Amanda Liñan LCSW, CST The Dual Control Model, as famously discussed by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D. in Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life, is a great way to understand how you might find more of your desire. If
Amanda Liñan LCSW, CST The Dual Control Model, as famously discussed by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D., in her book Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life, is a great way to understand how you might find more of your
Amanda Liñan LCSW, CST Emily Nagoski, Ph.D., is the author of the incredible book Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life. I highly recommend you go out and buy it immediately! But until then, here is a brief
By Amanda Liñan LCSW, CST I often hear from women that it is difficult to get in the mood for sex. While there are certainly external things you or your partner can do to help, a bit part of it is your own mindset. Your
By Amanda Liñan LCSW, CST I was listening to a video of an exotic dancer talking about her career while doing a workout today, as one does, and the age-old question of “is going to a strip club cheating?” came up. The comment section was
By Amanda Linan LCSW, CST There is a big difference between relational sex and recreational sex. While both can be ok depending on your circumstances, recreational sex happening too often in a romantic relationship can be a sign of bigger issues.Recreational sex is sex that
By Amanda Linan LCSW, CST As inflation continues to rise and holidays approach, many couples are feeling the stress of finances in their relationship. Money is a difficult topic for many couples in the best of circumstances, so adding additional stressors can make it feel
Sex Issues I often get asked what sex therapy means. It’s a fair question as it’s sort of vague. In a sense, it is exactly what it sounds like: therapy about sex. Here are the most common topics that fall under the umbrella of sex
After years of managing addiction, the last thing a couple wants to do is hold their breath, waiting and wondering…
PARTNERS OF ADDICTS: WHY RECOVERY IS NEEDED Many partners of addicts ask: “I’m not the one who betrayed and broke our covenant. I’m not the one who screwed up and broke promises. Why should I have to be in recovery?” Why? Because YOU are worth
