Sex Therapists in Louisville, KY
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist.
I work with many couples experiencing communication difficulties, recovering from an affair, or overall dissatisfaction in their relationship. I have a great deal of experience helping individuals and couples with parenting strategies, and enjoy working with teenagers facing a variety of difficulties.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist.
I work with many couples experiencing communication difficulties, recovering from an affair, or overall dissatisfaction in their relationship. I have a great deal of experience helping individuals and couples with parenting strategies, and enjoy working with teenagers facing a variety of difficulties.
Sex might feel like the last thing you want, or like another thing you’re “failing” at.
I specialize in working with women navigating the complex emotional terrain of pregnancy, postpartum, loss, and motherhood. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and rooted in deep healing, not quick fixes. I use EMDR and IFS to help you reconnect with your body, process what feels unresolved, and feel more grounded and confident in yourself.
Sex might feel like the last thing you want, or like another thing you’re “failing” at.
I specialize in working with women navigating the complex emotional terrain of pregnancy, postpartum, loss, and motherhood. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and rooted in deep healing, not quick fixes. I use EMDR and IFS to help you reconnect with your body, process what feels unresolved, and feel more grounded and confident in yourself.
Dr. C. Shawn Oak
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LMFT, CCS, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40243
Maybe sex and intimacy have become sources of tension, rejection, or avoidance.
When trust is broken, intimacy fades, or the same conflicts keep repeating, it can be hard to see a way forward. I help individuals and couples understand the patterns keeping them stuck, repair relationship wounds, improve communication, and rebuild trust, emotional connection, and sexual intimacy.
Maybe sex and intimacy have become sources of tension, rejection, or avoidance.
When trust is broken, intimacy fades, or the same conflicts keep repeating, it can be hard to see a way forward. I help individuals and couples understand the patterns keeping them stuck, repair relationship wounds, improve communication, and rebuild trust, emotional connection, and sexual intimacy.
I believe that you know your life best and that I am here as a companion as we move towards growth. I work collaboratively with my clients, holding compassion and my client's needs at the center of our work. I specialize in issues such as anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship struggles, ethical non monogamy, exploring sexual orientation/expression, kink, religious trauma, and working with those in the LGBTQIA+ community. My job as a therapist is to support, engage with empathy and wonder, offer hope, and acknowledge the stories and experiences clients express as they reflect.
I believe that you know your life best and that I am here as a companion as we move towards growth. I work collaboratively with my clients, holding compassion and my client's needs at the center of our work. I specialize in issues such as anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship struggles, ethical non monogamy, exploring sexual orientation/expression, kink, religious trauma, and working with those in the LGBTQIA+ community. My job as a therapist is to support, engage with empathy and wonder, offer hope, and acknowledge the stories and experiences clients express as they reflect.
Then, with my specialized lens, I am able to help clients get “unstuck” after years of no or low quality sex, desire discrepancies, medical issues that create disconnection, and pent up frustrations between partners.
As an AASECT certified sex therapist I offer tools, strategy, empathy, and evidence based interventions for all things related to relationships, intimacy and sex. I help couples manage low desire, shame, sexual trauma, ED, pain, anxiety, resentment, PTSD, & dalt & monogamous lifers move beyond “just” sex toward your GOALS for pleasure and positive touch.
Then, with my specialized lens, I am able to help clients get “unstuck” after years of no or low quality sex, desire discrepancies, medical issues that create disconnection, and pent up frustrations between partners.
As an AASECT certified sex therapist I offer tools, strategy, empathy, and evidence based interventions for all things related to relationships, intimacy and sex. I help couples manage low desire, shame, sexual trauma, ED, pain, anxiety, resentment, PTSD, & dalt & monogamous lifers move beyond “just” sex toward your GOALS for pleasure and positive touch.
I specialize in sex therapy - working with folks to help their sexual, intimate, and relational lives flourish.
I would be honored to support you in your journey towards healing and change. I believe that we thrive best in community, through self-love and learning. Together we can engage with your goals and strive for healthy patterns and relationships.
My services are offered in both English & Spanish, I would love to work with you!
