Sex / Sexuality

Sex and sexuality are perfectly natural. It just so happens that they are often sublimated, mediated, augmented and subjugated by cultural, political, social and religious norms. Technological advancements can contribute to potentially unrelenting dissatisfaction. Making time for open dialogue respects this vital aspect of our human experience.

Whether anxiety about sex, uncertainty about sexual orientation, or conflicted about sexual desire, people can feel isolated and unable to talk with anyone about questions and concerns related to sex and sexuality. Impotence, lack of drive, or a seemingly out of control sexual drive, sex may seem too dangerous to discuss with family, friends, or clergy. Shame, guilt, or moral dilemmas can silence discussion of sexual reproduction or the pleasures associated with masturbation and our sexual fantasies, even with supportive friends or romantic partners. To make matters worse, medical or clinical professionals – with our biological and emotional health in mind – may shy away from the topics of sex and sexuality unless comfortable themselves with a wide range of options, information, knowledge and experience.

Certified as a sex therapist and a member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, & Therapists (AASECT) and the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality (SSSS), knowledge of best practices for how to integrate sexuality into relational discussions is a welcome set of topics.