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Sexual Desire Decoded: Why You Want Sex Differently — with Dr. Jennifer A. Vencill & Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy
Ever felt like you and your partner are on different pages when it comes to sex? You’re not alone — and you’re not doing it wrong.
In this episode, Licensed Psychologists and AASECT-Certified Sex Therapists Dr. Jennifer A. Vencill and Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy help us rethink everything we’ve been told about sexual desire. Whether you’re the one who wants more sex, less sex, or just better sex — this conversation is for you.
Navigating Libido Differences in Relationships with Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy
Have you ever struggled with having a different sex drive in a relationship?
In this episode sex therapist, Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy, a sex therapist, joins me to chat all about this and her new book on this topic! We discuss what sex therapy is, the pressure of sexual expectations and the stigma surrounding discussions about sex, and the importance of quality over quantity in sexual experiences.
We also discuss the impact of sociocultural factors, such as purity culture and body image, on sexuality. Finally, the conversation addresses the process of unraveling and rediscovering one’s sexuality. Dr. Fogel Mersy discusses the challenges of navigating libido differences in relationships and provides insights on how to address them.
A Conversation About Navigating Libido Differences in Relationships with Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy and Dr. Jennifer Vencill
For today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy and Dr. Jennifer A. Vencill to talk about changing terminology around libido and desire, how to talk about libido differences in relationships, and the importance of education. We also talk about the misconceptions around desire stereotypes, sex therapy vs couples therapy, pain and libido, and how to deconstruct our sexual script.
Busting Popular Myths about Desire with Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy & Dr. Jennifer Vencill
Everything you never knew about libido and desire… This week Rory sits down with the authors of Desire to bust popular myths about bedroom dynamics and how to help you fix your love life. Plus! Tips for navigating sensitive conversations around desire and pleasure and making sure all parties feel fulfilled. She’s joined by Dr. Jennifer A. Vencill and Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy, sex therapists and the authors of Desire.
Libido/Desire Differences in Partners
In this episode, we talk about “sexual destiny” beliefs versus sexual growth beliefs and how these can hurt and benefit our relationships.
The Secret to a Great Sex Life
In this episode, we get the pleasure to talk to sex therapist Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy about all the aspects that make a mutually fulfilling sex life.
Navigating Different Sex Drives in Parenthood: What Impacts Libido and How to Reconnect
Let’s talk about sex after baby. My mom clients are often concerned about sex, or the lack of it, in their relationships, especially in the first few years postpartum. Polls show that at least 58% of couples have less frequent sex after having a baby. There are many factors at play, including different sex drives.
Tips For Improving Sexual Communication
The most commonly offered piece of sex advice I hear people give is to communicate more. While this advice certainly makes sense, simply telling people to “communicate more” can ring kind of hollow if it’s not coupled with information on how to do it. Most of us recognize the importance of communication; however, we don’t always do it because we often lack communication skills. So let’s talk about how to talk about sex!
When You Want Less Sex Than Your Partner
In long-term sexual relationships, partners aren’t always on the same page about sex. This is normal. However, when a sexual desire discrepancy becomes large and persistent, it can become a significant source of conflict and distress. So let’s talk about how to navigate desire discrepancies. This is the first episode in a two-part series on the subject.
Today, we’re going to discuss what to do when you’re the one who wants less sex. In the next episode, we’re going to talk about the flipside: what to do when you’re the partner who wants more sex.
How to navigate sexual desire discrepancy, Savvy Psychologist. Hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson
Are you the one in the relationship who wants to have sex all the time? Or are you on the other end of the spectrum? Either way, libido differences can have a major impact on your relationship, and can be very difficult to navigate. In this episode, Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy and Dr. Jennifer A. Vencill join to discuss their new book, Desire, and how to manage sexual desire discrepancy.
Thriving Partnerships, with host, Taylor Gage
In this episode we cover the pillars of healthy, happy relationships, 4 big warning signs and pitfalls, how to spot them and how to heal them, how to set boundaries in the age of social distancing, and lots more.
SEX TALK: With Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy / Answering Your Sex & Relationships Questions
Today on the SHE DID IT Podcast, I am talking all things SEX and relationships. A hot topic and steamy episode filled with answers to all of your questions.Joining me today is Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy, psychologist and certified sex therapist. She specializes in sex + relationship therapy and practices in Minnesota.
How Anxiety Impacts Sex, with host, Kimberley Quinlan, LMFT
In today’s episode of Your Anxiety Toolkit, we have Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy to speak about all things anxiety and sex. Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy is a certified sex therapist, psychologist, and upcoming author and she answered all of my questions on how anxiety impacts sex.
What Happens In & Out of the Bedroom
Ready to find out how to create healthy relationships IN and OUT of the bedroom? Leanna and Jared welcome clinical psychologist and sex therapist, Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy to talk about her expertise in working with couples, both on their relationships and relationship to sex. Dr. Fogel Mersy goes into detail about Gottman theory and how it works in navigating the health of a relationship.
She describes what the four horsemen are, how they can negatively affect relationships and the antidotes needed to keep the relationship alive, including how to approach someone with a complaint, how to soothe yourself when you’re feeling “flooded” and how to keep the relationship bank in balance.
Sexual Boundaries & More
On this week’s podcast, Taylor meets with Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy in Minneapolis to discuss how she’s processed the shame around being a professional with generalized anxiety disorder, the difference between boundaries and ultimatums including a discussion around sexual boundaries, polyvagal theory, and how to work through problems
Ask the Expert: Sex Therapy Services, Desire Discrepancies & More
Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy answers your FAQs including who can benefit from sex therapy services, desire discrepancies, and we discuss if a healthy sexual relationship needed for a healthy relationship. She also shares tips on fostering sex positive families and discusses the importance of having these conversations early on.
How to Start and Maintain a Healthy Relationship, with Yvette Le Blowitz
Libido, Conflict, Sex, & Surrender
In this episode we explore the different methods and techniques Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy applies at her clinic, including the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, Behavioral, Mindfulness, Polyvagal, and Sensate Focus therapies. With her work she asks us to grow toward becoming more conscious lovers, friends, and family member.
What Is Sexual Anxiety or Sexual Performance Anxiety? Are They the Same Thing?
This is Episode 1 of the Sexual Health and Anxiety Series with Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy. Lauren is a licensed psychologist. She’s a certified sex therapist, she’s an author, and she is going to share with us and we’re going to talk in-depth about sexual anxiety.
Desire
Drs. Jennifer Vencill and Lauren Fogel Mersy join Natasha on this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast. They discuss their book, Desire: An Inclusive Guide to Navigating Libido Differences in Relationships.