Savage Lovecast Episode 832: “What is a ‘Sex Therapist’ anyways?”

Julia chats with esteemed advice-columnist Dan Savage about what is and isn’t sex therapy. They talk about the differences between a sex therapist and a sex advice columnist and what a client can expect from a visit to a sex therapist.

How Social Support Can Help with Depression

“Depression has a quality of feeling very inward, and people [experiencing] depression will often isolate themselves from others,” explains Fogelson. “It is often very difficult for people with depression to reach out and connect because depression is a huge energy drain.”

How to Get Out of Your Own Way When Dating

Fogelson also says singles often subconsciously crush their self-esteem by obsessing over all of their shortcomings — all the reasons they aren’t dateable — rather than all of the positive things they have to bring to the table in a relationship.”

How Trauma-Informed Fitness Helps Survivors Process and Heal Through Exercise

In many yoga classes, the instructor will gently adjust your body into the correct pose. "If you are trauma survivor, especially if touch was part of your trauma, then it's not a neutral thing for a stranger to come and touch you," Fogelson says.

Can Stress Cause Erectile Dysfunction?

"Mindfulness skills, like slowing down the breath, can help return us to the present moment, regulate the body’s nervous system, and prime the body for enjoyable sex.”

How To Be A Better Kisser: 26 Tips & Tricks From Sex Experts

“There's nothing sexier than consent,” Fogelson says.

7 erotic sex positions that involve toys to maximize stimulation

When using toys in bed, Fogelson recommends keeping the line of communication open –– checking in with your partner to make sure the toy feels great and isn't causing any discomfort. If one particular toy or type of toy doesn't work for you, there's no shortage of others to try.