Sex Therapists in Orange County, NC
Are your relationships or sex life struggling?
I am a white, queer, trans therapist. I help my clients build deeper relationships with themselves and others by exploring protective and hurt parts of themselves. I prioritize working with LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and folks within the polyamorous and BDSM/kink communities who often struggle to find knowledgeable and supportive mental health providers.
Are your relationships or sex life struggling?
I am a white, queer, trans therapist. I help my clients build deeper relationships with themselves and others by exploring protective and hurt parts of themselves. I prioritize working with LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and folks within the polyamorous and BDSM/kink communities who often struggle to find knowledgeable and supportive mental health providers.
Welcoming a new baby can be a joyous occasion, but it can also bring unexpected challenges. I'm Dr. Sara Rosenquist, a licensed psychologist dedicated to supporting new mothers and dads through the emotional complexities of postpartum depression. With a deep understanding of the unique struggles faced during this time, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for healing and growth.
Welcoming a new baby can be a joyous occasion, but it can also bring unexpected challenges. I'm Dr. Sara Rosenquist, a licensed psychologist dedicated to supporting new mothers and dads through the emotional complexities of postpartum depression. With a deep understanding of the unique struggles faced during this time, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for healing and growth.
I use a blend of techniques from emotionally-focused therapy, somatic psychotherapy, sex therapy, and yoga to work with both individuals and partners.
I am a queer, feminist, sex-positive therapist committed to creating a therapeutic space where all of the parts of you feel welcome and at ease. My practice is an affirming environment for folks of all genders and sexual identities. While I specialize in working with intimacy and sexuality, I also love to support people in work around self-love & resiliency.
I use a blend of techniques from emotionally-focused therapy, somatic psychotherapy, sex therapy, and yoga to work with both individuals and partners.
I am a queer, feminist, sex-positive therapist committed to creating a therapeutic space where all of the parts of you feel welcome and at ease. My practice is an affirming environment for folks of all genders and sexual identities. While I specialize in working with intimacy and sexuality, I also love to support people in work around self-love & resiliency.
I work with issues of alternative sexuality, gender dysphoria, relationships in all forms including relationships that are kink friendly and/or poly.
Lots of experience in varying situations, a wise, well trained therapist and awake human could be helpful in many situations. I view relationships as systems in the sense that we are all interconnected and all influenced by our connections to ourselves, our past, our traumas and our relationships. Good therapy can help things improve those connections. I
I work with issues of alternative sexuality, gender dysphoria, relationships in all forms including relationships that are kink friendly and/or poly.
Lots of experience in varying situations, a wise, well trained therapist and awake human could be helpful in many situations. I view relationships as systems in the sense that we are all interconnected and all influenced by our connections to ourselves, our past, our traumas and our relationships. Good therapy can help things improve those connections. I
As a sex and relationship therapist, I specialize in addressing sexual issues within the LGBTQ+ and kink communities, offering a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your identity and desires.
It's not easy being you in a world that so narrowly defines what it means to be "normal." There's so much pressure to conform. You might feel judged, misunderstood, or marginalized because of your LGBTQ+ identity or unique sexual expressions like BDSM, kink, or polyamory. These experiences can lead to isolation, communication barriers, and difficulties in finding accepting communities or partners who truly understand and respect your boundaries and desires. Let's work towards acceptance, self-love, and fulfilling relationships where you can be your authentic self.
As a sex and relationship therapist, I specialize in addressing sexual issues within the LGBTQ+ and kink communities, offering a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your identity and desires.
It's not easy being you in a world that so narrowly defines what it means to be "normal." There's so much pressure to conform. You might feel judged, misunderstood, or marginalized because of your LGBTQ+ identity or unique sexual expressions like BDSM, kink, or polyamory. These experiences can lead to isolation, communication barriers, and difficulties in finding accepting communities or partners who truly understand and respect your boundaries and desires. Let's work towards acceptance, self-love, and fulfilling relationships where you can be your authentic self.
