Sex Therapists in Washington, DC

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Trina Dolenz
Verified Verified
Washington, DC 20002
I work with clients helping bring about the changes and understanding they need in their marriage, relationship, or sex lives.
I am a British Couples Psychotherapist specializing in relationship and sexual issues. If you want positive change in your communication, conflicts, sexual difficulties, an affair and its aftermath, divorce or separation or loss of intimacy, I can help you. I truly understand the need for a safe, confidential and empathic environment, to be able to trust your therapist, to be listened to and understood, so that together we are able to resolve or manage the problems and issues you are having with your partner. Take the first step to getting the relationship you deserve - call me to make an appointment.
I work with clients helping bring about the changes and understanding they need in their marriage, relationship, or sex lives.
I am a British Couples Psychotherapist specializing in relationship and sexual issues. If you want positive change in your communication, conflicts, sexual difficulties, an affair and its aftermath, divorce or separation or loss of intimacy, I can help you. I truly understand the need for a safe, confidential and empathic environment, to be able to trust your therapist, to be listened to and understood, so that together we are able to resolve or manage the problems and issues you are having with your partner. Take the first step to getting the relationship you deserve - call me to make an appointment.
(202) 759-8167 View (202) 759-8167
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Christopher Straley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CGP, CST
12 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
With over 20 years of experience providing mental health services, primarily to men, individuals and couples, who are struggling with relationship issues, sexual health, and/or substance use issues, my focus is on helping you feel better. If you are struggling to feel connected with your partner, or others in your life, therapy can help. As a relationship specialist, I work with you, to help understand and improve communication, heal past ruptures, and increase intimacy - emotional and sexual. We may also work together to decrease your sexual performance anxiety, increase confidence, and pleasure.
With over 20 years of experience providing mental health services, primarily to men, individuals and couples, who are struggling with relationship issues, sexual health, and/or substance use issues, my focus is on helping you feel better. If you are struggling to feel connected with your partner, or others in your life, therapy can help. As a relationship specialist, I work with you, to help understand and improve communication, heal past ruptures, and increase intimacy - emotional and sexual. We may also work together to decrease your sexual performance anxiety, increase confidence, and pleasure.
(202) 670-6926 View (202) 670-6926
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Jaime M Grant
Verified Verified
Online Only
My books, Kink For Dummies, Polyamory For Dummies, and Great Sex: Mapping Your Desire, are based on a sexual liberation workshops I've offered on campuses and at LGBTQ+ rights conferences in the US and around the world.
I've been a queer feminist activist for 30 years - my collaborators hail from all over the US, China, South Africa, South Korea, Russia, and Egypt. They've helped me fully understand that each person's sexuality journey is entirely your own. Many of us bury the truth of our desires out of shame or in an effort to please our partners or fit in.
My books, Kink For Dummies, Polyamory For Dummies, and Great Sex: Mapping Your Desire, are based on a sexual liberation workshops I've offered on campuses and at LGBTQ+ rights conferences in the US and around the world.
I've been a queer feminist activist for 30 years - my collaborators hail from all over the US, China, South Africa, South Korea, Russia, and Egypt. They've helped me fully understand that each person's sexuality journey is entirely your own. Many of us bury the truth of our desires out of shame or in an effort to please our partners or fit in.
(202) 952-2093 View (202) 952-2093
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Luis Felipe Cebas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Licensed clinical social worker in NYC, Washington DC, and Virginia who is deeply committed to supporting individuals from all communities, with a special focus on People of Color, Latine, and other minority populations, in improving their mental health and overall well-being. I provide therapy services for adults, couples, and older adults, with the goal of creating a safe and supportive space—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—where clients can unpack their experiences and begin their healing journey.My approach is rooted in the Ecological Systems Model and People-in-Environment (PiE), applied through a trauma-informed lens.
Licensed clinical social worker in NYC, Washington DC, and Virginia who is deeply committed to supporting individuals from all communities, with a special focus on People of Color, Latine, and other minority populations, in improving their mental health and overall well-being. I provide therapy services for adults, couples, and older adults, with the goal of creating a safe and supportive space—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—where clients can unpack their experiences and begin their healing journey.My approach is rooted in the Ecological Systems Model and People-in-Environment (PiE), applied through a trauma-informed lens.
