Public Speaking, Media & Podcast Appearances
A trusted voice redefining how we talk about love, sex and connection.
Intelligent, grounded and refreshingly real, Jacqueline Hellyer brings science and soul together to inspire meaningful conversation and lasting change.A voice that makes connection make sense
Jacqueline Hellyer is a Relational Sexologist, author, and one of Australia’s most trusted voices on sex, love and human connection.
Warm, articulate and delightfully candid, Jacqueline brings intelligence and ease to topics that are often considered complex or taboo. Whether addressing a conference, appearing on national media, or sharing insights on a podcast, she has a rare ability to make people feel both comfortable and inspired, informed without jargon, and entertained without sensationalism.
Her talks invite audiences to rethink intimacy - not as performance or perfection, but as a living, evolving practice that enriches every part of life.
Public Speaking
Jacqueline is an engaging and insightful speaker who blends science, psychology and spirituality in a way that is deeply human and refreshingly real. She has delivered hundreds of keynotes, masterclasses and retreats around the world, including extensive tours for YPO and EO chapters, professional associations, and wellness and creativity events.
Her presentations are lively, thought-provoking, and often very funny - a combination that keeps audiences leaning in, laughing, and leaving with lasting insight. Whether for couples, professionals or the general public, Jacqueline’s talks bring science, soul and humour together, blending psychology, neuroscience and ancient wisdom into real-world understanding.
Speaking Topics Include:
The Art of Relational Sexology
Where science meets soul in the art of loving: exploring how the integration of body, mind and spirit transforms intimacy and connection.
Connection Is the Cure
Why emotional safety and attunement are the true foundations of passion, trust and long-term desire.Living in the Simmer Zone
How to sustain erotic energy and aliveness through everyday intimacy, keeping connection warm without burnout or boredom.
The Seven Flavours of Sex
Expanding erotic expression beyond habit or routine: from romantic and sensual to mystical, playful and mental.
The Couple Bubble
Building a relationship that protects love, fosters trust and becomes a shared space for healing and growth.
Love in the Age of Distraction
Reclaiming attention, presence and intimacy in a world that pulls us constantly apart.
From Mars & Venus to Mutuality
Moving beyond gender stereotypes toward real understanding, balance and co-creation in modern love.
The Science of Presence
Exploring how nervous system regulation and mindfulness deepen intimacy, connection and creativity, at home and at work.
When the Honeymoon Ends
Understanding the natural evolution of love and desire, and how couples can keep growing closer, not drifting apart.
Speaking Highlights
Jacqueline has delivered talks and workshops for:
- YPO and EO chapters in Australia, India, Dubai and the UK
- Professional conferences and wellness festivals
- Corporate leadership retreats and private groups
- Creative communities, parent organisations and universities
Her presence on stage, and her gift for blending depth with humour, consistently earns glowing feedback.

Professional Speaking Feedback
"We were very pleased and fortunate to have Jacqueline Hellyer speak at our YPO business leaders conference. Our brief journey into the world of personal relationships and sex provided not only a wonderful escape from our business focus, but we also learned a lot about ourselves and our partners. It was much more than Venus and Mars, it was real, practical, insightful and best of all – it was enjoyable. Whether Jacqueline Hellyer is the sole focus of your event or a wonderful sideline – she will delight and educate you. She should not be missed."
David Owens, YPO Australasia
"The program provided during our YPO chapter retreat in Edinburgh provided us insights on the critical physical and emotional components of a relationship. Jacqueline's ability to discuss such intimate issues in a comedic and professional manner put everyone at ease and allowed for greater comfort and participation in her seminars. The experience added tremendously to our retreat and we would highly recommend her for other groups interested in livening up an event or retreat.”
Mohammed Khudairi, YPO Dubai
"Jacqueline’s complete candour is a gift for any discussion about sex and relationships. Her experience helping people at the coalface of Australian relationships is a huge asset for an informed, engaged and often hilarious conversation.”
Meredith Penman, Florence Guild
"Jacqueline truly encapsulated the word 'expert', and was everything you wish for in a speaker; witty, knowledgeable, engaging storyteller, inclusive, well paced and offered a combination of anecdotal stories with well researched facts to deliver an extremely entertaining and educational talk. She made everyone feel at ease, and frequently had the room heartily laughing out loud. She helped shed misconceptions in this area with her excellent understanding and knowledge of the content, demonstrating her leadership in this field. I received so much positive feedback after this masterclass from the mamas who had attended."
Anna Kellerman, MamaCreatives
"Your talk was an eye opener and everyone appreciated it. The overall rating was 8.5 on 10 which is very high in our standards.”
"I want to personally thank you for your time and effort for the seminar. All the feedback so far has been great!”
"I loved your humour and relaxed facilitation. It really disarmed everyone in a good way!”
"That was fabulous. You have real presence.”
Media Expertise
Jacqueline is a frequent and trusted commentator across Australian media. She has appeared regularly on ABC Nightlife, The Morning Show, Triple J’s The Hook-Up, and numerous podcasts and print publications, offering grounded, sex-positive perspectives that audiences find enlightening and accessible.
She’s known for her ability to distil complex ideas into relatable insights that resonate with everyday people, whether discussing modern relationships, long-term desire, or emotional safety in intimacy.
Her clear, compassionate voice has made her a go-to expert for journalists and producers seeking credible, intelligent commentary on the psychology and art of connection.