I am a sex-positive clinician with specialized training in increasing “cliteracy” and working with sexual functioning concerns for clients of all sexual/gender identities.
“And how do you feel about that!?” ---Says every TV comedy-bit depicting therapy. In reality, it can be intimidating to share our true feelings with another person- especially with a (virtual) stranger. In therapy sessions, I therefore create a warm, safe, empathetic, non-judgmental, space to unpack your story. I view you as an expert on yourself and will encourage you to honor your own inner wisdom. I value processing your unique context and how intersectional identities and structures of oppression contribute to your distress. My goal is to illuminate the root causes of your pain and to help guide you towards healing and growth.
I am a sex-positive clinician with specialized training in increasing “cliteracy” and working with sexual functioning concerns for clients of all sexual/gender identities.
“And how do you feel about that!?” ---Says every TV comedy-bit depicting therapy. In reality, it can be intimidating to share our true feelings with another person- especially with a (virtual) stranger. In therapy sessions, I therefore create a warm, safe, empathetic, non-judgmental, space to unpack your story. I view you as an expert on yourself and will encourage you to honor your own inner wisdom. I value processing your unique context and how intersectional identities and structures of oppression contribute to your distress. My goal is to illuminate the root causes of your pain and to help guide you towards healing and growth.
I began with a specialty in Sex Therapy through TJU and have since expanded my practice to include a wide range of clients and experiences.
I especially enjoy working with quirky, creative, nerdy, and out-of-the-box individuals and couples. My approach draws from Emotionally Focused, Narrative, Mindfulness, and Cognitive-Behavioral therapies—with plenty of room for humor. Together, we’ll find the space just outside your comfort zone, where growth feels challenging but not overwhelming.
I began with a specialty in Sex Therapy through TJU and have since expanded my practice to include a wide range of clients and experiences.
I especially enjoy working with quirky, creative, nerdy, and out-of-the-box individuals and couples. My approach draws from Emotionally Focused, Narrative, Mindfulness, and Cognitive-Behavioral therapies—with plenty of room for humor. Together, we’ll find the space just outside your comfort zone, where growth feels challenging but not overwhelming.
Talking about intimacy isn’t always easy, especially when shameful narratives surrounding sexuality are a part of your story.
I take a person-centered and strengths-based approach to therapy, where we’ll explore your unique background and build on your existing resilience. I specialize in sexual dysfunction, chronic illness, kink and alternative relationship structures, and addressing concerns such as communication stuck points, infidelity, or a lack of connection in relationships.
Talking about intimacy isn’t always easy, especially when shameful narratives surrounding sexuality are a part of your story.
I take a person-centered and strengths-based approach to therapy, where we’ll explore your unique background and build on your existing resilience. I specialize in sexual dysfunction, chronic illness, kink and alternative relationship structures, and addressing concerns such as communication stuck points, infidelity, or a lack of connection in relationships.
Deciding to come to therapy can be difficult but deciding on sex therapy can be even harder.
I am a LQBTQ+ affirming, sex positive therapist who specializes in relationships, trauma, depression, anxiety, and more. I believe sex should be enjoyable for those who choose to engage, and intimacy, both emotional and physical, is healthy for us all. Through my work at Carolina Sexual Wellness Center, I strive to help you accomplish your intimacy goals.
Deciding to come to therapy can be difficult but deciding on sex therapy can be even harder.
I am a LQBTQ+ affirming, sex positive therapist who specializes in relationships, trauma, depression, anxiety, and more. I believe sex should be enjoyable for those who choose to engage, and intimacy, both emotional and physical, is healthy for us all. Through my work at Carolina Sexual Wellness Center, I strive to help you accomplish your intimacy goals.
Taking the first step towards therapy is hard, and taking that first step when your concerns are sex-related can feel even harder.
At Carolina Sexual Wellness Center, I work with clients of all demographics to address concerns related to sex, sexuality, or gender identity and any general mental health issues that may co-occur or be related to these issues. I strive to help clients pursue their goals and develop healthy sex lives in sex-positive, identity-affirming ways.
