Lori Davis

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ABOUT LORI DAVIS

Dr. Lori Davis, DNP, CSC is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner and AASECT Certified Sex Counselor dedicated to bridging the critical gap between medical healthcare and relational therapy.With over 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Davis has established herself as a leading national authority on mismatched desire (desire discrepancy), hormonal sexual health, and the complex intersection of physical wellness and emotional intimacy. Her work and insights have been featured in premier publications including The New York Times, Oprah Daily, Men’s Health, and Women & Home.THE DUAL-LENS APPROACH Most couples struggling with sexual disconnection are forced to choose between a medical doctor or a talk therapist. Dr. Davis provides a unique integrated framework:* CLINICAL: As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), she evaluates physiological factors—including hormones, menopause, and sexual pain (Dyspareunia)—that traditional therapy often misses.* RELATIONAL: As an AASECT Certified Sex Counselor, she navigates the emotional dynamics, communication patterns, and \"pursuer-distancer\" cycles that drive sexual withdrawal.AREAS OF FOCUS* Mismatched Desire & Libido Discrepancy* Menopause & Perimenopause Sexual Health* Infidelity Recovery & Erotic Safety* Relational Life Therapy (RLT) & Somatic Experiencing* Inclusive care for LGBTQ+, Kink, and Non-Monogamous communitiesPRACTICE & ACCESSIBILITY Based in Ithaca, NY, Dr. Davis provides in-person and telehealth clinical services for residents of New York and Vermont. Recognizing the national demand for specialized desire discrepancy frameworks, she also offers Intimacy & Relationship Coaching consultations for individuals and couples nationwide.