Sex Therapists in Westminster, CO
I hold a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in systemic sex therapy.
If you feel stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready to break out of unhelpful patterns and create meaningful change. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, parenting struggles, or a major life transition, you don’t need to have all the answers, just a willingness to show up and try something different. Together, we’ll create a supportive, honest space to explore what’s happening, gain clarity, and move toward a life that feels more connected and fulfilling.
I hold a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in systemic sex therapy.
If you feel stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready to break out of unhelpful patterns and create meaningful change. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, parenting struggles, or a major life transition, you don’t need to have all the answers, just a willingness to show up and try something different. Together, we’ll create a supportive, honest space to explore what’s happening, gain clarity, and move toward a life that feels more connected and fulfilling.
You might be here because something feels off—inside of you, between you and your partner, or within your family. Perhaps you’re tired of repeating cycles or struggling to feel close and appreciated, as if your feelings are unseen and unspoken. Therapy is a tool to help you be understood, connected, and able to love and be loved with more ease and authenticity. Whether you are here just for yourself or for the relationships that shape your life, I am here for you. You are complex, full of beautiful paradoxes and insights, and you are ready for a change.
You might be here because something feels off—inside of you, between you and your partner, or within your family. Perhaps you’re tired of repeating cycles or struggling to feel close and appreciated, as if your feelings are unseen and unspoken. Therapy is a tool to help you be understood, connected, and able to love and be loved with more ease and authenticity. Whether you are here just for yourself or for the relationships that shape your life, I am here for you. You are complex, full of beautiful paradoxes and insights, and you are ready for a change.
Janelle Washburne, Individual, Couples Sex Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CST-S, EMDR
11 Endorsed
Westminster, CO 80020
Are you feeling lost on how to "fix" your relationship or sex life?
Are you are struggling with a lack of emotional or physical intimacy in your relationship? Mismatched desire? Do you feel alone in your relationship and have arguments that go in circles? Or are you dealing with anxiety, depression or trauma? If so, I can help!
Most of us never learned how to create a healthy relationship or how to communicate effectively. If you're open to changing old patterns that aren't working, learn new ways to relate and love each other, then we could be a good match. With over 19 years experience as a psychotherapist, I offer a unique approach and tools to help you end the struggle and fall in love again.
Are you feeling lost on how to "fix" your relationship or sex life?
Are you are struggling with a lack of emotional or physical intimacy in your relationship? Mismatched desire? Do you feel alone in your relationship and have arguments that go in circles? Or are you dealing with anxiety, depression or trauma? If so, I can help!
Most of us never learned how to create a healthy relationship or how to communicate effectively. If you're open to changing old patterns that aren't working, learn new ways to relate and love each other, then we could be a good match. With over 19 years experience as a psychotherapist, I offer a unique approach and tools to help you end the struggle and fall in love again.
You will learn to speak from the heart during challenges, transcend unhealthy relationship patterns, and connect with a fully embodied sexuality.
Relationship habits with intimate partners can create familiarity and easefulness—they can also inhibit an attuned and fulfilling way of being together. When relationship shortcuts create disconnection or even hurtful interactions, we feel misunderstood and not seen for our true experience and intentions. This is a source of relational wounds.
These missed opportunities for connection amplify during important life events such as medical procedures or cancer treatment and during transitional periods like becoming empty nesters, during the midlife years, the perimenopausal transformation, and heading into retirement.
You will learn to speak from the heart during challenges, transcend unhealthy relationship patterns, and connect with a fully embodied sexuality.
Relationship habits with intimate partners can create familiarity and easefulness—they can also inhibit an attuned and fulfilling way of being together. When relationship shortcuts create disconnection or even hurtful interactions, we feel misunderstood and not seen for our true experience and intentions. This is a source of relational wounds.
These missed opportunities for connection amplify during important life events such as medical procedures or cancer treatment and during transitional periods like becoming empty nesters, during the midlife years, the perimenopausal transformation, and heading into retirement.
