by Molly Malley | Jan 29, 2020 | Relationships
Every person, no matter their background or preferences, deserves compassionate mental health care. Justine Braford, LMSW, CST, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, Grand Rapids Specialty Therapy, said that for those struggling with their identity or sexual orientation,...
by Kelsea Rounds | Apr 5, 2018 | Relationships
What counts as sexual harassment—and how do we stop it? In 2006, social activist Tarana Burke used the phrase “Me Too” to promote empowerment through empathy among survivors of sexual harassment and assault. #MeToo spread virally last October, after...
by Kelsea Rounds | Jan 30, 2018 | Relationships
“Re-entering the dating world after a long-term partnership has ended can be all at once very exciting and a bit overwhelming,” said Justine Braford, LMSW, Counseling Associates of West Michigan. As a sex therapist, Braford encourages her clients to...
by Kelsea Rounds | Jan 30, 2018 | Relationships
A better sex life during menopause comes down to talking about “you and me.” Let’s address the huge hot-flashing elephant in the room: Every woman experiences menopause. Before you run away, screaming … “Menopause” is not a scary...
by Kelsea Rounds | Jan 17, 2018 | Wellness
Women of West Michigan, you asked … and the Center for Women’s Sexual Health has answered! Sex Educators Heather Alberda BA, CSE; Sara Apol MPH; Justine Braford, LMSW; and Nisha McKenzie PA-C, IF, CSC, will lead monthly seminars and quarterly workshops...
