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Dr. Mesha Ellis

Dr. Ellis is a Clinical Psychologist and S*x Therapist who specializes in treating relationship, int

01/25/2026

Not all stress looks like panic. Some people react to stress with urgency or anger. Others withdraw, shut down, or feel stuck. These patterns are part of the fight, flight, freeze response and reflect how the body adapts to overwhelm.
Understanding these responses helps us respond with compassion instead of self criticism. With awareness and support, people can learn ways to regulate their nervous systems and widen their capacity to pause, reflect, and choose how they respond; especially during moments of stress or conflict.
What does your body tend to do when stress feels like too much?

01/19/2026

"The time is always right to do what is right."

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Today we honor Dr. King's legacy. Not just his words, but his courage to act on them even when it was difficult or dangerous.

Let's be intentional about reflecting on how we can carry his vision forward, in our relationships, our communities, and our own hearts.

01/16/2026

Humor has the power to diffuse tension and deepen connection. But it can also become a way to avoid real conversations or unintentionally hurt your partner.

Swipe through to see when humor helps intimacy, and when it hurts

01/14/2026

Desire and arousal aren’t the same; and confusing them creates unnecessary pressure.
Desire is the interest or openness to physical intimacy. Arousal is the body’s physical response.

Many people expect desire to appear first, but relationship and s*x research show that in
long-term partnerships, female desire often follows connection and arousal. This is known as responsive desire, and it’s normal.

From a relationship science perspective, intimacy grows when partners feel emotionally safe and connected. When couples turn toward one another with warmth and presence, desire has room to emerge and grow. If spontaneous desire isn’t showing up the way it used to, your desire may simply need connection rather than pressure to awaken.

01/13/2026

From childhood through older adulthood, our nervous systems are constantly adapting to what life asks of us. But what works at one stage doesn't always work at another.

Children often need co-regulation from caregivers. Adolescents are developing independence but still benefit from support. Adults may have more tools, but chronic stress can override them. And as we age, life transitions can challenge even our most practiced coping strategies.

The key isn't perfection. It's awareness. Noticing when your nervous system is overwhelmed and knowing what helps you return to calm.

Do you know what helps you regulate when life feels overwhelming?

01/08/2026

Happy National Bubble Bath Day!
You know what? Sometimes the smallest moments create the biggest shifts in our relationships.

A bubble bath can be a powerful way to connect, whether you're drawing one for your partner as a gesture of care, or slipping into the warmth together. It's not just about relaxation (though that's nice too). It's about creating space where you can actually be present with each other; no phones, no distractions, just the two of you.

Intimacy thrives when we feel emotionally safe and genuinely connected.

So tonight, light a candle. Draw a bath for your partner, or step in together. Talk, touch, laugh, or just breathe. Connection starts with moments like these.

Drop an emoji in the comments if you're trying this tonight!

01/07/2026

The goal of an evaluation isn't to label your child, it's to unlock the support that they need. Though the word "evaluation" can feel heavy, parents sometimes worry it will define their children in limiting ways.

But here's what evaluations actually do: they clarify. They help us understand how your child learns, processes emotions, and navigates their world.

When we have that clarity, we can stop guessing and start responding with intention.

Sometimes the most supportive thing we can do is seek to truly understand, so that we can meet our children exactly where they are.

01/06/2026

If your desire doesn't look the way it used to, you're not alone, and nothing is wrong with you. Desire shifts across our lifetime. Illness, the effects of caregiving, menopause, and aging, all influence how we experience desire and attraction.

Many people assume something is broken when desire changes. But your body is actually responding to real changes. Desire becomes more context dependent. It may need more intention, rest, or emotional closeness to emerge.

The couples who navigate this well stay open, communicate freely, and adjust expectations together.

If desire feels different right now, start by letting go of the idea that something is wrong. Then ask: what does desire need from me, and from us, right now?

01/01/2026

Cheers to the year that was...the lessons, the laughter and the growth. As we welcome a new year, may you step into the next chapter with fresh perspective, meaningful connection, and moments worth celebrating!

What’s one word you’re carrying into 2026?

12/30/2025

Conflict is inevitable in close relationships, but damage isn’t.

John Gottman’s research shows that what matters most isn’t whether couples argue, but how much emotional safety exists while they do. The 5:1 rule reminds us that relationships thrive when positive interactions consistently outweigh negative ones.

This doesn’t mean avoiding hard conversations. It means balancing them with care, respect, and repair. When conflict shows up, ask yourself: “What small moment of positivity can I add right now?” Those moments matter more than you might realize.
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12/28/2025

This time of year can stir a wide range of emotions. Joy, stress, nostalgia, and for many, feelings of grief or loss can be some of the emotions that can arise. The holidays can bring reminders of what’s changed, who’s missed, or seasons of life that feel far away.

Noticing what you or your partner is feeling without judgment creates space for steadiness, compassion, and honoring the experience exactly as it is.

12/25/2025

Wishing a peaceful and meaningful Christmas to all who celebrate. May the magic of Christmas fill your heart and home with warmth and joy.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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Welcome! My name is Dr. Mesha Ellis. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and AASECT Certified S*x Therapist. Through my practice, I provide services designed to promote hope and wellness. I do this by working collaboratively and non-judgmentally with clients. I have a special passion for working with individuals and couples struggling with relationship issues, intimacy, and/or s*xual concerns. Specific areas of client concern include low or mismatched desire, healing from s*xual abuse, problems with or**sm, premature ej*******on, infidelity, out of control s*xual behavior, behavioral difficulties, as well as problems with mood and anxiety. I have completed advanced couples therapy training in Levels I, II, and III of Gottman Method Therapy. I am licensed to practice in California, Georgia, and Tennessee. My therapeutic style is characterized by warmth, empathy, humor, and a caring yet direct approach.

Please take some time to peruse the page as well as my website... and feel free to call for a free 10 minute initial consultation. I am more than happy to help you find resolution to your difficulties. We offer in-person and online therapy sessions to residents of California, Georgia, and Tennessee.