Posts by Michelle

While it is important to note that not all pornography is created equal and some porn can be harmful, due to unethical production practices—not all pornography is bad. Whether you’re consuming ethically made porn via a subscription or through a paywall, or simply free, mainstream porn, the act of watching is common and is a…

Though many of us wish, marriage and relationships are not simple. Hardships and various issues are normal in all relationships but can be especially present with our significant partners. When facing a conflict in your relationship, remember two things: you are not alone nor the first to have struggled in a relationship, which is why…

What is Sex Therapy? Sex therapy is a specialized skill set within the therapy field. While many therapists can and do discuss sexual concerns with a client, few are certified in the field or have relevant past experience in the field. All of the therapists at Respark have completed or are enrolled in the Sexual…

After giving birth, sex may be one of the last things on your mind, as you’re currently consumed with caring for your new child and dealing with all of the life changes that one experiences postpartum. There are a lot of changes that your body may go through both during and after the experience of…

No matter how sexually compatible a couple maybe, communication and compromise are an integral part of developing and maintaining a successful sex life within a relationship. Sexual preferences and desires can change shift over time, meaning partners may want different things from each other at any given time, something that is a normal and healthy…

During a tantric sex session, the primary aim is to be present at the moment in order to achieve a greater and more sensual sexual experience. This article will aim to explore what tantric sex is, what happens within a tantra session, get to know your body and your partner’s body, and give a brief…

One would think that any portrayal of BDSM on TV or in films would then include consent and clear communication between all BDSM participants. If one were to watch the film Fifty Shades of Grey, they would see that they were wrong in their thought process and that BDSM is heavily misrepresented. Fifty Shades of…

If attending a sex therapy session is dipping your toes into the world of sex, embarking on some sex therapy retreats is jumping right into the deep end. These experiences are relatively uncommon but are growing in the field of sex education. Oftentimes, these retreats combine elements of meditation, massage, personal growth, and discovery, and…

Sex therapy can be beneficial for individuals going through any kind of gender transition. Whether you’re looking to change your gender identity entirely or you simply want to explore your relationship with gender, a sex therapist can be an excellent resource for you. The reality is that gender is a complicated construct, and most individuals…

The Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (or PACT) centers around a set of principles that are grounded in relationship fairness, mutuality, and safety, what PACT therapists call secure functioning. PACT therapy works on strengthening the secure functioning within your relationship to foster a bond rooted in what’s best for everyone rather than just focusing on…