As a skilled counselor and highly trained sex therapist, I will take a nonjudgmental, healing approach that promotes positive, sustainable change.
My life philosophy revolves around bringing loving kindness and acceptance into all parts of my life—including inside the therapeutic space. I believe we are all doing the best with the tools and experiences we were given, and that therapy can bring new meaning to those experiences. As a counselor, it is not my job to tell others how they should be—instead, I am here to accept my clients as they are while holding space for the areas in their lives that they want to change.
As a skilled counselor and highly trained sex therapist, I will take a nonjudgmental, healing approach that promotes positive, sustainable change.
My life philosophy revolves around bringing loving kindness and acceptance into all parts of my life—including inside the therapeutic space. I believe we are all doing the best with the tools and experiences we were given, and that therapy can bring new meaning to those experiences. As a counselor, it is not my job to tell others how they should be—instead, I am here to accept my clients as they are while holding space for the areas in their lives that they want to change.
Brianna Badenhop
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CST
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Certified Sex Therapist recognized through AASECT, and work with clients on topics related to sexual identity/orientation, relationship structures, sexual dysfunctions, and kink/BDSM.
Common client goals include: relieving depression/anxiety, adjusting to transitions, improving self-confidence, and building healthy relationships. Former clients describe me as genuine, honest, attentive, and warm, with a good sense of humor.
I am a Certified Sex Therapist recognized through AASECT, and work with clients on topics related to sexual identity/orientation, relationship structures, sexual dysfunctions, and kink/BDSM.
Common client goals include: relieving depression/anxiety, adjusting to transitions, improving self-confidence, and building healthy relationships. Former clients describe me as genuine, honest, attentive, and warm, with a good sense of humor.
Have you been struggling with the transition into parenthood? Whether you're a new mom or dad, the early days of parenting can feel overwhelming, isolating, and unlike anything you expected. Sleepless nights, shifting relationships, identity changes, and the pressure to "get it right" can leave you feeling like you’ve been thrown into the deep end.
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate this season by yourself. I specialize in supporting individuals and couples as they adjust to the emotional, physical, and relational shifts that come with becoming a parent.
Have you been struggling with the transition into parenthood? Whether you're a new mom or dad, the early days of parenting can feel overwhelming, isolating, and unlike anything you expected. Sleepless nights, shifting relationships, identity changes, and the pressure to "get it right" can leave you feeling like you’ve been thrown into the deep end.
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate this season by yourself. I specialize in supporting individuals and couples as they adjust to the emotional, physical, and relational shifts that come with becoming a parent.
As a therapist, my goal is not to fix, change or solve, but rather to empower, enlighten and support you on your journey to achieve your goals. I believe in creating a comfortable and non-judgemental safe space that fosters collaborations and personal growth. Seeking therapy can be difficult, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I utilize a person-centered approach, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and DBT with other therapeutic techniques to assist in gaining insight, self empowerment and personal growth.
As a therapist, my goal is not to fix, change or solve, but rather to empower, enlighten and support you on your journey to achieve your goals. I believe in creating a comfortable and non-judgemental safe space that fosters collaborations and personal growth. Seeking therapy can be difficult, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I utilize a person-centered approach, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and DBT with other therapeutic techniques to assist in gaining insight, self empowerment and personal growth.
We've all been handed a box of "shoulds" about sexuality and relationships—what they’re supposed to look like, how they’re supposed to work.
I’m affirming of all gender identities, consensual sexual and romantic expressions, and relationship structures - monogamy, ENM, polyamory, kinky, and everything in between. I embody a sex-positive, nonjudgmental, and deeply compassionate approach as we explore your story, what’s important to you, and your goals to shape lasting change.
We've all been handed a box of "shoulds" about sexuality and relationships—what they’re supposed to look like, how they’re supposed to work.
