Sex Therapists in Missouri
Whitney B Ide Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
I welcome any problem a person is having, but have special interest and training in the areas of addiction (substances, gambling, sex, eating, gaming, etc.
Making the decision to seek help is the the first step towards living a healthier, happier life. The second step is finding the right therapist. I believe that success in therapy is dependent on the strength of the relationship between the counselor and client. I view myself as an advocate, a catalyst for change, and an objective sounding board, rather than an expert who can listen to your problems for an hour and then magically know how to run your life better than you do. You are the expert on you! My job is to help you learn how to help yourself.
I welcome any problem a person is having, but have special interest and training in the areas of addiction (substances, gambling, sex, eating, gaming, etc.
Making the decision to seek help is the the first step towards living a healthier, happier life. The second step is finding the right therapist. I believe that success in therapy is dependent on the strength of the relationship between the counselor and client. I view myself as an advocate, a catalyst for change, and an objective sounding board, rather than an expert who can listen to your problems for an hour and then magically know how to run your life better than you do. You are the expert on you! My job is to help you learn how to help yourself.
Kelley M Grbac
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-MO, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64111
I am a licensed clinical social worker and sexuality practitioner that is trained in working with people who have or are experiencing trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, crisis, relationship and sexual issues.
Have you been feeling stuck in your life or relationship. Feeling like maybe things could be better? Do you experience shame with your body and sexuality? You might wish to overcome the stigmas associated with that shame and live a more empowered life full of joy and pleasure. Have you experienced trauma in and around your personal life and relationships?
I am a licensed clinical social worker and sexuality practitioner that is trained in working with people who have or are experiencing trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, crisis, relationship and sexual issues.
Have you been feeling stuck in your life or relationship. Feeling like maybe things could be better? Do you experience shame with your body and sexuality? You might wish to overcome the stigmas associated with that shame and live a more empowered life full of joy and pleasure. Have you experienced trauma in and around your personal life and relationships?
Paul Busk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LCMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64055
I have experience working with families, individuals and adolescents struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, personality disorders and sexuality, using emotionally focused family therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Keeping passion and connection in relationships while also thriving as individuals is a goal that many of us have. Balancing these aspects of life can be difficult, especially when life stressors, mental or emotional disorders, or trauma present themselves. My goal is to help clients achieve their goals of connection and personal growth, while challenging them to act on the best parts of themselves. I am passionate about working with couples struggling with intimacy and desire issues. My approach in working with couples centers on differentiation based therapies and encourages both individual and couple growth.
I have experience working with families, individuals and adolescents struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, personality disorders and sexuality, using emotionally focused family therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Keeping passion and connection in relationships while also thriving as individuals is a goal that many of us have. Balancing these aspects of life can be difficult, especially when life stressors, mental or emotional disorders, or trauma present themselves. My goal is to help clients achieve their goals of connection and personal growth, while challenging them to act on the best parts of themselves. I am passionate about working with couples struggling with intimacy and desire issues. My approach in working with couples centers on differentiation based therapies and encourages both individual and couple growth.
Leslie Campbell-York
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MO 65202 (Online Only)
A sex-positive, kink-affirming, and ENM-affirming approach is my standard.
There is value in therapy for every individual. Therapeutic support is especially helpful for individuals who are marginalized by society. This includes (but is certainly not limited to) BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people in ethically non-monogamous relationships, and those of alternative faiths. Assistance is within reach for your concerns, including sexuality and relationships, self-discovery, and processing trauma.
A sex-positive, kink-affirming, and ENM-affirming approach is my standard.
There is value in therapy for every individual. Therapeutic support is especially helpful for individuals who are marginalized by society. This includes (but is certainly not limited to) BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people in ethically non-monogamous relationships, and those of alternative faiths. Assistance is within reach for your concerns, including sexuality and relationships, self-discovery, and processing trauma.
Aimee Hubbard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64055
Common reasons people seek me out include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-acceptance, shame, boundaries, communication, disconnect, low desire, infidelity, transition to parenthood, sex therapy, or navigating menopause.
Relationships face so many challenges, but I'm here to help couples navigate these ups and downs. In our sessions, I aim to offer expertise while honoring your lived experience. I take a trauma informed and non-judgmental approach that blends compassion with humor to help you find the best path forward. Embracing diversity and supporting the LGBTQ+ community are integral parts of my practice, ensuring that everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Beyond my formal education, I'm a lifelong learner that is committed to providing the best care.
Common reasons people seek me out include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-acceptance, shame, boundaries, communication, disconnect, low desire, infidelity, transition to parenthood, sex therapy, or navigating menopause.
