“Karen, is a master clinician whose groundbreaking contributions are indispensable, significantly enhancing therapeutic outcomes for couples striving for deeper, more meaningful connections.”
—Stan Tatkin, PsyD MFT, Founder of the PACT Institute
Cutting edge PACT certified therapy
I am a PACT certified therapist and was one of the original core faculty members of the PACT Institute. I was instrumental in the evolution of their couple retreats and training programs. Read more about Karen.
Sex therapy with a focus on the sacred
I am a Psychologist, sex therapist, trainer of therapists, master clinician, and coach who has had the honor of working with folks to better their lives for over 35 years. These days I only work with committed couples who are grappling with “the how” of satisfying sex or death given what reality truly is. More info.
Expanding erotic capacities with Ripening Retreats
I am most excited to share my new application of PACT, the Ripening Model of Secure Erotic Functioning which helps couples who are truly ready to do the work of expanding their erotic capacities. My colleague and I run personalized retreats for couples. More info.
Inspiring the future, professional training for therapists
I am passionate about moving the field of couple therapy forward . I work with therapists individually, in consult groups and I offer professional trainings. My speciality is teaching therapists how to skillfully apply PACT to address even the most complex issues. More info.
Ripening Retreats
Join us on a private retreat, designed just for your couple, and ripen your capacity for pleasure and deep connection. Become the lovers you have longed to be.
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Growing Erotic Skills with Your Person
Cultivating Erotic Energy
Latest News
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The First 30 Seconds: How PACT Can Help Couples with Sexual Encounters
PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy) helps couples like Bob and Sandra navigate differences in sexual desire by slowing down and understanding each other’s feelings. They learn that Bob’s fear of rejection and Sandra’s fear of confrontation are rooted in past experiences. Through playful exercises, they practice new ways of initiating and declining intimacy that…
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When a Couple Desires More Intimacy
Helping couples enhance their sensual connection by focusing on sensuality rather than sexual performance. Key to this approach is differentiation, where each partner maintains their individuality while staying connected. Through slowing down and fostering deeper understanding, the therapist guides couples to build a more satisfying and intimate relationship.
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Beyond the Ick Factor: Deeper Healing for Issues of Sexuality
Couples seeking therapy for sexual issues often have deeper, underlying problems like the “ick factor”—a repulsion to a partner’s smell, taste, or touch. This can stem from early life experiences and psychobiological responses. Understanding these roots allows for more effective healing. For instance, Donna and Marcy overcame challenges with intimacy by addressing Donna’s past trauma,…