Sex Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
I am sex-positive and welcome clients in the polyamorous, CNM, kink, and LGBTQIA2S+ communities.
My clinical practice is guided by principles from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and emotion-focused therapy (EFT). My specialties include treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and sexuality issues within diverse populations.
I am sex-positive and welcome clients in the polyamorous, CNM, kink, and LGBTQIA2S+ communities.
My clinical practice is guided by principles from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and emotion-focused therapy (EFT). My specialties include treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and sexuality issues within diverse populations.
Are you distracted by insecurities or unhelpful thoughts during sex?
As a Certified Sex Therapist, I help men & women across the sexuality spectrum to overcome performance anxieties, sexual guilt & shame, communication issues, and infidelity. Whether you’re kinky, non-monogamous, or neither, I’ll help you embrace your fantasies, resolve relationship conflicts, create practical relationship agreements, and enjoy better sex.
Are you distracted by insecurities or unhelpful thoughts during sex?
As a Certified Sex Therapist, I help men & women across the sexuality spectrum to overcome performance anxieties, sexual guilt & shame, communication issues, and infidelity. Whether you’re kinky, non-monogamous, or neither, I’ll help you embrace your fantasies, resolve relationship conflicts, create practical relationship agreements, and enjoy better sex.
Nationally Recognized Sex and Relationship Expert!
Facing emotional, sexual challenges, and pain in our lives can be difficult. However, feeling stuck, depressed, anxious, or angry is much worse! Together we can achieve your desired results. Take the first step; contact me for an in person or online appointment today to begin your beautiful journey!
Nationally Recognized Sex and Relationship Expert!
Facing emotional, sexual challenges, and pain in our lives can be difficult. However, feeling stuck, depressed, anxious, or angry is much worse! Together we can achieve your desired results. Take the first step; contact me for an in person or online appointment today to begin your beautiful journey!
Together we can address obstacles that prevent you from having the sex life you desire.
I'm here to help you craft a plan to walk through the impact of sexual dysfunction, embark on a new sexual adventure, and/or embrace your asexuality. I offer understanding and connection to resources that can guide you along your journey.
Together we can address obstacles that prevent you from having the sex life you desire.
I'm here to help you craft a plan to walk through the impact of sexual dysfunction, embark on a new sexual adventure, and/or embrace your asexuality. I offer understanding and connection to resources that can guide you along your journey.
Kink-Informed Sex Therapist Renee Santos
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
If needed, I’ll work with you from a sex-positive perspective and can support you, no matter what you’re going through.
I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. If you want to achieve greater self-awareness and understanding, and develop the skills and insights necessary to make positive changes in your life, then let’s talk. I’d love to help you live a fulfilling and satisfying life, free from fear of discrimination or stigma, while cultivating healthy and fulfilling relationships that align with your values and desires. Additionally, if you are a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I want to provide you with a safe and affirming space.
If needed, I’ll work with you from a sex-positive perspective and can support you, no matter what you’re going through.
I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. If you want to achieve greater self-awareness and understanding, and develop the skills and insights necessary to make positive changes in your life, then let’s talk. I’d love to help you live a fulfilling and satisfying life, free from fear of discrimination or stigma, while cultivating healthy and fulfilling relationships that align with your values and desires. Additionally, if you are a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I want to provide you with a safe and affirming space.
I completed a two year training at UCLA which resulted in becoming certified by the American Association of Couples and Sex Therapists (AACAST) as a Couples and Sex Therapist.
Choosing a therapist is no easy task, and with couples therapy it is essential to work with someone trained extensively in the work. Relationships are the core of society and our lives, and yet we are never taught about the basics of communication. Beyond that, I work on what keeps couples from applying the skills. I'm am an active therapist willing to gently challenge problematic thinking and behaviors. My work centers on learning how to talk about and listen to feelings in order to build empathy and connection. Learn what works and how to get closer to those you care about (including yourself!).