I specialize in sex therapy - working with folks to help their sexual, intimate, and relational lives flourish.
I would be honored to support you in your journey towards healing and change. I believe that we thrive best in community, through self-love and learning. Together we can engage with your goals and strive for healthy patterns and relationships.
My services are offered in both English & Spanish, I would love to work with you!
I have been trained as a clinical social worker, addictions counselor, and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist.
I specialize in helping people understand the linkage between their past experiences and current behavior, establishing new patterns in relating to themselves, and regulating their emotions more effectively. I believe that no model of treating addictions is complete without addressing its roots in trauma and attachment injuries.
I have been trained as a clinical social worker, addictions counselor, and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist.
I specialize in helping people understand the linkage between their past experiences and current behavior, establishing new patterns in relating to themselves, and regulating their emotions more effectively. I believe that no model of treating addictions is complete without addressing its roots in trauma and attachment injuries.
My specialties include couples and sex therapy, working with individuals in STEM fields, trauma-focused therapy, and anxiety/panic disorders.
My specialty is working with couples, doing sex therapy, tackling anxiety and panic disorders, and working with individuals in STEM fields. While I frequently conduct traditional talk therapy, I also incorporate non-traditional methods such as therapy sessions during tennis/golf, walks in parks, and on-site exposure therapy for anxiety and panic disorders.
My specialties include couples and sex therapy, working with individuals in STEM fields, trauma-focused therapy, and anxiety/panic disorders.
My specialty is working with couples, doing sex therapy, tackling anxiety and panic disorders, and working with individuals in STEM fields. While I frequently conduct traditional talk therapy, I also incorporate non-traditional methods such as therapy sessions during tennis/golf, walks in parks, and on-site exposure therapy for anxiety and panic disorders.
Sex therapy is a specialty.
My practice provides compassionate, judgment-free care for individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in both identifying core issues and developing practical solutions across various dimensions of human connection.
For couples & individuals, we will address life's pivotal transitions, heal wounds from infidelity and trauma, transform conflicted communication patterns, &. navigate the complexities of parenting. My expertise extends deeply into the intimate/sexual realm, where I help individuals and partners explore challenges with desire, function, fulfillment, addiction and anxiety.
Sex therapy is a specialty.
My practice provides compassionate, judgment-free care for individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in both identifying core issues and developing practical solutions across various dimensions of human connection.
For couples & individuals, we will address life's pivotal transitions, heal wounds from infidelity and trauma, transform conflicted communication patterns, &. navigate the complexities of parenting. My expertise extends deeply into the intimate/sexual realm, where I help individuals and partners explore challenges with desire, function, fulfillment, addiction and anxiety.
Common presenting issues I treat include challenges around sexuality, relationship conflict and emotional disconnection, neurodivergent struggles, sensory differences, low desire, erectile dysfunction, communication challenges, desire discrepancy, sexual functioning concerns, sex and porn "addiction", orgasm concerns, painful sex, sexual shame, and trauma.
I work with individuals and couples who feel disconnected from themselves, their partners, or the intimacy they want in their lives. Many are thoughtful, reflective people who have tried to understand the problem on their own but still feel stuck. Some come in for relationship challenges, while others are navigating sexual concerns, shame, desire differences, or the unique ways autism shapes intimacy and connection. Together, we look beneath the surface to understand patterns, strengthen communication, and create relationships and sexual experiences that feel more authentic and fulfilling.
Common presenting issues I treat include challenges around sexuality, relationship conflict and emotional disconnection, neurodivergent struggles, sensory differences, low desire, erectile dysfunction, communication challenges, desire discrepancy, sexual functioning concerns, sex and porn "addiction", orgasm concerns, painful sex, sexual shame, and trauma.
I work with individuals and couples who feel disconnected from themselves, their partners, or the intimacy they want in their lives. Many are thoughtful, reflective people who have tried to understand the problem on their own but still feel stuck. Some come in for relationship challenges, while others are navigating sexual concerns, shame, desire differences, or the unique ways autism shapes intimacy and connection. Together, we look beneath the surface to understand patterns, strengthen communication, and create relationships and sexual experiences that feel more authentic and fulfilling.