Relationships face so many challenges, but I'm here to help couples navigate these ups and downs. In our sessions, I aim to offer expertise while honoring your lived experience. I take a trauma informed and non-judgmental approach that blends compassion with humor to help you find the best path forward. Embracing diversity and supporting the LGBTQ+ community are integral parts of my practice, ensuring that everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Beyond my formal education, I'm a lifelong learner that is committed to providing the best care.
Karen Banks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Clayton, MO 63117
I work with clients experiencing emotional, cultural, sexual health, and relationship concerns. We spend time processing your situation and feelings and finding solutions that work for you. I recognize each client is an individual and treat them as such. Let's work together to help you walk in your truth. I've completed all 3 levels of Gottman Method Couples Therapy training, Treating Affairs & Trauma, Couples and Addiction Recovery, CBT for Insomnia, and am enrolled in Sex Therapy Certification through SHA. I also enjoy working with people in poly and ethically non-monogamous relationships and individuals in the kink community.
I work with clients experiencing emotional, cultural, sexual health, and relationship concerns. We spend time processing your situation and feelings and finding solutions that work for you. I recognize each client is an individual and treat them as such. Let's work together to help you walk in your truth. I've completed all 3 levels of Gottman Method Couples Therapy training, Treating Affairs & Trauma, Couples and Addiction Recovery, CBT for Insomnia, and am enrolled in Sex Therapy Certification through SHA. I also enjoy working with people in poly and ethically non-monogamous relationships and individuals in the kink community.
Right Road Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, MAC, MCBQS
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Connecting with your counselor can create a relationship that can benefit you for a lifetime. We see individual, couples, and families in areas of addiction, sex therapy, kink conscious, trauma, life transitions, anger management, relationship issues, monogamy & ethical non-monogamy, grief, work issues, sex positivity, mood changes, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+, identity base trauma, feeling stuck, negative habits, grief, and co-parenting.
Connecting with your counselor can create a relationship that can benefit you for a lifetime. We see individual, couples, and families in areas of addiction, sex therapy, kink conscious, trauma, life transitions, anger management, relationship issues, monogamy & ethical non-monogamy, grief, work issues, sex positivity, mood changes, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+, identity base trauma, feeling stuck, negative habits, grief, and co-parenting.
Nicholas Maio-Aether
MAMFT, MSPSY, LBA, CSC, BCBA
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63139 (Online Only)
Sexual Behavior Analysis (SBA) is an evidence-based and humanistic approach in which empirically-sound best practices from Sex Therapy, Sexuality Education, and Couple's Work are combined and presented within the simple, effective, and practical framework of Behavior Analysis (BA).
Utilizing systemic principles and effective methodology, I work with clients of all backgrounds, sexualities, genders, and relationship dynamics. Clients come to me to work on sexual and/or sociosexual concerns, including low desire, infidelity, lack of partnership skills, poor impulsivity control, coming out, inner shame, exploring new dynamics and/or kinks, and also for vaginal pain and erectile dysfunction.
Sexual Behavior Analysis (SBA) is an evidence-based and humanistic approach in which empirically-sound best practices from Sex Therapy, Sexuality Education, and Couple's Work are combined and presented within the simple, effective, and practical framework of Behavior Analysis (BA).
Utilizing systemic principles and effective methodology, I work with clients of all backgrounds, sexualities, genders, and relationship dynamics. Clients come to me to work on sexual and/or sociosexual concerns, including low desire, infidelity, lack of partnership skills, poor impulsivity control, coming out, inner shame, exploring new dynamics and/or kinks, and also for vaginal pain and erectile dysfunction.
Holly Hemphill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, DAACS
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
My combined expertise and experience in marriage and family therapy combined with sex therapy is rare in couples counseling, and provides my clients with unique solutions to relationship and sexual problems.
Everybody has periods in their lives where they find themselves struggling with the circumstances of life. I offer an environment that can address these issues and answers can be found in a positive and supportive atmosphere. Working on improving communication, intimacy and connection can help breathe life into your relationship, and I look forward to contributing to that journey. That journey may include the use of talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and emotionally focused therapy.
My combined expertise and experience in marriage and family therapy combined with sex therapy is rare in couples counseling, and provides my clients with unique solutions to relationship and sexual problems.
Everybody has periods in their lives where they find themselves struggling with the circumstances of life. I offer an environment that can address these issues and answers can be found in a positive and supportive atmosphere. Working on improving communication, intimacy and connection can help breathe life into your relationship, and I look forward to contributing to that journey. That journey may include the use of talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and emotionally focused therapy.
Monica Houttuin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, Sex, Therapi
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union, MO 63084
Monica Houttuin is nationally certified sex therapy and a trained couples therapist.
