About Dr. Ava 

“The meaning of life is learning how to give and receive love.” says Dr. Ava Cadell, whose personal brand is “Sexual Empowerment.”

In 2022, Dr. Ava Cadell purchased a 45 acre property that was once the Pine Mountain Buddhist Temple in Maricopa, California and renamed it, The Loveology Retreat, for Love Coaching, Higher Learning and Wellness.

“It was always a dream to have a retreat where I can give my seminars for students, couples, families, widows and widowers, empowering them to live, learn and love” conceded Dr. Ava.

Dr. Ava Cadell is a Clinical Sexologist and AASECT Certified Sex Counselor with Doctorates in Human Behavior and Human Sexuality. She was voted the first “Sexpert of the Year” in 2015 by the Sexual Health Expo and she has hosted her popular sexuality news and education blog www.Sexpert.com for over 20 years.

As the Founder of Loveology University® Higher Learning and Loving in 2007, Dr. Ava has taken on the role of mentor to share her vast knowledge on love, romance, relationships, intimacy and human sexuality with motivated students who train to become Certified Love Coaches, Master Sexperts and Relationship Coaches. The curriculum at LoveUniv.com is accredited by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists as well as the American College of Sexologists International. Dr. Ava’s mission is to promote the benefits of healthy love and sex and training students worldwide is one way to spread her positive message.

As a global speaker, Dr. Ava has traveled the world lecturing to Fortune 500 companies, conferences and healing retreats across the U.S., Europe, India, Asia, Australia, and Africa, bringing her message of sexual empowerment to the masses. She has also worked on behalf of such top pharmaceutical companies as Bayer, Amgen, and Wyeth, to help promote sexual health and wellness.

Dr. Ava is the author of eleven books including NeuroLoveology: The Power to Mindful Love and Sex, which was endorsed by Dr. John Gray, bestselling author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. Her latest book is on Healing from Loss & Abuse with Loving Solutions to Live Your Life to The Fullest, is also her latest multi-media 7-hour course for LoveUniv.com.

Dr. Ava has written and narrated an instructional video series entitled, Dr. Ava’s Guides for Evolved Novelties and Zero Tolerance Entertainment.

Penthouse Magazine appointed Dr. Ava as their monthly sex columnist and engaged her to create a series of instructional courses on videos for them entitled, My Sex Academy. Provocative titles included, Sex Academy Erotic Massage for Couples, Masturbation, Sexual Positions, Swingers, Amazing Anal Sex and Ultimate Oral Sex.

Penthouse Magazine appointed Dr. Ava as their monthly sex columnist and engaged her to create a series of instructional courses on videos for them entitled, My Sex Academy. Provocative titles included, Sex Academy Erotic Massage for Couples, Masturbation, Sexual Positions, Swingers, Amazing Anal Sex and Ultimate Oral Sex.

As a Media Therapist, Dr. Ava has appeared on a myriad of TV shows, from Good Morning America to Anderson Cooper 360, EXTRA and Geraldo at Large. She has also appeared in reality shows like, Gene Simmons Family Jewels and Kendra On Top, helping celebrities navigate their love lives. IFC producers of Gigi Does It cast Dr. Ava to play herself opposite renowned actors, David Krumholz and Ricky Mabe.

Many magazines have written features about Dr. Ava’s colorful life, such as Marie Claire, Cosmo and Sexual Health Magazine. Her expertise has also been quoted in numerous publications including, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Brides, LA Parent, Redbook, Prevention, Glamour, Esquire, Self, Maxim, Huffington Post, Star, Globe, OK, National Enquirer and Us Weekly.

Through her private practice in Los Angeles, she counsels individuals and couples on personal issues including infidelity, orgasm barriers, performance problems, sexual compulsion, shame and guilt, parental concerns, power struggles, anger management, fear of intimacy, lack of communication and lack of desire. Dedicated to helping people overcome obstacles, Dr. Ava is passionate about the power of love and how it can improve the quality of life!