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Sex For Couples with Heather Shannon

Sex For Couples with Heather Shannon

Heather Shannon 181 episodes Latest May 31, 2026

Sex For Couples is a podcast for committed couples who feel stressed, guilty, or frustrated about their sex life—and want to feel excited, close, and playful again. Hosted by Heather Shannon, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist with 19 years of experience, the show breaks down the emotional and psychological reasons intimacy fades and what actually helps couples reconnect. Through solo and guest episodes, it offers approachable advice, open conversations, and tools to communicate better about sex, reduce shame, and enjoy rediscovering each other.

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Crossdressing Kink: Married To A Women But Want to Wear Her Clothes? May 31, 2026 29:17 SUMMER SCHEDULE! I'll be publishing every other week during June, July & August so we can all enjoy our family time and travels. I'll resume weekly publishing September 7th, 2026. If you’re secretly wondering what your cross-dressing means about you — or terrified what would happen if your partner fully knew — this episode is for you.Many men who cross-dress struggle with shame, confusion, sec
Why So Many Couples End Up in a Dead Bedroom May 25, 2026 45:16 If you still love each other but sex has become rare, tense, or complicated, this episode will help you understand what changed.In this episode of Sex for Couples, Certified Sex Therapist Heather Shannon talks with Author & Founder Ralph Brewer who wrote The Dead Bedroom Fix and founded of HelpForMen.com. The explore why sex can feel effortless early in a relationship — and then slowly start t
How to Feel Sexy Despite Aging and Body Changes May 18, 2026 34:13 Sometimes your body changes — weight gain, new wrinkles, giving birth, surgery, balding, etc. And when that happens, it can deeply affect the way you experience desire, sexual confidence, intimacy, and your whole identity as a sexual being.In this episode, Heather explores the grief of bodily change, the unrealistic expectations many people have about sexuality staying the same forever, and the wa
Why Sex Starts Feeling Like Another Chore May 11, 2026 45:24 If sex has started feeling like one more thing you're supposed to do in your relationship . . . this episode is for you.Maybe you still love your partner… but sex feels heavy, pressured, awkward, or emotionally draining. You want to want it — but instead you find yourself avoiding initiation, feeling disconnected, or wondering why intimacy feels so different than it used to.In this episode, Heathe
How to Fix Mismatched Libidos Without Pressure or Resentment May 4, 2026 45:05 Struggling with mismatched libidos in your relationship? You’re not alone—and the real problem isn’t what you think.In this episode, I’m joined by relationship and intimacy coach Monica Tanner to unpack the hidden dynamics behind desire discrepancy. We dive into why couples get stuck in cycles of pressure and rejection, how small disappointments turn into long-term resentment, and what both partne
3 Ways Non-Monogamy Goes Wrong (And Why It Feels So Unsafe) Apr 27, 2026 24:28 Thinking about opening your relationship—but already feeling tension, anxiety, or uncertainty?You’re not alone.For many couples, conversations about non-monogamy or open relationships quickly become overwhelming. One partner may feel excited and ready to explore, while the other feels hesitant, worried, or emotionally unsafe.In this episode, I break down why that happens—and how to approach non-mo
Why Non-Monogamy Can Save Your Relationship Apr 20, 2026 53:12 Non-monogamy is usually seen as something that destroys relationships.But what if, in some cases, it can actually save them?In this episode, I’m talking with a non-monogamy expert about a perspective that challenges everything most couples have been taught about love, sex, and commitment.We explore how Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) and Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM) can sometimes be a more honest and
3 Mistakes Couples Make When Sharing Sexual Fantasies Apr 13, 2026 24:58 Thinking about sharing a sexual fantasy—but worried your partner will see you differently? This is where most couples unknowingly start creating distance instead of deeper intimacy.In this episode, we break down the 3 biggest mistakes couples make when sharing sexual fantasies—and why these patterns often lead to pressure, resentment, or emotional disconnection instead of closeness.If you’ve ever
Why You Get Anxious During Sex (Even When You Want It) Apr 6, 2026 51:03 You want sex. You care about your relationship. But when things actually start to happen… something shifts. You get in your head. You feel anxious, disconnected, or unsure of yourself.And sometimes, you walk away wondering why it didn’t feel as good as you hoped—or even feeling shame or guilt.In this episode, I’m joined by sex therapist and Certified IFS Therapist, Patricia Rich, to unpack what’s
How To Figure Out Your Top Turn-Ons: A Simple Guide To Better Sex Mar 30, 2026 25:07 Sick of not knowing what you want in bed? Download The Free Sexy Scorecard now - https://heather-shannon.mykajabi.com/offers/km5Dd3rfFigure out your sexual self so you can communicate better with your partner and experience more pleasure together. In this episode:Discover how understanding your current patterns can open doors to new experiencesLearn why stepping out of your comfort zone can lead t
How to Explore Your Attraction to Other Women (While Married to a Man) Mar 23, 2026 42:47 What happens when you feel attracted to another woman… but you’re in a committed relationship with a man?For a lot of women, this curiosity brings a mix of excitement, confusion, and uncertainty. You might wonder what it means, whether it’s worth exploring, or how to even begin without creating problems in your current relationship.In this episode, I’m joined by Genevieve LeJeune, founder of Skirt
3 Reasons You Don’t Feel Desired by Your Partner Mar 16, 2026 30:17 You can have a loving partner who compliments you, supports you, and chooses you every day—and still feel completely undesired. The surprising truth is that the problem usually isn’t your partner’s attraction… it’s how desire is being interpreted and received in your relationship.Feeling sexually desired is one of the most powerful emotional experiences in a relationship. It boosts confidence, dee

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