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A radically inclusive sexpositive guide to managing the inevitable libido differences in our relationships authored by two certified sex therapists who are passionate about good sex

2024 Distinguished Book Award Winner selected by the American Psychological Associations Division 44

Desire invites readers of all ages genders sexual orientations and relationship structures to shed the shame and misinformation that surround the topic of sex and instead learn from 2 certified sex therapists about how libido really works Desire differences are one of the most common relationship issues yet with fewer than 1100 certified sex therapists in the country it can be difficult to find help This essential book breaks the mold of the sex selfhelp genre which typically focuses only on cisgender women

Through the authors expert guidance readers will learn about

• embracing a more expansive definition of sex
• identifying various factors that can impact libido
• managing anxiety around sex one of the biggest libido killers
• the structural oppressionsfrom cisnormativity to heteronormativity to compulsory sexuality to minority stressthat affect our libido
• and much much more

It rejects the narrow heteronormative staircase model of sexa way of thinking where many relationships get stuck It integrates evidencebased relationship therapy techniques for better communication around sex

Included are dozens of techniques exercises checklists and journal prompts for readers to use at their own pace to fit their needs including mindfulness body mapping and sensate focus Whatever your identity sexual practices or reason for picking up this book Desire will help you reach your personal sexual health goals