Exploring BDSM: Starting Small and Embracing Playfulness
Think BDSM is all chains and whips? Think again. It can start with something as simple as a feather or your pinky. Learn how to explore BDSM gently, focusing on sensations and connection.
Spice Things Up: How to Start Talking About Sex Without the Stress
When it comes to addressing sexual concerns with your partner, timing and tone are everything. Instead of discussing sensitive topics in the heat of the moment, choose a relaxed setting, approach with curiosity, and keep the conversation short and collaborative. These simple shifts can transform how you connect and communicate, paving the way for deeper intimacy.
When You Want to Want It: Navigating Desire and Self-Compassion
Struggling with desire can leave you feeling confused and self-critical. But you're not broken. This article explores the reasons behind low desire and offers practical steps to reconnect with your capacity for pleasure.
Getting Comfortable With the Awkward Side of Sex
Sex is messy, and that's okay. Awkward moments—from unexpected noises to vulnerable angles—are a normal part of intimacy. Learn why embracing these moments can actually deepen your connection and lead to more satisfying experiences.
When “Falling Into Yourself” Feels Hard: Expanding Pleasure Beyond Time Limits
Feeling pressured during intimate moments is common. Many of us have been conditioned to believe pleasure is a race against the clock. But it doesn't have to be. Learn to let go of time constraints and expand your experience of pleasure with practical tips for deeper connection and presence.
Stress, Rewards, and Attachment
Stress, rewards, and attachment significantly impact sexual well-being. Sex counseling integrates neuroscience and attachment theory to help individuals and couples navigate these complex connections. Stress can trigger reward-seeking behaviors, including sexual activity, but chronic stress can also inhibit desire and intimacy. By understanding how stress affects the brain and body, and how attachment patterns influence relationships, sex therapy can help you improve communication, enhance intimacy, and create more fulfilling sexual experiences.