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...
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...
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...
Do you currently feel, or have you ever felt like you were struggling to have a connection with your body? Somatic sex therapy can help you with feeling more connected to your sexuality and what you are experiencing in your body at any given time. First, What...
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...
Sexuality is a beautiful and deeply personal aspect of our lives. Even though partnered sex typically takes center stage when we talk about intimacy, it's important to remember that solo sex (or masturbation) has its own vital role in having a healthy relationship...
There is a common and damaging belief that individuals who live with disabilities do not or cannot experience sexual pleasure, desire, sexual functioning, intimacy, or build healthy sexual relationships in the same ways as their able-bodied peers. These beliefs are...
Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a challenging condition, as it impacts not just physical health but also mental well-being and one’s sense of self. It is not limited to a physical experience of “just losing” an erection. The experience of ED can cause you to...
Rules, agreements, and boundaries — concepts that we have heard but do we truly understand what they are? Most fall into dating scripts that do not include intentionality. This is oftentimes due to living in a society that is based on compulsive monogamous...