(202) 883-3834 View (202) 883-3834
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Melanie Ricaurte
Psychologist, PsyD
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
She is an advocate, educator, and therapist, focusing her work on issues related to human sexuality and human rights.
Dr. Melanie Ricaurte is the Clinical Director of Harmony Holistic and has been practicing as a psychologist for over 10 years. She is a licensed Psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist and Sex Therapy Supervisor through AASECT. She is also certified as a Prepare/Enrich provider for premarital therapy and certified as an NGH Hypnotherapist.
She is an advocate, educator, and therapist, focusing her work on issues related to human sexuality and human rights.
Dr. Melanie Ricaurte is the Clinical Director of Harmony Holistic and has been practicing as a psychologist for over 10 years. She is a licensed Psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist and Sex Therapy Supervisor through AASECT. She is also certified as a Prepare/Enrich provider for premarital therapy and certified as an NGH Hypnotherapist.
(855) 617-7856 View (855) 617-7856
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Michael A Giordano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CST
5 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
I have experience helping people with all kinds of issues, including relationships, sex and sexuality, addictions, gender identity, physical/emotional/sexual abuse, as well as general questions of self-worth.
We often have a variety of emotions and unacknowledged, "automatic" thoughts & beliefs that are at odds with how we want to live. I can help you be more mindful and aware of what is actually going on with yourself. With that knowledge, you can make changes and treat yourself differently, which will then shift how you experience life.
I have experience helping people with all kinds of issues, including relationships, sex and sexuality, addictions, gender identity, physical/emotional/sexual abuse, as well as general questions of self-worth.
We often have a variety of emotions and unacknowledged, "automatic" thoughts & beliefs that are at odds with how we want to live. I can help you be more mindful and aware of what is actually going on with yourself. With that knowledge, you can make changes and treat yourself differently, which will then shift how you experience life.
(202) 559-4269 View (202) 559-4269
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Morgan Summers-Slaughter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
One of my main areas of focus is sex therapy, and I work with individuals and couples to resolve sexual trauma histories and build stronger connections with their partners.
I love to work with clients in the process of working through identity struggles, and dynamics at play that impact a person's ability to be authentic. I'm particularly interested in working with young adults, and those in and around the LGBTQIA+ community. I work to provide an affirming, supportive space for healing and growth for all clients regardless of their age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious background and practices (or lack thereof), or any other factor.
One of my main areas of focus is sex therapy, and I work with individuals and couples to resolve sexual trauma histories and build stronger connections with their partners.
I love to work with clients in the process of working through identity struggles, and dynamics at play that impact a person's ability to be authentic. I'm particularly interested in working with young adults, and those in and around the LGBTQIA+ community. I work to provide an affirming, supportive space for healing and growth for all clients regardless of their age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious background and practices (or lack thereof), or any other factor.
(240) 219-6923 View (240) 219-6923
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Sarah Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Washington, DC 20036
Are you a child of a dysfunctional family, see yourself playing roles of a caretaker, people pleaser, fawner or avoidant of conflict? Do you wonder how these roles began? Perhaps you recognize their origin but feel uncertain how to step outside of these roles that feel inauthentic. Do you ever think to yourself, “I don’t feel like I know my ‘true self’”? You may desire to show up differently but not sure where or how to begin. I assure you; these questions make complete sense to me, and I am here to work alongside you as we walk the path of discovering your inner wisdom and embodiment.
Are you a child of a dysfunctional family, see yourself playing roles of a caretaker, people pleaser, fawner or avoidant of conflict? Do you wonder how these roles began? Perhaps you recognize their origin but feel uncertain how to step outside of these roles that feel inauthentic. Do you ever think to yourself, “I don’t feel like I know my ‘true self’”? You may desire to show up differently but not sure where or how to begin. I assure you; these questions make complete sense to me, and I am here to work alongside you as we walk the path of discovering your inner wisdom and embodiment.