I completed a two year training at UCLA which resulted in becoming certified by the American Association of Couples and Sex Therapists (AACAST) as a Couples and Sex Therapist.
Choosing a therapist is no easy task, and with couples therapy it is essential to work with someone trained extensively in the work. Relationships are the core of society and our lives, and yet we are never taught about the basics of communication. Beyond that, I work on what keeps couples from applying the skills. I'm am an active therapist willing to gently challenge problematic thinking and behaviors. My work centers on learning how to talk about and listen to feelings in order to build empathy and connection. Learn what works and how to get closer to those you care about (including yourself!).
I'm a fully licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in areas of PTSD, anxiety, spirituality, self-esteem, and sexuality as well as the expat & digital nomad population.
I want to teach you to love yourself. We all carry a lot and do not need to do so on our own. Shame binds us and keeps us from being fully ourselves and fully alive. I want to help you rewrite the narratives that might be holding you back. I try to offer the space to let out what might be trapping you and the space to realize you are not alone.
I'm a fully licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in areas of PTSD, anxiety, spirituality, self-esteem, and sexuality as well as the expat & digital nomad population.
I want to teach you to love yourself. We all carry a lot and do not need to do so on our own. Shame binds us and keeps us from being fully ourselves and fully alive. I want to help you rewrite the narratives that might be holding you back. I try to offer the space to let out what might be trapping you and the space to realize you are not alone.
Ashley D. Murphy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, CSE, CBD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a fluid Sex & Relationship Coach, I am passionate about helping individuals & relationship partners have satisfying & meaningful sexual relationships.
I create a space that is intimate, compassionate, non-judgmental, accepting, & empowering for each one of my clients. I am LGBTQIA+ allied, BIPOC, Poly, kink, & sex worker friendly. My clients feel comfortable enough to be transparent, & vulnerable. My clients leave their superhero capes at the door, & open themselves up to re-author their life stories.
As a fluid Sex & Relationship Coach, I am passionate about helping individuals & relationship partners have satisfying & meaningful sexual relationships.
I create a space that is intimate, compassionate, non-judgmental, accepting, & empowering for each one of my clients. I am LGBTQIA+ allied, BIPOC, Poly, kink, & sex worker friendly. My clients feel comfortable enough to be transparent, & vulnerable. My clients leave their superhero capes at the door, & open themselves up to re-author their life stories.
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you and your partner in a rut when it comes to sex?
We'll address your concerns through assessment, education, in-session healing and through homework! I aim to make the process efficient & as fun as possible! Expect a few laughs & lots of learning. I also have an intern offering low fee sessions for individuals and relationship partners. Ask for details if you're curious!
Are you and your partner in a rut when it comes to sex?
We'll address your concerns through assessment, education, in-session healing and through homework! I aim to make the process efficient & as fun as possible! Expect a few laughs & lots of learning. I also have an intern offering low fee sessions for individuals and relationship partners. Ask for details if you're curious!
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and hold a PhD in Somatic Psychology (body psychology).
There is nothing more somatic (body-based) than sex, so I pay close attention to physiology and symptom manifestation. I am a holistic practitioner and have a wide-range of collateral resources that I refer to including alternative medicine practitioners, sexological body workers, surrogate partner therapists and integrative body workers.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and hold a PhD in Somatic Psychology (body psychology).
There is nothing more somatic (body-based) than sex, so I pay close attention to physiology and symptom manifestation. I am a holistic practitioner and have a wide-range of collateral resources that I refer to including alternative medicine practitioners, sexological body workers, surrogate partner therapists and integrative body workers.
Licensed since 1980 as a Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy working with couples, regarding issues of healthy sexuality, intimacy, and communication.
Issues which interest me in guiding my clients include exploring a more healthy sexuality, growing intimacy, and building communication skills. Support in learning to nurture oneself is also part of our therapeutic hour.
