In recent years, the rise of nonmonogamy, also sometimes referred to as consensual non monogamy has sparked intriguing conversations, nudging even devoted monogamists toward intentional monogamy. Yet, many consensual nonmonogamous folks grapple with internalized...
“Why Am I Emotionally Unavailable?”
If you’ve found yourself acting hot and cold while dating someone you were super into, pulling away after moments of closeness and intimacy, saying things like you “don’t do feelings” or you’re just not good at talking about your feelings, avoiding commitment, and/or...
Sex After Childbirth: Rebuilding Intimacy Postpartum
Having a newborn can be a life changing experience, filled with a whirlwind of emotions—joy, love, uncertainty, and exhaustion, to name a few. It’s completely normal to feel a mix of excitement and anxiety as you adjust to this new chapter in your life. While...
Why Everything I Knew About Sex Therapy Was Wrong
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...
How Couples Therapy in NYC Can Transform Your Relationship
Relationships can be incredibly enriching but not free of challenges. Whether your and your partner's problem is poor communication, disconnection, infidelity, or getting stuck in a rut when it comes to arguing, couples therapy in NYC can become a life-changing step...
Self Help Books: Sexuality, Relationships, & Mental Health
It's officially cozy season! And what better way to enjoy Fall than curling up with a good, insightful, book? The following are some recommended self-help books that cover the domains of sexuality, relationships and general mental health. It can feel...
Navigating Unresolved Emotional Conflict & Co-Parenting
The ending of a relationship is a very challenging time for most people regardless of the circumstances that lead to the breakup. Post relationship, a myriad of unresolved feelings and strong emotions may exist, whether it is still having romantic feelings or even...
How to Navigate Sex and Menopause
As a therapist specializing in sexual health, I work with a diverse array of clients, each bringing their own unique concerns to our sessions. No two days are the same, and each individual presents a different perspective. Over time, however, I've learned to recognize...
How to Stop People Pleasing
People pleasing behaviors often stem from a deep-rooted desire for validation, acceptance, and connection. Many people pleasers, at some point, have found themselves prioritizing others' needs over their own, saying “yes” when they meant “no,” or feeling uneasy with...