sex therapy
A long-term sexual relationship goes beyond physical attraction and pleasure. Yes, sex can sometimes be a purely physical act. But what makes the relationship last is the emotional component. When two people share an emotional bond, sex becomes significantly more fulfilling because you’re not just trying to maximize pleasure or have a great orgasm. You’re showing your affection – or …
You don’t have to be a sex and intimacy therapist to know that lots of people have unrealistic expectations for their sex lives. Maybe it’s because of what they’ve seen on TV or in the movies. Maybe it’s because they’ve watched a little too much porn. Because of external influences like this, people develop their own definitions for what’s considered …
Losing an erection every once in a while is completely normal, even for younger men. But based on your most recent sexual encounters, perhaps it feels like you’ve gone from “every once in a while” to “every single time.” It’s natural to panic in this situation because you don’t know what’s going on. It’s not like you weren’t attracted to …
You love the way your partner makes you feel in bed, and you love pleasing them just as much. If you’re lucky enough to be in a relationship like this, it’s only natural to want to have sex as often as possible. The problem is your partner doesn’t seem to share your desire for more sex. So, how do you …
You don’t have to be a sex and intimacy therapist to know that romantic relationships are complex. Two people can be madly in love despite having completely different interests or personalities. Sometimes, even differences in sexual orientation cannot stop two people from becoming attracted to one another and falling in love. This is known as a Mixed-Orientation Relationship. In most …
As one of the most traumatic things a human being can possibly experience, sexual assault is extremely difficult to recover from. Years can go by, and yet a single piece of stimuli like a smell, a word, or a sound can instantly remind your partner of the event, triggering a powerful emotional and/or physical response. When you try to be …
Sexual assault is a horrifying, traumatic experience that impacts nearly every aspect of the victim’s life, especially romantic relationships. Not only does your partner not want to have sex, but they might also have no desire to be intimate with you at all. This can generate some painful emotions, like anger and frustration. You want your relationship to return to …
Our bodies may change with age, but we never lose the desire to please our partners. Sex helps couples stay connected as they conquer the challenges of adult life. That’s why it can be so disheartening to learn that sexual intercourse may be painful for you or your partner. There are many reasons why this can happen, and a common one …
The female body changes with age, and it can have a dramatic effect on the way a woman experiences sex. Unfortunately, this natural process can make sexual intercourse painful for your female partner, and you might not have a clue why. Some men are so bewildered that they don’t believe anything is really wrong. How could something that was previously …
One of the most frustrating aspects of erectile dysfunction function is that it can be caused by SO many things. You could be having issues with performance because of physical factors like a health condition or the side effects of a medication. This is known as organic ED, and it can usually be treated by a medical professional. Nonorganic ED, …