Dating can feel overwhelming. During this period you are getting to know this person, asking questions, exploring similarities, and maybe even asking yourself whether you can see this individual fitting into your life long term. The goal of dating can differ...
Spotting Breadcrumbing to Avoid Dating Disappointment
Ah, the joys of modern dating! Being intentional in your dating journey is clear way to work smarter and not harder as you navigate new connections. And it can certainly be a balancing act! It takes weighing the amount of time that you pour into online dating versus...
How Long Does it Take to Heal From a Breakup?
Breaking up is a seismic event in our lives, shaking the very foundation of emotions, plans, and routines built alongside another human being. It leaves behind shattered dreams, unanswered questions, and an overall profound sense of loss. Plus in the aftermath, one...
How Eye Gazing Can Increase Connection and Sexual Intimacy
In the realm of relationships, eye gazing holds a profound yet often underestimated power. This simple act of looking into your partner’s eyes can significantly enhance emotional connection and sexual intimacy. In the PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy)...
What is Sexual Entitlement & How It Impacts Relationships
As a therapist, I work closely with individuals and partners navigating the complexities of their intimate relationships. Among the myriad challenges they face, one recurring issue is sexual entitlement - the belief held by one partner that they have an inherent right...
Fetish vs. Fetishization: What’s The Difference?
You may view the concepts of “fetish” and “fetishization” interchangeably. In reality, the two carry distinct meanings, histories, and implications. Ignoring such nuances may contribute to how one connects with others and engages in sexual activities. Acknowledging...
What To Do When Someone Ghosts You in 2024?
Ugh, ghosting. How is it 2024 and people are still ghosting each other?! For more than a decade this term has given language to the frustrating experience of someone abruptly ending communication with no explanation. Many people have experienced the confusion,...
What is Pleasure Activism? The Politics of Pleasure
Pleasure is more than just a luxury, it’s a fundamental right. In a society that often overlooks the importance of pleasure, pleasure activism provides us with a framework to challenge that and create equitable pleasure. Pleasure is Political To...
How to Navigate Sex and ADHD
Neurodiversity can refer to one’s difficulty with organization, memory, concentration, time direction, perception, and/or sequencing. Neurodiversity refers to disorders including Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Tourette’s Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD),...