Navigating Desire Discrepancies in Relationships with Martha Kauppi

Marriage and family therapist and AASECT-certified sex therapist, Martha Kauppi joins Esther for a thought-provoking discussion that delves into the complexities of sexual desire, focusing on the nuanced nature of relational intimacy challenges and desire discrepancies within couples.They also explore the differentiation between love and desire, the impact of sexual pain, how to address environments that kill desire, and strategies for therapists to create an experiential environment during sessions. For more about Martha Kauppi visit https://www.instituteforrelationalintimacy.com/ This episode is part of a longer conversation that Esther and Martha had as part of her Sessions platform, where Esther hosts conversations  with colleagues in and around the mental health space. Want to learn more? Receive monthly insights, musings, and recommendations to improve your relational intelligence via email from Esther: https://www.estherperel.com/newsletter