Brave Love Great Sex – Couples Therapy Podcast
Episodes
Foreplay Replay - Friendship and Sex
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Relationships have three broad areas of relating: the mundane details that must be done in live, sexual intimacy, and being friends -- liking our part...
485: How to Forgive What Hasn't Happened
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we are discussing how to forgive what hasn't been. Fights are more obvious times to work on forgiveness but what about the missed ...
Foreplay Replay - Sex and Depression
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Adam and Laurie discuss the complicated relationship between sex and depression in both men and women. They discuss symptoms and how to stay conne...
484: Let's Get Kinky
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your sex life a little too vanilla? Maybe you want to try something new but want just the right amount of spice? Grab your lover and join us for to...
Foreplay Replay - Contempt 911
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Contempt, one of the most dangerous emotions in a relationship. This episode covers the markers of contemptuous behavior and why it's so destructive t...
483: How to Overcome Neglect
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are all deserving of touch. It awakens the senses, provides comfort, reassurance and then as adults pleasure. In today's episode, our hosts open up...
Foreplay Replay - If Your Genitals Could Talk
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Laurie and George discuss insights from Daniel Watter’s book, The Existential Importance of the Penis: A Guide to Understanding Ma...
482: Catching Glimmers
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we are spending time focusing on when it goes well. As therapists we look for these 'glimmers' as a way to retrain the brain and bo...
Foreplay Replay - Sex After Kids
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Having kids can radically change sex for couples and can complicate our sex lives for a number of reasons. Join author and sex therapist Laurie Watson...
481: Magnificent Sex: An Interview with Top Sex Therapist Dr. Peggy Kleinplatz
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Greetings Foreplay listeners! We are so excited for today's episode, featuring Dr. Peggy Kleinplatz, a clinician and sex researcher that broke the cod...
Foreplay Replay - Masturbation
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Masturbation is often a charged topic with many individuals and couples. The messages we receive about masturbation can influence our current sexual r...
480: The Ick! Factor
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the psychology of "the ick", that unsettling feeling when sudden attraction shifts to repulsion. In the Psychology To...
Foreplay Replay - Saying No Without Wounding
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Having your desire synced with your partner's may sound ideal, but rare in practice. Find out how to get back in the game when you are not in the mood...
479: Getting Better at Self-love
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How good are you at loving yourself? What do you say to yourself when things don't go your way, you mess up or you're out of sorts? Chances are you ma...
Foreplay Replay - Involuntary Celibacy
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Involuntary celibacy (going more than 6 months without intercourse) within a committed relationship occurs more frequently than you would imagine. Joi...
478: Use a Map to Find Connection
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how Laurie and George navigate a couple's distress? They use a map (mutual attachment patterns)! In today's episode, our experts share th...
Foreplay Replay - What Turns Men On?
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve talked about what turns women on… let’s hear about men!! It might not be what you expect... We’re borrowing from Michael Castleman’s ...
477: Why We Change Positions in the Cycle
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Am I a pursuer or a withdrawer? I want to connect emotionally but I avoid sexual intimacy. Why does this happen?" In today's episode, our hosts addre...
Foreplay Replay - Boobs, Butts, and Bulges
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The erogenous zones and beyond. Talking about how to get your lover hot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
476: Our Caring Response
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Laurie and George today as they talk about the Care Giving cycle and how important it is for our partners and relationships to respond with care ...
Foreplay Replay - Sexual Positions
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Different sex positions have different pluses and minuses in different situations. Join sex therapist and author Laurie Watson and couples therapist D...
475: Love in a Time of War
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the psychological and emotional effects of the ongoing Ukraine conflict on sexual intimacy for both those directly affecte...
Foreplay Replay - Spicing Things Up
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wanna spice it up? What have you fantasized about doing? It takes vulnerability to tell each other about ideas for novelty and change. Are you willing...
474: Interview with Relationship Expert Colette Fehr: Sex and Menopause
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Colette Fehr, a relationship expert, to dive deep into all things menopause and sex! Colette is a certified EFT ther...
473: Happy New Relationship!
