Sex After Kids: How to Reconnect with Your Partner When Life Feels Overwhelming
By Rebecca Ginder, Licensed Sex Therapist Becoming a parent is one of the most transformative experiences in life—and also one of the most exhausting. Between late-night feedings, endless to-do lists, and the emotional rollercoaster of raising kids, it’s easy for intimacy with your partner to take a back seat. If you’re feeling distant from your […]
The Invisible Load: How Mental Load Impacts Intimacy in Relationships
By Rebecca Ginder, Licensed Sex Therapist If you’ve ever felt like your brain is constantly juggling a thousand tabs—coordinating schedules, remembering appointments, tracking groceries, managing emotions—you’re not imagining it. That feeling has a name: mental load, and it plays a bigger role in relationships and intimacy than many people realize. Mental load refers to the invisible […]
Managing Performance Anxiety and Building Confidence
Hi, I’m Rebecca Ginder, a licensed sex therapist. Performance anxiety is something I see often in my work with individuals and couples, and it’s more common than you might think. If you’re experiencing it, know that you’re not alone—and more importantly, it’s something you can overcome. Performance anxiety doesn’t just affect what happens in the […]
Healing from Sexual Trauma: The Role of Therapy
Hi, I’m Rebecca Ginder, a licensed sex therapist. If you’re here, it’s possible you or someone you care about has experienced sexual trauma. First, I want you to know that healing is possible—and you don’t have to go through this journey alone. Many people who have experienced trauma feel overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure of where […]
5 Communication Techniques to Improve Intimacy in Relationships
Hi, I’m Rebecca Ginder, a licensed sex therapist. When couples come to me for help, one of the most common issues they mention is struggling to communicate. Without healthy communication, misunderstandings build up, needs go unmet, and emotional distance can grow. But the good news is that communication is a skill—and it’s something you and […]
Sex Therapy and Erectile Dysfunction
How Sex Therapy Can Help with Erectile Dysfunction Hi, I’m Rebecca Ginder, a licensed sex therapist. If you or someone you care about is struggling with erectile dysfunction (ED), you’re not alone. ED affects many people and can be frustrating, confusing, and sometimes even lead to feelings of shame. But the truth is, ED is […]
What is Sex Therapy, and How Can It Improve Your Relationship?
Hi, I’m Rebecca Ginder, a licensed sex therapist. Talking about intimacy and relationships can sometimes feel overwhelming or even taboo. But talking about our wants and desires leads to a deeper, more satisfying relationship. In this post, I want to help you understand what sex therapy is, how it works, and how it can make […]
Understanding Low Libido: Causes and Ways to Reignite Desire
Hi, I’m Rebecca Ginder, a licensed sex therapist. Low libido, or a decrease in sexual desire, is something many people experience at some point in their lives. It can be frustrating and even confusing, especially if it begins to affect your relationship or how you feel about yourself. The good news is that low libido […]
Reigniting Intimacy: Ways to Build a Deeper Connection with Your Partner
Hi, I’m Rebecca Ginder, a licensed sex therapist. Relationships are full of ups and downs, and it’s natural for intimacy to ebb and flow over time. Whether it’s because of busy schedules, life stressors, or simply the passage of time, many couples find themselves feeling distant from one another at some point. The good news […]
When to Consider Sex Therapy: Common Signs and Benefits
Hi, I’m Rebecca Ginder, a licensed therapist and certified sex therapist. Talking about intimacy and relationships isn’t always easy, but it’s such an important part of living a happy and fulfilling life. Whether you’re in a long-term relationship, just starting out, or navigating things on your own, challenges around sexual intimacy specifically are more common […]