I specialize in helping folks thrive in their sexual & intimate lives, gender identity, and relationship dynamics. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQ+, Consensual/Ethical Non-Monogamy, and Kink, and those healing in order to become their most authentic selves. I would be honored to work in a collaborative fashion with you to foster growth and change.
I specialize in helping folks thrive in their sexual & intimate lives, gender identity, and relationship dynamics. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQ+, Consensual/Ethical Non-Monogamy, and Kink, and those healing in order to become their most authentic selves. I would be honored to work in a collaborative fashion with you to foster growth and change.
Let's work together to sort through the things causing disruption in your everyday life including intimate relationships, sexuality, or general life transitions (starting or ending a relationship, coming out, exploring non-traditional relationships, etc.) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
I can help you manage distress around low libido, sexual pain, sexual shame, open relationships, kink, and many other sexual health topics. I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community committed to providing support to fellow members. I seek to hold a non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult conversations around sexuality and relationships.
Let's work together to sort through the things causing disruption in your everyday life including intimate relationships, sexuality, or general life transitions (starting or ending a relationship, coming out, exploring non-traditional relationships, etc.) I am committed to helping you move through anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and shame in order to help you increase connections with yourself and your community.
I can help you manage distress around low libido, sexual pain, sexual shame, open relationships, kink, and many other sexual health topics. I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community committed to providing support to fellow members. I seek to hold a non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult conversations around sexuality and relationships.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Kentucky. I specialize in couples' work and sexuality, and I have extensive experience with depression/anxiety, ADHD and trauma/EMDR. Clinical style is client-centered and reality based, with a certain dose of humor. Straight and LGBTQ communities are welcome. Fee is $100 per 50ish minute session with limited sliding scale fee available for some circumstances.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Kentucky. I specialize in couples' work and sexuality, and I have extensive experience with depression/anxiety, ADHD and trauma/EMDR. Clinical style is client-centered and reality based, with a certain dose of humor. Straight and LGBTQ communities are welcome. Fee is $100 per 50ish minute session with limited sliding scale fee available for some circumstances.
I specialize in anxiety; depression; eating disorders; relational issues; sex therapy and education, as well as helping folks work through general/sexual trauma using somatic or body-centered methods.
My approach to treatment is strengths-based & holistic, honoring the gifts & wisdom each client or family inherently brings to treatment. My work involves helping clients to feel safe enough to explore underlying feelings & emotions as we develop strategies; incorporate tools; & ultimately re-awaken hopes, dreams, & desires that didn't feel possible before.
I specialize in anxiety; depression; eating disorders; relational issues; sex therapy and education, as well as helping folks work through general/sexual trauma using somatic or body-centered methods.
My approach to treatment is strengths-based & holistic, honoring the gifts & wisdom each client or family inherently brings to treatment. My work involves helping clients to feel safe enough to explore underlying feelings & emotions as we develop strategies; incorporate tools; & ultimately re-awaken hopes, dreams, & desires that didn't feel possible before.
As a certified sexologist, I specialize in sex therapy, Christian sex therapy, couples counseling, and affair recovery counseling.
I have a passion for working with individuals and couples regarding sexual dysfunctions and traumas. If you experience pain, anxiety, or lack of desire, healing can begin now. If you struggle with pornography or other sexual addictions, recovery is possible.
As a certified sexologist, I specialize in sex therapy, Christian sex therapy, couples counseling, and affair recovery counseling.
I have a passion for working with individuals and couples regarding sexual dysfunctions and traumas. If you experience pain, anxiety, or lack of desire, healing can begin now. If you struggle with pornography or other sexual addictions, recovery is possible.
I specialize in sex therapy, helping clients and couples with sexual dysfunctions, intimacy concerns, and relationship challenges.
I believe the most meaningful therapy begins with a genuine connection between the therapist and client. My approach is warm, honest, and straightforward. I create a comfortable, judgment-free space where you can show up as you are, while also identifying and challenging patterns that may no longer serve you. I enjoy working with professionals, women, parents, and older adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, stress, burnout, and the demands of balancing work and family. Together, we can focus on healthier boundaries, improving communication, strengthening relationships, and creating a more sustainable balance in your everyday life.
