Reproductive & Sexual Health

Relationship strain or emotional distance tied to sexual changes

Sexual changes don't just affect the bedroom - they can impact your entire relationship. When desire fades, physical discomfort sets in, or intimacy becomes strained, the effects ripple into communication, emotional connection, and self-esteem. At Renew Health & Wellness, Dr. Jennifer Redmond, CNP, DNP understands that sexual health dysfunction is never purely a physical problem. That's why the relational side of sexual change receives the same careful attention as the hormonal and medical causes.

Treatment starts with a thorough evaluation of the hormones most closely tied to sexual health, including:

  • Testosterone

  • Estrogen

  • Progesterone

  • Thyroid levels

Restoring the hormonal foundation of desire and physical comfort is often the most transformative step a couple can take. As libido returns, physical discomfort resolves, and arousal normalizes through targeted hormone optimization and medical therapies, many couples find that relational strain begins to ease naturally.

However, Dr. Jennifer Redmond, CNP, DNP also recognizes that months or years of sexual avoidance, mismatched desire, or intimacy-related conflict often need more than hormonal care alone. Our on-site licensed mental health therapist provides individual and couples-focused therapy to address:

  • Communication patterns

  • Emotional intimacy

  • Relational dynamics

This support happens alongside the medical management of sexual dysfunction - not separate from it.

This integrated approach is what sets Renew Health & Wellness apart. Hormonal care and relationship support happen under the same roof, so nothing falls through the cracks. Where clinically appropriate, medications such as Addyi, Vylessi, and peptide therapies are incorporated to address physiological barriers to desire and responsiveness. At Renew Health & Wellness, we invest in the full picture of your intimate life - not just the symptom, but the relationship it lives within.

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Contact

(605) 261-6872

info@renewhealthsd.com

2520 S. Lorraine Pl Sioux Falls, SD 57106

Copyright 2026 Renew Health and Wellness

Contact

(605) 261-6872

info@renewhealthsd.com

2520 S. Lorraine Pl Sioux Falls, SD 57106

Copyright 2026 Renew Health and Wellness