Sex Therapists in Escondido, CA

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Carly Shaul
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in Anxiety, Sex Therapy, and LGBTQIA2S-affirming care.
You want to learn to be kinder to yourself, process your feelings, put yourself first without guilt, and heal from a past that’s holding you back. You can admit that you’re harder on yourself than you deserve and want this to change. That's where I come in! I help teens, adults, and relationship structures explore their lives in order to improve their communication and strengthen their connections to themselves and their communities. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, confusion about life, sexual health curiosities, relationship stress, or major life transitions, I’m ready to meet you with warmth and care.
I specialize in Anxiety, Sex Therapy, and LGBTQIA2S-affirming care.
You want to learn to be kinder to yourself, process your feelings, put yourself first without guilt, and heal from a past that’s holding you back. You can admit that you’re harder on yourself than you deserve and want this to change. That's where I come in! I help teens, adults, and relationship structures explore their lives in order to improve their communication and strengthen their connections to themselves and their communities. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, confusion about life, sexual health curiosities, relationship stress, or major life transitions, I’m ready to meet you with warmth and care.
(619) 792-1536 View (619) 792-1536
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Intimate Insights
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
Sexuality is an integral part of each of us.
People often feel disconnected from themselves or their partners—pulled away by the demands of daily life and left feeling ungrounded or unsure how to return to a sense of wholeness. They may carry shame, trauma, or struggle to find pleasure and closeness. Deep down, they long to feel safe within themselves, to reconnect with their authenticity, and to experience intimacy and love without fear or judgment. They want to come home—to their bodies, their relationships, and their sense of self.
Sexuality is an integral part of each of us.
People often feel disconnected from themselves or their partners—pulled away by the demands of daily life and left feeling ungrounded or unsure how to return to a sense of wholeness. They may carry shame, trauma, or struggle to find pleasure and closeness. Deep down, they long to feel safe within themselves, to reconnect with their authenticity, and to experience intimacy and love without fear or judgment. They want to come home—to their bodies, their relationships, and their sense of self.
(858) 682-5873 View (858) 682-5873
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Joan Salat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Damaged trust, anger, infidelity, money problems, lack of sex, intimacy and affection are among the problems that can erode a relationship.
Couples Coaching is not covered by insurance. The 2 to 3 hour sessions are to gather an extensive history of both members of the couple, their presenting problems and intensive repair-work. The goal of this work is for deep repair & healing, not only between the couple but past childhood wounding patterns that repeat themselves in intimate relationships.
Damaged trust, anger, infidelity, money problems, lack of sex, intimacy and affection are among the problems that can erode a relationship.
Couples Coaching is not covered by insurance. The 2 to 3 hour sessions are to gather an extensive history of both members of the couple, their presenting problems and intensive repair-work. The goal of this work is for deep repair & healing, not only between the couple but past childhood wounding patterns that repeat themselves in intimate relationships.
(858) 386-4822 View (858) 386-4822
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Steven T Griggs
Psychologist, PhD
Escondido, CA 92025
I'm an informal, low-keyed warm fuzzy type. I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment. I've completed 15 ebooks. The subjects are Assertiveness, How To Change Children's Behavior (Quickly), How to Assess and Treat ADHD (Children and Adults), Self Esteem, Why Relationships Fail, How to diagnose and Treat Anxiety, Anger Management, Types I and II,, Kids and Divorce, Child Visitation and Self-Esteem, How To Change Teenagers Behavior, The Psychology of Procrastination, The Psychology of Guilt, The Psychology of Forgiveness and Weight Loss (Free), The Psychology of All Addictions and How to Diagnose and Treat Mood Disorders.
I'm an informal, low-keyed warm fuzzy type. I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment. I've completed 15 ebooks. The subjects are Assertiveness, How To Change Children's Behavior (Quickly), How to Assess and Treat ADHD (Children and Adults), Self Esteem, Why Relationships Fail, How to diagnose and Treat Anxiety, Anger Management, Types I and II,, Kids and Divorce, Child Visitation and Self-Esteem, How To Change Teenagers Behavior, The Psychology of Procrastination, The Psychology of Guilt, The Psychology of Forgiveness and Weight Loss (Free), The Psychology of All Addictions and How to Diagnose and Treat Mood Disorders.
