Bipolar Disorder and Sexuality
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by intense highs and lows, often referred to as manic and depressive episodes. In a manic episode, an individual may experience intense euphoria, a persistent irritable mood, or an unusually energetic mood. In a depressive bipolar episode, individuals may experience feelings of “sadness, loss, or anger that interfere”…
Can Sex Therapy Help A Sexless Marriage?
Most people in marriages spend their relationships searching for the secrets to a happy and healthy marriage. As a progressive sex therapy practice, we at Respark know that one of the secrets to a healthy marriage is a strong intimacy bond. It’s important to remember that intimacy does not mean sex! Intimacy looks different in…
Definitions of BDSM and Kink
The terms kink and BDSM are often used to describe sex that is not vanilla or quote-on-quote traditional. When it comes to the actual definitions of the terms, there are differences between the two! Kink is defined as “anything outside of intercourse-based sex between two monogamous partners, particularly when it includes non-traditional desires and fantasies.”…
Sex Outside the Lines Review
The United States has historically had an issue with sex, and everything related to it. Whether it is through legislation related to gender or sexuality, or normed practices of targeting individuals because of their sexual behaviors such as kink or BDSM, the message is clear: everyone must conform to the heteronormative, monogamous, dual-parent, “vanilla” sex…
Chasing Pleasure through Compulsive Buying
Shopping has become second nature. It’s not only an activity, it’s a lifestyle. It can be a physical way to process emotions, both good and bad. Just got a promotion? Well, you need a few new pieces in your wardrobe! Just got fired? The mall has pretzels and your favorite stores, you’ll find peace there….
Sex Therapy for Individuals
Sex therapy usually manifests in our heads as an amalgamation of couple’s counseling and traditional, regimented therapy, but sex therapy for individuals is more popular than ever. To many of us, sex therapy is a space where two (or more) people can meet, sort through some of their collective issues, and attempt to repair (or…
Caroline Lee – More About
As a therapist, my primary goal is to hold a space for my clients that is safe, encouraging, and judgment-free. I believe that to create this space I need to bring compassion and empathy, kindness and honesty. I use an integrative and holistic approach to therapy that meets the client where they are. I believe…
Sex Club Etiquette
There’s a common misconception that sex clubs are a place where manners don’t exist. Going off of this belief, individuals also tend to believe those attending sex clubs “to be sex-crazed and unsatisfied individuals searching for pop sex bodies.” (fantasyapp) This is not the case! While sex clubs are places of both work and pleasure-…
Intimacy Devices: Materials and Best Uses
Intimacy devices (commonly known as sex toys) have been made since the dawn of humankind. Ancient stone dildos have been unearthed, showing that humans have always been extremely resourceful when in the mood! Throughout the years, the designs and materials have changed and evolved, making the ever-growing sea of products even more complicated to traverse….
Not All Sex Therapists Have to be Kinky
There are many professionals in the sexual health industry who practice sex therapy, and many of them list kink/BDSM as an area of expertise. Sex therapists who work with individuals in the kink/ BDSM community do not always practice kink/ BDSM in their personal lives. So no, sex therapists do not have to be kinky!…