Clients report that I am gentle, but directive if necessary.
Licensed since 1980 as a Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy working with couples, regarding issues of healthy sexuality, intimacy, and communication.
Issues which interest me in guiding my clients include exploring a more healthy sexuality, growing intimacy, and building communication skills. Support in learning to nurture oneself is also part of our therapeutic hour.
Clients report that I am gentle, but directive if necessary.
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Or perhaps the sex you're having is unsatisfying, or hampered by something specific.
In addition to sex therapy, I specialize in the treatment of individuals with depression and anxiety. Other areas of focus include parenting, aging, and past history of sexual abuse. I see couples at all stages, including those impacted by infidelity. My approach borrows from all modalities, always through an empathic lens.
Or perhaps the sex you're having is unsatisfying, or hampered by something specific.
In addition to sex therapy, I specialize in the treatment of individuals with depression and anxiety. Other areas of focus include parenting, aging, and past history of sexual abuse. I see couples at all stages, including those impacted by infidelity. My approach borrows from all modalities, always through an empathic lens.
Kypris Aster Drake (She They)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I help LGBTQ and CNM people heal issues with relationships, sexuality, and negative life patterns.
Hi! I'm Kypris and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (SixGateways.com), offering Emotionally Focused Therapy and Sex Therapy. I work with couples, and individuals and specialize in relationships, healing trauma, LGBTQ, Non-monogamy and sexuality concerns. I will be your biggest cheerleader!
I help LGBTQ and CNM people heal issues with relationships, sexuality, and negative life patterns.
Hi! I'm Kypris and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (SixGateways.com), offering Emotionally Focused Therapy and Sex Therapy. I work with couples, and individuals and specialize in relationships, healing trauma, LGBTQ, Non-monogamy and sexuality concerns. I will be your biggest cheerleader!
Do you need to make positive changes in your sex life?
My specialties include kink/fetish/BDSM, whole-body sexual health, and performance issues. I have over 30 years of sex science research, 22 years in private practice, and thousands of success stories. No problem is too big or too small. Your well-being is my goal.
Do you need to make positive changes in your sex life?
My specialties include kink/fetish/BDSM, whole-body sexual health, and performance issues. I have over 30 years of sex science research, 22 years in private practice, and thousands of success stories. No problem is too big or too small. Your well-being is my goal.
As a Sex Therapist, I treat issues such as mismatched desire, low libido, anorgasmia, sexual shame, sexual trauma, infidelity, infertility (ENM, Poly, LS/BDSM/Kink affirming).
Are you longing for a deeper sense of self and struggling to identify or voice your own needs? Are you falling back into old patterns of thinking and behaving that derail your relationships, your life goals, or trigger diminished feelings of self-worth? Are you struggling to connect intimately with your partner and can't find the words to talk it about it without shame, anger or conflict? Are you struggling to feel connected to people in your life, feeling isolated, or overly anxious? Has Trauma or past experiences been the building blocks of unhelpful core beliefs you wish to change? Let's talk and explore your needs and goals.
As a Sex Therapist, I treat issues such as mismatched desire, low libido, anorgasmia, sexual shame, sexual trauma, infidelity, infertility (ENM, Poly, LS/BDSM/Kink affirming).
Are you longing for a deeper sense of self and struggling to identify or voice your own needs? Are you falling back into old patterns of thinking and behaving that derail your relationships, your life goals, or trigger diminished feelings of self-worth? Are you struggling to connect intimately with your partner and can't find the words to talk it about it without shame, anger or conflict? Are you struggling to feel connected to people in your life, feeling isolated, or overly anxious? Has Trauma or past experiences been the building blocks of unhelpful core beliefs you wish to change? Let's talk and explore your needs and goals.
As a relationship, trauma, and sex therapist, I support individuals and couples in working through communication challenges, discrepancy in desire, betrayal/loss of trust/infidelity, sexual compulsivity, sexual trauma, sexual inexperience, STI/STDs, sex therapy, ENM, sexual difficulties (e.
