Sex Therapy Counselling in Essendon North, VIC
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Monique Toohey
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
27 years of counselling experience really does make a difference. Having worked with thousands of clients I can recognise what’s happening for you faster. Reach out if you need support getting symptoms of anxiety & depression under control, tackling childhood trauma, trauma from intimate partner abuse, sexual assault or workplace bullying. I use both cognitive behavioural & sensorimotor art therapies (Guided Drawing & Clay field therapy) to rapidly improve your situation. Fundamental to my work is helping you to be more certain in yourself, better connected to yourself and others and confident in your decision making.

Julie Paschke
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
Appointments available within 2 - 3 weeks. No Waitlist.
Essendon North, VIC 3041
& Online
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Clitorally Perfect
K is a queer, non-binary, neurodiverse
Sex
Therapist & Registered Nurse. They work hollistically with clients of diverse backgrounds, supporting them either short or long term through the challenges life may bring. K works with clients of all ages, backgrounds & identities, & is able to see clients of all financial backgrounds, supporting sliding scale rates, or trade options for appointments. K has an office location in Ascot Vale, & welcomes clients in to their colourful space, but can also see clients online, for those who may be unable to travel.

Toya Ricci
Counsellor, MA
Toya (she/her) is an inclusive and culturally sensitive counsellor,
sex
therapist and
sexuality
educator with experience in supporting people from diverse backgrounds. Both as a professional and a woman of colour, Toya recognises that therapy can be a vulnerable and challenging process and seeks to create a safe and supportive environment for her clients to explore their concerns and experiences so that they can achieve meaningful outcomes.

Alex Sutherland
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe therapy is a collaborative process and am led by where the client is and what they might be seeking in terms of goals or support, if this is known. I am
sex
worker friendly, LGBTIQA+SB inclusive, kink and poly aware and gender affirming. My specialist areas are working in topics of
sex
and relationships, including sexual pain and dysfunctions. I am experienced with working with trauma and have worked with survivors of family violence and a variety of marginalised and diverse communities including different cultural backgrounds.

Maxi Xie
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
Hi, I am Maxi. I am a counsellor who specializes in relationship counselling and
sex therapy
. I support people in understanding themselves better, develop curiosity and self-compassion, I help my clients with evidence-based psychological therapies. I understand we are different and unique, so I would be tailoring my session to best suit you. I am experienced in a range of therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Schema Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT),
Sex Therapy
and Psychosexual Therapy.

Martin Gladman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Martin. I work as a Clinical Sexologist, Relationship Counsellor and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. As a Clinical Sexologist, I support individuals and their partner/s to address concerns relating to their sexual function and overall sexual wellbeing. This can include concerns relating to conditions such as erectile dysfunction, premature or delayed ejaculation, vulvodynia, vaginismus or other forms of unwanted pain during
sex
. I also support clients work through topics they may be struggling with relating to
sexuality
and gender more generally.

Amanda Grogan
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
sex
and intimacy counselling for non-monogamy, polyamory, kink and fetish. I am non-judgmental and believe with clear communication and boundaries these are healthy and beautiful relationship models and experiences. I also specialize in health counselling for chronic illness, chronic pain and invisible illness. I'm passionate about helping people navigate illness diagnosis, develop coping skills and the link between mind and body for pain management. I am empathetic, kind and understanding – and have lived experience with endometriosis which makes me uniquely qualified to work within the community.

Thinking Feeling Moving
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Verified
LGBTQIA plus Safe Space,
Sex
Positive, GSRD aware.
Email or WhatsApp for an appointment +447543800297 lisa(at)thinkingfeelingmoving.com I work remotely online. Contact for an initial free 30 min chat. I am a Yoga Therapist, Counsellor and presently studying Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy. I am seeking clients for my online Private Practice.
Office is near:
Melbourne, VIC 3000 & Online

Ashley Macklin
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
I am an engaging and non-judgemental counsellor with experience in helping clients build skills to cope with anxiety, depression, addiction, and more. I am particularly interested in working with people navigating non-traditional relationships (polyamory, open relationships, kink/fetish, etc.), as well as relationship and intimacy issues. I am experienced with non-monogamy and I am in my final year of studying a degree in psychosexual therapy to become a certified
sex
therapist. I have helped clients through teaching skills to handle their problems or by giving them space to vent.

Staghorn Sexology
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
Verified
We know it can be confronting to address issues pertaining to
sex
and relationships.
We provide counselling specialising in the following areas: -psychosexual therapy for sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction, performance anxieties, ejaculatory disorders, painful
sex
and mismatched/low libido; - relationship counselling; - individual counselling especially around gender/sexual orientation issues and anxiety/depression. We have special interest in men's health, ageing
sexuality
, sexual function after cancer diagnosis/treatment, infidelity, and gay/lesbian/queer relationships including consensual non-monogamy.

Clinton Power
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Verified
I provide
sex therapy
for individual and couple sexual issues and I’m experienced in working with same-
sex
couples.
Can you relate to either of these statements? “I’m so over hurtful relationships. I’m starting to think I’ll be single forever” "We can’t keep fighting like this. If something doesn’t change we’re headed for a breakup” If you can relate to the pain of struggling in a relationship, you’re not alone. If you’re an individual in relationship pain, I can help you overcome your past relationship hurts, understand your blocks to intimacy, and help you create a successful long-term relationship. If you’re a couple, I can help you resolve long-standing issues and rebuild the loving, intimate and harmonious relationship you once had.