(760) 746-8355 View (760) 746-8355
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Katherine Leahy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Escondido, CA 92025
I specialize in treating issues related to the various life cycle transitions of individuals and families, parenting and child behavioral issues, and families with mental illness by providing a systemic perspective that is non-judgmental and alerts clients to the possibility and potential of creating happier life experiences for themselves.
I specialize in treating issues related to the various life cycle transitions of individuals and families, parenting and child behavioral issues, and families with mental illness by providing a systemic perspective that is non-judgmental and alerts clients to the possibility and potential of creating happier life experiences for themselves.
(858) 223-1485 View (858) 223-1485
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Jesus Velazquez
Counselor, LPCC
Escondido, CA 92026
Helping others has always been a desire of mine. I have been a therapist for 13 years and have helped clients with a variety of issues such as anxiety, relationship help, marriage, parenting, life skills, pornography, anger, and many more. I have seen and heard a lot of issues from a lot of different people who have had hardship and others who needed guidance. I believe that we all come from different walks of life and sometimes on our journey; we may get steered in the wrong direction. It is my desire to help guide you back in the right direction. I want to validate your emotions and makes sure you are heard.
Helping others has always been a desire of mine. I have been a therapist for 13 years and have helped clients with a variety of issues such as anxiety, relationship help, marriage, parenting, life skills, pornography, anger, and many more. I have seen and heard a lot of issues from a lot of different people who have had hardship and others who needed guidance. I believe that we all come from different walks of life and sometimes on our journey; we may get steered in the wrong direction. It is my desire to help guide you back in the right direction. I want to validate your emotions and makes sure you are heard.
(442) 500-1245 View (442) 500-1245
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Monika Grace
Psychologist, PhD, MDiv, ThM, MA
Escondido, CA 92025
I am Rev. Dr. Monika Maria Grace and I welcome you to my page! In our first session together, I also welcome you to my real or virtual office and I invite you to make it your own safe space. I explain that therapy is a process, a relationship, and an adventure. It's also a gift of discovery and renewal that only you can give to yourself, especially in our challenging days. In this process, my role is to listen, to support, to challenge, to guide, and to celebrate you as you are becoming more courageous to face the parts of yourself you were avoiding, more accepting of yourself and of others, and fully present in your life.
I am Rev. Dr. Monika Maria Grace and I welcome you to my page! In our first session together, I also welcome you to my real or virtual office and I invite you to make it your own safe space. I explain that therapy is a process, a relationship, and an adventure. It's also a gift of discovery and renewal that only you can give to yourself, especially in our challenging days. In this process, my role is to listen, to support, to challenge, to guide, and to celebrate you as you are becoming more courageous to face the parts of yourself you were avoiding, more accepting of yourself and of others, and fully present in your life.
(619) 430-4996 View (619) 430-4996
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Austin Saiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Escondido, CA 92027
I work with adults from across the sexuality spectrum, looking to build better relationships, enhance coping skills, process trauma, or work on substance use.
Let's face it, life can be rough sometimes. Just when you think things are about to settle, another thing pops up. And when you're in the thick of it, asking for help can be tough. So who is this guy offering help? I'm a queer identified, Latinx, male therapist with a passion working with folx from all walks of life.
I work with adults from across the sexuality spectrum, looking to build better relationships, enhance coping skills, process trauma, or work on substance use.
Let's face it, life can be rough sometimes. Just when you think things are about to settle, another thing pops up. And when you're in the thick of it, asking for help can be tough. So who is this guy offering help? I'm a queer identified, Latinx, male therapist with a passion working with folx from all walks of life.
(760) 891-5610 View (760) 891-5610
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Escondido, CA 92025
I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, broken relationships, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, financial recklessness, and gambling. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, broken relationships, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, financial recklessness, and gambling. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(442) 453-1680 View (442) 453-1680
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Danny Shearer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAC
6 Endorsed
Escondido, CA 92025
I have been working in the mental health field for over 40 years. I started working in mental health facilities in my early 20's while I was in college. I have worked with adults and adolescents in all kinds of modalities, yet I seemed to focus more toward young people and their families with substance abuse problems and anxiety. Some of that stems from having to deal with my own addictions in my late teens and finally getting clean and sober at age 20. Thus, I understand what it is like to be overwhelmed by addiction and the need to engage in a recovery process.
