Specializing in Couples and Sex Therapy
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…
What makes a marriage truly strong and lasting? While every couple is unique, there are certain foundational elements that healthy marriages tend to have in common. Whether you’re newlyweds or years into your relationship, strengthening your foundation is key to long-term love and satisfaction. Building a strong marriage doesn’t happen by accident — it takes…
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…
I often have clients that come into my office and tell tales of dissatisfying sexual experiences. Sometimes these are due to lack of experience, but often these situations are due to unrealistic expectations and/or a lack of knowledge. Let’s face it, while we see sex all over in television, music, magazines; it is still taboo…
Destination: (Adult) Toyland Questions to ask yourselves: Do we want to take the surface roads only (avoid penetration)? If yes, (FOR THE LADIES) stick with a vibrating toy with several speed settings that are flat and have edges that are different sizes so that it can be used on different body parts. (FOR THE GUYS)…
In Christian counseling, the foundation of the therapeutic process is the belief that God offers hope and healing in the midst of hurt and brokenness. While my training is in Christian counseling, many of my clients do not specifically identify with Christianity. It is my goal to work with each client to help them understand…
Communication is important in any relationship we are a part of, but because the nature of a romantic relationship leads us to be more vulnerable to one another, it becomes especially valuable. Communication can help us set the foundation of a healthy relationship. It allows us to feel supported, heard, respected, and on the same…
Ladies- you may want to forward this to your man As soon as someone finds out that I am a therapist who focuses on sex therapy the inevitable question arises, “How do I get my girlfriend/wife to have more sex?” I usually laugh and say, “Go do the dishes.” In all seriousness, it is no…