Episode Notes Much like tending to a garden, improving intimacy in your relationship will require occasional pruning, trimming and de-weeding. Let's target the behaviors that you'd like to remove from your pattern - and replace them with something more beneficial. Need Support? For residents of Georgia and Arizona, schedule a time for me to call you for a consult here: myintimacytherapist.com/contact

Episode Notes Themes: responsive desire, sexual intimacy, intimacy issues With responsive desire, you may first think of the "problem" at play: whether or not you want to have sex. But I'd like to approach this from another angle: what do you like when you do have sex? Let's talk. Next Steps Schedule a 15-minute phone consult for sex therapy (Arizona or Georgia residents): https://www.myintimacytherapist.com/hello Sign up for emails: myintimacytherapist.com

Episode Notes Having difficulty reaching orgasm is more common than you'd think. Let's talk about some reasons that you may be experiencing anorgasmia - and what you can do next! Next Steps Read a recap on anorgasmia here: myintimacytherapist.com/post/what-is-anorgasmia Schedule a 15-minute consultation for sex therapy here: myintimacytherapist.com/hello

Episode Notes __ The day-to-day of life can get a bit monotonous and stale, if less on autopilot. Let's talk about ways to add more energy and lightheartedness to your relationship! A bit of a refresh, if you will. Work with Me Schedule a 15-minute consultation for individual or couples therapy here Follow @myintimacytherapist on Instagram __

Episode Notes Themes: anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, intimacy, narrative therapy __ We don't like discomfort. And relationally, we tend to do anything in our power to avoid it. We'll intellectualize, we'll busy ourselves, we'll shut down... But the intimacy that you want is on the other side of confronting your discomfort. Let's talk about it. Work With Me Schedule a 15-minute consultation for in-person (Atlanta) or telehealth individual/couples therapy: www.calendly.com/sadeferrier/counselingconsultation Download free resources on my website: myintimacytherapist.com

Episode Notes Themes: relationship issues, control issues, anxiety __ "I feel like sometimes I have to be your mother." If you can relate to this phrase in your relationship, you may already be feeling the impact of this dynamic: constant irritability, high stress, and (of course) the complete lack of a sex drive. Let's talk about it.

Episode Notes Themes: sexual intimacy issues, responsive desire In this short & sweet episode, I talk you through ways to identify what warms you up sexually - even if intercourse feels "boring" or "neutral" to you. Work With Me Subscribe to the podcast for notifications when each new episode is available Schedule a 15-minute consultation for individual or couples sex therapy in Atlanta, GA: myintimacytherapist.com/hello

Episode Notes Themes: relationship issues, couples therapy, gratitude, mindfulness, four horseman (Dr. John Gottman) __ If your relationship is full of criticism, with few moments of gratitude or affirmation, we have a problem. For romance to thrive, a foundation of trust and genuine warmth is needed. Let's talk about it. Work with Me Subscribe to the podcast for alerts when new episodes are released Want to stay more closely updated? Visit myintimacytherapist.com and sign up for emails Struggling to feel gratitude towards your spouse? Let's talk. Schedule a 15-minute consultation for individual or couples therapy on my website: myintimacytherapist.com

Episode Notes Themes: female sexuality, female libido, responsive desire, embodiment, sensuality Many women do not understand their sexual responsiveness, and will often compare themselves to how they meet (or don't meet) their husband's expectations. Let's talk about ways you can begin to understand the uniqueness of your body - rather than comparing to what you've heard from others. Work with Me Schedule a 15-minute sex therapy consultation call at myintimacytherapist.com

Episode Notes Themes: anxiety, intimacy issues, overwhelm __ If you are consistently overwhelmed or anxious, it will be harder to tap into your sexual desire - especially if you have responsive desire. Let's talk about the benefits of adding more negative space (or "blank space") to your daily routine. Want More? Schedule a 15-minute consultation for sex therapy in Atlanta, GA Follow @myintimacytherapist on Instagram Read more or download free resources on my website: myintimacytherapist.com