Sexual Issues

A healthy relationship requires a balance between a couple's sexual relationship and their emotional connection.  For some, a happy sex life is the first thing to suffer when relationship problems arise.  For others, it is the last remaining bond a couple can share when all else fails.

Sexual problems are often symptoms of other issues within a relationship that you may wish to talk to a counselor about.  When the lines of communication are closed and you and your partner feel resentment toward one other, it can be difficult to be open sexually. In essence, feeling "emotionally numb" in your relationship often leads to feeling "sexually numb" toward your partner.

Many couples in sexual counseling and marriage therapy complain of frequency discrepancies.  One partner may feel that having sex once per week is adequate, while the other may feel that anything less than daily sex falls short of his or her expectations.  Frequency discrepancies are often resolved (with the assistance of a counselor) through compromise so that the needs of both partners can be met.

There are a number of other reasons why couples seek sexual counseling. Some of those reasons are: low sexual desire, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, sex that has become too routine, disagreements as to who should initiate sex, discomfort regarding sexual fantasies, and dealing with sex after an affair.

Healthy sexual expression also requires that you feel good about yourself.  If you were abused, neglected, or have a poor self image, it can be difficult to trust even those closest to you.

If you are struggling with any of the above mentioned sexual issues, we are here to help.

If you or your partner would like to talk with someone in a confidential environment, please contact us today for a free consultation and ask to speak with Kimberley Harris, Ray Robinson, Jennifer Reed, or Chris Berger.