The 2024 election results may feel like a moment of profound disappointment and election grief for those who hoped for Kamala Harris to become president. For those who have invested in a vision of progress, justice, and...
Just the words sex therapist sound like an erotic, controversial word sandwich. Delicious as this might sound, what does sex therapy even mean? What does a sex therapist do precisely, what is a sex therapy session like, and how is sex therapy different than other...
The Oxford Dictionary defines the word fetish as “a form of sexual desire in which gratification is strongly linked to a particular object or activity or a part of the body other than the sexual organs.” The lesser-known definition of the word fetish, according to the...
The vagus nerve is finally getting the attention it deserves! In recent years, the topic of the vagus nerve has been circulating on social media, causing this nerve to be a part of the internet zeitgeist. But what is the vagal nerve, and how can you “activate” this...
Why are you heterosexual? This is a question most women are taught not to discuss in a purity centric and/or patriarchal society. Many women are taught that if you feel sexually attracted to anyone, not of the opposite sex, it should be thoroughly questioned before...
The big O. While you don't need to experience orgasm during intimacy for it to be pleasurable, it can be the pièce de résistance of the whole experience. We know that orgasms feel amazing, but what makes them so amazing? By looking at the science behind them, we can...
Talking to a friend about your new love interests, maybe you pick apart each message they send you. Sure, they might have some red flags, but you quickly overlook them as thoughts of them consume most of your day. The idea you might have found “the one” or your “true...
In western society, we often place a high value on independence and the ability to self regulate. While those skills are essential to our survival throughout adulthood, as we enter into romantic relationships, it can be challenging to switch from attuning to one's...
So what is CBT and DBT anyways? Whether you are new or go to therapy frequently, CBT and DBT are important treatment options to understand because they might impact your overall therapeutic results. Understanding various theoretical orientations may align you with a...