Harnessing the Potential of Kink Exploration
It is Time to Explore! The world of kink is more intricate and nuanced than 50 Shades of Grey might have you think. Now that kink is dominant in our cultural conversations about sex, people are coming out of the woodwork to give it a try. The tips below can help beginners embrace their […]
Keeping Sex Fun While Trying to Conceive: A Sex Therapist’s Guide to Staying Connected
Trying to conceive starts as an exciting chapter. But what happens when baby-making sex begins to feel more like a task than a source of pleasure and connection? As a sex therapist offering virtual sex therapy, I often work with couples who are surprised by how much fertility challenges can impact their relationship, intimacy, and […]
Deconstructing for Better Sex | Virtual Sex Therapy Los Angeles
So many adults grew up in conservative, religious communities that imbued their upbringing with shame and sex-negative messaging. Coming of age in the church impacts countless facets of your life, and it’s not surprising when those principles show up in the bedroom. The ideas of purity, sin, and misogynistic views of sex can stick with […]
Elevated Oral Skills for the Giver and Receiver
What’s the difference between an everyday oral encounter and one of the best orgasms you’ve ever had? Sometimes it’s a confluence of novelty, a trusted partner, and your mood; other times, it’s the skill of the giver. Yet, enthusiasm for oral sex can often be derailed by things like body shame, a lack of trust […]
The Ultimate Blow Job: Oral Sex That Doesn’t Suck
When it comes to sex skills, there’s always room for improvement. If you’re as eager to blow your partner’s mind as you are their genitals, try the tips below to give them the ultimate blow job. Get Comfortable Sometimes, what ruins oral sex is that the receiver can’t get comfortable. Maybe they spend the whole […]
The Natural Solution for Better Ejaculation Control
Many different things can make you feel stuck in a pattern of early ejaculation. Tantric theory suggests that you can look inward to tap into your sexual energy, which is one of many ways you can help you control your ejaculation. Below are all-natural steps to lasting longer in bed. The Mind-Body Connection Sometimes, people […]
5 Ways to Keep Your Sex Life Spicy
Feeling a little blah about having sex with your partner lately? In long-term relationships, that’s not uncommon. In fact, it’s the number one problem couples struggle with when they arrive at my practice. Typically, the flame hasn’t gone out, but if you don’t know what’s smothering it, you can get stuck in a cycle of […]
When Intimacy Fades: Understanding the Impact of a Sexless Relationship
Many people enter relationships expecting intimacy to naturally sustain itself. In the beginning, connection often feels effortless. Over time, however, stress, parenting, medical issues, emotional distance, and unresolved conflict can slowly push intimacy to the margins. As a psychologist, I frequently work with individuals and couples who say, “We love each other, but something is […]
Everything You Need to Know About Sleep Sex, AKA Sexsomnia
You may have heard of sexsomnia on the news, perhaps in a forensic light. Maybe someone claimed to have sexsomnia before engaging in inappropriate sexual behavior to get out of a sentence. But is there empirical evidence to support the fact that this is a real disorder? Let’s discuss what science has to say about […]
The Shroom Boom: A Guide to Psychedelic-Integrated Therapy
Psychedelic-assisted treatment is all the rage, yet psilocybin’s history of healing long pre-dates its newfound relevance in modern medicine. What does the field of psychology have to say about its effectiveness? Let’s discuss the benefits and risks of this newly recognized therapeutic treatment option. Why Psychedelics Have Burst Onto the Therapy Scene Most people know […]