Ask the Experts | Todd Baratz | IG Live Q&A
Todd Baratz is a renowned psychotherapist and sex therapist whose innovative approach to mental health and relationships has established him as a leading figure in his field. In addition to his clinical practice, Baratz is a prolific writer and speaker. His insights are regularly featured in various media outlets, where he discusses topics ranging from romantic relationships to individual mental wellness. He lives in New York City and Los Angeles.
Questions Answered:
Trust until trust is broken or don't trust until they earn it?
Is the right person, wrong time ever actually true?
Regarding your quote about everyone being “relationship ready”. I have codependency issues and still need to work on my self-esteem, am I ready?
How do you know if a past toxic relationship is affecting your judgment while dating?
Do you think sex on the first date is a mistake?
Can you share some tips for talking about sex before you have it for the first time?
How can I open up to dating? I’ve been single my whole life and loved it.
How can I deal with performance anxiety?
How can I stop thinking negative things about my ex and move on?
What is the best way to start the conversation with my partner who never seems to want to have sex?
I'm ruining my relationship with my partner because I am depressed and don't know how to communicate. I don't love myself and don't know what to do. Do you have any advice?
What is your perspective on the dismissive-avoidant partner’s needs overshadowing the needs of the other partner?
What do you consider the markers of a healthy sex life?
What do you do when your partner has lied to you and now you’re having a hard time believing them?
My partner has just realized after 15 years of being together, that 12 years ago when I cheated on him he fell out of love with me. He stayed in the relationship because it felt safer than leaving. He married me because I’m his best friend and he loves me…but he isn’t in love with me. We’re both working on healing our trauma & attachments…and we have come so far. We have deep love for each other and our relationship excels in 9/10 categories. He is willing to try (and is trying) to feel in love with me (and himself) again, but has no idea where to start. Is falling back in love with someone when that kind of “in love” feeling has been offline for so long even possible? If so, how does one go about this?