10 Reasons Why Sex Therapy Makes Your Relationship Better!
Sex therapy isn’t just good for your sex life — it’s not all about sex all the time!
In relationships where the sexual aspect is satisfying, it typically contributes to around 10% of overall relationship contentment. However, when the sexual connection is lacking, it can feel like it accounts for as much as 90% of overall relationship dissatisfaction.
If your sex life isn’t fulfilling for one or both partners, you may experience more relationship stress. Improving sexual connection and intimacy fosters an opportunity to enhance overall relationship satisfaction.
I’m here to help you talk about the elephant in the room in a safe, non-judgmental, collaborative environment.
I want everyone to have satisfying and safe sex!
Here are 10 reasons why sex therapy contributes to the flourishing of relationships:
1. Enhanced Communication
Sex therapy provides a structured and supportive space for couples to openly discuss their desires, preferences, and concerns. Improved communication fosters understanding and connection between partners in all aspects of the relationship, not just sex.
2. Increased Intimacy
Intimacy isn’t just about sex or physical touch — it comes from deep understanding and safety with your partner. Sex therapy helps couples explore emotional and physical intimacy, fostering a deeper bond. By understanding each other’s needs and desires, couples can build a more fulfilling relationship.
3. Addressing Sexual Dysfunction
Sex therapy can help individuals of all genders work through sexual difficulties. Addressing these challenges can alleviate stress and frustration, leading to a more satisfying and connected relationship.
4. Exploration of Sexual Preferences
Sex therapy encourages couples to explore and understand each other’s preferences, promoting a more satisfying and adventurous sex life. This exploration can lead to increased excitement and mutual satisfaction. Getting curious about your partner’s desires in a safe, non-judgmental environment fosters better communication outside the bedroom, too.
5. Understanding Desire Discrepancies
It’s completely normal for partners to have different levels of desire. No two people can be on the same page all the time. Sex therapy helps partners navigate these differences, finding compromises and strategies to maintain a healthy sexual connection that satisfies both individuals.
6. Stress Reduction
Relationship and sexual issues can contribute to overall stress levels. When you’re not satisfied with your sex life, it can feel like an unspoken tension between you and your partner. Sex therapy provides tools and strategies to manage stress related to sex and other aspects of your relationship, promoting a more harmonious and supportive connection.
7. Improving Body Image
Sex therapy can help address body image concerns that impact sexual satisfaction. By fostering a more positive and accepting attitude toward your body, you may feel more comfortable and confident in your intimate relationships. Even couples who have been together for years can struggle with feeling fully at ease in front of each other.
8. Overcoming Trauma or Past Experiences
For individuals or couples dealing with past trauma or negative sexual experiences, I provide a safe space to process and understand these challenges. Healing from past experiences can positively impact the present relationship and encourage open communication when something feels triggering.
9. Building Trust & Emotional Connection
Sexual dissatisfaction is rarely just about sex — there are often deeper, underlying factors. Sex therapy helps couples build trust and emotional connection by addressing these issues, strengthening intimacy, and improving overall relationship satisfaction.
10. Promoting Overall Relationship Satisfaction
A fulfilling sexual relationship is often a key indicator of overall relationship happiness. Addressing concerns and fostering a positive sexual connection contributes to a more satisfying and harmonious partnership.
Talking about sex and intimacy challenges can feel difficult, embarrassing, or even shameful. I’m here to help couples build understanding and trust so that open communication about sex feels natural and comfortable.
With time and practice, these conversations will feel easy-peasy!
By Devon Church
