Navigating Intimacy: A Sex Therapist's Guide to Opening Up Conversations
Unlock the secrets of intimacy with expert advice! Explore 'Navigating Intimacy: A Sex Therapist's Guide to Opening Up Conversations.' Dive into the challenges couples face when discussing sex and discover why it's crucial for a healthy relationship. Make watching TV shows, movies, and podcasts a tool for sparking essential conversations—navigate intimacy together for a more satisfying relationship!"
Unveiling Anthrocon’s Magic: A First-Timer’s Dive into Pittsburgh’s Furry Frenzy
As a sex therapist, take my first deep dive into Pittsburgh’s Furry Community via Anthrocon! Such an incredible and fun experience.
Using the Try Guys to Teach Clients BDSM
The Try Guys are diving in and teaching/exploring BDSM with impact play. Make sure to check it out and learn more as they educate and explore a lot about the community.
First Date Experiences: Navigating the Path to Connection
First Date Experiences can be really awkward and sometimes stressful, in this article we go over a few tips for making the best out of your first date experience and navigating connection.
7 Tips for Connecting with Emotionally Unavailable Partners
There are many ways to understand and find strategies to cope with emotionally unavailable partners but context matters. There are seven tips that can help build that gap with your partner(s).
A Lack of Sex Isn’t The End All Be All
A lack of sex shouldn’t be seen as the terrible thing that society has pushed us to think. It isn’t something that is “incurable.” Here are some tips and advice from a sex therapist to help you and your partner(s) navigate a lack of sex.
Tips from A Sex Therapist on Long-Distance Dating
Long distance dating can be challenging and personal. Each situation can be unique to the individuals and their needs. These tips and tricks provided by a sex therapist can help you navigate those challenges and might even foster a better relationship.
A Perspective on Erectile Dysfunction from the Death, Sex, and Money Podcast
When clients come to me grieving the loss of erections, a 3-part podcast series always comes to mind by Death, Sex, and Money with Anna Sale.
OhNut: A Sex Therapists Review
A sex therapist's review on Ohnut, a tool used in the bedroom to ease painful sex due to painful conditions like endometriosis or simply having a partner who is a little too big for comfort.
Out of Network Benefits with Passion Lab Pittsburgh
Confused or unsure about Out of Network (OON) benefits? Here is how to determine if you have them or not.
Book Reflection: Trans*Ally Workbook
“ Everything you need to know about trans allyship, this workbook will help you to understand the trans communities and build skills to support the trans people in your life. “
What Could Possibly Be Better Than Sex? Meth.
“ Some may say it is better than sex but we beg to differ. If the point hasn’t been made clear yet this blog post is not about glamorizing methamphetamines. Ironically, long-term use of methamphetamines actually destroys one’s sex life. “
Sex Education at an English Cram School or Opportunity Missed?
“ Oh wow, cram school, look at you feeling comfortable mentioning porn. This was a pleasant surprise. I take the stance that if students are here to learn English, we might as well teach them English. Words that might be an uncomfortable topic, like pornography, shouldn't be avoided (when age appropriate). “
The Importance of Sexual Safety
“ Sexual Safety is very important and understanding why people might not have it is equally as important. The root of my difficulties in talking about sexuality and sexual empowerment is that people need to be and feel safe before that conversation can happen. “
The Privilege of Sex Therapy
“ Many people, even mental health counselors, aren’t comfortable talking about sex making me an asset. I knew that I could be the queer, trans, kink, poly inclusive, and confirming mental health counselor for the agency. I wanted to tap into a sensitive, vulnerable part of self that needs more attention in therapy. “
Mindful Sex
“In these moments sex isn't fulfilling. Our bodies are on autopilot. We're going through the motions, but we're detached from our bodies, our partner(s), and our pleasure. Is this kind of sex worth having?”
The Story of Dennis Jo (And Why You Might Need Your Own Dennis Jo!)
“ I want to tell you a story about grief, loss, and a plant. Not a plant with hallucinogenic properties, not one you can smoke, just a house plant that gave me comfort in a time of need. “