Sex is often one of the most intimate parts of a relationship, but also one of the hardest to talk about. It can bring up feelings of shame, fear of rejection, or uncertainty about what’s “normal.” Our culture, media, and upbringing all shape our expectations about sex—but they don’t always leave us with realistic or helpful tools to navigate intimacy with a partner.

Sex therapy offers a space to pause and ask:
What does healthy sexuality actually look like for us?

One of the most common concerns we hear from couples is that intimacy has faded from their relationship. Whether due to stress, life changes, or simply falling out of the habit, many partners struggle with how to reignite their physical connection. When intimacy feels distant, the pressure to “fix” things quickly can feel overwhelming, but jumping straight back into sex isn’t always the best approach. Instead, we encourage couples to take a gradual, intentional path back to closeness through sensate focus activities.