(202) 980-1236 View (202) 980-1236
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Laura Reid Harris
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
Every body has a right to pleasure, so if you have been curious about or considering sex therapy, let's connect!
Therapy can be helpful at anytime in your life, but it could be particularly important for you now, when so many of us are experiencing heightened emotions. Whether you're suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, or other concerns, we can work together to understand the underlying causes for your symptoms and help you pursue your inner truth and liberation. I practice both in English and Spanish, and clients whose first language is not English and/or who have come to therapy from a variety of cultural contexts often work with me.
Every body has a right to pleasure, so if you have been curious about or considering sex therapy, let's connect!
Therapy can be helpful at anytime in your life, but it could be particularly important for you now, when so many of us are experiencing heightened emotions. Whether you're suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, or other concerns, we can work together to understand the underlying causes for your symptoms and help you pursue your inner truth and liberation. I practice both in English and Spanish, and clients whose first language is not English and/or who have come to therapy from a variety of cultural contexts often work with me.
(202) 519-0335 View (202) 519-0335
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The Pincus Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CST
6 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20036
The Pincus Center specializes in sex positive therapy for individuals and relationships.
The Pincus Center specializes in working with clients to build a life filled with pleasure and joy. We will help you to find your inner voice, establish your own goals and find a path that works for you. There is no one true way to do therapy or to live your life. We understand that the world is a very hard place to be right now. We can't make everything perfect but we can make it better. We focus on issues around neurodiversity, self acceptance, relationship communication, sexual freedom, shame, low desire, sexual functioning issues and a wide variety of other mental health issues.
The Pincus Center specializes in sex positive therapy for individuals and relationships.
The Pincus Center specializes in working with clients to build a life filled with pleasure and joy. We will help you to find your inner voice, establish your own goals and find a path that works for you. There is no one true way to do therapy or to live your life. We understand that the world is a very hard place to be right now. We can't make everything perfect but we can make it better. We focus on issues around neurodiversity, self acceptance, relationship communication, sexual freedom, shame, low desire, sexual functioning issues and a wide variety of other mental health issues.
(202) 499-2602 View (202) 499-2602
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Stacey Mayo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MDiv
4 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20002
My expertise is in faith & spirituality, interpersonal relationships (i.e., family, couple, premarital, friendships, work), anxiety & neuroscience, dating, sex/ sexuality, religious trauma, race/culture/ethnicity, infertility, communication, career discernment, leadership development, boundaries & assertiveness, attachment, grief & loss, and transitions.
From a base of acceptance of your whole self, I work together with you to identify your potential and strengths, knowing how capable you already are. I come alongside you to reach your goals, and to live a whole and fulfilling life with deep, meaningful relationships. I approach therapy as a collaborative effort between you and me to create goals, gain new skills, and overcome challenges. I work to empower you with compassionate listening, psychoeducation and tools, and empowerment (listening to your voice and planning how to confidently express it) - I have complete confidence in you to direct your life and reach a place of joy!
My expertise is in faith & spirituality, interpersonal relationships (i.e., family, couple, premarital, friendships, work), anxiety & neuroscience, dating, sex/ sexuality, religious trauma, race/culture/ethnicity, infertility, communication, career discernment, leadership development, boundaries & assertiveness, attachment, grief & loss, and transitions.
From a base of acceptance of your whole self, I work together with you to identify your potential and strengths, knowing how capable you already are. I come alongside you to reach your goals, and to live a whole and fulfilling life with deep, meaningful relationships. I approach therapy as a collaborative effort between you and me to create goals, gain new skills, and overcome challenges. I work to empower you with compassionate listening, psychoeducation and tools, and empowerment (listening to your voice and planning how to confidently express it) - I have complete confidence in you to direct your life and reach a place of joy!
(202) 933-1243 View (202) 933-1243
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Danielle Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW, MA
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
I enjoy working with individuals and couples to deepen and strengthen existing relationships, find new relationships, explore sexuality, reduce stress and anxiety, and manage life transitions.
