Sex Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
When working with LGBTQIA clients I recognize the importance of using a sex positive and non-shaming approach.
I am currently seeing clients in New York, California and Florida State. I believe Psychotherapy is a collaborative venture that can help people lead a fulfilling life and maintain healthy relationships. In our work together my intention is to create a judgement-free space where I can understand your personal experience and nurture and support you in your journey towards authenticity and change. If you suffer with states of depression, anxiety, or loneliness, or you feel generally dissatisfied with aspects of your life, through our work together we can explore skills and tools that move you toward growth.I am trained in EMDR.
When working with LGBTQIA clients I recognize the importance of using a sex positive and non-shaming approach.
I am currently seeing clients in New York, California and Florida State. I believe Psychotherapy is a collaborative venture that can help people lead a fulfilling life and maintain healthy relationships. In our work together my intention is to create a judgement-free space where I can understand your personal experience and nurture and support you in your journey towards authenticity and change. If you suffer with states of depression, anxiety, or loneliness, or you feel generally dissatisfied with aspects of your life, through our work together we can explore skills and tools that move you toward growth.I am trained in EMDR.
I treat those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief/loss, children of addict/alcoholics, borderline personality, betrayal trauma, sex/porn addiction, and other issues.
I work with wide population including individuals, couples, divorcing families, transgender, and male/female sex issues. I understand that client trust is built through a collaborative experience and not one based on the therapist’s own agenda or schedule. I find that people naturally gravitate towards me as someone with whom they feel comfortable and open.
I treat those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief/loss, children of addict/alcoholics, borderline personality, betrayal trauma, sex/porn addiction, and other issues.
I work with wide population including individuals, couples, divorcing families, transgender, and male/female sex issues. I understand that client trust is built through a collaborative experience and not one based on the therapist’s own agenda or schedule. I find that people naturally gravitate towards me as someone with whom they feel comfortable and open.
I understand the profound impact that sex addiction can have on your life and relationship.
Intimacy doesn’t just happen, it requires effort. If you're struggling with unprocessed trauma you might find yourself withdrawing from close relationships, especially the one you cherish the most. These wounds can lead to addictive behaviors, anxiety, or depression, that hold you back from being the person you can be, in wholesome and secure intimate relationships.
I understand the profound impact that sex addiction can have on your life and relationship.
Intimacy doesn’t just happen, it requires effort. If you're struggling with unprocessed trauma you might find yourself withdrawing from close relationships, especially the one you cherish the most. These wounds can lead to addictive behaviors, anxiety, or depression, that hold you back from being the person you can be, in wholesome and secure intimate relationships.
Ventana Garen
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Looking to explore sexuality, love, and your relationships?
Through a holistic and empowering lens, I specialize in guiding couples, adults and mothers in healing from trauma & gaining confidence. Using mindfulness, somatic therapy, EMDR and attachment-based techniques, I help you reconnect with your inner strength and values, paving the way for transformative growth in your relationship with yourself and others.
Looking to explore sexuality, love, and your relationships?
Through a holistic and empowering lens, I specialize in guiding couples, adults and mothers in healing from trauma & gaining confidence. Using mindfulness, somatic therapy, EMDR and attachment-based techniques, I help you reconnect with your inner strength and values, paving the way for transformative growth in your relationship with yourself and others.
Elyssa Hays
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in women's issues, relational difficulties, self esteem, life transitions, sex and intimacy, and sex during infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum.
I offer a nonjudgemental stance, compassion, and humor to create a safe and inviting space for you to feel empowered to make changes and set goals. I pull from attachment theory, mindfulness, gestalt, and CBT approaches along with neuroscience research to help you manage stress and experience deep emotional change.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in women's issues, relational difficulties, self esteem, life transitions, sex and intimacy, and sex during infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum.
I offer a nonjudgemental stance, compassion, and humor to create a safe and inviting space for you to feel empowered to make changes and set goals. I pull from attachment theory, mindfulness, gestalt, and CBT approaches along with neuroscience research to help you manage stress and experience deep emotional change.
I am highly competent and sensitive at working with a diverse range of individuals, regardless of cultural background or where they may fall on the gender/ sexuality spectrums: including intersectionality, Biracial/multiracial, and mixed couples/families.