I specialize in sex therapy, helping clients and couples with sexual dysfunctions, intimacy concerns, and relationship challenges.
I believe the most meaningful therapy begins with a genuine connection between the therapist and client. My approach is warm, honest, and straightforward. I create a comfortable, judgment-free space where you can show up as you are, while also identifying and challenging patterns that may no longer serve you. I enjoy working with professionals, women, parents, and older adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, stress, burnout, and the demands of balancing work and family. Together, we can focus on healthier boundaries, improving communication, strengthening relationships, and creating a more sustainable balance in your everyday life.
I specialize in complex relationship concerns, trauma, intimacy and sexuality, and major life transitions.
My work focuses on trauma resolution, relationship and couples therapy, life changes and struggles, and sex and sexuality, using a grounded, respectful, and non-judgmental approach. I am trained in Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma Incident Reduction (TIR), and Clinical Sexology. I am also sex-positive and kink-knowledgeable.
I specialize in complex relationship concerns, trauma, intimacy and sexuality, and major life transitions.
My work focuses on trauma resolution, relationship and couples therapy, life changes and struggles, and sex and sexuality, using a grounded, respectful, and non-judgmental approach. I am trained in Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma Incident Reduction (TIR), and Clinical Sexology. I am also sex-positive and kink-knowledgeable.
As a trauma specialist and sex therapy provider, those who seek to gain insight and process trauma(s) and current life stressors I am here to support you on that journey.
I offer counseling to clients and couples from all walks of life who have experienced trauma, personal stressors, sex/relationship issues and everything in between. As a client-centered doctor of clinical counseling, my clinical orientation is grounded in knowing my role is to help clients tap into their highest level of self actualization and functioning.
As a trauma specialist and sex therapy provider, those who seek to gain insight and process trauma(s) and current life stressors I am here to support you on that journey.
I offer counseling to clients and couples from all walks of life who have experienced trauma, personal stressors, sex/relationship issues and everything in between. As a client-centered doctor of clinical counseling, my clinical orientation is grounded in knowing my role is to help clients tap into their highest level of self actualization and functioning.
You might wish you could improve your sex life in your romantic relationships, or change your family and relationships interactions.
I am sex, relationship and trauma certified therapist who helps clients to explore their sexuality and find the right place for them. Some want to explore their traumas and history to be able to live a peaceful life. Some people looking for support to cope with their challenges and feel comfortable with who they are.
You might wish you could improve your sex life in your romantic relationships, or change your family and relationships interactions.
I am sex, relationship and trauma certified therapist who helps clients to explore their sexuality and find the right place for them. Some want to explore their traumas and history to be able to live a peaceful life. Some people looking for support to cope with their challenges and feel comfortable with who they are.
As a Sexual Health Alliance (SHA) Certified Sex Therapist, I specialize in sexual health, intimacy, and the impact of chronic health conditions on connection and pleasure.
Hi, I’m Ryan, the founder and clinical lead at Afterglow Behavioral and Sexual Health. I bring more than 20 years of clinical and non-clinical counseling, behavioral health, education, and human-services experience to my practice. I enjoy working with individuals and couples seeking deeper connection, healing, and confidence in themselves and their relationships. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected due to stress, life transitions, chronic health conditions, or mental health concerns. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space while providing practical tools and insight to help clients reach their therapeutic goals.
As a Sexual Health Alliance (SHA) Certified Sex Therapist, I specialize in sexual health, intimacy, and the impact of chronic health conditions on connection and pleasure.
Hi, I’m Ryan, the founder and clinical lead at Afterglow Behavioral and Sexual Health. I bring more than 20 years of clinical and non-clinical counseling, behavioral health, education, and human-services experience to my practice. I enjoy working with individuals and couples seeking deeper connection, healing, and confidence in themselves and their relationships. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected due to stress, life transitions, chronic health conditions, or mental health concerns. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space while providing practical tools and insight to help clients reach their therapeutic goals.
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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.