Why Long-Time Couples Stop Wanting Sex (And How to Fix It) with Tarah and EJ Kerwin
Libido Lounge · Dr. Diane Mueller
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Show Notes
Whether you're just beginning to notice changes or have been dealing with this issue for years, Tara and EJ offer practical steps to reignite your relationship and reconnect with your partner. If you’re looking for more support, check out their in-office or online services at AZ residents, visit relationshiprenovation.com, and for national or international services, go to relationshiprenovation.com/online-program. You can also explore their podcast and YouTube channel at https://linktr.ee/relationshiprenovation.
Key Topics Discussed:
Desire Discrepancy in Relationships – How to navigate situations where one partner has a higher or lower sex drive than the other.
Communication Breakdown – Why couples often struggle to talk about their intimate lives and how to improve communication.
Emotional Safety – Building emotional safety as a foundation for rebuilding intimacy is essential.
Practical Steps for Reconnecting – Strategies to reignite the connection in long-term relationships.
Common Relationship Challenges – External stressors like kids, aging, and hormonal changes affect intimacy.
How to Address Intimacy Issues – A step-by-step approach for couples to address and resolve desire discrepancies.
About the Guest:
Tarah and EJ Kerwin are licensed relationship therapists, a married couple, and proud parents of a blended family of four. At their Tucson-based counseling center, Relationship Renovation, they’ve made it their mission to help couples rebuild and strengthen their relationships, one step at a time. Their work provides a safe, supportive space where individuals and couples can tackle life’s challenges, develop essential relationship skills, and foster deeper connections.
With a strong belief that everyone has the potential to grow and thrive in their relationships, Tarah and EJ offer personalized support tailored to each couple's unique needs. Whether you’re looking to resolve relationship struggles or simply want to enhance your bond, Relationship Renovation offers in-office services, an online couples program, and a podcast with insights to guide you toward healing, growth, and renewal.
Discover how they can help you navigate the complexities of modern relationships today.
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(0:00) Introduction to guests Tara and EJ Kerwin (1:05) Discussing desire discrepancy and initial steps for addressing intimacy issues (4:32) Importance of communication, emotional safety, and common relationship needs (8:34) Personal backgrounds, intimacy beliefs, and prioritizing partnership (13:36) Hormonal changes, empathy, and maintaining connection (22:24) Relationship Renovation at Home program details (24:42) Thank you, sign-off, and where to find Dr. Diane online