Sex Therapists in Stafford, ENG

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Ruth Proud
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Stafford ST16
Ultimately my aim is to help people get to a place of relationship satisfaction, sexual health, happiness and wellbeing .
As an accredited Sexual and Relationship Psychotherapist I specialise in working with individuals and couples experiencing difficulties with their relationships, sexual function, sexuality and gender. I consider a client’s relationship or sexual problems in terms of their individual, cultural and societal identity and am trauma informed. My aim is to work therapeutically with clients in achieving relationship, personal and sexual wellbeing whatever that may look like.
Ultimately my aim is to help people get to a place of relationship satisfaction, sexual health, happiness and wellbeing .
As an accredited Sexual and Relationship Psychotherapist I specialise in working with individuals and couples experiencing difficulties with their relationships, sexual function, sexuality and gender. I consider a client’s relationship or sexual problems in terms of their individual, cultural and societal identity and am trauma informed. My aim is to work therapeutically with clients in achieving relationship, personal and sexual wellbeing whatever that may look like.
01543 396887 View 01543 396887
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Healthy Minds Stafford Limited
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Stafford ST16
With over 18 years experience working with individuals, couples and families, I can help you deal with issues in your daily life and provide you with the support/interventions to overcome them. Marriage Counselling, Relationship Counselling, Couples Counselling, Addictions, Anxiety Treatment, OCD Treatment, Stress, Counselling Anger Management, Family Therapy, Counselling For Depression, Gender issues. The therapy provided by Healthy Minds Stafford can: Help you talk about issues you find difficult to discuss with others. Give you the confidence to make changes to improve your life. Offer new insights into your issues from a fresh and impartial perspective.
With over 18 years experience working with individuals, couples and families, I can help you deal with issues in your daily life and provide you with the support/interventions to overcome them. Marriage Counselling, Relationship Counselling, Couples Counselling, Addictions, Anxiety Treatment, OCD Treatment, Stress, Counselling Anger Management, Family Therapy, Counselling For Depression, Gender issues. The therapy provided by Healthy Minds Stafford can: Help you talk about issues you find difficult to discuss with others. Give you the confidence to make changes to improve your life. Offer new insights into your issues from a fresh and impartial perspective.
01785 472435 View 01785 472435
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Dr Sophie Gwinnett
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Stafford ST16
I am a HCPC registered clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience working in the NHS and private sector. Trained in a variety of evidence-based therapies including CBT and EMDR, I deliver individually tailored interventions that enable people to experience lasting, meaningful change. I work with adults with a range of psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, grief, health issues and relationship difficulties. I am a specialist in health anxiety. I also spent many years working in the NHS with people affected by changes in their health. I can provide pre-surgery assessments.
I am a HCPC registered clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience working in the NHS and private sector. Trained in a variety of evidence-based therapies including CBT and EMDR, I deliver individually tailored interventions that enable people to experience lasting, meaningful change. I work with adults with a range of psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, grief, health issues and relationship difficulties. I am a specialist in health anxiety. I also spent many years working in the NHS with people affected by changes in their health. I can provide pre-surgery assessments.
01922 214818 View 01922 214818

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Leeanne Morris
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cannock WS11
Being a trauma informed therapist I have over 20 years experience of working with frontline emergency services. My approach evolves from a shared exploration and understanding of each client’s issues, I employ a methodology that places you at the centre of our sessions. I will work with you to design a bespoke therapy that is tailored to meet your needs with the aim of achieving your goal of a better, brighter future. I work with a large range of issues including relationships, burn out, grief, trauma, male and female survivors of sexual abuse and circumcision. For info check out my website www.thefrontlinecounsellor.co.uk
Being a trauma informed therapist I have over 20 years experience of working with frontline emergency services. My approach evolves from a shared exploration and understanding of each client’s issues, I employ a methodology that places you at the centre of our sessions. I will work with you to design a bespoke therapy that is tailored to meet your needs with the aim of achieving your goal of a better, brighter future. I work with a large range of issues including relationships, burn out, grief, trauma, male and female survivors of sexual abuse and circumcision. For info check out my website www.thefrontlinecounsellor.co.uk
01902 943891 View 01902 943891
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Absolute Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Newport TF10
I am a Person-Centered counsellor (Person-center means, client led) who uses CBT and Solution Focused techniques where suitable. My background includes yoga, reiki, meditation, aromatherapy and mindfulness. This means I can offer an holistic approach to the therapeutic work. The relationship between myself and the client (you) is at the heart of ALL therapy. Counselling is about change, and change can be very difficult and scary to do. In fact, sometimes we actually don't know how to do it. With support from myself, we will explore your anxiety, concerns, behavior, beliefs and feelings.
