Esther Perel
Psychotherapist & New York Times Bestselling Author
Esther Perel is a Belgian-American psychotherapist known for exploring the tension between the need for security and the need for freedom in relationships. She is the New York Times bestselling author of Mating in Captivity and The State of Affairs, and her TED talks have garnered tens of millions o…
2 books authored
Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence
Unlocking Erotic Intelligence
A psychotherapist explores the inherent tension between the need for domestic security and the pursuit of erotic desire in long-term relationships. The book examines how emotional closeness can sometimes stifle sexual passion and provides insights on maintaining attraction through separateness and mystery.
The State of Affairs
Rethinking Infidelity
Esther Perel examines the complex world of infidelity, exploring why people cheat even in happy marriages and how affairs can be a catalyst for relationship growth. She challenges conventional narratives of betrayal and shame, providing a nuanced framework for understanding modern intimacy and desire.