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Published May 7, 2020

249: All About Sex Therapy

Licensed professional counselor Wendi Dumbroff reveals the transformative power of sex therapy, emphasizing emotional connection and the redefinition of intimacy. Through practical strategies and insights into relationship dynamics, she empowers couples to enhance their sexual lives and rebuild emotional and physical bonds.
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  • Willingness

    Exploring the concept of willingness in relationships reveals its potential to transform desire. explains that willingness can lead to responsive desire, where initial reluctance turns into genuine interest and enjoyment 1. This approach can be particularly beneficial when partners have differing levels of desire, allowing them to find common ground 2.

    Willingness is a big deal, and it can be applied to a lot of things. It can be applied to dieting. It can be applied to...with sex, you get a benefit. Right? You realize that if you just be willing to, desire can follow.

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    By embracing willingness, couples can enhance their connection and intimacy, even when desire is not initially present.

       

    Mindful Touch

    Mindful touch exercises offer a pathway to deepen intimacy and understanding between partners. introduces these exercises as a way to reconnect physically and emotionally, especially for couples who may have lost touch over time 3. These exercises focus on the present moment, encouraging partners to be aware of their thoughts and feelings during the process 4.

    This is not about giving the best hand massage. This is about...it becomes a mindful exercise in touch.

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    By practicing mindful touch, couples can address underlying issues and foster a more profound sense of closeness and trust.

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