I’m affirming of all gender identities, consensual sexual and romantic expressions, and relationship structures - monogamy, ENM, polyamory, kinky, and everything in between. I embody a sex-positive, nonjudgmental, and deeply compassionate approach as we explore your story, what’s important to you, and your goals to shape lasting change.
Are you looking to address the overwhelming feelings of life, while also improving your overall well-being? I work with adults struggling with life transitions, self-esteem, anxiety, relationship issues, and general life challenges. I also work with couples looking to improve their communication and strengthen their connection. My aim is to foster authentic connections that encourage sustainable progress towards your goals. Together, we can create a plan that inspires hope and confidence in navigating life and relationships.
Are you looking to address the overwhelming feelings of life, while also improving your overall well-being? I work with adults struggling with life transitions, self-esteem, anxiety, relationship issues, and general life challenges. I also work with couples looking to improve their communication and strengthen their connection. My aim is to foster authentic connections that encourage sustainable progress towards your goals. Together, we can create a plan that inspires hope and confidence in navigating life and relationships.
For couples, it may be the same fight on repeat, trust feeling shaky, or sex and intimacy feeling tense.
I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, self-criticism, relationship patterns, boundaries, communication, trust, sex, and intimacy. My work is active, practical, and grounded in how our brains, histories, and relationships shape how we react under stress. I am sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink-aware, and specialized in non-monogamy.
For couples, it may be the same fight on repeat, trust feeling shaky, or sex and intimacy feeling tense.
I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, self-criticism, relationship patterns, boundaries, communication, trust, sex, and intimacy. My work is active, practical, and grounded in how our brains, histories, and relationships shape how we react under stress. I am sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink-aware, and specialized in non-monogamy.
I imagine looking though this website and trying to choose a therapist that feels like a good fit for yourself, your child, or your family, it can feel like a very daunting task, but I encourage you not to lose hope. I know firsthand how healing and rewarding it can be when you connect with the right person for you. Therapy works and relationships do get better. My therapeutic approach is guided by a deep sense of compassion and a direct understanding of trauma and recovery. My work is rooted in empathy, safety, and connection, helping clients manage complex emotional and behavioral challenges.
I imagine looking though this website and trying to choose a therapist that feels like a good fit for yourself, your child, or your family, it can feel like a very daunting task, but I encourage you not to lose hope. I know firsthand how healing and rewarding it can be when you connect with the right person for you. Therapy works and relationships do get better. My therapeutic approach is guided by a deep sense of compassion and a direct understanding of trauma and recovery. My work is rooted in empathy, safety, and connection, helping clients manage complex emotional and behavioral challenges.
While everyone develops strategies to withstand adverse experiences, over time, these once essential ways of being, coping, & relating to others & yourself can cause distress & overall dissatisfaction with life. My goal as your therapist is to collaboratively develop a relationship built on compassion, authenticity, and a dash of humor so that together we can understand your unique needs, values, and motivations.
While everyone develops strategies to withstand adverse experiences, over time, these once essential ways of being, coping, & relating to others & yourself can cause distress & overall dissatisfaction with life. My goal as your therapist is to collaboratively develop a relationship built on compassion, authenticity, and a dash of humor so that together we can understand your unique needs, values, and motivations.
A lot of clients come to see me because they are a mix of unhappy, want more out of their sex lives/relationships, want to heal from trauma, or find ways to understand and navigate how life outside of sex is hurting the sex they want to have.
Together, we can examine what you feel and notice stands between you and the sex life you envision for yourself, and find one of fulfillment.
A lot of clients come to see me because they are a mix of unhappy, want more out of their sex lives/relationships, want to heal from trauma, or find ways to understand and navigate how life outside of sex is hurting the sex they want to have.
Together, we can examine what you feel and notice stands between you and the sex life you envision for yourself, and find one of fulfillment.