I am a Person-Centered counsellor (Person-center means, client led) who uses CBT and Solution Focused techniques where suitable. My background includes yoga, reiki, meditation, aromatherapy and mindfulness. This means I can offer an holistic approach to the therapeutic work. The relationship between myself and the client (you) is at the heart of ALL therapy. Counselling is about change, and change can be very difficult and scary to do. In fact, sometimes we actually don't know how to do it. With support from myself, we will explore your anxiety, concerns, behavior, beliefs and feelings.
07449 529786 View 07449 529786

Online Therapists

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Francesca Sciandra
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Bristol BS8
I provide integrative therapy and counselling for anxiety, relationship challenges, and sexual issues. I specialise in helping people process and heal anxiety and other difficulties affecting their adult relationships and sex lives. Challenges I help people with include healing from childhood abuse and neglect, exploring and resolving relationship issues, resolving sexual issues, exploring attachment issues, including anxious, avoidant, and disorganised patterns, and overcoming anger and jealousy. You deserve an authentic and joyful life.
I provide integrative therapy and counselling for anxiety, relationship challenges, and sexual issues. I specialise in helping people process and heal anxiety and other difficulties affecting their adult relationships and sex lives. Challenges I help people with include healing from childhood abuse and neglect, exploring and resolving relationship issues, resolving sexual issues, exploring attachment issues, including anxious, avoidant, and disorganised patterns, and overcoming anger and jealousy. You deserve an authentic and joyful life.
020 3838 0861 View 020 3838 0861
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Nichola Marchant
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Crich DE4  (Online Only)
I am sex positive and kink friendly.
I work predominantly with adults who have experienced trauma or negative life experiences which have impacted on their sexual functioning, mental health, emotional well-being and relationships. I offer both short and long term therapy for clients wishing to gain a better understanding of their lives and experiences and provide strategies and interventions to enable my clients to live the lives they want to live. I work with people who have sexual problems and who wish to achieve a happy and healthy sexual identity.
I am sex positive and kink friendly.
I work predominantly with adults who have experienced trauma or negative life experiences which have impacted on their sexual functioning, mental health, emotional well-being and relationships. I offer both short and long term therapy for clients wishing to gain a better understanding of their lives and experiences and provide strategies and interventions to enable my clients to live the lives they want to live. I work with people who have sexual problems and who wish to achieve a happy and healthy sexual identity.
07771 391614 View 07771 391614
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Danielle Bennett
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified Verified
Malvern WR14
When I first studied relationships, I could not understand that if sex was supposed to be natural and easy why so many couples and individuals had problems.
Hi, my name is Danielle Bennett, I'm an individual counsellor, a couple therapist and a sex therapist. I have been working in this field for over 25 years. I started my training, working for the NHS as a sex-therapist and I worked in the NHS for over 7 years. I then worked privately for a number of years and for the last nine years I worked for Relate as a sex therapist; couple counsellor and trainer. I can help with all aspects of relationships and sexual issues as well as looking at more particular issues with individuals.
When I first studied relationships, I could not understand that if sex was supposed to be natural and easy why so many couples and individuals had problems.
Hi, my name is Danielle Bennett, I'm an individual counsellor, a couple therapist and a sex therapist. I have been working in this field for over 25 years. I started my training, working for the NHS as a sex-therapist and I worked in the NHS for over 7 years. I then worked privately for a number of years and for the last nine years I worked for Relate as a sex therapist; couple counsellor and trainer. I can help with all aspects of relationships and sexual issues as well as looking at more particular issues with individuals.
01684 211320 View 01684 211320
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Alex Sanderson-Shortt
Counsellor, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Northwich CW9
Waitlist for new clients
I am a highly experienced relationship counsellor and supervisor who works with couples, individuals and polyamorous/open relationships across a range of issues. I specialise in working with LGBT clients and those in open and poly relationships. I work effectively and non-judgementally with affairs and betrayal, communication issues, family and work pressures, anxiety and depression etc. I work in a sex positive way with sexual issues as part of relationship therapy and work with kink clients and sex workers.
I am a highly experienced relationship counsellor and supervisor who works with couples, individuals and polyamorous/open relationships across a range of issues. I specialise in working with LGBT clients and those in open and poly relationships. I work effectively and non-judgementally with affairs and betrayal, communication issues, family and work pressures, anxiety and depression etc. I work in a sex positive way with sexual issues as part of relationship therapy and work with kink clients and sex workers.