Taking the first step towards therapy is hard, and taking that first step when your concerns are sex-related can feel even harder.
At Carolina Sexual Wellness Center, I work with clients of all demographics to address concerns related to sex, sexuality, or gender identity and any general mental health issues that may co-occur or be related to these issues. I strive to help clients pursue their goals and develop healthy sex lives in sex-positive, identity-affirming ways.
Awakenings Counseling for Couples and Sex Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCMHC, AASECT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you need in-person or online couples counseling, sex therapy, or marriage counseling near you?
At Awakenings Counseling for Couples and Sex Therapy, we help you:
Rebuild trust, heal betrayal trauma, and repair after an affair.
End cycles of criticism, blame, stonewalling, and emotional distance.
Improve communication, deepen intimacy, and restore passion,
Overcome sexual dysfunction (ED, PE, DE, low libido, painful sex, vaginismus, anorgasmia.)
Do you need in-person or online couples counseling, sex therapy, or marriage counseling near you?
At Awakenings Counseling for Couples and Sex Therapy, we help you:
Rebuild trust, heal betrayal trauma, and repair after an affair.
End cycles of criticism, blame, stonewalling, and emotional distance.
Improve communication, deepen intimacy, and restore passion,
Overcome sexual dysfunction (ED, PE, DE, low libido, painful sex, vaginismus, anorgasmia.)
At Carolina Sexual Wellness Center, I work to create a safe, supportive space for clients to explore their sexuality, gender identity, and relationships without shame.
Culture and faith shape us—but they don’t have to define our limits. I’m Jasmine Warren, and I’m passionate about helping individuals and couples reconnect with themselves, their identities, and their relationships. As an African-American woman raised in strict Christian, conservative spaces, I understand how those influences can impact self-worth. That’s why I’m passionate about helping support individuals as heal, grow, and embrace who they are.
I also have experience in couples counseling, including LGBTQIA+ and polyamorous relationships, and am committed to offering poly-affirmative support to individuals & partners.
At Carolina Sexual Wellness Center, I work to create a safe, supportive space for clients to explore their sexuality, gender identity, and relationships without shame.
Culture and faith shape us—but they don’t have to define our limits. I’m Jasmine Warren, and I’m passionate about helping individuals and couples reconnect with themselves, their identities, and their relationships. As an African-American woman raised in strict Christian, conservative spaces, I understand how those influences can impact self-worth. That’s why I’m passionate about helping support individuals as heal, grow, and embrace who they are.
I also have experience in couples counseling, including LGBTQIA+ and polyamorous relationships, and am committed to offering poly-affirmative support to individuals & partners.
I am psychotherapist, sex therapist, couples therapist, and forensic psychosexual evaluator.
People often seek therapy to resolve past experiences and life complexities and the decision to enter therapy may carry feelings of ambivalence and uncertainty. I believe that therapy is most effective when persons are offered an environment that is inviting, attentive, collaborative, affirming, and safe. Subsequently, my goal is to provide a challenging, but non-judgmental and encouraging atmosphere for persons to explore concerns and difficulties as a means of achieving desired change.
I am psychotherapist, sex therapist, couples therapist, and forensic psychosexual evaluator.
People often seek therapy to resolve past experiences and life complexities and the decision to enter therapy may carry feelings of ambivalence and uncertainty. I believe that therapy is most effective when persons are offered an environment that is inviting, attentive, collaborative, affirming, and safe. Subsequently, my goal is to provide a challenging, but non-judgmental and encouraging atmosphere for persons to explore concerns and difficulties as a means of achieving desired change.
I also specialize in sex therapy and help folks with pelvic pain, mismatched libidos, difficulty orgasming, erectile dysfunction, and premature ejaculation.
