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Limited Information in PLISSIT: Clearing up Myths and Misconceptions
Learn about Limited Information, the second stage of the PLISSIT Model


Understanding Vaginismus: A Journey Toward Healing
Learn about what vaginismus is and how navigate the healing process.


Permission: The Most Important Stage in the PLISSIT Model
Learn about the first and most important stage of the PLISSIT Model.


Treating Low Desire: Overcoming Spectatoring
Learn what spectatoring is and how it can negatively impact desire.
Liora Bensoussan, Psy.D.
Dec 16, 2024


Simmering: A Slow-Burn Approach to Treating Low Desire
Learn how simmering can help address low desire.
Liora Bensoussan, Psy.D.
Dec 9, 2024


Treating Low Desire: The Role of Mindfulness
Learn about the role of mindfulness practice in addressing low desire.
Liora Bensoussan, Psy.D.
Nov 26, 2024


How we talk about sex impacts how we think about sex
How we define intercourse, sex, and intimacy impacts how we think about these concepts.
Shy Krug, Ph.D., CST
Jul 30, 2024


How Relearning how to Touch can Treat Low Desire
Learn about how low desire can be addressed by re-learning how to touch.
Liora Bensoussan, Psy.D.
Jul 22, 2024


Get to know your hormones!
Learn how the different hormones impact sexual health.
Shy Krug, Ph.D., CST
Jul 15, 2024


Supporting Sexual Health: Living with Diabetes
Learn about the impact diabetes has on sexual health and how to support sexual wellness.
Shy Krug, Ph.D., CST
Apr 15, 2024


Sex 101: Intercourse Should NOT be Painful
Learn about why some women struggle with pain with intercourse.
Liora Bensoussan, Psy.D.
Apr 1, 2024


Willing vs. Wanting
Learn about the role of willing and wanting when it comes to sex
Ayden Ferstenberg, Psy.D.
Aug 15, 2023


An introduction to the PLISSIT model and how it is used in sex therapy
Learn what the PLISSIT model is and how it's used in sex therapy
Shy Krug, Ph.D., CST
Aug 1, 2023


It's not a "me" problem, it's a "we" problem
Why it's beneficial to see a sexual health difficulty as a "we" issue instead of a "me" issue.
Ayden Ferstenberg, Psy.D.
Jun 5, 2023


Let's talk about female sexual interest/arousal disorder (aka, "low desire")
What is female sexual interest/arousal disorder? Why does it happen? How can you address it?
Ayden Ferstenberg, Psy.D.
Mar 30, 2023


Can we PLEASE stop using the word "perform" to describe sexual function?
Learn why talking about "sexual performance" can actually damage your approach to a meaningful sexual relationship.
Shy Krug, Ph.D., CST
Mar 21, 2023


The "Gas" and "Brake" of the Sexual Self
Learn about the sexual excitation system and the sexual inhibition system and their role in desire and arousal.
Ayden Ferstenberg, Psy.D.
Feb 23, 2023


When orgasm isn't on the menu
Why orgasm can be difficult for some women and how to enhance your sexual experience.
Ayden Ferstenberg, Psy.D.
Jan 11, 2023


Understanding the sexual response cycle
Learn about the linear and non-linear sexual response cycles.
Ayden Ferstenberg, Psy.D.
Nov 21, 2022


Let's talk about vaginismus
Learn about what vaginismus is and isn't and how the myths about sex can impact vaginismus.
Ayden Ferstenberg, Psy.D.
Nov 1, 2022
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