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
072: Psychodrama with Couples with Walter Logeman
071: Hedy Schleifer on Creating Transformation in Couples Therapy
070: Bill Doherty on Marital Commitment vs. Individual Happiness
069: Tammy Nelson on Sex and Couples Therapy
068: Emotionally Focused Therapy Training with Jill Fischer
067: Rebecca Jorgensen on EFT and Therapist Development
066: Allison Puryear on Building a Fantastic Couples Therapy Practice
065: Connectfulness with Rebecca Wong
064: Black Belt Husband with Quentin Hafner
063: A Couple Educating Couples with Dr. Jameson and Herdyne Mercier
062: The 5 Core Issues from Pia Mellody and RLT with Kim Ploussard
061: EFT vs. RLT Debate with Figs O'Sullivan
060: Relationships 101 with Signe Simon and Simone Humphrey
059: Emotionally Focused Family Therapy with Gail Palmer
058: The Five Losing Strategies in Relationships with Shane Birkel
057: Tiffany McLain on The Money Mindset for Therapists
056: Gottman and Infidelity with Jennifer Lagrotte
055: Attachment vs. Differentiation Debate with Nathan Hardy and Adam Fisher
054: Love Worth Making with Stephen Snyder
053: Money Conversations and Couples with Kiné Corder
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