Are you disconnected from your partner and frustrated or worse pained at feeling like just roommates, either icy or too spicey (and not the good kind)? Are you struggling to hang on in crisis? You have so much on the line, help and healing are possible and treatment for your broken hearts is within reach and available to you. Heal your hurting relationship and keep your family and partner. Why suffer any longer when you can heal your hearts, build a bridge of connection to just feel happy again. Scientific methods that heal and transform couples in days, weeks not years of work.
Monica Houttuin is nationally certified sex therapy and a trained couples therapist.
Are you disconnected from your partner and frustrated or worse pained at feeling like just roommates, either icy or too spicey (and not the good kind)? Are you struggling to hang on in crisis? You have so much on the line, help and healing are possible and treatment for your broken hearts is within reach and available to you. Heal your hurting relationship and keep your family and partner. Why suffer any longer when you can heal your hearts, build a bridge of connection to just feel happy again. Scientific methods that heal and transform couples in days, weeks not years of work.
Angela Cochneuer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CST
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64119
I am a sex positive therapist who specializes in trauma, queer and trans life, kink, sexual dysfunction, neurodivergence, different types of relationship structures, perinatal/birth/reproductive wellness, perfectionism, control, attachment, trust, identity, vulnerability, grief, personality disorders, authenticity, and narcissism and narcissistic healing.
What it’s like to come in for therapy? Therapy is about sharing vulnerability that you may not have experienced before, or at least not experienced positively before. We’re not friends, but we have a connection that we build that is professionally intimate and caring. Therapy is about analysis and making meaning of things that you have gone through and are presently dealing with. Sometimes that presents challenges to a person, things that are occurring with us are tough to look at and face- that’s why I’m here. I will help you look at things that are hard to take in and help you to either accept and appreciate or accept and change.
I am a sex positive therapist who specializes in trauma, queer and trans life, kink, sexual dysfunction, neurodivergence, different types of relationship structures, perinatal/birth/reproductive wellness, perfectionism, control, attachment, trust, identity, vulnerability, grief, personality disorders, authenticity, and narcissism and narcissistic healing.
What it’s like to come in for therapy? Therapy is about sharing vulnerability that you may not have experienced before, or at least not experienced positively before. We’re not friends, but we have a connection that we build that is professionally intimate and caring. Therapy is about analysis and making meaning of things that you have gone through and are presently dealing with. Sometimes that presents challenges to a person, things that are occurring with us are tough to look at and face- that’s why I’m here. I will help you look at things that are hard to take in and help you to either accept and appreciate or accept and change.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63130
Sexuality should be celebrated! Society often makes it difficult for people to express themselves in this way, and therefore I try to offer a space for clients to freely explore all aspects of their sexuality without judgement. In my practice, I work collaboratively with clients to develop sexual communication skills, process shame associated with sexuality, and learn how to practice safer (more pleasurable) sex. I have experience with many types of clients, including LGBTQ+ people, femme-people, sex workers, and people discovering themselves later in life.
Sexuality should be celebrated! Society often makes it difficult for people to express themselves in this way, and therefore I try to offer a space for clients to freely explore all aspects of their sexuality without judgement. In my practice, I work collaboratively with clients to develop sexual communication skills, process shame associated with sexuality, and learn how to practice safer (more pleasurable) sex. I have experience with many types of clients, including LGBTQ+ people, femme-people, sex workers, and people discovering themselves later in life.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT, AASECT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chesterfield, MO 63017
I am a nationally Certified Sex Therapist with AASECT.
I love working with best friends who are trying to get their sexual spark back. Many of my clients have been together for years and actually get along pretty well. They have good communication, they are partnered well and they treat each other with respect. However, they struggle to want to have sex with one another. They love each other and enjoy each other's time, but they struggle to take sexual chances, try new things and have fun in the bedroom. They essentially have "friend zoned" each other. My work is to help give these couples that special nudge to make sex a priority and enjoy sex again as a team.
I am a nationally Certified Sex Therapist with AASECT.
I love working with best friends who are trying to get their sexual spark back. Many of my clients have been together for years and actually get along pretty well. They have good communication, they are partnered well and they treat each other with respect. However, they struggle to want to have sex with one another. They love each other and enjoy each other's time, but they struggle to take sexual chances, try new things and have fun in the bedroom. They essentially have "friend zoned" each other. My work is to help give these couples that special nudge to make sex a priority and enjoy sex again as a team.
Ginger Holczer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Springfield, MO 65804
As a licensed psychologist, I provide adult individual and couples therapy. I specialize in treating people who may need to change unhealthy patterns in their life, improve their relationships, explore life events that are affecting well-being, discover past issues that may be causing difficulty, and many other issues. Although I work with clients who have many different types of problems, I am also an AASECT-certified sex therapist and work with sexual health concerns. I welcome LGBT clients.
