Intentional Improvement

The Science Behind Sex and How Intimacy Can Heal Your Relationship


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Intimacy is designed to be a natural, life-giving part of a relationship. It is how two people connect, communicate through their bodies, and strengthen their bond. Yet even with its importance, countless couples struggle to talk openly about sex. 

In this episode of Intentional Improvement, we sit down with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist Brittany Farrow, whose work helps couples understand their bodies, their minds, and how to truly connect. Brittany opens up about common myths around sex and arousal, how societal messages shape our experiences, and the ways couples can learn to communicate openly about desire, pleasure, and intimacy.

She breaks down practical strategies for understanding your body, from noticing simple sensations like temperature, texture, and pressure, to exploring touch in ways that help reduce performance pressure and enhance connection. Brittany also dives into sexual trauma, why myths about sex and attraction create unnecessary shame and frustration and how awareness and communication can transform a couple’s experience.

From learning to accept your body, understanding arousal, to creating space for honest conversation with your partner, Brittany’s insights provide actionable guidance for anyone seeking a more connected, fulfilling, and confident sexual relationship.

Connect with Brittany Farrow:

  • Web: https://www.farrowfamilytherapy.com/

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Intentional ImprovementBy Erica LeMarr