OneTaste founders Nicole Daedone and Rachel Cherwitz were convicted of coercing employees into sexual acts to serve clients. Over a decade, they created a cult-like environment where trauma survivors were manipulated into performing sexual services. Their wellness company, once endorsed by high-profile figures, faced scrutiny through a Netflix documentary and various exposés. The court found Daedone and Cherwitz guilty of conspiracy to commit forced labor. Victims described their experiences, revealing how the alleged therapy sessions involved sexual reenactments and dangerous indoctrination methods. They now face lengthy prison sentences for their crimes.
These nine victims provided labor and services for what spanned more than a decade, from menial services to sex acts," said Assistant US Attorney Nina Gupta in closing statements last week.
They waged a decade-long campaign of coercion and sexual abuse, manipulating employees into performing sexual acts under the guise of therapy.
The feds eventually accused Daedone and Cherwitz of running their business like a cult, recruiting people who suffered past trauma by claiming they could fix their sexual suffering.
The guilty verdict seals a fall from grace for the company's founders, who promoted 'orgasmic meditation' endorsed by Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop.
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