When couples are struggling with libido differences – many common sense approaches are offered by a variety of “pop psychology” sources that just do more damage in the long run. Here are the top 5 that can damage your relationship and why. 1 – Just do it – Whether it is plans to have sex […]

“Am I (or my spouse) sex addicted?”  It’s a question that comes up often when sex and sexuality are a clinical area of focus for a therapist.  Whether it’s because one or the other partner uses pornography and “won’t” quit, there has been an affair(s), or there is a high interest partner desiring more or […]

This is never a simple question to answer – but that doesn’t mean that the question is a bad one.  First, the idea that a person can be addicted to sex is controversial with professionals.  Addiction to substances has long been recognized, but how brain chemistry works with behavior is a relatively a new thought. […]

Sex therapy can be a scary step to take.  The very name makes it sound like something is really wrong, and couples often imagine the process being long and painful.  The fact is that many couples seek help with sexual issues they can’t resolve themselves. When they work smarter, not harder in a fun, relaxed atmosphere […]

Sexual assault/abuse is a life challenge for the person who was abused or assaulted. Symptoms can range from tramtic responses, depression, anxiety, isolation, loss of concentration, unwanted/intrusive thoughts and fear of returning to intimacy. Therapy can help address these symptoms and help survivors regain a sense of control and trust in their lives again. Sexual […]

Wrapping up National Men’s Health Week 2012 it is important to look at sex and men’s mental health. Inside of relationships sex is one of the big three that couples argue over (money, parenting and sex). When I think back to the men who have been in therapy over the years, sex is probably either […]