As a licensed psychologist, I provide adult individual and couples therapy. I specialize in treating people who may need to change unhealthy patterns in their life, improve their relationships, explore life events that are affecting well-being, discover past issues that may be causing difficulty, and many other issues. Although I work with clients who have many different types of problems, I am also an AASECT-certified sex therapist and work with sexual health concerns. I welcome LGBT clients.
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Saint Louis, MO 63108
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Lynn M. Schirk
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, CST, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Springfield, MO 65804
I am an EMDR practitioner and Certified Sex Therapist.
Belief: life is comprised of a multitude of experiences each shaping who we are and how we engage in the world around us. We have the ability to re-evaluate and transform difficult or traumatic experiences into something new, creating a more whole self. This takes work, a desire to self-reflect, and at times, move toward change.
I am an EMDR practitioner and Certified Sex Therapist.
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Rachel Benson
MEd, BCBA, LBA, CSE
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63139 (Online Only)
Sexual Behavior Analysis (SBA) is an evidence-based and humanistic approach which uses empirically-sound practices from Sex Therapy and Sexuality Education.
I work with clients of all backgrounds, sexualities, genders and relationship dynamics. Utilizing effective methodology, I work with clients on sexual and/or sociosexual concerns, including low desire, vaginal pain, poor impulsivity control, coming out, inner shame and exploring new dynamics and/or kinks.
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Carolyn Tinker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367
Waitlist for new clients
I have also attained certificates in Marriage and Family Therapy and Christian Sex Therapy.
Carolyn operates from a systems way of thinking. I believe that there are many aspects that can affect each individual and exploring these aspects best helps the individual. I use therapies such as CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, EFT with couples and other modalities. I work with children ages 10+, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, divorce, marital separation, premarital counseling, marriage counseling, sexual issues including addiction, affairs, pornography, abuse and LGBTQ+, grief and other situations that may arise.
I have also attained certificates in Marriage and Family Therapy and Christian Sex Therapy.
Carolyn operates from a systems way of thinking. I believe that there are many aspects that can affect each individual and exploring these aspects best helps the individual. I use therapies such as CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, EFT with couples and other modalities. I work with children ages 10+, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, divorce, marital separation, premarital counseling, marriage counseling, sexual issues including addiction, affairs, pornography, abuse and LGBTQ+, grief and other situations that may arise.
Steven J Fields
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CFT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63101 (Online Only)
I am a sex therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and Virginia, who is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Family Counselor (CFT), and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
As we live, we write the stories of our lives. Sometimes the pen gets too heavy. Sometimes we don’t know where to start… or how to continue. And then there’s writer’s block, the faltering of the creative process somewhere in our hearts, our minds, our bodies producing dis-orders and dis-eases. Maybe you have lost a Loved one. Maybe you’re starting a new relationship. Maybe you want a new job. Maybe you just want change. I believe the remedy is in the beliefs/feelings, thoughts, and behaviors fueling the writer’s block or dis-ease, and I am a dis-ease specialist.
I am a sex therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and Virginia, who is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Family Counselor (CFT), and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
As we live, we write the stories of our lives. Sometimes the pen gets too heavy. Sometimes we don’t know where to start… or how to continue. And then there’s writer’s block, the faltering of the creative process somewhere in our hearts, our minds, our bodies producing dis-orders and dis-eases. Maybe you have lost a Loved one. Maybe you’re starting a new relationship. Maybe you want a new job. Maybe you just want change. I believe the remedy is in the beliefs/feelings, thoughts, and behaviors fueling the writer’s block or dis-ease, and I am a dis-ease specialist.
Christina McDowell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LSCSW, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110 (Online Only)
I am a nationally certified sex therapist.
Therapy is a collaboration where we discover creative solutions to your problems, find strong clarity, and discover your truth and powerful, inner voice. I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit and the ability we all have to rise above adversity and intentionally craft our lives. My approach is eclectic and I use solution-focused, evidence-based methods in addition to traditional modalities such as mindfulness and mind/body techniques. Therapy isn't about finding out what is "wrong" with you. At the heart of it, it is about learning, understanding, and discovering the beauty and courage that has been inside all along.
I am a nationally certified sex therapist.
Therapy is a collaboration where we discover creative solutions to your problems, find strong clarity, and discover your truth and powerful, inner voice. I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit and the ability we all have to rise above adversity and intentionally craft our lives. My approach is eclectic and I use solution-focused, evidence-based methods in addition to traditional modalities such as mindfulness and mind/body techniques. Therapy isn't about finding out what is "wrong" with you. At the heart of it, it is about learning, understanding, and discovering the beauty and courage that has been inside all along.