01606 532680 View 01606 532680
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Sex and Relationship Therapy @ Trusting Heart
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
I'm a Kink Positive Qualified Counsellor & a Sex and Relationship Therapist in Training, who offers a professional & engaging relationship where you can feel safe.
I offer Sex & Relationship Therapy for Individual Adults & Couples who are looking for support. Intimacy & Sexual Issues I work with are Erections & Ejaculation Issues, Pain & Penetration, Low Sexual Desire, Sexual Trauma, Orgasm Issues, Sex & Porn Addictions, Sexual Jealously & issues around any Kink, Fetish & BDSM Practices. Relationship Issues I can help with are Communication, Affairs, Betrayals & Intimacy Issues. I offer online sessions on Tuesdays & Wednesdays daytimes and Friday afternoons & face-to-face sessions on Friday mornings at a Heswall clinic. I aim to reply within 24 hours. Please check your junk box for replies.
I'm a Kink Positive Qualified Counsellor & a Sex and Relationship Therapist in Training, who offers a professional & engaging relationship where you can feel safe.
I offer Sex & Relationship Therapy for Individual Adults & Couples who are looking for support. Intimacy & Sexual Issues I work with are Erections & Ejaculation Issues, Pain & Penetration, Low Sexual Desire, Sexual Trauma, Orgasm Issues, Sex & Porn Addictions, Sexual Jealously & issues around any Kink, Fetish & BDSM Practices. Relationship Issues I can help with are Communication, Affairs, Betrayals & Intimacy Issues. I offer online sessions on Tuesdays & Wednesdays daytimes and Friday afternoons & face-to-face sessions on Friday mornings at a Heswall clinic. I aim to reply within 24 hours. Please check your junk box for replies.
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Joe Callaghan
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln LN1
I have experience of working in multiple communities including LGBT with problems related to bereavement, relationship breakdowns, sexuality, PTSD, obsessional compulsions, anxiety disorders and other symptoms of deeper problems that supress our potential.
I believe listening empathetically to your specific individual experiences and thoughts, enables a deeper understanding of why you may be feeling depressed, anxious, lonely and lack direction or purpose in your life. If you have experienced the trauma of abuse or neglect, you may be feeling isolated from others and carry a sense of shame about who you are. I have fifteen years of experience creating individualised approaches centred around the individual needs of people who are experiencing psychological difficulties.
I have experience of working in multiple communities including LGBT with problems related to bereavement, relationship breakdowns, sexuality, PTSD, obsessional compulsions, anxiety disorders and other symptoms of deeper problems that supress our potential.
I believe listening empathetically to your specific individual experiences and thoughts, enables a deeper understanding of why you may be feeling depressed, anxious, lonely and lack direction or purpose in your life. If you have experienced the trauma of abuse or neglect, you may be feeling isolated from others and carry a sense of shame about who you are. I have fifteen years of experience creating individualised approaches centred around the individual needs of people who are experiencing psychological difficulties.
020 4538 4738 View 020 4538 4738
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Eleanor Smith
Psychotherapist, PhD, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Bath BA1
My specialisms include working with sexual identity, pleasure, pornography use, relational dynamics, sex work, connection, intimacy, sexual violence, cultural and/or religious tension, belonging, addiction, life transitions, uprootedness and expatriation, as well as bereavement, living with life-limiting illness, and personal crises, to name a few. I have additional experience working with young adults and teenagers (over 18s), especially those struggling with life transitions, drug use, their sense of belonging, bullying and/or identity.
My specialisms include working with sexual identity, pleasure, pornography use, relational dynamics, sex work, connection, intimacy, sexual violence, cultural and/or religious tension, belonging, addiction, life transitions, uprootedness and expatriation, as well as bereavement, living with life-limiting illness, and personal crises, to name a few. I have additional experience working with young adults and teenagers (over 18s), especially those struggling with life transitions, drug use, their sense of belonging, bullying and/or identity.
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Dr Alison Jones
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Melbourne DE73
Having worked in a diverse range of settings with people from all walks of life, I am sensitive to the context of people’s difficulties and consider issues related to age, gender, sexuality and culture.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Derbyshire. I help adults and young people with psychological and emotional difficulties including depression, anxiety, trauma, work related stress, psycho sexual difficulties, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, physical health difficulties and adjustment to major life events. My main focus is providing psychological assessment and treatment. I help support clients with a wide range of difficulties, from mild through to severe and longstanding. I can offer many modes of therapy including; CBT, EMDR, integrative, systemic and psycho sexual.
