Why You’ve Lost Attraction to Your Partner (And How to Get it Back) | Jen Joseph, LMFT, CST | AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
Feeling like the spark with your partner has faded doesn't mean it's gone for good. Discover the real difference between desire and attraction, why long-term relationships naturally shift in how attraction shows up, and practical ways to start rebuilding connection — from an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist serving couples across CA & OR— including Portland, San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, San Jose, Cupertino, Los Angeles and San Diego.
Low Desire Isn't Just One Person's Problem: Why Couples Sex Therapy Is Often the Key | Jen Joseph, LMFT, CST
When one partner wants sex less than the other, the pull to treat it as their individual problem to fix is almost universal — and almost always counterproductive. Low desire in a relationship lives in the dynamic between two people, not just inside one of them. Here's why couples sex therapy is often the most effective approach, and what it actually addresses.
What Is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist & Where to Find One in Portland, the San Francisco Bay Area, LA & beyond?
If you've searched for a sex therapist, you've probably noticed the landscape is confusing — therapists self-report specialties, coaches offer "sexual wellness," and very few hold any verified credential at all. AASECT certification is the gold standard in this field, and earning it requires years of specialized training, supervised clinical hours, and a peer-reviewed application process that goes far beyond standard licensure. This article breaks down what the credential actually means, why it makes a clinical difference, and how to find an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist in Portland, the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and beyond.
Why Couples Stop Having Sex & What to Do About It
It's more common than you think — and it doesn't have to be permanent. Couples sex therapist, Jen Joseph, CST breaks down the real reasons couples stop having sex and what you can actually do about it.
Mismatched Libidos in Relationships: A Guide for the Lower Desire Partner | Jen Joseph, Certified Sex Therapist
Understand what’s blocking your sexual desire and work together with your partner to create a sex life that’s pleasurable, connecting and pressure-free.
Mismatched Libidos in Relationships: A Guide for the Higher Desire Partner | Jen Joseph, Certified Sex Therapist
What to do when you want more sex than your partner does.