Hi, I’m Danielle. I’m glad you’re reading this and hope we connect. It takes a lot of courage to try something new, including trying a new therapist. I see therapy as a collaboration that empowers you to be your whole, authentic self and make real change. Together, we’ll explore your many sources of strength and solutions to cultivate greater well-being, joy, ease, connection, and belonging. In session, I strive to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space. Clients tell me that I have a warm, calming presence and they feel seen and heard.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples to deepen and strengthen existing relationships, find new relationships, explore sexuality, reduce stress and anxiety, and manage life transitions.
Hi, I’m Danielle. I’m glad you’re reading this and hope we connect. It takes a lot of courage to try something new, including trying a new therapist. I see therapy as a collaboration that empowers you to be your whole, authentic self and make real change. Together, we’ll explore your many sources of strength and solutions to cultivate greater well-being, joy, ease, connection, and belonging. In session, I strive to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space. Clients tell me that I have a warm, calming presence and they feel seen and heard.
(877) 358-2145 View (877) 358-2145
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Lenore M. Pomerance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CGP
1 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
When I work with couples, I focus on your dynamics of intimacy, power imbalances, money, sexuality, and the impact of family and friends on your couple.
In group work I similarly focus on all the dynamics that get stirred up when we operate in groups, like competition and seeing and being seen for who we really are. I am now in the process of starting a psychotherapy group for women.
When I work with couples, I focus on your dynamics of intimacy, power imbalances, money, sexuality, and the impact of family and friends on your couple.
In group work I similarly focus on all the dynamics that get stirred up when we operate in groups, like competition and seeing and being seen for who we really are. I am now in the process of starting a psychotherapy group for women.
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Brian Cross
Psychologist, PhD, CST
Washington, DC 20036
I work with a wide variety of clients in individual, couples, group and consultation formats.I provide a relationship that promotes respectful, direct expression of our unique human frailties and strengths be they happy, angry, fearful or sad. Psychotherapy is a potent elixir for change. The 'contents' of life provides for each of us at times a 'wild-ride', a 'lazy day', or somewhere in between. I help my clients with the 'process' of life to stay connected with their Self and others. If all goes well in the individual or couples therapy, most of my clients matriculate into a group psychotherapy process to further their growth.
I work with a wide variety of clients in individual, couples, group and consultation formats.I provide a relationship that promotes respectful, direct expression of our unique human frailties and strengths be they happy, angry, fearful or sad. Psychotherapy is a potent elixir for change. The 'contents' of life provides for each of us at times a 'wild-ride', a 'lazy day', or somewhere in between. I help my clients with the 'process' of life to stay connected with their Self and others. If all goes well in the individual or couples therapy, most of my clients matriculate into a group psychotherapy process to further their growth.
(202) 643-6971 View (202) 643-6971
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Capital Center for Psychotherapy and Wellness
Psychologist, PsyD, Sex, Therapi
2 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20009
I’m the owner and CEO of the Capital Center for Psychotherapy and Wellness (CCPW), where we offer a wide range of holistic services including therapy (individual, couples, group, sex), psychiatry, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, acupuncture, massage, nutrition, fitness, and more.
I’m an eclectic psychologist trained in CBT, incorporating psychoanalytic, feminist, humanistic, LGBTQ+ affirming, and psychedelic-assisted approaches. I tailor treatment to your needs and may refer you to other clinicians or wellness providers to support your mental health and growth
I’m the owner and CEO of the Capital Center for Psychotherapy and Wellness (CCPW), where we offer a wide range of holistic services including therapy (individual, couples, group, sex), psychiatry, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, acupuncture, massage, nutrition, fitness, and more.
I’m an eclectic psychologist trained in CBT, incorporating psychoanalytic, feminist, humanistic, LGBTQ+ affirming, and psychedelic-assisted approaches. I tailor treatment to your needs and may refer you to other clinicians or wellness providers to support your mental health and growth
(202) 759-6364 View (202) 759-6364
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Caitlin Eshelman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
I am a kink and sex positive therapist.
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, I'll answer any questions you might have about therapy or me as a professional and then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
I am a kink and sex positive therapist.