Having worked in a diverse range of settings with people from all walks of life, I am sensitive to the context of people’s difficulties and consider issues related to age, gender, sexuality and culture.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Derbyshire. I help adults and young people with psychological and emotional difficulties including depression, anxiety, trauma, work related stress, psycho sexual difficulties, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, physical health difficulties and adjustment to major life events. My main focus is providing psychological assessment and treatment. I help support clients with a wide range of difficulties, from mild through to severe and longstanding. I can offer many modes of therapy including; CBT, EMDR, integrative, systemic and psycho sexual.
01332 959035 View 01332 959035
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Eva Nogales - EN - sex and relationship therapy
Counsellor, MSc, COSRT General
Verified Verified
Liverpool L3
Some of the areas I specialize in: relationship conflicts, jealousy/trust, infidelity, non-monogamy, low/mismatched desire, arousal/orgasm/erections problems, painful sex, out of control sexual behaviour, consent, fear of sex and intimacy, sexual trauma, sexual confidence, shame, sex education, kink, dating, etc.
Hi! I'm Eva, I am a psychologist specializing in Sex and Relationship therapy. Over the years, I've been helping people resolve conflicts related to their sexuality and their relationships. Whether you are single or in a relationship, we can work together. In our sessions, you'll find a safe space to express and explore your inner self. I'd love to accompany you in the process of growing, learning-unlearning, and healing.
Some of the areas I specialize in: relationship conflicts, jealousy/trust, infidelity, non-monogamy, low/mismatched desire, arousal/orgasm/erections problems, painful sex, out of control sexual behaviour, consent, fear of sex and intimacy, sexual trauma, sexual confidence, shame, sex education, kink, dating, etc.
Hi! I'm Eva, I am a psychologist specializing in Sex and Relationship therapy. Over the years, I've been helping people resolve conflicts related to their sexuality and their relationships. Whether you are single or in a relationship, we can work together. In our sessions, you'll find a safe space to express and explore your inner self. I'd love to accompany you in the process of growing, learning-unlearning, and healing.
01767 669826 View 01767 669826
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Peter Keightley
Psychotherapist, COSRT Affiliate
Verified Verified
Oakham LE15
I work with individuals and couples who are affected by all kinds of sexual issues, psycho- sexual (physical manifestation of psychological issues) and relationship issues.
“Understanding why I do what I do” is a common thread running through a lot of my client work. I offer a non-judgmental safe space for clients to explore their sexuality, sexual preferences and sexual behaviours whatever they may be, working towards a positive and fulfilling sexual future which is right for you as an individual or for you and your partner/s. Kink friendly. Practicing in Uppingham, I am an integrative psycho sexual psychotherapist, a registered member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapy) and ATSAC (Association for the Treatment of Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity). I am also STOPSO trained.
I work with individuals and couples who are affected by all kinds of sexual issues, psycho- sexual (physical manifestation of psychological issues) and relationship issues.
“Understanding why I do what I do” is a common thread running through a lot of my client work. I offer a non-judgmental safe space for clients to explore their sexuality, sexual preferences and sexual behaviours whatever they may be, working towards a positive and fulfilling sexual future which is right for you as an individual or for you and your partner/s. Kink friendly. Practicing in Uppingham, I am an integrative psycho sexual psychotherapist, a registered member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapy) and ATSAC (Association for the Treatment of Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity). I am also STOPSO trained.
01664 491701 View 01664 491701
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Jennifer Fairclough
Counsellor, COSRT General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L23  (Online Only)
My training in person centred counselling means that I am able to offer a confidential space for you to talk about whatever is on your mind, you do not necessarily have to talk about sexual problems.
Sometimes we experience difficult times in our lives and we can feel overwhelmed, anxious or disempowered. You may long for connection and intimacy, but find yourself feeling lost, lonely, and stuck in the routine of everyday life. You may worry about sexual function, or feel as though something is wrong with you; perhaps you are embarrassed or unsure where to go for help. Maybe you are lacking sexual experience or confidence and would like to bring more passion and pleasure into your life or to awaken your sexual self. Whatever has bought you here, I would love to help and support you.
My training in person centred counselling means that I am able to offer a confidential space for you to talk about whatever is on your mind, you do not necessarily have to talk about sexual problems.