At The Marriage and Family Clinic we specialize in marriage counseling so you can rest assured you're getting the specialized treatment your marriage needs. We help couples heal old wounds and transform their marriage into one that's strong, passionate, and vibrant. We help you create the marriage you've always wanted. Schedule an appointment with one of our specialists today and get your marriage back on track.
At The Marriage and Family Clinic we specialize in marriage counseling so you can rest assured you're getting the specialized treatment your marriage needs. We help couples heal old wounds and transform their marriage into one that's strong, passionate, and vibrant. We help you create the marriage you've always wanted. Schedule an appointment with one of our specialists today and get your marriage back on track.
Welcome. Seeking help often takes courage. Yet it is a personal investment that is often extremely rewarding and satisfying. So, congratulations on your decision to embark on this journey of self-improvement. I believe your efforts for positive change are bound to reward you in profound ways.
I am a licensed professional counselor in Colorado with over 10 years’ experience working as a mental health therapist. I received a bachelor’s in psychology in 2006 and master’s in clinical Mental Health from the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs in 2010.
Welcome. Seeking help often takes courage. Yet it is a personal investment that is often extremely rewarding and satisfying. So, congratulations on your decision to embark on this journey of self-improvement. I believe your efforts for positive change are bound to reward you in profound ways.
I am a licensed professional counselor in Colorado with over 10 years’ experience working as a mental health therapist. I received a bachelor’s in psychology in 2006 and master’s in clinical Mental Health from the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs in 2010.
My therapy is warm, light, and above all else, curious! Good questions are powerful. They can create a space for you to be fully seen, uncover a new strength in you or your relationship(s), and create openings so that what matters most has room to take root. Life can be challenging, (like, really challenging) and sometimes overwhelmingly so. The things we face might tell you that you aren't up to the task, or even lead you into thinking you aren't worthy… But they’re wrong. The life you want is yours to create, embrace, and enter into. And a good question can remind you that you don’t have to do it alone.
My therapy is warm, light, and above all else, curious! Good questions are powerful. They can create a space for you to be fully seen, uncover a new strength in you or your relationship(s), and create openings so that what matters most has room to take root. Life can be challenging, (like, really challenging) and sometimes overwhelmingly so. The things we face might tell you that you aren't up to the task, or even lead you into thinking you aren't worthy… But they’re wrong. The life you want is yours to create, embrace, and enter into. And a good question can remind you that you don’t have to do it alone.
I believe healing arises by addressing the mind, body, and spirit together. My holistic approach inspires growth by nurturing all aspects of a person. Setting clear goals, I empower clients to face challenges with resilience and purpose, guiding them toward self-awareness and emotional well-being.
I use play therapy, geek therapy, and Gottman’s Marriage Counseling to specialize in couples, families, children, and teens. I clarify personal narratives to foster understanding and positive change, providing compassionate, effective support.
Let us work together to foster a new future!
I believe healing arises by addressing the mind, body, and spirit together. My holistic approach inspires growth by nurturing all aspects of a person. Setting clear goals, I empower clients to face challenges with resilience and purpose, guiding them toward self-awareness and emotional well-being.
I use play therapy, geek therapy, and Gottman’s Marriage Counseling to specialize in couples, families, children, and teens. I clarify personal narratives to foster understanding and positive change, providing compassionate, effective support.
Let us work together to foster a new future!
Westside Behavioral Care - Therapists in Lakewood
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Westminster, CO 80021
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
Are you navigating challenges in your relationships or struggling with addiction? Let me support you on this journey of healing and growth. As a licensed marriage and family therapist and addiction counselor, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective counseling services tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your relationships, overcome addictive behaviors, or restore balance in your life, I am here to help you find clarity and resilience.
Are you navigating challenges in your relationships or struggling with addiction? Let me support you on this journey of healing and growth. As a licensed marriage and family therapist and addiction counselor, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective counseling services tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your relationships, overcome addictive behaviors, or restore balance in your life, I am here to help you find clarity and resilience.
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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.


