This episode is a special one for me. Today, I’m sitting down with someone I’ve had the privilege of knowing for nearly 8 years—and worked alongside for 4 of those years—my dear friend, Dr. Laquinta Milson. Dr. Milson is one of those rare people who is brilliantly sharp, deeply compassionate, and genuinely hilarious all at the same time. Dr. Milson is a licensed professional counselor, supervisor, and certified sex therapist who specializes in psychotherapy, intimacy, sexual health, addiction recovery, relationship dynamics, and emotional healing. Through her work at The Growth Center for Counseling & Wellness, she helps individuals and couples navigate some of life’s most vulnerable and complex challenges, including anxiety, relational struggles, sexual dysfunction, and compulsive sexual behaviors. In this conversation, we dive into men’s mental health through a lens that often gets overlooked—emotional suppression, intimacy, sexuality, shame, coping behaviors, and what men actually need in order to heal. We talk about: Why so many men struggle to name or express what they’re feeling The connection between emotional pain and unhealthy coping mechanisms Shame, secrecy, and how they impact relationships Misconceptions around masculinity, vulnerability, and emotional strength Sex, intimacy, and attachment in men’s emotional lives What partners can better understand about the men they love Practical pathways toward healing, connection, and emotional health Whether you’re a man navigating your own mental health journey, someone who loves a man, or a clinician wanting deeper insight into men’s emotional worlds—this conversation is honest, insightful, and full of wisdom (with plenty of laughs along the way). I’m so excited for you to hear this conversation. Connect with Laquinta: The Growth Center for Counseling & Wellness | Therapy in TX, NJ, VA & DC Connect with me: www.movedbygracecounseling.com www.theselahspace.org
