Press & Media

As Seen & Heard

Bia Bliss is a somatic sexologist and embodied counsellor based in Aotearoa, New Zealand. She has spoken with national media and podcast hosts about sexuality, consent, pleasure and safety in intimacy.

In the media

The New Zealand Herald

Understanding submissive kink: Sexologists and shibari experts explain how to safely explore giving up control

11 July 2025 · by Varsha Anjali

“Being submissive in a kink context is not about weakness or lack of power.” Bia Bliss, quoted in the New Zealand Herald

Bia was interviewed as a somatic sexologist for this feature on consent, trust and safety in kink, and is credited as the source for the article’s guidance on aftercare.

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RNZ

Complainants warn against ‘sacred sexuality’ courses

2022 · RNZ News Read on RNZ →
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Podcast conversations

Longer conversations on sexuality, pleasure, intimacy and personal growth, all free to listen to.

Align Yourself to Success

How To Experience Confidence, Intimacy, and Pleasure Like Never Before

2022 Listen on Spotify →
Yogacises

Ep 87: Sexual Healing, Empowerment and Pleasure Awakening with Bia Bliss

2019 Listen on Spotify →
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Bia is available to speak with journalists and podcast hosts on sexuality, consent, pleasure, trauma-informed intimacy and safety in the wellbeing industry.

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