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Y’all – spoiler alert: there’s more than one way to orgasm. And no, penetration is not always required. The cultural message that’s been drilled into our brains makes many of us think that “real” orgasms can only happen a certain way. Nope, not true. Your body responds to stimulation in a variety of ways, and sexual pleasure can come from …
The brain-body connection is real, y’all. Anyone who has experienced stress (and haven’t we all?) knows it’s more than just a mental or emotional experience. Stress affects our heart rate, muscles, hormones, and nervous system — all of which influence our overall health, relationships, and sexual functioning. And not always in a good way. Experts across disciples have offered their …
Call it what you will, reaching the peak, climaxing or “achieving the pinnacle” (yes, I see you, Bridgerton fans), orgasm isn’t always as straightforward as the movies suggest (as Francesca Bridgerton can attest!). If you’ve noticed a change in your sexual response or aren’t getting as much pleasure as you expected, know that you’re not alone and there is definitely …
When your partner is dealing with erectile dysfunction (ED), it can be a trying time – and for both of you. They may be navigating embarrassment, frustration or self-doubt. You may be experiencing disappointment, concern or wondering if has something to do with you. Y’all, ED rarely affects just one person. It can impact both the emotional and physical dynamic …
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the most common sexual concerns men experience and yet, it still is something that is not openly talked about. For many men, even occasional difficulty with erections can trigger embarrassment, self-doubt and anxiety. When it starts happening more consistently, it can impact confidence, relationships and overall well-being. While medical evaluation is always important to …
Porn use is often framed as harmless, private or simply “what everyone does.” And for many people, it is. But when porn becomes the primary or exclusive way someone experiences sexual arousal, it can start to affect how the brain and body respond during partnered sex. For some men, this shift shows up as erectile dysfunction (ED), especially difficulty maintaining erections …
Y’all, you can power through deadlines, lead meetings, juggle all sorts of responsibilities and still keep it together under pressure. But when your body decides it’s had enough? That’s usually when things get…inconvenient. Stress is often talked about as a mental or emotional experience but stress is also deeply physical. It changes how your brain communicates with your body, how …
Spoiler alert: even the healthiest, happiest couples don’t always line up perfectly in the bedroom. One partner may crave sex more often; another may want it in very specific ways, and sometimes what excites one person leaves the other feeling indifferent. Having different sexual needs than your partner is not a red flag. It’s not a failure. And it definitely …
Mismatched libidos are one of the most common concerns couples bring into sex and intimacy therapy. And despite what movies, social media or late-night Google searches might suggest, different levels of sexual desire are a totally normal part of long-term intimacy. The key isn’t trying to match desire perfectly — it’s understanding what drives each of you and finding ways …
Sex therapy gets a lot of side-eye, y’all. For something that’s all about connection, pleasure and communication, it’s wrapped in more misconceptions than a rom-com sex scene. Many people wait far too long to seek support, and it’s not because they don’t want help. Often, it’s because they’ve been told stories that simply aren’t true. So, it’s time to bust some myths …