Marriage as Human Right

Marriage as Human Right

Many people think of rights as constitutional rights; as right determined by the constitution. This is very much in Australians thinking because of the domination of US-based television shows and movies. Constitutional rights are only one form of right. We do have...
Anal Sex and Anal Play

Anal Sex and Anal Play

Anal play and anal sex, like many sex topics are not often discussed. There are many myths about anal play: it’s immoral; it’s weird; only sluts do anal sex; anal sex is dirty; anal sex is painful; only gay men have anal sex. Spend a moment thinking about where your...
We’re Not Having Sex Anymore

We’re Not Having Sex Anymore

In speaking with other sex therapists, the “we-are-not-having-sex-anymore” issue seems to be a common issue for couples. Friends of mine refer it to it as bed-death and explain where it as a situation where a couple have a great relationship (and are great friends)...
What is Sex Therapy?

What is Sex Therapy?

Many people ask what sex therapy is. Sex therapy is counselling and therapy focused on human sexuality and its problem. In Australia, sex therapy is also referred to under number of other names: psychosexual therapy, sex counselling, and sexual health counselling. A...
‘Gaybies’ Coming Out

‘Gaybies’ Coming Out

Coming Out for Children of Same-Sex Attracted Parents. My son Ben was travelling home with a colleague from work and a discussion of parents came up.  Eventually, he disclosed his fathers were gay and (coincidentally) his colleague disclosed her mother was lesbian. ...