Some of the most popular episodes on the podcast have been about working with sex in the context of Couples Therapy. There are so many dimensions to explore beyond the physical aspect of what is going on sexually. In this episode Ian Kerner talks about a range of ways to explore sexuality in more depth. Considerations include where clients fall in the life span, cultural, family of origin, medications, psychological issues, internalized beliefs interpersonal and relational issues.
Also during this episode we talk about using a science based approach, the PLISSIT model, low desire, mismatch libido, erotic temperament, sexual function issues, and the willingness window.
Ian Kerner, PhD, LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist and nationally recognized sexuality counselor who specializes in sex therapy, couples therapy and working with individuals on a range of relational issues. Ian is regularly quoted as an expert in various media, with appearances on The Today Show, The Dr. Oz Show, and NPR. He lectures frequently on topics related to sex and relationships.
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Check out Ian's website at iankerner.com
Ian's Books
She Comes First: The Thinking Man's Guide to Pleasuring a Woman
He Comes Next: The Thinking Woman's Guide to Pleasuring a Man
212: Implicit Psychotherapy and Couples with Dr. Abi Blakeslee
211: Peace and Healing in Couples Therapy with Dr. Sabrina N'Diaye
210: Narcissism in Couples Therapy with Wendy Behary
209: Trauma in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) with Kathryn Rheem
208: Dr. Sue Johnson on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
207: Stay or Go? With Sharon Pope
206: Sex and Perfectionism with Tom Murray
205: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Trauma with Leanne Campbell
204: Stepfamily Relationships with Patricia Papernow, Part 2
203: Stepfamily Relationships with Patricia Papernow, Part 1
202: Psychedelics and Relationships with Guy Winch
201: Love Every Day with Alexandra Solomon
200: Peter Levine on Somatic Experiencing and Couples Therapy
199: Brain Science and Relationships with Juliane Taylor Shore
198: Solution-Oriented Approach with Couples with Bill O’Hanlon
197: Intergenerational Trauma and Relationships with Anita Mandley
196: Mental Health for Men with David Khalili
195: PTSD and the Unconscious with Heawon Hake
194: The 10 Habits of Happy Couples with Tina and Michael LeBlanc
193: The 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do with Amy Morin
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