by Mark Cagle, LPC-S | Nov 2, 2026 | Connection, Sex & Intimacy
“Mismatched libido” is a common way couples describe their relationship. One person is the “high-desire” partner, and the other is the “low-desire” partner. These terms may describe a difference in how often each person wants sex, but I believe they are overly...
by Mark Cagle, LPC-S | Oct 16, 2026 | Connection, Sex & Intimacy
You used to reach for your partner without thinking much about it. Now you hesitate. Before you lean in for a kiss or move closer on the couch, you find yourself wondering whether the touch will be welcome—and how you’ll feel if it isn’t. Maybe your partner is tired,...
by Mark Cagle, LPC-S | Oct 13, 2026 | Sex & Intimacy
When touch begins to feel like it carries an expectation of sex, even an ordinary hug can become complicated. This is a challenge I talk about often with couples, and it can happen across all kinds of relationships. You might want to curl up beside your partner, kiss...
by Mark Cagle, LPC-S | Oct 5, 2026 | Communication, Connection
Making room to recharge—and reconnect—in a mixed-neurotype relationship You’ve been looking forward to seeing your partner. You want to tell them about something that happened, hear about their day, or simply feel close again. Your partner walks in and barely says...
by Mark Cagle, LPC-S | Oct 3, 2026 | Sex & Intimacy
Sex and physical intimacy are meaningful parts of connection for many couples. They can be ways of sharing pleasure, expressing affection, and feeling wanted. When touch feels uncomfortable or overwhelming, those moments can become complicated—and painful for both...