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Intimacy Beyond Sex: What Gender Excels When It Comes to Intimacy?

October 14, 2020October 14, 2020 by covenantsextherapy

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One of the age old questions that our society goes back on forth on is; What gender naturally excels when it comes to sexual health? Questions like; Is it healthy to rely on one partner to lead in the bedroom? Or what is the difference between sex and intimacy? Society tells us that men typically possess the higher desire trait…

What Your Parents Didn’t Tell You about Sex: An LDS Guide to Sexual Intimacy on Audible Amazon Author Page

June 29, 2018June 29, 2018 by covenant

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Problems in the sexual relationship are one of the top reasons that couples get divorced, both inside and outside of the Church. Many faithful members have sought out counsel and direction from books, bishops, and therapists. Yet a large portion still complains of low levels of sexual satisfaction or dysfunction, which pull at the marital bond and covenant marriage. Dr.…

Owner of the Sexual Healing App in the Apple App Store

June 29, 2018June 29, 2018 by covenant

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Sexual Healing is designed to help individuals and couples improve their sexuality. A comprehensive model of sexual health is used to do so. There are many factors that impact sexuality such as upbringing, spirituality, relationships, culture, etc. These 12 factors make up the sexually influential systems for each person and include body, mind, spirit/soul, emotions, past/future, society, culture/friends, religion/spirituality, attachment/safety,…

Author of You, Me, and We: A Practical Guide to Marital Intimacy at Deseret Book

June 29, 2018June 29, 2018 by covenant

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For many faithful members, counsel from bishops and even therapists may not be enough when it comes to marital intimacy. Focusing strictly on what other books missed, this insightful volume goes into respectful but needed detail to discuss common problems and solutions and separate myths from facts. Whether you're newlyweds or long-cherished partners, learn how to strengthen your marriage today…

Bibliotherapy

April 6, 2018April 6, 2018 by covenantsextherapy

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Van Lankyeld defined bibliotherapy as “the treatment of mental and physical health problems in which written material plays a central role” (1998, p. 702). Many therapists author such books to be used with or without treatment. In fact, our very own Dr. Hughes recently released his second book You, Me, and We: A Practical Guide to Marital Intimacy. Although such…

Religion and Sexuality

March 1, 2018March 1, 2018 by covenantsextherapy

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Religion influences many aspects of life, including sexuality. Many religions treat marital sexuality as sacred and reject sexual behavior before marriage. Latter-Day Saints believe this as well, and as such obey a strict law of chastity prior to marriage. There have been many arguments as to whether spirituality helps or hurts the marital sexual relationship. Research indicates that “the more…

LOVE

February 13, 2018February 13, 2018 by covenantsextherapy

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Many of us believe that long-term relationships and marriages can only keep alive the spark of a once burning flame of love and passion. This belief leads many to be content with an okay marriage and sex life or to avoid monogamy altogether, instead seeking the constant highs of fresh romance. It may surprise you to find out that this…

Trauma – Right Here in Utah County

January 18, 2018 by covenantsextherapy

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Trauma is often associated with military personnel and survivors of extreme abuse. However, anyone can experience trauma. Trauma can stem from a car crash, death of a loved one, an injury, being mugged, or a spouse’s infidelity, just to name a few. Even witnessing some of these events can create trauma. Some symptoms of trauma are unwanted continuous memories of…

Anxiety and The Whole Person-Utah County

January 17, 2018January 17, 2018 by covenantsextherapy

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Anxiety is the anticipation of a future event or occurrence. We have all experienced moments of anxiety, whether it be before a job interview, presenting in front of a large group, or before making an important phone call. These feelings of apprehension typically fade and disappear after the event. However, sometimes anxiety does not have a clear source, lasts…

Self-Actualization and The Whole Person-Utah County

January 17, 2018January 17, 2018 by covenantsextherapy

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Self-actualization is the realization of our full potential, feeling at ease with oneself, and feeling confidence in one’s abilities. It is often thought of as the main goal of every person. It has also been described as the best version of ourselves. Self-actualization may seem unobtainable, but there are a variety of ways to become closer to self-actualization, including mindfulness…

Depression…There is Hope-Utah County

January 17, 2018 by covenantsextherapy

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Most people are familiar with their fluctuations in mood, experiencing a variety of emotions daily. Sometimes, they can get stuck experiencing one emotion or a cocktail of negative emotions like sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness. This experience is called depression. It can last a few weeks to months, even years. It is expected that everyone will experience at least a short…

Available for Presale

September 19, 2017September 19, 2017 by covenantsextherapy

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You, Me, and We is now available for presale from Deseret Book, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon! It will be sold in Deseret Book stores starting on the release date, December 12th! Deseret Book Walmart Barnes & Noble Amazon

“The New Talk” Talking to your kids about sex BYU CEU Presentation

July 10, 2017July 10, 2017 by covenantsextherapy

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This presentation is of Dr. Hughes at BYU for a CEU lecture during the Alumni Series. This same lecture has been done during a few 5th Sunday's in various wards. If you are interested in having this presentation at your ward, email us and we'll get it on the schedule. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Qsf5eepaCNg&feature=youtu.be

Upcoming Presentation by Dr. Hughes

May 15, 2017May 15, 2017 by covenantsextherapy

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Dr. Hughes will be presenting at BYU on "The New Talk" which will address the new way that parents need to be talking to kids about sex. The old talk was failing them and this new approach to the topic will help be a life preserver throughout their lives and relationships!

Menstrual cycle, birth control, pregnancy, and sexual desire

April 21, 2017April 21, 2017 by covenantsextherapy

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Couples often wonder why female sexual desire fluctuates during the menstrual cycle, the use of birth control, and while pregnant. There are many factors that contribute to this, however in this post I will only talk about the hormone shifts and leave contextual and psychological factors to another post. Women experience more sexual desire leading up to and during ovulation…

Breastfeeding and Sexual Desire

April 21, 2017April 21, 2017 by covenantsextherapy

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I am asked quite frequently about the impact that breastfeeding has on female sexual desire. Many women feel like something is wrong with them or that they will not ever return to their normal sexual selves. While it is common to feel this way, the reality is that once nursing ends they will most likely experience a return of their…

Book Cover

April 12, 2017April 12, 2017 by covenantsextherapy

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Yesterday I had a fun time emailing back and forth with my publisher's design team deciding the final touches to the book cover for You, Me, & We. Kinsey did an amazing job creating a book cover that would convey all of the aspects of my book into one graphic. There is a lot of symbolism with the artwork on the…

What is Male Ejaculate Made of?

February 27, 2017February 27, 2017 by covenantsextherapy

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The male ejaculate is pretty amazing. God has designed men to produce components that exist within the male ejaculate not only for fertilization of the female egg, but to survive the journey. It's miraculous when you know the lengths that the sperm has to go through in order to get to the egg. Most people think that the entire male…

Vaginal Lubrication VS. Discharge

February 26, 2017February 26, 2017 by covenantsextherapy

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Lets face it, there is a lot of confusion about vaginal fluids (where they come from, if they are indicators of sexual arousal, and what is normal). These are all good questions that deserve clear and correct answers. After all, it's your body. This post is to clear up some of the confusion. First, let me say that the glands…

How an erection occurs and is maintained

February 24, 2017 by covenantsextherapy

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An erection begins with some form of arousal stimulus (physical, emotional, or cognitive). The brain produces a chemical that tells the body to increase the blood vessels bringing blood to the penis and decrease the vessels taking blood away. As the smooth muscles of the corpora cavernosa relax, the blood entering the penis through the cavernous artery fills all the space…

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