How Religion Impacts Our Sex Lives
I see many people whose sexual problems stem directly from their upbringing. Often they are completely unaware of how religion has impacted them, which is not surprising given they are…
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Matty Silver
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Matty Silver is a Relationship Counsellor and Sex Therapist in Sydney. Her website is www.mattysilver.com.au. Matty also has written a book called Sex Down Under.
4 Fantasies to Spice up your Sex Life when you become bored with it
Sharing sexual fantasies with a partner can evoke fears and insecurities. What if your partner finds your fantasy weird or even freaky? When I see couples in my practice, one…
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How to overcome common sexual hangups
Over the years, I’ve realized how many people have sexual hangups. Often they are insecurities, inhibitions, shame, or situations that prevent them from having or enjoying sex. Sexual hangups can…
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Why doctors need better education for sexual issues
Over the years, I have seen many clients experiencing problems relating to sexual issues or suffering from some sort of sexual dysfunction. Many turn to their GPs (general practitioners), but…
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Can you be supportive during erectile dysfunction & performance anxiety
Many of the men I see come to me because they are experiencing erectile dysfunction problems. The men, who vary in age, had previously taken their ability to perform in…
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No way; it’s possible an affair saves a marriage
Experiencing infidelity in a relationship can be hurtful and damaging. The immediate response after discovering a partner’s affair is usually a combination of disbelief, anger, sadness, and grief. Several stories…
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Surprise, What to do in a Sexless Marriage
A sexless marriage is defined as having sex fewer than 10 times a year. In most relationships, sexual satisfaction is a measure of the entire relationship. If a once-satisfying sex…
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Let’s Talk About the Virginity Myth
Historically, the hymen has been the focus of many traditions and the marker of a woman’s virginity. Much mystery and many myths surround the hymen, which in many cultures is…
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Why You Need to Shake Off Your Sex Shame
Feelings of sex shame can be devastating to our sex lives. One of the biggest obstacles many of my clients face in experiencing erotic pleasure is the sexual shame they…
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Let’s Talk About Vaginismus!
Let’s talk about vaginismus…imagine it’s your wedding night. You’re a virgin and looking forward to having sex with your husband for the first time… but, despite best intentions, it doesn’t…
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