the pursuit of deepening our relationship with pleasure.

From a young age, I felt drawn to teaching. I vividly remember gathering neighborhood boys in my basement to play silly games, often involving me teaching them something new. This passion to guide and empower others has stayed with me throughout my life.

Twenty years ago, I attended the Hypnosis Motivation Institute in Los Angeles and became a Clinical Hypnotherapist. What fascinated me most was the concept of the subconscious mind—the idea that we create positive or negative associations that shape our experiences. As I delved deeper, I realized how much these patterns influence our relationship with our bodies, our sexuality, and pleasure.

This fascination with the mind-body connection—especially how trauma, shame, and dissociation impact our lives—led me to explore somatic work.

I began offering workshops in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California, introducing hypnosis and subconscious work in men’s retreats and LGBTQ substance abuse recovery programs. Over time, my path became deeply personal.

After moving to the San Francisco Bay Area, I immersed myself in Tantra events, embodiment workshops, and personal healing practices. As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, I recognized the importance of addressing my own sexual challenges and began training in Sexological Bodywork through the Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality.

Along the way, I’ve been fortunate to work with leaders in the somatic sex education field, including Joseph Kramer and Caffyn Jesse. One of the most transformative trainings I’ve completed is the Wheel of Consent by Dr. Betty Martin, which is now a cornerstone of my work.

I describe myself as a Somatic Sex Guide rather than an educator because every individual’s journey is unique. My role is to hold space with respect and appreciation, helping clients uncover and integrate the many dimensions of their sexual selves.

In addition to working with individuals, I also coach teachers, erotic practitioners, masseurs, and sacred intimates. I provide guidance to help them refine their skills, deepen their practices, and align their work with their personal and professional values.

I am a certified Wheel of Consent™ facilitator and faculty member at the Body Electric School™. Whether through one-on-one sessions, workshops, or retreats, I’m here to help you connect with your body, clarify your desires, and experience deeper intimacy.

Let me know how I can support you on your journey!