Sex can bring partners closer, but, for someone with a fear of sex, even the idea of physical intimacy can make it nearly impossible to enjoy that kind of physical closeness. If that sounds familiar, you’ve undoubtedly asked yourself if it’s possible to overcome your fear. While you shouldn’t push yourself to move forward until you’re completely ready, if you think you want to take that step and finally find freedom from fear, it’s possible to work through this with the right support.

It’s human nature to want to be loved and accepted. Those desires and needs don’t disappear with adulthood. So, when you feel rejected or abandoned, especially by people you love, it can be overwhelming, frustrating, and even frightening, and lead to anxiety and depression. Thankfully, there are things you can do to navigate these feelings and cope with the overwhelming weight of rejection and abandonment. Let’s cover a few techniques you can put into practice to overcome feelings of abandonment and rejection.

Your relationship doesn’t have to be on unsteady ground just because you have different wants in the bedroom. Talking about those wants and reconciling them can be a fun and interesting journey for both of you. Let’s cover five helpful tips you can use to make that happen so you both can start to enjoy yourselves in the bedroom.

Job security is an important factor when you’re considering a career path. Unfortunately, we’re living in uncertain economic times. Some businesses have been forced to rethink their budgets and let go of employees. The uncertainty of not knowing whether you’ll be laid off or not can wreak havoc on your mental health. So, what can you do to handle anxiety in the face of looming layoffs?

Sex isn’t the most important part of a relationship, but it is an important part. A sex therapist can help you deal with any potential roadblocks that are leading to sexual issues either within your relationship or with you, personally. The more you realize how much help they can provide, the easier it will be to determine when it’s time to see one.

Communication is the cornerstone of every relationship. In order to effectively communicate with your partner, you have to learn to be a better listener. That doesn’t mean simply “hearing” what your partner has to say. There is almost always room for improvement when it comes to being an active listener. Let’s cover a few strategies you can implement in your relationship.

Change is a constant part of life. Whether it’s a new job, a new relationship, any kind of life transition, or simply trying to break a bad habit, we all encounter change. However, making lasting changes can be challenging, and many of us struggle to maintain the momentum needed to achieve our goals. That’s where emotional resilience comes in. Find out how emotional resilience supports lasting change and provide practical strategies to help you build and maintain your emotional strength.

It’s not uncommon for people to feel some dissatisfaction with their work. But, there’s a difference between on-the-job stress and genuinely struggling in your chosen field. On top of that, if you start to wonder if you’ve chosen the wrong career, it can create even more stress. This kind of stress and the negative thoughts that come with it can lead to depression. Let’s take a closer look at why and what you can do about it.

Couples counseling can be beneficial to your relationship for a variety of reasons. But, far too many people stay away from this counseling because they’re misinformed. There are plenty of myths surrounding couples counseling that aren’t true of the experience you’ll go through. Let’s cover a few of the most common ones.

EMDR therapy is a popular treatment modality for people dealing with PTSD. More recently, it’s also been used to help with a variety of other mental health conditions, including anxiety. But, what does it actually look like? What can you expect from a typical EMDR session? Let’s find out.

Even the happiest, healthiest couples argue. It’s normal to feel angry with your partner sometimes. After all, you’re both just people — you’re going to make mistakes! But, there are helpful and unhelpful ways to communicate during conflict. You can strengthen your relationship during arguments if you know how to “fight” effectively. Let’s cover a few ways you can improve your conflict communication, even when you’re upset.

Intimacy doesn’t come naturally to everyone. While we all might fantasize about perfect relationships and giving yourself completely to someone, it can be easier said than done. Thankfully, there are things you can do to improve your ability to be intimate, whether you’re currently in a relationship or you want to make the most of your next one.

Whether you’re in a new relationship or you’ve been with your partner for a while, relationship anxiety is very real and can impact you and your partner. However, there are ways you can manage it. Let’s explore ways to manage relationship anxiety.

It’s a myth that you have to wait until you’re in a committed, long-term relationship to see potential problems with a partner. While most people tend to put their best foot forward while dating, it’s not hard to see their true colors fairly quickly. So, how can you recognize red flags in the dating world? Let’s find out.

While people celebrate differently, most can agree that this season is a time of togetherness. But, let’s be honest, it’s not always easy to be with family members during the holidays. So, what can you do? Let’s look at how you can you deal with family during the holiday and still enjoy the festivities.

Leaving a job can be a hard decision to make. How can you be sure when it’s time to leave your job? Let’s look at a few signs to know when it’s time to find a new job,

Anxiety impacts millions of people across the globe. The good news about anxiety is that it’s often easy to manage and treat with the right help. Let’s take a look at a few effective, helpful ways to naturally reduce anxiety.

As wonderful as relationships can be, they can also be intimidating and scary. Maybe past relationships have left you feeling guarded and untrusting about new partners. Alternatively, you may have been actively working to improve your current relationship but seem stuck in the same negative patterns. Let’s explore how to stop repeating past relationship mistakes.

For many women, the ultimate goal of a sexual encounter is to have an orgasm. But when you aren’t able to climax, it can leave you feeling frustrated. Let’s explore 5 factors that contribute to difficulty reaching orgasm.

Setting healthy boundaries with the purpose of strengthening your connection with your partner can improve your relationship and make you both happier while boosting your intimacy and closeness. But, how is this possible? Let’s explore this further.