Seeking out therapy is a very heroic action in and of itself, perhaps your first proactive step into redefining your sense of self, creating a new life story, and taking a leap into the direction of self-care. If you are reading this, you may be in a state of uncertainty, or perhaps connected more deeply than you would like to be to the effects of depression, anxiety, or your daily life situations. Maybe, you are wrestling in a relationship with someone you love; perhaps, finding the words to communicate who you are and how you feel may seem unattainable and challenging at best.
I am highly competent and sensitive at working with a diverse range of individuals, regardless of cultural background or where they may fall on the gender/ sexuality spectrums: including intersectionality, Biracial/multiracial, and mixed couples/families.
Seeking out therapy is a very heroic action in and of itself, perhaps your first proactive step into redefining your sense of self, creating a new life story, and taking a leap into the direction of self-care. If you are reading this, you may be in a state of uncertainty, or perhaps connected more deeply than you would like to be to the effects of depression, anxiety, or your daily life situations. Maybe, you are wrestling in a relationship with someone you love; perhaps, finding the words to communicate who you are and how you feel may seem unattainable and challenging at best.
Dovid Meshchaninov
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90035
I help individuals using a comprehensive and holistic approach to overcome issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, sexuality and relationships.
I help clients who are frustrated with the results they have gotten from therapy thus far, and are looking for something deeper and more effective. I combine Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, attachment focused EMDR, psychedelic preparation and integration and Cranioscaral Therapy to help clients heal and achieve optimal results.
I help individuals using a comprehensive and holistic approach to overcome issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, sexuality and relationships.
I help clients who are frustrated with the results they have gotten from therapy thus far, and are looking for something deeper and more effective. I combine Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing, attachment focused EMDR, psychedelic preparation and integration and Cranioscaral Therapy to help clients heal and achieve optimal results.
My name is Makando Mutanda, LCSW, MPH, Certified Sex Therapist, and 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT).
Guided by a social constructionist model, I view therapy as a collaborative process where client experiences, cultural backgrounds, and shared interactions shape meaning and understanding. I use a strength-based and solution-focused client-centered approach that honors each client’s unique story.
My name is Makando Mutanda, LCSW, MPH, Certified Sex Therapist, and 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT).
Guided by a social constructionist model, I view therapy as a collaborative process where client experiences, cultural backgrounds, and shared interactions shape meaning and understanding. I use a strength-based and solution-focused client-centered approach that honors each client’s unique story.
She then earned her Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, where she specialized in Families/Child, Couples, and Sex Therapy.
Dr. Khaleghian is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been practicing in the Los Angeles area for the past 15 years. She is dedicated to the well-being of her patients and is committed to helping them achieve their goals. She delivers a holistic approach to therapy and integrates evidence-based treatment approaches in a warm, supportive, and safe environment.
She then earned her Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, where she specialized in Families/Child, Couples, and Sex Therapy.
Dr. Khaleghian is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been practicing in the Los Angeles area for the past 15 years. She is dedicated to the well-being of her patients and is committed to helping them achieve their goals. She delivers a holistic approach to therapy and integrates evidence-based treatment approaches in a warm, supportive, and safe environment.
Letta B. Venegas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Have these issues affected your desire for your partner or your sex life?
Working with couples is my passion. You can do better and so can your relationship. If you have tried to fix it on your own and aren't getting where you want, give couples therapy a try. Many couples wait for years to get help, which often leads to resentment and more time in therapy. Get ahead of the issues before they get ahead of you!
Have these issues affected your desire for your partner or your sex life?
Working with couples is my passion. You can do better and so can your relationship. If you have tried to fix it on your own and aren't getting where you want, give couples therapy a try. Many couples wait for years to get help, which often leads to resentment and more time in therapy. Get ahead of the issues before they get ahead of you!
Robert Young brings over 20 years of experience in the drug and alcohol treatment field, specializing in adult, adolescent, veteran (OIF/OEF), and LGBTQIA+ populations. He is also a certified sexual addiction therapist, utilizing the 30-task model to guide individuals through sex and chemsex addiction recovery.
Robert Young brings over 20 years of experience in the drug and alcohol treatment field, specializing in adult, adolescent, veteran (OIF/OEF), and LGBTQIA+ populations. He is also a certified sexual addiction therapist, utilizing the 30-task model to guide individuals through sex and chemsex addiction recovery.
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Kati Phillips is a certified emotionally-focused therapist with advanced training in sex therapy and LGBTQ-affirmative therapy.
I take an emotionally-focused, strengths-based approach to therapy. When working with couples, I help partners identify and disrupt negative communication patterns so that they can be more accessible, responsive and engaged with one another. With adults and teens, I focus on generating more of what works in your life (and less of what doesn't).
