Sexual Health and Intimacy
What is Sex Therapy?
You remember the feelings when you were first together and the sparks were flying. As time goes on, sex becomes less frequent and the romance and passion have waned.
Sometimes you think….
Our marriage feels more like a friendship than a sizzling and passionate relationship.
We just cannot get on the same page when it comes to sex.
You are not alone. Even the strongest of marriages can experience intimacy issues.
We as humans have a basic need for attachment, connection, and touch. When we find that is missing in our most intimate relationship, we are often left feeling lonely, empty, and dissatisfied. Sex and intimacy are an important part of any healthy relationship. Healthy sexuality is an essential part of our overall emotional and physical well-being.
Sometimes the last thing we want to do is talk about sex, especially if there is a problem. There is a common stigma around mental health and talking about sex is almost taboo. sex therapy is designed to help you and your partner discuss issues that are prohibiting sexual satisfaction and how to resolve those issues. There are many issues that can affect our sexual health (both physical and emotional), including low libido, erectile dysfunction, past or present abuse, shame, stress, mental health conditions, different levels of desire, unsatisfying sexual stimulation, and many others. But what most people do not realize is that they are not alone. 43%of women and 31% of men report some degree of sexual dysfunction. The best thing couples can do for their relationship? Seek sex therapy to identify problems and get to the root of the issue.
couples therapy or sex therapy allows you and your partner to discuss these issues in a supportive environment. In a typical session, we discuss and learn each partner’s feelings about sex and satisfaction, including wants and desires. Then we explore other issues like establishing open communication and looking at other areas that may be causing distress in the relationship. We focus on becoming mindful so each partner can be aware of their sexual being, inside and outside the bedroom. If there are physical issues that need to be addressed outside of therapy, a referral will be made to an appropriate medical doctor.
** Disclosure** Sex is only talked about with your therapist. No sexual acts will be performed with or in front of your therapist.
You and your partner can have a passionate relationship!
Learn to reignite that spark and truly connect with your partner. Discussing issues about your sexual health can help you and your partner reconnect intimately and safely explore your sexual desires. Evidence-based therapies will be used during your therapy Session, including the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Based Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. No two relationships are alike, which is why each therapy session is catered to the unique individual and their needs. I’m here to help you and your partner identify tools that can help you maintain a healthy and fulfilling sexual connection, and bring you closer than ever.
What if you could have the relationship you’ve always craved? If you’d like me to show you how, please contact me today for an appointment.