Ella Dorval Hall

San Francisco

Sex & Relationship Writer at Freelance

Contributing Sex Writer at The Everygirl

Sex Educator & Sex And Relationship Writer with @odotschool @theeverygirl_ words in @refinery29 @mindbodygreen @thisisinsider Well+Good

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Articles

How to Have Shower Sex: Our Best Tips, Positions, & More

Nov 3, 2024 | theeverygirl.com | Ella Dorval Hall

Shower sex. It’s hot, it’s steamy, and it’s wet—the perfect element for an erotic endeavor, right? Well…yes and no. Shower sex can be incredibly intimate, sexy, and hot, but without the right techniques, it can actually be…a dud.
Why I'm No Longer Trying To “Fix” My Libido

Sep 19, 2023 | lustery.com | Ella Dorval Hall

I’ve always had this looming feeling that I don’t desire sex enough. That I should want sex more often, desire it more spontaneously or easily, and that it shouldn’t take so much work to get turned on. The extent to which I’ve felt this has changed throughout my life. There are periods where my desire has been more fiery and present, and during these times, that feeling sort of disappears. However, at other times, where I’ve desired sex very little or not at all, I’ve felt quite broken.
How to Recognize Your Boundaries Before You Cross Them

Sep 19, 2023 | lustery.com | Ella Dorval Hall

Have you ever been getting hot and heavy with a partner and they ask you “what can I do to make you feel good right now?” or “how do you want to be touched?” and, well, you have absolutely no idea? I have. More times than I can count. That’s because I— like many people— sometimes struggle to feel connected to my desires, to what I do and don’t want, or in other words, to my boundaries. Yes, that’s right, I don’t always know what my boundaries are.
8 Quiet Sex Positions That Are Still Sexy as Hell

Sep 1, 2023 | theeverygirl.com | Ella Dorval Hall

Have you ever been getting hot and steamy but the looming feeling that your roommate or parents can hear you in the next room has totally ruined the mood? Um, hi, I have! In fact, the fear that my next-door neighbor or friends can hear me has taken sex entirely off the table more times than I can count. For many, it’s common to struggle to truly enjoy the experience when you’re worried someone can hear you.
Not Into Watching Porn? Try This To Get in the Mood Instead

Jul 1, 2023 | theeverygirl.com | Ella Dorval Hall

While for some people porn is a great way to get in the mood, explore your sexuality, enjoy masturbating, or have a shared adventure with your partner, for others, porn can be the opposite. Porn might be emotionally loaded, bring up shame, or visual stimulation just might not be your thing. Perhaps you haven’t found any porn you like, or on the opposite end of the spectrum, maybe you’ve exhausted your favorite porn and you want to switch it up.
5 Signs You're Suffering From People-Pleasing...in the Bedroom

May 19, 2023 | theeverygirl.com | Ella Dorval Hall

Are you the kind of person that goes along with what everyone else wants when you’re deciding where to go out for dinner? Do you tend to be more fixated on whether or not everyone around you is having a good time instead of considering your own experience? Yes? Same. Welcome to the world of people-pleasing. As a (recovering) people pleaser, I regularly prioritize other people’s needs and desires at the expense of my own. If I’m being entirely honest, it’s usually out of the desire to be liked.
8 Single Girl Stereotypes We Need To Stop Perpetuating

May 18, 2023 | theeverygirl.com | Ella Dorval Hall

If you’ve ever been single, you’re likely well aware of the weird comments people make about your love life. Is there someone special in your life? (My extended family has been asking me this literally since middle school). Why aren’t you dating? Don’t worry you’re amazing, you’ll find someone eventually. It’s so empowering that you’re single and happy. Eye roll.
Are You A Working Professional Looking For Love? Try These Dating Apps

Apr 28, 2023 | mindbodygreen.com | Ella Dorval Hall

Our picks for the best dating apps for working professionals: Best for serious relationships: eharmony Pros: Time wasters are weeded out by price and sign-up process Unique and effective matching system High success rate for serious relationships Two million people have met and fell in love Cons: Only for heterosexual relationships Not for casual daters Lengthy sign-up process Free membership has limited functions Can be expensive Where to browse: Mobile appDesktop site Compatibility:...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Having Multiple Orgasms

Apr 21, 2023 | theeverygirl.com | Ella Dorval Hall

If you love a good orgasm, experimenting with toys, learning new techniques, or you simply want to “spice” things up, multiple orgasms might be for you. For many people, having multiple orgasms turns the heat way up in the bedroom, whether you’re solo or partnered. It can be an exciting moment to learn more about your body or experience different kinds of stimulation and pleasure.
How to ask for what you want...while you're still figuring out what you want

Apr 17, 2023 | feeld.co | Ella Dorval Hall

One of the most important elements of creating enjoyable, fulfilling sexual experiences is being honest and upfront about your likes and dislikes. On dating apps, this is especially important when you're writing your profile and filtering who you’re compatible with. But what do you do if you aren't sure what you like in the bedroom or what you want in a relationship? Perhaps you've just begun exploring kink.