Kati Phillips is a certified emotionally-focused therapist with advanced training in sex therapy and LGBTQ-affirmative therapy.
I take an emotionally-focused, strengths-based approach to therapy. When working with couples, I help partners identify and disrupt negative communication patterns so that they can be more accessible, responsive and engaged with one another. With adults and teens, I focus on generating more of what works in your life (and less of what doesn't).
Growth-minded Individuals, Couples, Families and Organizations work with me for reasons, including: Experiencing Relational Distress or can see that distress is imminent, Being an Adult Child of Emotionally Immature Parents (i.e., not feeling seen or heard / continuously experiencing similar but unwanted outcomes), High-Performance Stressors, Life Transitions, Pregnancy, Postpartum & Co-Parenting, Identity Exploration, Sex & Intimacy.
My approach is rooted in Systems, Strengths and Attachment Psychology, and I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT). I look at each person and system present and identify the interconnectedness between these parts. I then provide psychoeducation, tools and facilitation to support healing, growth and transformation.
Growth-minded Individuals, Couples, Families and Organizations work with me for reasons, including: Experiencing Relational Distress or can see that distress is imminent, Being an Adult Child of Emotionally Immature Parents (i.e., not feeling seen or heard / continuously experiencing similar but unwanted outcomes), High-Performance Stressors, Life Transitions, Pregnancy, Postpartum & Co-Parenting, Identity Exploration, Sex & Intimacy.
My approach is rooted in Systems, Strengths and Attachment Psychology, and I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT). I look at each person and system present and identify the interconnectedness between these parts. I then provide psychoeducation, tools and facilitation to support healing, growth and transformation.
I work with clients on the LGBTQIA plus spectrum experiencing anxiety and depression due to trauma related to sex, sexuality, intimacy, identity, and relationships.
If you're a queer, trans, or femme-identified person struggling with anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem, I’m here to help. You deserve an affirming space where you can explore your identity, process past trauma, and challenge the beliefs that hold you back. Together, we’ll work towards building your confidence, embracing self-acceptance, and creating healthier, more authentic relationships examining layers of internal and external influences that impact the relationship you have with yourself and others.
I work with clients on the LGBTQIA plus spectrum experiencing anxiety and depression due to trauma related to sex, sexuality, intimacy, identity, and relationships.
If you're a queer, trans, or femme-identified person struggling with anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem, I’m here to help. You deserve an affirming space where you can explore your identity, process past trauma, and challenge the beliefs that hold you back. Together, we’ll work towards building your confidence, embracing self-acceptance, and creating healthier, more authentic relationships examining layers of internal and external influences that impact the relationship you have with yourself and others.
Michael Nee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90066
Specialization in ADHD, symptoms related to individuals and couples, as well as its impact on work/life balance, sex/uality, friends & family members, as well as co-occurring disorders.
I am incredibly curious and enjoy working with a diverse group of clients to improve relationship issues; resolve sexual problems; mitigate stressors brought on by life transitions - noting that even positive life transitions create stressful situations; resolve general or acute anxiety and depression; work through grief and loss; ADHD - - and more.
Specialization in ADHD, symptoms related to individuals and couples, as well as its impact on work/life balance, sex/uality, friends & family members, as well as co-occurring disorders.
I am incredibly curious and enjoy working with a diverse group of clients to improve relationship issues; resolve sexual problems; mitigate stressors brought on by life transitions - noting that even positive life transitions create stressful situations; resolve general or acute anxiety and depression; work through grief and loss; ADHD - - and more.
Fox Eros - Stress, Intimacy & Polyamory
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Online Only
I have a deep passion for working with people on trauma, identity, intimacy, loss, communication, self-worth, shame, sex and stress.
Fun Facts: I’m pansexual, ambiamorous, multi-racial, BIPOC and hella tight with my ancestors. Somatics and Parts Work is my kink and inspiring Self-worth is my jam. My style is collaborative, relational and non-shaming. Let us deconstruct the narratives you’ve adopted that no longer serve you and reflect on what isn't working — so we can get to what does.
I have a deep passion for working with people on trauma, identity, intimacy, loss, communication, self-worth, shame, sex and stress.
