Specializing in Couples and Sex Therapy
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…
One of the most common innocent complaints I get from both my male and female clients is that their partner doesn’t smell, taste, feel as clean as they would like. Fortunately, it is an easy fix (for most of them). If you or your partner are struggling with this sensitive topic, keep these everyday items…
I often have clients ask me what my thoughts are on masturbation when in a healthy and satisfying relationship. Does it make sense? Should I be doing this? Am I disconnecting from my satisfying relationship? Masturbation is not reserved only for those who lack a romantic partner. In addition to the health benefits, a moderate dose of self pleasuring…
1. Start Early. I get it. You work long, hard hours. You get home and just want to rest – eat dinner, have a drink, watch some tv, and before you know it, you and your partner are both too tired for sex. One remedy for this is to make love in the morning. Right…
When I see engaged couples, we talk about marriage using the imagery of a building. Each couple works to lay the foundation of that building with love, respect, trust, and safety. In our Get It Right program, we work to open communication in different areas of the relationship, as well as identify any cracks in…
DO – keep up your dates! I often get asked the question, “What should our dates look like?” This is completely up to you and your partner. It can be a day date, night date, weekend, or weekday date! Making sure that you and your significant other are investing in the importance of dates…