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, I'll answer any questions you might have about therapy or me as a professional and then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
(202) 946-7172 View (202) 946-7172
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Melissa L. Kilbride & Associates, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, CST
3 Endorsed
Washington, DC 20002
Our clinicians are trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including EMDR, ACT, CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Sex Therapy, and i-Rest.
Therapy is an incredible tool for anyone searching to foster insight, growth, overall well-being, or change. It can seem like an intimidating journey, so our initial goal is to create a comfortable, trusting, and collaborative relationship with you. We provide psychotherapy for adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, grief, sexual health concerns and adjustment challenges. We are LGBTQ+ allied. We believe that incorporating qualities like honesty, humor, and candidness, can be beneficial in developing the therapeutic connection and reaching goals.
Our clinicians are trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including EMDR, ACT, CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Sex Therapy, and i-Rest.
Therapy is an incredible tool for anyone searching to foster insight, growth, overall well-being, or change. It can seem like an intimidating journey, so our initial goal is to create a comfortable, trusting, and collaborative relationship with you. We provide psychotherapy for adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, grief, sexual health concerns and adjustment challenges. We are LGBTQ+ allied. We believe that incorporating qualities like honesty, humor, and candidness, can be beneficial in developing the therapeutic connection and reaching goals.
(202) 499-4003 View (202) 499-4003
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Glen Bradley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I’m queer, gay, neurodivergent, & a non-linear thinker. I offer therapy for those tired of masking, pretending, performing, or polishing themselves just to get by. In a world that rewards fake smiles and emotional shutdown, being real is radical. I help you to reconnect with your body—not as a problem to fix, but as a source of truth, power, & resilience. Your emotions aren’t flaws; they’re signals. You don’t have to hold it all together to deserve support. You don’t have to fake calm to be okay. I’m here to help you feel what’s real, unmask safely, and discover the next honest step forward.
I’m queer, gay, neurodivergent, & a non-linear thinker. I offer therapy for those tired of masking, pretending, performing, or polishing themselves just to get by. In a world that rewards fake smiles and emotional shutdown, being real is radical. I help you to reconnect with your body—not as a problem to fix, but as a source of truth, power, & resilience. Your emotions aren’t flaws; they’re signals. You don’t have to hold it all together to deserve support. You don’t have to fake calm to be okay. I’m here to help you feel what’s real, unmask safely, and discover the next honest step forward.
(202) 900-3971 View (202) 900-3971
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Nancie E. Henley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, C-DBT
Online Only
I am a member of AASECT and am certified in DBT.
My approach to trauma recovery begins with relationship. I work through the lense of DBT, IFS, psychoanalytics, anti-oppressive change work and Buddhist psychology. We talk about the connections in our lives and how to heal, navigate, build, and resource more. We work towards building a life worth living and a life worth sharing with others.
I am a member of AASECT and am certified in DBT.
My approach to trauma recovery begins with relationship. I work through the lense of DBT, IFS, psychoanalytics, anti-oppressive change work and Buddhist psychology. We talk about the connections in our lives and how to heal, navigate, build, and resource more. We work towards building a life worth living and a life worth sharing with others.
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Infinite Zen Holistic Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ABS, LICSW, LCSW-S, CCATP, CST
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Is your relationship experiencing frequent conflict/arguing, issues with sex and intimacy or differences in sexual desire?
Areas of Specialty: LGBTQ/ non-monogamous relationships, infidelity, coming out KINK, Sex therapy Couple's Therapy, IFS, KINK, intimacy and sexuality, sacred sexuality, anxiety, work-related stress, grief, and loss. Each person/ couple/polycule is unique therefore, I use an individually tailored eclectic and flexible approach.
Is your relationship experiencing frequent conflict/arguing, issues with sex and intimacy or differences in sexual desire?
Areas of Specialty: LGBTQ/ non-monogamous relationships, infidelity, coming out KINK, Sex therapy Couple's Therapy, IFS, KINK, intimacy and sexuality, sacred sexuality, anxiety, work-related stress, grief, and loss. Each person/ couple/polycule is unique therefore, I use an individually tailored eclectic and flexible approach.
(202) 816-6098 View (202) 816-6098

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