Meet Tara

Meet Dr. Tara - Sex & Relationship Expert

University Professor • Certified Sexologist • TV Host & Expert • Keynote Speaker

Academic Credentials

  • Tenured professor of relational and sexual communication, and quantitative research methods at California State University, Fullerton

  • Certified sexologist with the American Board of Sexology and Kinsey Institute

  • Co-author of university textbook Sexual Communication: Research in Action

  • Led a 5,000-participant study examining the predictors of sexual satisfaction

  • Award-winning researcher specializing in relational communication

Media Highlights

  • TV Host & Expert on Celebs Go Dating (UK’s Channel 4), 90 Day Fiancé: The Last Resort (TLC and HBO), Between The Sheets

  • Host of Spotify’s top 5% podcast Luvbites by Dr. Tara

  • Co-host of the iconic radio show LOVELINE by KROQ

  • Featured in ABC News, Fox, KTLA, Forbes, Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, Insider, Grazia, Self, Paper Magazine, Men’s Health, Vogue, and more

Speaking Engagements

  • TEDx speaker of the viral talk “Become Sexually Powerful”

  • Keynote speaker for various organizations including Sexual Health Alliance, Junior League, Stimulate Sexual Wellness, Vibe Expo Los Angeles, and Young Presidents’ Organization.

Social Media Influence

  • Leading voice in sexual wellness and sex education

  • 65M+ social media engagements; 2.3 million+ followers across platforms

Her Mission

To make conversations about sex smart, shame-free, and empowering, helping people create more passionate, confident, and sexually fulfilling lives through better communication and growth mindset.

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Accolades & Awards


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Honored for advancing sex education, relationship empowerment, and conversations around sexual wellness.

Celebs Go Dating

Dr. Tara returns to Celebs Go Dating for her fourth season as the show’s resident sexpert and dating agent. Watch her on E4 dishing out expert guidance on modern dating, relationships, and intimacy to six celebrities looking to find love.


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90 Day: The Last Resort

The TLC series brings together cast members from the 90 Day Fiancé franchise who are facing issues in their marriages and partnerships. Dr. Tara joins the cast in season three as the resident sexologist, helping couples navigate challenges related to communication, trust, and intimacy.


Featured in Paper Magazine

“Dr. Tara is the Internet’s Resident Sexpert”

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TV Host & Expert


A diverse group of five people sitting on a beige couch in a cozy living room with pink and beige decor, including plants and abstract artwork on the wall.

Celebs Go Dating

Dr. Tara returns to Celebs Go Dating for her fourth season as the show’s resident sexpert and dating agent. Watch her on E4 dishing out expert guidance on modern dating, relationships, and intimacy to six celebrities looking to find love.


Three people sitting on wooden benches outdoors, two women and one man, dressed in formal attire, with a garden and plants in the background.

90 Day: The Last Resort

The TLC series brings together cast members from the 90 Day Fiancé franchise who are facing issues in their marriages and partnerships. Dr. Tara joins the cast in season three as the resident sexologist, helping couples navigate challenges related to communication, trust, and intimacy.