I have been working in the mental health field for over 40 years. I started working in mental health facilities in my early 20's while I was in college. I have worked with adults and adolescents in all kinds of modalities, yet I seemed to focus more toward young people and their families with substance abuse problems and anxiety. Some of that stems from having to deal with my own addictions in my late teens and finally getting clean and sober at age 20. Thus, I understand what it is like to be overwhelmed by addiction and the need to engage in a recovery process.
(970) 325-2492 View (970) 325-2492
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Robert L Bray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I use forty years of experience as a professional therapist to resolve your individual or family problems. Using cutting edge therapies in a solution oriented approach, I can identify and eliminates those blocks to personal action needed to improve your situation, expand relationships, and enhance your performance. I published a book about recovering from traumatic stress. Heal Traumatic Stress NOW, Complete Recovery with Thought Field Therapy - is available on my website, www.rlbray.com.
I use forty years of experience as a professional therapist to resolve your individual or family problems. Using cutting edge therapies in a solution oriented approach, I can identify and eliminates those blocks to personal action needed to improve your situation, expand relationships, and enhance your performance. I published a book about recovering from traumatic stress. Heal Traumatic Stress NOW, Complete Recovery with Thought Field Therapy - is available on my website, www.rlbray.com.
(619) 377-8651 View (619) 377-8651
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Mark Manley Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Concerned your marriage is failing? Have you been trying to fix some small nagging problems without success? Are you facing problems so big it seems your world is crashing down around you? Some relationships experience major difficulties, others just need a little extra help. Whatever your relationship situation, it is likely my professional perspective can help. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with vast experience. I have been working with individuals, couples, and families for over 35 years. Also I have been married for to my wife, Lisa, for 44 years and together, we have raised our 5 children.
Concerned your marriage is failing? Have you been trying to fix some small nagging problems without success? Are you facing problems so big it seems your world is crashing down around you? Some relationships experience major difficulties, others just need a little extra help. Whatever your relationship situation, it is likely my professional perspective can help. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with vast experience. I have been working with individuals, couples, and families for over 35 years. Also I have been married for to my wife, Lisa, for 44 years and together, we have raised our 5 children.
(951) 307-0912 View (951) 307-0912
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Sergio Soto-Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I provide a welcoming, non-judgmental space where you can explore your mental health. With my unique mix of acceptance, understanding, and a bit of humor, I make sure you feel acknowledged, comforted, and validated as you grow and heal. Specializing in boosting self-esteem and promoting personal development, I also believe in encouraging you to challenge yourself. Hey folks! Let me give you a little peek into what it's like working with me. First off, I'm all about having deep conversations, humor, and kindness. Helping you reach your goals and uncovering that awesome potential you've got inside? That's my jam.
I provide a welcoming, non-judgmental space where you can explore your mental health. With my unique mix of acceptance, understanding, and a bit of humor, I make sure you feel acknowledged, comforted, and validated as you grow and heal. Specializing in boosting self-esteem and promoting personal development, I also believe in encouraging you to challenge yourself. Hey folks! Let me give you a little peek into what it's like working with me. First off, I'm all about having deep conversations, humor, and kindness. Helping you reach your goals and uncovering that awesome potential you've got inside? That's my jam.
(818) 722-9162 View (818) 722-9162
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Angeline Baucom
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MA, EdS, SUDCC 5, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Clients who have experienced trauma, substance abuse and family issues. Struggling with depression and anxiety.
Clients who have experienced trauma, substance abuse and family issues. Struggling with depression and anxiety.
(760) 227-5274 View (760) 227-5274

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Natalie Coates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130
I integrate discussions about sex into therapy, recognizing its role in emotional connection and relationship satisfaction.
