How Body Image Can Affect Intimacy and Sexual Satisfaction

Can the way you feel about your body affect your sex life? Yes. Body image can have a significant impact on sexual confidence, intimacy, desire, and your ability to feel present with a partner. When you are worried about how your body looks or what your partner might be thinking about you, it can be […]

Desire Discrepancy: Why It Happens and How to Reconnect

Understanding Desire Discrepancy The media often portrays sexual desire as constant—either you have it, or you don’t. We see couples in movies and TV shows filled with passion, then riding off into the sunset, with little insight into how their desire evolves over time. But in reality, libido is fluid and influenced by various factors. […]

Love, Lust, and Loneliness: The Psychology of Connection in the Month of Romance

February is often associated with romance, with Valentine’s Day at its center and stores pushing heart-shaped everything before the new year even settles. But not everyone greets this time of year with excitement. While some anticipate celebrating love, others feel pressured, lonely, or disillusioned. Relationships— be they romantic, sexual, or platonic—are deeply tied to our […]

5 Sex Myths Ruining Your Intimacy and How to Overcome Them

For many, sex can be a source of joy, connection, and pleasure. But for others, it can be a source of frustration, anxiety, and disappointment. If you find yourself struggling with your sex life, whether individually or in a relationship, it might not be your fault. You might be falling prey to some pervasive myths […]

Let’s Talk About Sex: 7 Sex Myths We Don’t Need In 2023

..As we close out 2022 and step into a new year full of hope and possibilities, it’s the perfect time to identify and discard misinformation and unhelpful beliefs. And what better way to start than by leaving some worn-out sex myths behind so your 2023 sex lives can flourish? So here are 7 common myths […]

Let’s Talk About Sex: Top Sex Positions For Common Issues

I recently contributed to Between Us Clinic’s survey of the Top Sex Positions for Combatting Six Common Sex Issues, and I thought I’d share my answers with you! Issue 1: Men who want to delay / better control ejaculation To delay ejaculation it’s important for men to be able to control sensation, so positions such […]

Let’s Talk About Sex: Is Casual Sex Right For You?

“Hook-up culture” and casual sex can be hotly debated topics. Views on how it affects individuals and society range from enthusiastic endorsement to outright condemnation. When considering how you want to live your sexual life, the part (if any) that casual sexual relationships might play, and how you might handle them, requires some thought. You […]

Let’s Talk About Sex: When Sex Isn’t What It Used To Be

Many couples enter therapy because they have found that sex seems to have changed in some fundamental way “lost the spark” or sex has changed in some fundamental way. They don’t know what to do about it and are afraid of what it means for their relationship.  Is something wrong? Are they incompatible?  There is […]

Let’s Talk About Sex: Sex And Infertility

Infertility is a difficult topic. It often causes grief, frustration, disappointment, failure, and longing. Anyone who has had trouble conceiving knows that it can affect relationships and intimacy. While each partner may experience the trials of infertility differently, it can often become a crisis in a relationship. Not only is fertility an ongoing cycle of […]

Let’s Talk About Sex: Erectile Dysfunction And The Mind

Erectile Dysfunction, or ED, is a very common condition, one that most men will experience at least briefly at some point in their lives. But even though it is very common, it often isn’t openly discussed. Experiencing ED can make intimacy challenging and lead to a lack of intimacy in relationships or create difficulty in […]