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Take our New Year’s Challenge! What is something you know thatyou do that hurts your relationship? Do you want to change this? We can so easily fin...
Foreplay Replay - Holiday Naughty and Nice Ideas
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays can be stressful for many reasons. Join sex therapist Laurie Watson, and couples therapist, Dr. Adam Mathews as they go through the list ...
472: School of Love - Last Class
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is our final lesson from our 'School of Love' series and we are talking all about secure love and how to maintain it. At this point, w...
Foreplay Replay - Sex at the Holidays
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Straightforward 'how-to' guide to using the time at the holidays to 'sex up' your relationship. Listen as author and sex therapist Laurie Watson, and ...
471: Best Adult Toys
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Foreplay Replay - Kissing
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Foreplay Replay, we revisit our discussion on kissing. Kissing often falls off in a long-term relationship. As the eyes are the wi...
470: 365 Connecting Questions for Couples
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Laurie and George are joined by Casey and Meygan Caston, founders of Marriage 365. Marriage 365 provides a comprehensive approach ...
469: Anatomy of Desire with Dr. Emily Jamea
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Laurie and George sit down with fellow Sex and Relationship Expert, Dr. Emily Jamea for a conversation on sex in the flow state and...
468: How to Meet Unmet Needs
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Foreplayers to another great episode in the 'School of Love.' We are staying with the emotional pursuer in this episode and asking them to r...
467: Staying Focused With Pursuer Vulnerability
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Foreplay listeners! Today's episode is another in our 'School of Love' series that we are close to completing. We are talking today about how ...
466: The S*xual Pursuer Gets Their Day
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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465: Stopping the Protest -- How to Help the Emotional Pursuer
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm always the one to bring up issues. I want our relationship to be better so I work to address the discomfort between us. Somehow this is a problem...
464: The S*X Answer for Couples
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Will sex ever happen between us? If this has been a sticking point in your relationship then this episode is for you! Join our hosts today as we talk ...
463: How to Create Lasting Change in Your Relationship
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, join hosts Laurie and George as they uncover the ultimate move that creates lasting change in couples. The changemaker for a negat...
462: HELP! I'm a Burnt Out Sexual Pursuer
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Laurie and George answer a listener's mailbag question. We love getting these write-ins and acknowledge the courage it takes to as...
461: Managing the Change Process
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably waited years for your partner to hear you and make the changes you've needed. So why does that change now make you feel pissed off? Th...
460: Re-engaging the Sexual Withdrawer
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Run, don't walk to listen to today's episode! Laurie and George lay out a transformational conversation between partners: when the sexual withdrawer b...
459: How to Motivate an Emotional Withdrawer
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we're sounding the school bell and bringing listeners back into our 'School of Love.' This show focuses on motivating emotional wi...
458: 12 Sex Questions for Couples
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In adult partnered relationships we ask each other hundreds of questions on a regular basis. Most often, the questions we ask surround logistical need...
457: Owning Interruptions
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's said that one of the biggest problems in communication is that we listen to respond rather than truly hearing what someone is saying. Sometimes,...
456: What Are We Really Fighting About
07 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You may find you and your partner fighting about the dishwasher, kids, money or sex. But what are you really fighting about? That's what experts answe...
455: Sex Positions
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all know the standard: missionary, doggystyle, woman on top but have you ever heard of these...the Stand and Deliver, the Pearly Gates, the Pretzel...
454: Can It Get Any Better?
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Male orgasms--seems pretty straightforward right? Think again. Join our experts on today's show to learn all about the male orgasm and how to make it ...
453: Light My Fire
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The 'School of Love' is still on summer break and we can't help but think of it as the Summer of Love! While we're on break we are trying to keep thin...
452: Summer Luvin'
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What memories does summertime bring up for you? For some the season might make you reminisce about long sunny days, swimming in a pool, sweet smells ...
451: Mailbag Question: This Really Turns My Partner Off!
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Laurie and George answer a mailbag question from a Foreplay listener. She asks the hosts for help with her partner who is turned off ...
450: Responder to Seducer
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for a summer break from the 'School of Love.' Throw away your notebooks and let's dish on how to spice things up this summer! Are you tired ...
