The Other Side of the Couch

A personal look at private feelings: debriefing sexual sessions

  • An Unorthodox Practice

    October 18, 2019 by

    This blog is dedicated to the day to day sessions of an unorthodox sexual therapy practice. It is designed to uncover deep and the often-uncomfortable desires and emotion surrounding intimacy. It may not be appropriate for all audiences.

  • Nathaniel (3)

    October 26, 2019 by

    “What does it mean to be a man?” I ask him. “Jesus.” There is a long pause while he looks at his hands. When I was first starting out as a therapist, these pauses made me uncomfortable. I wanted to fill the room with a constant, steady stream of words. Now I fight the urge… Read more

  • Nathaniel (2)

    October 22, 2019 by

    “She thinks I have issues with sex.” Nathaniel looks straight at me, but says nothing more. Men from Ohio have the hardest teeth to pull. “Do you think you have issues with sex?” I ask. “I can do it just fine.” “Sometimes there’s more to it than just performance.” “Ellen is her name.” Nathaniel has… Read more

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