How to Maintain Emotional and Physical Intimacy with Sex Therapist Lindsey Schafer

In today's episode, I'm thrilled to have Lindsey Schafer, a licensed couples and sex therapist, with us. Lindsey delves into the importance of normalizing conversations about intimacy, relationships, and sexuality. She shares her personal journey of overcoming her embarrassment about her unique initials to embracing her identity. We explore the dynamics of name changes after marriage, the stigma around sex and couples therapy, and practical advice for reigniting emotional intimacy in long-term relationships. Lindsey answers listener questions on managing differing sex drives and rebuilding trust after infidelity, offering insightful strategies to strengthen connection and communication.Lindsey is accepting new clients! Reach out on lindseyschafer.com or follow Lindsey on Instagram!01:30 Journey to Becoming a Therapist06:14 Defining Intimacy11:54 Common Relationship Issues14:43 Approaching Therapy and Stigmas22:40 The Importance of Relatable Education24:29 Addressing Sexual Confidence and Intimacy26:37 The Rewards of Being a Sex Therapist28:37 Listener Questions: Navigating Relationship Challenges38:39 Rebuilding Trust After InfidelityWant to hear more of our episodes with therapists? This playlist has them all!Give your brain a boost with Fungies functional mushroom gummies! Head to eatfungies.com and enjoy free shipping and 20% off with code SOP. Say goodbye to your anxiety and say hello to relaxation with Sunset Lake CBD. Head to https://sunsetlakecbd.com/coupon/sop and use code SOP for 20% off your order. Pro tip: try their sleep gummies! Grow your business, no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a #1 per month trial period at shopify.com/seeingotherpeople! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.