449: Testing for De-escalation
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you know when you've united against the cycle? We've got you covered in this episode on the signs to look for and how to test for de-escalatio...
448: Finding Common Ground
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've worked in the last few episodes to name, externalize and unite against the emotional and sexual cycles that pit partners against one another. Th...
447: Revolting Against the Cycle
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that 20% of couples can be defined as sexless by year 2 of their relationship? Why is this happening in the early stages of a relationshi...
446: How to Stop Pointing the Finger
29 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find that you and your partner keep having the same arguments over and over, even though you're fighting about different things? If this is you...
445: How to help your withdrawing partner be vulnerable
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Foreplay listeners, join us today in a 'School of Love' lesson all about the withdrawer's world! Withdrawers are often shutting down, walking away or ...
444: Three Steps to Get Outta the Cycle
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When we’re in distress as a couple, it’s hard to see that our partners protective moves - either criticism or withdrawal - are really ways that th...
443: The Art of Pillow Talk
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking between the sheets or rather how to break the silence between the sheets. We always say that if you can talk about sex then you ca...
442: The Ouch
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In last week's episode we discussed the purpose of the protected moves. On today's show we are going deeper to the "ouch," the pain, the vulnerability...
441: The Purpose Under the Protection
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wonder why you get angry in a fight? Have you been unsure why conflict makes you want to run? Join George and Laurie in today's episode to...
440: All Things Cycle
18 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join our hosts on this episode as they go over all things cycle! The emotional and sexual cycle is a tool that EFT therapists use to help clients find...
439: Is Secure Sex Hot?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Secure sex too often gets lumped in with BORING sex! Laurie and George are challenging this myth and shouting from the rooftops that secure sex is HOT...
438: A Tribute to Dr. Sue Johnson
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is dedicated to Dr. Sue Johnson, the founder of EFT and a beloved mentor, teacher and friend. We remember her legacy and devotion to help...
437: Relationship Blocks and Stoppers
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Foreplay listeners to another episode in our school of love series. Our residential relationship experts share with us the 4 things that stop ...
436: B.E.S.T S.E.X. T.A.L.K
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about sex, baby! Not sure how to have the best sex talk? We put together a comprehensive list of topics to cover. Join us today as we work ...
435: We Need to Talk About Our Sex Life
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not sure how to have a great conversation about your sex life? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this latest edition of our school of love lesson...
434: Sex and Culture
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you ever stop and think about why you view sex the way you do? Where did your thoughts and feelings on sex come from? In this episode, George and ...
433: School of Love Lesson: Sexual History
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last episode we invited listeners to have a candid conversation with their partners about emotions and how your family expressed emotions. This we...
432: The Essential Questions to Ask to Understand Your Partner Better
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our latest installment in our school of love, introduces listeners to the essential questions to ask your partner to understand their attachment relat...
431: Mailbag Question: Can You Help Me Fix My Sexless Marriage?
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join George and Laurie as we answer a 'Mailbag' question from a listener that asks our hosts with their help to fix their sexless marriage. Sexless ma...
430: Understanding Attachment Styles
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Attachment theory helps lovers make sense of why we do what we do in relationships. Developed from attachment theory, the theory of human bonding, ar...
429: What Do Couples Want?
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Maybe you've decided that you need to work on your relationship but what is it exactly that you want to work on? You don't want to sit in therapy and ...
428: How to Have a Sexy Marriage with Dr. Corey Allan
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Foreplay listeners to a can't miss episode with our friend and colleague Dr. Corey Allan co-host of Sexy Marriage Radio podcast. With over 13 ...
427: Laughing in Bed
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The saying goes that laughter is the best medicine. In our work as couples therapists, we've seen the power of shared laughter between partners. Laugh...
426: "Secure Love" with guest Julie Mennano
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are welcoming an attachment expert and our dear friend Julie Mennano, LMFT to the pod. You may know Julie already from her incredibly popular...
425: Emotions -- The Language of Love
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Foreplay listeners, join us today for a lesson on emotions! In this installment of our 'Love School' series George and Laurie are letting listeners in...