Fun Facts: I’m pansexual, ambiamorous, multi-racial, BIPOC and hella tight with my ancestors. Somatics and Parts Work is my kink and inspiring Self-worth is my jam. My style is collaborative, relational and non-shaming. Let us deconstruct the narratives you’ve adopted that no longer serve you and reflect on what isn't working — so we can get to what does.
Sunyata Ono
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90028
If you are struggling with identity issues, anxiety, depression, sexuality, self-esteem, life transitions, and/or relationship difficulties, I believe that we can work together towards healing, resolution, and growth.
I work one-on-one with individuals and couples to expand and develop emotional clarity and personal agency. My speciality is an integration of psychodynamic principles and an emphasis on mindfulness practices to enable individual authenticity and greater self-regard.
If you are struggling with identity issues, anxiety, depression, sexuality, self-esteem, life transitions, and/or relationship difficulties, I believe that we can work together towards healing, resolution, and growth.
I work one-on-one with individuals and couples to expand and develop emotional clarity and personal agency. My speciality is an integration of psychodynamic principles and an emphasis on mindfulness practices to enable individual authenticity and greater self-regard.
I'm certified in Sex and Couples therapy working with couples and individuals on issues related to relationships, intimacy, and sex.
Now accepting new clients for in-person + virtual!
People from all walks of life find themselves in my practice, but they're often exploring some of these themes: Have your relationships felt strained or overwhelming? Does communication with others feel difficult and fraught? Have you lost interest in things and people you used to love? Are you finding yourself burnt-out and exhausted, transitioning through major changes, or grappling with world events? Have feelings of anxiety and depression become too much or rather are you struggling to feel anything at all?
You're in the right place. My clients experience this and more.
I'm certified in Sex and Couples therapy working with couples and individuals on issues related to relationships, intimacy, and sex.
Now accepting new clients for in-person + virtual!
People from all walks of life find themselves in my practice, but they're often exploring some of these themes: Have your relationships felt strained or overwhelming? Does communication with others feel difficult and fraught? Have you lost interest in things and people you used to love? Are you finding yourself burnt-out and exhausted, transitioning through major changes, or grappling with world events? Have feelings of anxiety and depression become too much or rather are you struggling to feel anything at all?
You're in the right place. My clients experience this and more.
Jill Solomon-Hardie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Aside from couples, my practice focuses on recovery, codependency, love/ sex, chronic pain and illness, relationship issues, NPD abuse healing, and anxiety/depression and early attachment wounds.
I specialize working with COUPLES and am PACT level 2 trained by Stan Tatkin This approach to couples work is based on attachment styles and can help couples learn to love and manage each other well. I am also trained in level 1 of Terry Reals relational couples work. I am a Somatic Experiencing practitioner and deal with TRAUMA as well as chronic PAIN.
Aside from couples, my practice focuses on recovery, codependency, love/ sex, chronic pain and illness, relationship issues, NPD abuse healing, and anxiety/depression and early attachment wounds.
I specialize working with COUPLES and am PACT level 2 trained by Stan Tatkin This approach to couples work is based on attachment styles and can help couples learn to love and manage each other well. I am also trained in level 1 of Terry Reals relational couples work. I am a Somatic Experiencing practitioner and deal with TRAUMA as well as chronic PAIN.
Jen Rivers
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027
I specialize in LGBTQIA+ mental health support for queer folks (and cisgender women) going through perimenopause/menopause, identity formation around sexuality, gender identity, gender expression, and identity away from trauma.
Are you approaching or experiencing perimenopause/menopause as a queer person? Are you feeling unrepresented or detached from the common narrative that is the binary gender? Are you experiencing a lack of control and understanding with what is happening in your body? Are you frustrated because you never wanted these parts in the first place? Do you just feel so bad that you think you’re going crazy? You're not going crazy, I promise, but it damn sure feels like it! I'm here to support you through this natural life transition with empathy, compassion, education, advocacy, resources, and of course, humor!
I specialize in LGBTQIA+ mental health support for queer folks (and cisgender women) going through perimenopause/menopause, identity formation around sexuality, gender identity, gender expression, and identity away from trauma.
Are you approaching or experiencing perimenopause/menopause as a queer person? Are you feeling unrepresented or detached from the common narrative that is the binary gender? Are you experiencing a lack of control and understanding with what is happening in your body? Are you frustrated because you never wanted these parts in the first place? Do you just feel so bad that you think you’re going crazy? You're not going crazy, I promise, but it damn sure feels like it! I'm here to support you through this natural life transition with empathy, compassion, education, advocacy, resources, and of course, humor!
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