Welcome to MaryJoRapini.com
Mary Jo is a psychotherapist specializing in intimacy and relationships. She works in Houston, Texas at Methodist Hospital, maintains a private practice, and is a renowned lecturer and author.
Start Talking: A Girl's Guide for You & Your Mom
Mary Jo's latest book, written with co-author Janine Sherman promotes better communication between mother and daughter by addressing healthy living, relationships, sexuality, and most importantly, the sacredness of you.
On the Speakers Circuit
Mary Jo is a highly sought after lecturer, and frequent speaker at conferences. To check out where you can see her next click on Upcoming Events.
Is God Pink? Dying to Heal
In her highly acclaimed first book Mary Jo discuses surviving a near-death experience and shares fascinating stories about how nearly dying brought her patients healing.
Self
Sexuality is sacred and should not be taken lightly. I want women to understand themselves fully before they try to please another person.
Relationships
If we can find our own passion and define our own purpose we will not allow another to use us or hurt us for the sake of being loved.
Wellness
My passion is teaching all patients the sacredness and strength they have inside. Whether they draw that from caring for their families, friends, or careers, it's inside us all.
My Philosophy: The Essence Triangle
My goal is to empower women to gain the freedom to be all they can be before worrying about intimate relationships.
Our society sends constant messages to women that they should be thinner, more beautiful, more engaging, and more receptive to other's needs. We have forgotten that today's girls are tomorrow's leaders and mothers of the next generation.
I ask parents to get behind their daughters. Make a difference. Listen. Guide them. Support them to be who they are destined to be.
Women don't need a boyfriend or a husband to be complete. They need a strong support system that reinforces what a good man is and does, and includes women who are brave enough to make individual strides and be their own person.
Women must understand their bodies, their sexuality, and their own passions and gifts. Knowledge about ones health and sexuality is key to finding happiness in relationships.