Episode Notes Themes: sexual intimacy, physical intimacy, sex therapy Your energy levels are a huge part of sexual desire; but often, we expect ourselves to function like machines without taking the bigger picture into account. In this episode, I breakdown ways for you to think about - and manage - your mental and emotional energy before considering sexual intimacy. Work with Me Download free resources on the website: myintimacytherapist.com Schedule a 15-minute consultation here

Episode Notes Themes: relationship maintenance, couples therapy, relationship needs It makes sense that we focus on our needs first and foremost. But often times, we do this at the expense of caring for what our spouse desires in the relationship. Let's talk about it. Ready to Work Together? Schedule a consult on my website | For residents of GA (or those interesting in traveling to ATL for a therapeutic intensive) Follow @myintimacytherapist on Instagram Download resources for relationship and sexual health at myintimacytherapist.com

Episode Notes Themes: communication issues, communication skills, emotional intimacy, sexual intimacy, sex therapy, couples therapy Before you think about jumping into the bed, consider this: does your daily emotional connection also reflect that level of closeness? In this episode, we talk about why you may be accustomed to emotional chaos in your relationship - and what you can do today to start changing dysfunctional patterns. Work with Me Schedule a consult for therapy (For residents of Georgia or those who are willing to travel for an intensive): myintimacytherapist.com/hello Has the podcast helped you? Leave a review in your podcast app to send a shoutout my way!

Episode Notes Themes: sexual health, pelvic floor therapy, vaginismus Katie Moise is a pelvic floor physical therapist and the owner of ATL Pelvic Health, a specialty clinic in Atlanta dedicated exclusively to pelvic floor therapy. At ATL Pelvic Health, Katie and her team of physical and occupational therapists work one-on-one with patients to address a wide range of concerns—from pregnancy and postpartum recovery to chronic pelvic pain, urinary leakage, bowel dysfunction, and sexual health. The clinic also offers Pilates and small group Reformer classes, which complement therapy and provide patients with movement strategies they can carry into everyday life. Katie is passionate about breaking the stigma surrounding pelvic health and making it a conversation everyone feels comfortable having. Through her clinic’s personalized, whole-body approach, she and her team are redefining what pelvic health care looks like in Atlanta. Resources Mentioned The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D The Kiwi - Use Discount Code STRETCHY for 15% off, HSA/FSA compatible ATL Pelvic Health - Work with Katie Website: ATLPelvicHealth.com/connect Instagram: @atlpelvichealth

Episode Notes Themes: communication issues, sexual issues This is quite common in sex therapy: couples describe that talking about sex looks more like arguing about sex. But...this isn't sexy. Let's talk about it. Sex Therapy in Atlanta, GA To work with me, schedule a consult at myintimacytherapist.com Not ready to schedule, but want to look around? Check out the resource library

Episode Notes Themes: couples therapy, motivation for change, stages of change When deciding to go to therapy, it is common (and totally acceptable) to be unsure about what you want or need. However, if you are looking for progress and change, an investment of time and energy will be mandatory. Let's talk about what happens when you do (and don't) invest in the process of therapy. Ready to Begin Therapy? Schedule a consultation at myintimacytherapist.com To stay connected, sign up for emails here

Episode Notes Themes: spontaneous vs responsive drive, sex therapy, desire discrepancy For those who have responsive drive, you may resonate with feeling irritable when your spouse "bothers you" for sex while you are in the middle of a task, or when you are tired at the end of the day. This episode covers once huge lifestyle shift that will improve your ability to be less irritable and more open to connection: TRANSITION TIME! Work with me I offer individual and couples therapy sessions in-person in Atlanta, Georgia and online to all Georgia residents. Schedule a therapy consultation here or on my website myintimacytherapist.com Stay in Tune Not ready to begin working together but like listening in? Follow me on Instagram @myintimacytherapist Subscribe to this podcast in your podcast app!

Episode Notes In July of 2025, I officially started my private practice, My Intimacy Therapist, in Atlanta, Georgia for sex therapy and intimacy issues. I created this space for those who are struggling with: anxiety and control low or high sex drive (compared to their significant other) trouble getting "in the mood" due to pain during sex communication that gets you stuck in cycles of blow ups or shut downs generational patterns that you will be the first to break overwhelmingly busy lives that suffocate sex and intimacy If you can relate, welcome. Podcast topics will continue to cover these themes - but of course, the My Intimacy Therapist Podcast does not serve as therapeutic advice or relationship. If you would like to take these "food for thought" episodes a bit further, I invite you to visit my website myintimacytherapist.com and/or schedule a 15-minute phone consultation here.

Episode Notes Themes: broken trust, relationship issues, sexual intimacy In this episode, we discuss common themes in broken trust around sexual intimacy in a relationship. Take it a Step Further Work with me by scheduling a consultation at myintimacytherapist.com Share this episode with your spouse or a close friend as a deep-dive conversation-starter!

Episode Notes Themes: sexual intimacy, communication It is not uncommon for couples to get hot and heavy, and somewhere in the middle of kissing and touching, one spouse says "I'm sorry....", sometimes followed by an explanation of something that has gone wrong. In this episode, we dive into some of the reasons why we feel the need to apologize - and I offer a practical strategy to use instead. Next Steps Share this episode with a friend or with your significant other! Leave a 5-star review in your podcast app if you find this episode helpful Get free resources or schedule a consultation on my website: myintimacytherapist.com