424: Science of Love
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Time to get nerdy with us today listeners! We're taking another deep dive into the science of love and bonded relationships and exploring more about ...
423: Theory of Love
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about attachment theory. Attachment styles have been buzzing in the pop psychology world recently. Our hosts invite listeners to l...
422: Oral Sex Do's and Dont's
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Grab your pen and notebook for this, you're going to want ALL the notes from this episode! George and Dr. Laurie answer a mailbag question from a long...
421: Riding the Relationship Waves
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever scratched your head and wondered 'why does my partner do that?' this episode is for you. What if you could understand the waves that hi...
420: 5 Ways to Recover Your Relationship Fumble
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome listeners to today's episode! A pick six in football is when the opposing team catches an interception and returns in for a touchdown. This ca...
419: Putting on the Rizz!
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
But, George and Laurie, what is "rizz?" Rizz, selected as Oxford's word of the year for 2023, is defined as a slang term used to describe someone's ab...
418: How to Find Your Way Out of the Shame Abyss
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shame is an emotional experience that confirms our biggest insecurities. S*x is a sacred space that requires us to be naked physically, emotionally an...
417: Make Better Sense of Your Thoughts for Better Sex
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a relationship when we experience emotional hurt we quickly want to assign meaning to the feeling. Our brains are wired to make sense of the threat...
416: How to Stress Less to Avoid Sexless Holidays
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You grind so hard all year in hopes to spend quality time during the holiday season with your love but when the time comes you end up getting caught i...
415: Dirty Talk
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Warning this episode is NSFW and you might want to sit down for this one! Is dirty talk part of your love making repertoire? Dirty talk is defined as...
414: Help! My partner has a foot fetish. What now?
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A fetish is an object or part of the body that turns someone on sexually. How do partners safely discuss fetishes? Join George and Laurie in today's e...
413: The Formula to Unlock Female Desire
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Foreplay listeners, join George and Laurie in this episode and help us celebrate 4 years of podcasting together! It has been quite a ride with our fea...
412: Man Can't Come
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Laurie and George answer a mailbag question in this episode. "I think my husband has been faking orgasms...how can I bring this up without increasing ...
411: What Women Want
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is it exactly that women want? As the conversation of patriarchy and toxic masculinity have buzzed over the past few years (and for good reason) ...
410: Recovery from the Negative Sexual Cycle
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
George reminds us that the sexual relationship between adults is the ultimate playground and reclaiming that energy is what makes great lovers! When c...
409: What Withdrawers Want
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, George and Laurie explore the world of the sexual withdrawer. In the sexual cycle, withdrawers avoid, shut down or turn away from sex...
408: Desire: Initiating v. Responsiveness
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Since the majority of women are responsive to desire, does that mean all women are sexual withdrawers?" Dr. Laurie says, "Absolutely not!" Join us on...
407: Embracing the Erotic
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Laurie and George in this episode as they answer a mailbag question from a devoted listener. The sexual pursuer asks the experts how can I tell m...
406: Going Deeper
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You might be downloading this episode hoping to hear about a sexual position but this episode is all about going deeper into VULNERABILITY. Laurie and...
405: 10 Things to Not be Ashamed of During Sex
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sights, sounds and smells OH MY! There are many aspects to sex that can cause embarrassment for partners. We are here to let you know that so many thi...
404: 4 Ways Anxiety Kills Your Sex Life and How to Stop It!
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have anxiety when it comes to your sex life? Maybe you identify with the sexual pursuer role in the relationship and find that you are the part...
403: Take the Pressure Off: How to Fix Delayed Ejaculation
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Delayed ejaculation is when a man cannot reach orgasm intervaginally during sexual intercourse. If this is something you have dealt with, you are not ...
402: F the Cycle
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome listeners! Today we are saying F the Cycle and using good energy to help deconstruct the negative cycle and rebuild a positive connection. In ...
401: How to Not Take it Personally
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you take your partner's behavior personally? Learn how not to in this episode! It's common for individuals to engage in pursuing or withdrawing beh...