One of the most common questions I get from premarital couples is “Do you think we should get married?” Couples are eager for external affirmation that they are compatible, and that their relationship will withstand the test of time. If you find yourself wondering whether or not you should put a ring on it, here…
Let’s face it, we are human. There are times a sexual experience is better than others, but we just can’t put our finger on what worked better this time around. The reason for this is- we are not machines! When it comes to sexuality not every experience will look like the last or the next…
Recently, Houston Relationship Therapy was invited to cohost a screening of a new movie coming out called Sex Tape, starring Cameron Diaz and Jason Segal. Previews for the comedy depict a married couple that makes a sex tape. This tape then gets accidently uploaded to the cloud and sent out to several people. The married…
Below are answers to many of the questions I get asked in regards to pornography and porn addiction: Aren’t all men porn addicts? Or Doesn’t every male watch porn? The simple answer is “no” to both questions; not every male watches pornography and not every male becomes addicted to pornography. However, there is a high…
Bringing the sexy back: Are there steps you and your partner can take to set the stage for more sexy interactions? YES! I often have couples looking for ways to break the habits that led to a less sexy relationship. Whether the habits are due to convenience or even comfort, they can be changed! Below…
I came across the following fun fact this week: “The typical cloud may look nice and fluffy, but, in reality, it weighs 1.1 million pounds.” It got me thinking about the happiest relationships I have known. These partners are the ones that consistently do “the work” for their relationships. While their relationships may look fun…
In today’s culture, many times we live glued to a screen. We wake up and reach for our smart phones, immediately checking email and social media. Many people spend their days at the computer, and come home to watch TV. While we’re learning to connect with people virtually, are we still connecting well when we’re…
Do you feel disconnected from your partner even though you know there is love in your relationship? Do you feel like there is something missing in your relationship, but not sure what that thing is? Here are some steps and pointers you and your partner can try to rejuvenate and enhance your relationship. Date each…
Oh No! It’s not working – Again! Effects of Erectile Dysfunction on both the self and the partner. Once upon a time many people thought that erectile dysfunction only affected older men or men with prostate or testosterone issues. However, most of the men I have seen struggling with erectile issues are in their 30’s.…
“Afterwards I kept thinking, ‘Did that just happen?’” I hear this phrase from nearly every person that walks through my door and tells me about being sexually assaulted. But what is sexual assault? Sexual assault is defined as “any type of sexual activity that you do not agree to. It can be verbal, visual, or…