SexWit Counselling & Sexology - Zoë Hancock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
Verified
Zoë is a qualified & experienced Sexologist,
Sex
& Relationship Therapist, Psychotherapist, Mentor & Founder of SexWit, with over 23 years experience. Are you wanting to improve your
sex
life, relationships, mental health, dating experiences or life in general & don't know where to begin? We work with you to transform the psychosexual or life circumstance preventing you from living your best life. Our humanist & person-centred process is tailored to your needs. SexWit offers a safe,
sex
-positive & empathic service. Call us & view our website or the SexWit Counselling & Sexology facebook page for testimonials & full service detail

Chris Carter
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified
Verified
I am a psychologist with experience working with adults and adolescents in clinical mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma, forensics and addiction. I work with adults with depression, anxiety, personality difficulties and substance use, as well as family and relationship issues, gender and
sexuality
, anger, life direction, trauma, abuse, self harm and suicidal thoughts. I listen without judgment and provide psychotherapy that is tailored to each individual, the work is confidential.
Not accepting new clients

Dr Gávi Ansara
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working together to overcome oppression & help you to thrive. I often work with people in D/s relationships, non-binary folks,
sex
workers, & autistic people. I have 20 years of international experience in Anti-Oppressive Practice. I am a Full Clinical PACFA Registrant, an AAFT-registered Clinical Family Therapist, and an AAFT-accredited Clinical Supervisor. I am recognised by Pink Therapy as an Advanced Accredited Gender,
Sex
, & Relationship Diversities Therapist (AAGSRDT). I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II: Complex Trauma & Dissociation (CCTP-II) & Certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP).

Soma Psychotherapy
Counsellor
Other concerns may include couple’s trying to conceive, new parents, blended families, people exploring their
sexuality
, gender diversity, and kink.
Lana is a holistic psychotherapist and counselor, in Sunbury, Melbourne. She has chosen to take a feminist approach that grounded in lived experience; addiction, family drug support, parenting, and fertility challenges. Lana is trauma informed, kink-knowledgeable,
sex
worker positive, neurodiverse positive, anti-racist, anti-colonial, and polyamory positive therapist who works from a bottom up process; the body and the mind. She is qualified in psychology, relationship counselling, intentional peer support counselling, and early childhood learning. Lana teaches meditation and yoga, and practices Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage.
Office is near:
Brunswick East, VIC 3057 
Shagun Chawla - Mindview Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience providing holistic, client-centred care for clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders,
sex therapy
, relationship therapy, cultural difficulties, work-based difficulties, stress and more.

Michael Rooney
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified
Verified
You promised you would not watch online porn or live
sex
cams again. You feel guilt and shame because you want to stop but cant. You visited a
sex
worker during lockdown and now you are worried you might have put the health of your family at risk. You plan to spend a short time on dating apps and find yourself spending hours on them, unable to put them down, feeling desperate and hopeless. You have an instant attraction when you meet a particular type of person, believing they are the one. You are in recovery for alcohol / drug addiction, but your compulsive sexual acting out behaviours have increased and you feel guilt and shame.

Alice Borthwick-Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified
Verified
I am a
sex
therapist who prioritises collaboration and values her clients' lived experience highly. I enjoy working with LGBTIQA+ clients, clients with chronic illnesses or disabilities and clients who are looking to explore what pleasure means to them.
Essendon, VIC 3040
& Online

Andrea Murray
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified
Verified
I am a registered counsellor specialising in addictions treatment, couples counselling including betrayal trauma, and pre-marriage counselling. I also work with those who struggle with anxiety, stress and depression. My specialisation is
sex
and love addiction. I have worked overseas in Asia for a number of years and understand transition issues. I work alongside clients to help identify and work through current issues.
Office is near:
Melbourne, VIC 3000 & Online
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Sex Therapy Counsellors
Who is sex therapy for?
Sex problems are common in relationships. Many people want a better sex life and want to feel loved and desired by their partner. It is difficult for couples to resolve sexual problems on their own because people often feel ashamed to talk about their sexual desires fearing they are not normal, when in fact a very broad range of preferences and behaviors are normal. A sex therapist can help clarify this and other matters.
Why do people need sex therapy?
Many people do not know how to talk about their erotic needs or their emotional needs, both of which are addressed in sex therapy. Couples often live with sexual difficulties for years before seeking help, and in that time, partners may experience so much disappointment and alienation that they may fear their problems mean they are incompatible. Once people experience disappointment, it is difficult to find resolution without help.
What happens in sex therapy?
People have many misconceptions about what takes place in sex therapy. First, it is a form of talk therapy in which partners discuss their sexual concerns; it does not involve touching or physical exploration of any kind. Sex therapy typically helps couples get comfortable talking to each other about sex so that, in the privacy of their home life, they can openly discuss their sexual desires and make decisions about what they want to do. Couples are typically assigned activities to do at home that build intimacy skills.
What kinds of problems do sex therapists treat?
Very often, partners differ in their degree of sexual desire and struggle over how often to have sex. Or they may have fights about porn use or have difficulty connecting sexually after one partner is unfaithful. Men may have problems with premature ejaculation. Women may find themselves struggling to become aroused or to achieve an orgasm. Sometimes partners feel like they have lost the sense of attraction to their partner. These are all common issues dealt with in sex therapy.