We will explore how past and present wounds may be creating road blocks in your path toward healing. I will support you in moving through stuck material/trauma (I am EMDR trained) so that you can create space for the things you want. I provide a collaborative, goal directed, and structured therapeutic space so that my clients can get the most out of therapy.
As a relationship, trauma, and sex therapist, I support individuals and couples in working through communication challenges, discrepancy in desire, betrayal/loss of trust/infidelity, sexual compulsivity, sexual trauma, sexual inexperience, STI/STDs, sex therapy, ENM, sexual difficulties (e.
We will explore how past and present wounds may be creating road blocks in your path toward healing. I will support you in moving through stuck material/trauma (I am EMDR trained) so that you can create space for the things you want. I provide a collaborative, goal directed, and structured therapeutic space so that my clients can get the most out of therapy.
Kelly Howard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Through trauma-informed, sex-positive Telehealth sessions, I provide support across California for those facing challenges or seeking growth within gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity (GSRD).
No topic is "too much" for our session space. I meet you where you are, tailoring sessions to your pace and feedback. Combining a "here and now" Gestalt approach with proven methods like the Gottman Method, CBT, DBT, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I offer a safe environment to explore relationship challenges, emotional growth, and self-discovery.
Through trauma-informed, sex-positive Telehealth sessions, I provide support across California for those facing challenges or seeking growth within gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity (GSRD).
No topic is "too much" for our session space. I meet you where you are, tailoring sessions to your pace and feedback. Combining a "here and now" Gestalt approach with proven methods like the Gottman Method, CBT, DBT, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I offer a safe environment to explore relationship challenges, emotional growth, and self-discovery.
I can guide you toward improving your sex life and experiencing deeper intimacy and pleasure.
I am a sexuality and relationship expert. My specialties include fetish exploration, dating smarter, rekindling desire in long-term relationships, fantasy exploration, sexual trauma, ethical non-monogamy, and low sexual desire. Although clients usually find me due to a specific sexuality-related issue, it often morphs into broader explorations.
I can guide you toward improving your sex life and experiencing deeper intimacy and pleasure.
I am a sexuality and relationship expert. My specialties include fetish exploration, dating smarter, rekindling desire in long-term relationships, fantasy exploration, sexual trauma, ethical non-monogamy, and low sexual desire. Although clients usually find me due to a specific sexuality-related issue, it often morphs into broader explorations.
As a licensed psychotherapist specializing in relationships, LGBTQ+ Affirmative Psychology, Religious Trauma Therapy, and advanced studies in Sex Therapy, my approach is compassionate, affirming, and deeply human.
With empathy and deep care, I offer individual, couples, and sex therapy to support you in navigating trauma, addiction, body image, and sexual health. Therapy is a space to unravel, explore, and reclaim what feels lost. Together, we’ll untangle the complexities of modern life and reconnect you to the parts of yourself that long to be seen.
As a licensed psychotherapist specializing in relationships, LGBTQ+ Affirmative Psychology, Religious Trauma Therapy, and advanced studies in Sex Therapy, my approach is compassionate, affirming, and deeply human.
With empathy and deep care, I offer individual, couples, and sex therapy to support you in navigating trauma, addiction, body image, and sexual health. Therapy is a space to unravel, explore, and reclaim what feels lost. Together, we’ll untangle the complexities of modern life and reconnect you to the parts of yourself that long to be seen.
I am passionately dedicated to supporting sexually marginalized communities and making sex and relationship therapy accessible to all.
My top specialties include working with sexually marginalized communities such as Kink/BDSM, Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM)/polyamory, and sex work.
I am passionately dedicated to supporting sexually marginalized communities and making sex and relationship therapy accessible to all.
My top specialties include working with sexually marginalized communities such as Kink/BDSM, Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM)/polyamory, and sex work.
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