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Counselling and Therapy Blog
Thoughtful articles about relationships, intimacy, mental health and the patterns that can leave people feeling stuck.


Sexual Desire in Relationships: Why Does Desire Work Differently for Different People?
Sexual desire in relationships does not always appear in the same way or at the same time for both partners. For some people desire feels spontaneous, while for others it develops through closeness, affection or sexual contact. This blog explores these differences and how Psychosexual Therapy or Relationship Therapy may help when they cause misunderstanding or distress.

Maria Konstantinelli - MA : MNCPS (Acc.) : MBACP
Aug 236 min read


Stress & Intimacy: Why Does Stress Affect Sex & Intimacy in Relationships?
Stress and intimacy in relationships often influence one another more than many couples realise. When life becomes overwhelming, emotional connection and sexual desire can naturally change. This blog explores why stress affects intimacy, why it is so common, how couples can work together rather than drifting apart, and how Relationship Therapy or Psychosexual Therapy may help.

Maria Konstantinelli - MA : MNCPS (Acc.) : MBACP
Jul 197 min read


Why Do Couples Avoid Conversations About Sex & Intimacy in Relationships?
Conversations about sex & intimacy in relationships are often some of the hardest for couples to have. Many people stay silent because they want to protect their partner or avoid making things worse. This article explores why those conversations become difficult, why silence is often protective rather than uncaring, and how couples can begin reconnecting. Find out how therapy can help.

Derek Flint - BSc : Dip. Couns. : PNCPS - Accred.
Jul 57 min read


Communication About Sex in Relationships: Finding Your Voice Together
Communication about sex in relationships can feel surprisingly difficult, even between people who love and care for one another. Many couples avoid talking about intimacy because they fear upsetting each other or making things worse. Understanding why these conversations become difficult is often the first step towards feeling closer again.

Maria Konstantinelli - MA : MNCPS (Acc.) : MBACP
Jun 285 min read


Why Do Couples Stop Having Sex? Understanding Desire, Intimacy and Relationship Changes in Psychosexual Therapy
Many couples experience changes in their sex life at some point in their relationship. While this can feel worrying, frustrating, or even painful, it is often more common than people realise. This article explores some of the reasons couples stop having sex, how desire changes over time, and how psychosexual therapy and relationship therapy can help couples reconnect.

Maria Konstantinelli - MA : MNCPS (Acc.) : MBACP
Jun 215 min read


Sex and Intimacy in Relationships: 25 Questions People Ask About Sex Therapy
Sex and Intimacy is one of the most important parts of many relationships, yet it’s also one of the hardest things to talk about openly. Many people carry quiet worries about their sex life but feel unsure how to raise them with a partner, a friend, or even a professional. These concerns are more common than most people realise. Here are
25 Questions People Ask When They’re Struggling With Sex and Intimacy in Relationships - What do Sex Therapists Do - Clinical Sexologist - S

Maria Konstantinelli - MA : MNCPS (Acc.) : MBACP
Mar 224 min read


Psychosexual Therapy: Common Sexual Problems & How Therapy Can Help
Psychosexual Therapy: Common Sexual Problems & How Therapy Can Help - People searching AI or Google with sexual issues are usually not looking for a label. They're looking for reassurance. And often they’re wondering quietly, “Is this just me?” This blog looks to answer some of the questions people type into AI or Google when something in their sex life feels confusing, distressing, or different from how they think it should be.

Maria Konstantinelli - MA : MNCPS (Acc.) : MBACP
Mar 15 min read
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