I am a bilingual (Spanish-English) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has had the privilege of being immersed in two different cultures and ways of living since childhood. This unique background has broadened my understanding of human behavior and relationships. I am passionate about working with couples and guiding individuals as they navigate relational challenges and foster healthy interactions. I strongly believe that healing and growth are possible through safe and nurturing relationships.
I integrate discussions about sex into therapy, recognizing its role in emotional connection and relationship satisfaction.
I am a bilingual (Spanish-English) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has had the privilege of being immersed in two different cultures and ways of living since childhood. This unique background has broadened my understanding of human behavior and relationships. I am passionate about working with couples and guiding individuals as they navigate relational challenges and foster healthy interactions. I strongly believe that healing and growth are possible through safe and nurturing relationships.
(619) 586-6375 View (619) 586-6375
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Glenn Allan Alexander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Online Only
I leverage my training and experience with issues regarding sex and sexuality.
I am passionate about helping clients find and explore their authentic selves in a judgment-free space. I am committed to helping you with challenging issues such as relationships, anxiety, depression, past hurts, life/religious transitions, personal growth, sexual health, or even unconscious obstacles that may hold you back. I assist my clients as they define their vision of psychological, emotional, and sexual health for themselves, their partner(s), and their families. Assisting clients to overcome the unique challenges they face in life by encouraging them to become their authentic selves.
I leverage my training and experience with issues regarding sex and sexuality.
I am passionate about helping clients find and explore their authentic selves in a judgment-free space. I am committed to helping you with challenging issues such as relationships, anxiety, depression, past hurts, life/religious transitions, personal growth, sexual health, or even unconscious obstacles that may hold you back. I assist my clients as they define their vision of psychological, emotional, and sexual health for themselves, their partner(s), and their families. Assisting clients to overcome the unique challenges they face in life by encouraging them to become their authentic selves.
(208) 391-7804 View (208) 391-7804
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Matthew Feliss
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Online Only
I help people move through stuck patterns—overwhelm, self-criticism, relationship loops—so there’s more room for aliveness and choice. My approach is integrative and depth-oriented (relational, contemporary psychoanalytic, trauma-informed). Together we’ll slow down, notice what’s happening, and understand the meanings beneath symptoms so real change can take root.
I help people move through stuck patterns—overwhelm, self-criticism, relationship loops—so there’s more room for aliveness and choice. My approach is integrative and depth-oriented (relational, contemporary psychoanalytic, trauma-informed). Together we’ll slow down, notice what’s happening, and understand the meanings beneath symptoms so real change can take root.
(415) 985-4217 View (415) 985-4217
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George Hunter
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CSAT, EMDR, CPT
2 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a Cognitive Behavioral therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying proven task oriented therapeutic approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a Cognitive Behavioral therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying proven task oriented therapeutic approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(951) 383-6547 View (951) 383-6547
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Cynthia Christiansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
San Diego, CA 92131
I currently specialize in pornography and sex addiction, being certified in this area.
I have had the privilege of serving adolescents through the elderly assisting them with navigating struggles through life cycles. Having been in practice for over 20 years I have effectively worked with clients suffering from a multitude of disorders, being able to witness transformation in them.
I currently specialize in pornography and sex addiction, being certified in this area.
I have had the privilege of serving adolescents through the elderly assisting them with navigating struggles through life cycles. Having been in practice for over 20 years I have effectively worked with clients suffering from a multitude of disorders, being able to witness transformation in them.
(619) 457-6165 View (619) 457-6165
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Lauren Baldwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
6 Endorsed
Online Only
Pain with sex is common, yet commonly misunderstood.
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. With this model, we work to identify the common pattern of conflict and increase connection by tapping into the vulnerable emotions that sit below the surface. I am a certified sex therapist with over 10 years of experience with pelvic pain sufferers and your ally in a journey to a pain free life.
Pain with sex is common, yet commonly misunderstood.
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. With this model, we work to identify the common pattern of conflict and increase connection by tapping into the vulnerable emotions that sit below the surface. I am a certified sex therapist with over 10 years of experience with pelvic pain sufferers and your ally in a journey to a pain free life.
(619) 377-7290 View (619) 377-7290

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Sex Therapy
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.