Emily Jamea, Ph.D.
AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist
Houston, TX
Dr. Emily Jamea is a sex and relationship therapist based in Houston, TX. With over 15 years of experience, she has helped thousands of people create connection and cultivate passion.
Her new book, Anatomy of Desire: Five Secrets to Create Connection and Cultivate Passion, is currently available everywhere books are sold.
Emily offers online workshops as part of her mission to make her knowledge accessible to everyone. She speaks nationally and internationally to a diverse range of audiences including educators, health and mental health professionals, and the general public. Her expertise has been featured in Oprah Magazine, CNN, USA Today, NBC, and more. Dr. Jamea hosts the popular Love & Libido Podcast, writes columns for Psychology Today and Healthy Women, and posts across all the social media channels @dremilyjamea.
In her free time, Emily enjoys spending time with her husband and children, traveling as much as possible, and salsa dancing and painting when she gets the chance.
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: The Benefits of Masturbation
Masturbation has many perks — and it may help your relationship, too
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Pleasure and Pain
Sex is painful for many women — but it doesn’t have to be
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Sex Toys 101
Curious? Here’s the scoop on the most common types of sex toys and how to use them
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Sex After Cancer
Cancer and treatments like chemotherapy can have sexual side effects — but you can reclaim your sexuality and find intimacy again
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Why Do People Cheat?
Last month, it was Adam Levine. This month, it’s Ned Fulmer. It seems there's always a new cheating scandal — but why? Infidelity is a complex topic. Emily Jamea covers 5 reasons people cheat on those they love.
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: How Can Mindfulness Improve Sex?
You might be surprised what a few deep breaths and focused thoughts can do to improve your lovemaking
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Sex After Celibacy
Thinking of having sex after a dry spell? Read these tips for how to enjoy your first time in a long time.
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: The Top 10 Health Benefits of Sex
Yes, yes, yes … that was good for you!
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Is an Open Relationship Right for You?
There are options beyond monogamy — but it’s important to be comfortable with whatever you choose
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: How To Tell Your Partner About an STI
Having a sexually transmitted infection is a hard thing to admit, but honesty is always the best policy
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: How To Cope With Your Partner’s Sexual Dysfunction
Sometimes taking the pressure off can bring the pleasure back
Good Sex with Emily Jamea: The Paradox of Desire
You want it. Your partner doesn’t. What’s a couple to do?