Logo
Esther Perel Headshot
Report a problem with this profile
[email protected]

Esther Perel      

Relationship & Communications Expert; Master Trainer & Emotional Literacy Advisor; Award-Winning Author & International Columnist

Esther Perel is a Belgian-American psychotherapist renowned for her profound insights into human relationships. Born in Belgium, she embarked on a journey to unravel the complexities of love, desire, and intimacy. Perel's pioneering work has reshaped the landscape of modern psychotherapy, earning her international acclaim.

Perel gained widespread recognition for her groundbreaking book, "Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence." Published in multiple languages, the book explores the intricate dynamics of passion and intimacy within committed relationships. Through her innovative concept of "erotic intelligence," Perel challenges conventional notions of love and offers a fresh perspective on maintaining desire in long-term partnerships. Beyond her literary contributions, Perel is a sought-after speaker and educator, captivating audiences with her thought-provoking insights on intimacy, infidelity, and the pursuit of happiness.

Speech Topics

Over-Scheduled Life, Underfed Souls: Reconciling The Erotic and the Domestic

Never before has the survival of the family so depended on the happiness of the couple. Yet, all too many partners live in a state of emotional deprivation and chronic time crunch. While the kids get ample playdates and extracurricular activities, the couple slogs it out with the same-old, same-old. The children get the latest in fashion, but the adults walk around in sweat pants that have lost their original color. The kids get languorous hugs while the couple subsists on a diet of quick pecks. In this talk, Esther Perel shares the science behind thriving relationships and the art of nourishing the soul. Audiences will come away with fresh insight on how to reconcile our need for safety and security with our quest for novelty and adventure. They will also gain actionable tools to cultivate erotic intelligence —an intelligence that embraces aliveness, vibrancy and vitality.

Emotional Literacy: How To Set Yourself Apart

College is a balancing act. Communicating with professors, friends, family, professional mentors, and employers all at once can often pose a seemingly impossible challenge. In this talk, Esther Perel explains the most effective ways to meet that challenge, including the common mistakes that people make when trying to express themselves as well as understanding the complex science behind finding common ground and connecting with others in a purposeful way. College students step away equipped with information that will help them in every area of their life, at the start of their careers and far beyond.

Communication Literacy: From The Boardroom To The Bedroom

Relationships are the foundation of life. No matter if you’re at work or at home, knowing or not knowing how to communicate with the people around you can make all the difference—and even make or break the sustainability of your professional success. In this talk, Esther Perel shares the science behind the intricacies of effective communication, highlights where many people go wrong and, most important, easy steps to instantly reform your own skills. Audiences leave this talk with fresh insight on the surprising common traits between personal and professional communication and knowing how to get the most out of every relationship for a happy, successful and fulfilled life.

News

Esther Perel on affairs: Spouses in happy marriages cheat and ...
We would all like to believe that affairs are the refuge of the discontented, that only people in unhappy marriages cheat. But “happy,” it turns out, is not a sufficient ...
The Couples Therapy Expert Esther Perel Takes On Sex and Sexuality
Esther Perel has become a go-to speaker on sexuality and relationships in the world of couples therapy as well as in the luxury self-actualization set.

Related Speakers View all

More like Esther