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GTK (Getting to Know) Austin Respark Sex Therapist, Vielca McBride
Vielca grew up under the education of a psychiatrist (her dad) that promoted critical thinking since she was a child. Her upbringing and the combination of natural curiosity led her to question the ambiguity of how sex is presented in our society. Sex is promoted everywhere from social media to shows to advertisements. However, accessible spaces…
Read MoreSpicing up Your Solo Sexuality
Recently in August 2020, our founder and director Heather McPherson was featured in the Huff Post’s article about how to spice up your solo-sex life. This article featured many sexuality professionals and their opinions and expertise on how someone can create a hotter solo sexuality. According to Heather, some of the key ways to spice…
Read More5 Reasons Why Talking About Money Can Improve Your Sex Life | Zeta
By Taylor Spaziani, Respark Clinical Manager On November 9th, 2020 Respark Therapy and Sexual Health Alliance’s founder and director, Heather McPherson, was featured in Zeta’s article about why talking about money can improve your sex life (Goldwert, 2020). Lindsay Goldwert discusses in this article how our sexuality and our financials are similar. Both of…
Read MoreRespark Coach, Malia Scott: Favorite Parts of Telehealth Coaching
Malia Scott is one of our worldwide coaches and soon to be our Denver, Colorado therapist. She started with Respark while obtaining her graduate degree in clinical counseling. Malia is also in the Sexual Health Alliance Sex Therapy Certification Program. She recently opened up about how moving all her coaching clients to an online format…
Read MoreRobyn’s Favorite Parts of Telehealth Therapy
Robyn Flores:, our amazing Texas and Colorado therapist recently shared her most favorite things she has discovered about working with clients through telehealth therapy through the season of our global pandemic. Robyn’s favorite thing about online therapy with couples specifically is experiencing a glimpse into their element; working with them on their own couch…
Read MoreThe Definition of Sex Therapy, NOT according to Grey’s anatomy
We love Grey’s Anatomy. Like rewatching all the seasons, kind of love. The characters are intriguing and storylines keep us on the edge of our seats and we look forward to Thursdays with anticipation and glee. The writers are typically very progressive, forward-thinking and have also been tackling the issues of race in America for…
Read MoreJamie Mayo-Buttry’s Favorite Parts of Telehealth
Jamie Mayo-Buttry, one of our brilliant Texas therapists, recently discussed her favorite parts about meeting with clients online during the global pandemic. Jamie has found telehealth to be a surprisingly awesome experience. Since therapists are not social workers, we typically do not get to see how people live. We only hear about it. There is…
Read MoreCovid-19 Therapy – Respark Support Group Tips for a Better Life #1
On Friday, March 27th, 2020 we held our very first Respark Support Group to support those struggling through the trying times of the COVID-19 Pandemic. From our support group, we shared personal stories and struggles and exchanged strategies and techniques for how to stay uplifted during this time. Below are some resources from…
Read More7 Completely New Ideas to Re-Spark your relationship when there is a mismatch in desire or sexual interests
Sexual differences and desire mismatch (where one partner want more sex -or different kind of sex- than the other) are arguably the most common issues that couples encounter. It’s also a very common concern clients come looking for help with here at Respark. While some of these ideas might seem difficult without a trained professional…
Read MoreZanna Haney Stevanovic’s Favorite Parts of Telehealth Therapy
Zanna Haney Stevanovic, one of our best Texas therapists, recently shared with us her most surprisingly favorite parts of working with clients through telehealth therapy, also known as mental-telehealth therapy. Zanna mentioned her favorite thing about online therapy is how accessible it makes therapy to clients. She is now able to see clients that…
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