— articles & guides
Resources on sex, desire, and intimacy
Articles, guides, and clinical perspectives from Dr. Westberg — written for couples navigating intimacy and therapists building their practice.
— desire & libido
Understanding sexual desire
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The Leading Cause of a Sexless Marriage
Why pressure — not attraction or love — is almost always at the root of disappearing desire.
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What’s Often Overlooked in Mismatched Libidos
The real problem with mismatched desire — and nine approaches that actually reduce pressure.
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Why Life Stress Lowers Libido
How external stressors affect responsive desire — and what to do about it.
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11 Myths About Sexual Desire to Stop Believing
Common misconceptions that make desire problems harder to solve than they need to be.
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17 Factors Contributing to Low Libido
Stress, aging, societal pressure, past trauma — a comprehensive look at what drives low desire.
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Understanding When Your Partner Has No Desire for Sex
Psychological and physiological factors behind lost desire — and practical advice for couples.
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— relationships & intimacy
Navigating intimacy together
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How to Break the Cycle of Performance Anxiety
How performance anxiety traps couples in a self-reinforcing cycle — and what breaks it.
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Navigating Non-Monogamy
The challenges of non-monogamy in relationships — fears, past wounds, and how to prepare emotionally.
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Healing from Infidelity
The impact of betrayal on relationships — trust, healing, and recontracting after infidelity.
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Top 10 Reasons Your Partner Doesn’t Desire You
The real factors behind feeling unwanted in a relationship — and what they usually mean.
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— trauma & healing
When the past shapes the present
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How Sexual Trauma Impacts Intimacy and Sexuality
How trauma shows up in intimate relationships — the signs, the impact, and nine pathways toward healing.
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Understanding and Addressing Pain During Sex
A psychological approach to pain during sex — anxiety, trauma, and therapeutic strategies for both partners.
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— clinical perspective
For the clinically curious
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Reignite the Spark
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Master Sex Therapy Course
11 modules, 24 hours, 12 AASECT & NBCC CE credits — the complete clinical training for therapists specializing in sex therapy.
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