48 - Dr. Kate Balestrieri: Making Intimacy Last Through Psychology

In this informative episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea welcomes Dr. Kate Balestrieri, a clinical and forensic psychologist, and certified sex therapist. The conversation delves into multiple facets of intimacy and relationships, covering topics such as sexual health, the impact of societal norms on sexuality, and the complexities of emotional labor in partnerships. Dr. Balestrieri shares her professional insights on navigating desire discrepancies, the effects of censorship on sexual wellness education, and the dynamics of power in relationships. Additionally, they explore the nuances of infidelity, the significance of personal growth for maintaining relationship novelty, and the challenges faced by male emotional expression under societal expectations. The episode concludes with reflections on reclaiming pleasure and practical advice for enhancing intimacy after trauma. Dr. Balestrieri's perspectives offer a comprehensive look at modern intimacy and the factors influencing sexual well-being.EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦 Censorship in Sexual Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🫦 Understanding Normative Male Alexithymia🫦 Dating Apps and Modern Romance🫦 Emotional and Domestic Labor Imbalance🫦 Challenges in Long-Term Relationships⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS 🛍️Peepshow Toys (SEGGS for 10% off) https://tinyurl.com/538eaj3sHoney Play Box Sex Toys (SEGGS for 20% off) https://honeyplaybox.com⁠HUD app (Kinky dating app): https://hudapp.com/seggstalkIntimacy Concierge for Couples (15% off): http://arya.fyi/strCONNECT WITH KATE 💌Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkatebalestrieriCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.seggstalkradio.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seggstalkradioYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@SeggsTalkRadio