Sometimes we experience difficult times in our lives and we can feel overwhelmed, anxious or disempowered. You may long for connection and intimacy, but find yourself feeling lost, lonely, and stuck in the routine of everyday life. You may worry about sexual function, or feel as though something is wrong with you; perhaps you are embarrassed or unsure where to go for help. Maybe you are lacking sexual experience or confidence and would like to bring more passion and pleasure into your life or to awaken your sexual self. Whatever has bought you here, I would love to help and support you.
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Yorkshire Counselling Services
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
York YO24
A qualified Relate trained therapist specialising in Sexual and Relationship Issues.
I appreciate that it can feel difficult in asking for help and to put trust in someone you have never met, especially with often upsetting and difficult issues. It can feel like we may have somehow failed or its a last resort in trying to resolve difficulties. I have helped many people like yourself, who also felt unsure initially on what to expect and feelings of trepidation or embarrassment in asking for help. I believe that the therapeutic relationship between counsellor and client is all important to be effective in addressing the issues and helping you to make the changes that you want and to get things back on track.
A qualified Relate trained therapist specialising in Sexual and Relationship Issues.
I appreciate that it can feel difficult in asking for help and to put trust in someone you have never met, especially with often upsetting and difficult issues. It can feel like we may have somehow failed or its a last resort in trying to resolve difficulties. I have helped many people like yourself, who also felt unsure initially on what to expect and feelings of trepidation or embarrassment in asking for help. I believe that the therapeutic relationship between counsellor and client is all important to be effective in addressing the issues and helping you to make the changes that you want and to get things back on track.
01904 917502 View 01904 917502
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Chantelle Walker
Counsellor, COSRT General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M21
I am a Psycho sexual and Relationship Therapist. I am passionate about exploring various relationship dynamics and support partners in using their challenges as catalysts for deeper connection and growth. With sexual health always at the core of my work, I am dedicated to enhancing clients' sensuality and sexual wellbeing.
I am a Psycho sexual and Relationship Therapist. I am passionate about exploring various relationship dynamics and support partners in using their challenges as catalysts for deeper connection and growth. With sexual health always at the core of my work, I am dedicated to enhancing clients' sensuality and sexual wellbeing.
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Chi Ko Psychosexual Relationship Therapist
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Manchester M3
Specialising in Psycho sexual and Relationship Therapy, Chi is also a Yoga Teacher, working somatically alongside EMDR technique to work with a range of conditions that relate to trauma, addiction, phobia, fear, betrayal, loss and cPTSD.
Chi is a Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist, accredited by BACP and COSRT. He also works with people with sexual addictive behaviour and compulsivity. He has an excellent working knowledge on a range of psychiatric and mental health conditions.
Specialising in Psycho sexual and Relationship Therapy, Chi is also a Yoga Teacher, working somatically alongside EMDR technique to work with a range of conditions that relate to trauma, addiction, phobia, fear, betrayal, loss and cPTSD.
Chi is a Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist, accredited by BACP and COSRT. He also works with people with sexual addictive behaviour and compulsivity. He has an excellent working knowledge on a range of psychiatric and mental health conditions.
0161 696 8319 View 0161 696 8319
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Ester Bellissimo Sex Therapy
Counsellor, COSRT Reg.
Verified Verified
Preston PR1  (Online Only)
My therapeutic style is rooted in sex and body positivity and in the recognition of the diversity of the human sexual expression.
I’m Ester, a COSRT registered, kink-friendly psycho sexual and relationship therapist. I work with individuals and clients in a variety of relationship styles, focussing on supporting them in reconnecting with their sexual and relational needs, their bodies, and in working towards fulfilling sex lives and relationships. Psycho sexual and relationship therapy provides you with a space to explore challenges related to sexual desire, erections, orgasms, ejaculation, sexual pain, illness, questions about sexuality and gender, aging, compulsive sexual behaviours, birth, parenthood, menopause, previous trauma, or cancer.
My therapeutic style is rooted in sex and body positivity and in the recognition of the diversity of the human sexual expression.
I’m Ester, a COSRT registered, kink-friendly psycho sexual and relationship therapist. I work with individuals and clients in a variety of relationship styles, focussing on supporting them in reconnecting with their sexual and relational needs, their bodies, and in working towards fulfilling sex lives and relationships. Psycho sexual and relationship therapy provides you with a space to explore challenges related to sexual desire, erections, orgasms, ejaculation, sexual pain, illness, questions about sexuality and gender, aging, compulsive sexual behaviours, birth, parenthood, menopause, previous trauma, or cancer.
01772 211778 View 01772 211778

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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.