Clinical Psychologist · AASECT Diplomate · Author · Futurist
Dr. Marianne
Brandon
Diplomate in Sex Therapy, exploring the intersection of technology, intimacy, and the future of human connection.
As Featured In
In the Media
Media & Speaking
Sharing insights on the future of intimacy, technology, and human connection across major platforms worldwide.
"I'm in Love with ChatGPT"
The New York Times
Quoted as an expert on the future of AI intimacy and human-technology relationships.
Television
Strange Sex
TLC / Discovery Health
Featured expert in this Sirens Media documentary exploring unusual aspects of human sexuality.
Television
Deadly Affairs
TLC
Expert commentary in this Sirens Media documentary series examining the psychology behind dangerous relationships.
Film
Sex Robot Madness (2025)
Documentary Feature
Featured expert in this 2025 feature-length documentary exploring the rise of AI-powered sex robots and their cultural impact.
Listen →Major Magazine Features
Cosmopolitan, Redbook, Men's Health, Self, Woman's Day, Prevention, AARP & more
Regularly quoted expert across leading consumer health and lifestyle publications on desire, intimacy, and relationships.
Women's Health Author
Women's Health Magazine
Contributing author at Women's Health, with a dedicated profile featuring her articles on intimacy, desire, and sexual wellness.
Listen →Cosmopolitan UK Author
Cosmopolitan UK
Contributing author at Cosmopolitan UK, with a dedicated profile featuring her articles on sex, intimacy, and relationships for an international audience.
Listen →Radio
Guest on 1A
NPR
Discussed AI and human sexual interaction on the nationally syndicated show hosted by Jenn White.
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Doctor Radio
SiriusXM
Featured expert exploring the psychology of sex, relationships, and the impact of emerging technologies.
Radio
Die KI-Barbie
Deutschlandfunk (Germany)
Featured on Germany's national public radio discussing how artificial intelligence is changing toys and children's play.
Listen →Video
60 Seconds of Sex
YouTube Series
Popular short-form video series addressing topics from premature ejaculation to sex dreams and women's health.
Faculty
Harvard Medical School CME
Testosterone Therapy & Sexual Dysfunction
Recurring faculty member for Harvard Medical School's continuing medical education program since 2023.
Faculty
Pri-Med CME Faculty
Pri-Med
Faculty member for Pri-Med, a leading continuing medical education provider for primary care clinicians.
Faculty
eMedEvents Speaker Profile
eMedEvents
Featured speaker profile on eMedEvents, with a catalog of CME webcasts and lectures on sex therapy and women's sexual health.
Listen →Advisory
FDA Advisory Panel
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
Twice served as panel member evaluating Flibanserin for treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in women (2010, 2015).
Speaking
Web Summit 2019
Lisbon, Portugal
Presented on the future of sex and mental health in space to a global audience of 70,000+ attendees.
Speaking
NSAUA Annual Meeting
Northeastern Section of the AUA
Invited speaker at the Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association's annual meeting on intimacy, sexual health, and clinical practice.
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Maryland Psychological Association Convention
MPA 2022
Invited speaker at the Maryland Psychological Association's annual convention, presenting on intimacy, sexuality, and clinical practice.
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Florida Urological Society Annual Meeting
FLAUS
Invited speaker at the Florida Urological Society's annual meeting, presenting on intimacy, sexual health, and emerging technologies in clinical practice.
Listen →Speaking
Lectures & Keynotes
Universities & Conferences
Extensive speaking portfolio including SXSW, APA, ISSWSH, Florida Psychological Association, and more.
Published Works
Books
Three acclaimed titles exploring the psychology of desire, the science of intimacy, and the evolving landscape of human connection.
Unlocking the Sexy in Surrender
Using the Neuroscience of Power to Recharge Your Sex Life
An exploration of the biological potency of sexual surrender in females, drawing on neuroscience to help couples reignite passion.
View on Amazon →Monogamy: The Untold Story
Praeger Publishing
A groundbreaking look at human sexual instincts and the challenges of monogamy, offering strategies for sustaining passion by understanding our primal natures.
View on Amazon →Reclaiming Desire
The Four Keys for Finding Your Lost Libido
Co-authored guide examining loss of libido from both psychological and physiological perspectives, published by Rodale Publishing.
View on Amazon →For Therapists & Clinicians
Continuing Education & Webinars
CE-accredited webinars and courses on sex tech, artificial intimacy, and the treatment of sexual dysfunction — offered through TZK Seminars, Zur Institute, PESI, Psychiatry Redefined, and more.
Sex Tech, Chatbots and the Future of Intimacy
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Sex Tech, Chatbots and the Future of Intimacy
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Non-Medical Treatment of Female Sexual Dysfunction
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Artificial Intimacy in Couples' Therapy
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Technology and the Future of Humanity: Therapists as Midwives for a Changing World
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Non-Medical Treatment of Sexual Concerns and Dysfunctions
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