I use an eclectic treatment approach, and I often draw from Emotion Focused Therapy, Gottman therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. If you don't know what any of those words mean, that's totally fine! I believe in demystifying the therapy process and helping people understand how each method creates change.
I also specialize in sex therapy and help folks with pelvic pain, mismatched libidos, difficulty orgasming, erectile dysfunction, and premature ejaculation.
I use an eclectic treatment approach, and I often draw from Emotion Focused Therapy, Gottman therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. If you don't know what any of those words mean, that's totally fine! I believe in demystifying the therapy process and helping people understand how each method creates change.
Life is hard, let’s talk about it—and maybe even laugh a little along the way. Building a strong therapeutic rapport is my top priority, because without that, real progress can’t happen. My approach combines evidence-based practices like ACT, Person-Centered Therapy, DBT and CBT all tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll create a space where you can make meaningful changes—without taking ourselves too seriously.
Life is hard, let’s talk about it—and maybe even laugh a little along the way. Building a strong therapeutic rapport is my top priority, because without that, real progress can’t happen. My approach combines evidence-based practices like ACT, Person-Centered Therapy, DBT and CBT all tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll create a space where you can make meaningful changes—without taking ourselves too seriously.
You’ve worked hard to create a comfortable life, but beneath it all, you continue to experience the weight of unresolved childhood trauma, anxiety, or disconnection in your relationships. Haven't you earned a space where you don’t have to hold it all together—a place to untangle old patterns, restore your confidence, and feel at peace with yourself? My work is personalized, discreet, and designed for lasting change. If you’re ready to invest in your healing and overall well-being, let's connect.
You’ve worked hard to create a comfortable life, but beneath it all, you continue to experience the weight of unresolved childhood trauma, anxiety, or disconnection in your relationships. Haven't you earned a space where you don’t have to hold it all together—a place to untangle old patterns, restore your confidence, and feel at peace with yourself? My work is personalized, discreet, and designed for lasting change. If you’re ready to invest in your healing and overall well-being, let's connect.
I work with executives, entrepreneurs and leaders who are struggling with relationship issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Many of my clients are high performers who have become successful despite a difficult childhood. If you are curious how therapy can help you reduce your suffering, improve your relationships, and help you heal from past traumas, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. I use elements of EMDR therapy in my approach. All individuals are welcome. I invite you to come as you are. I will respect, support, and encourage you during our time in therapy.
I work with executives, entrepreneurs and leaders who are struggling with relationship issues, addiction, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Many of my clients are high performers who have become successful despite a difficult childhood. If you are curious how therapy can help you reduce your suffering, improve your relationships, and help you heal from past traumas, I encourage you to reach out for a free consultation. I use elements of EMDR therapy in my approach. All individuals are welcome. I invite you to come as you are. I will respect, support, and encourage you during our time in therapy.
Areas of Interest: Shame Resilience; Relational, Developmental & Shock Trauma; PTSD; Life Transitions; Enhancing Relationships; Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss; Embodied Sexuality.
To mindfully awaken is to become conscious in the here and now while integrating all of our experiences before this moment in time. This practice of living courageously, authentically, with non-judgmental awareness, while embracing our worthiness, helps us live a fuller life. Specializing in psychotherapy with adults & couples, my therapeutic approach draws from Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, IFS- & DBT-informed therapy, as well as the research of Brené Brown. I am also a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator who works with couples at all stages of their relationship.
Areas of Interest: Shame Resilience; Relational, Developmental & Shock Trauma; PTSD; Life Transitions; Enhancing Relationships; Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss; Embodied Sexuality.
To mindfully awaken is to become conscious in the here and now while integrating all of our experiences before this moment in time. This practice of living courageously, authentically, with non-judgmental awareness, while embracing our worthiness, helps us live a fuller life. Specializing in psychotherapy with adults & couples, my therapeutic approach draws from Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, IFS- & DBT-informed therapy, as well as the research of Brené Brown. I am also a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator who works with couples at all stages of their relationship.
I am a clinical social worker specializing in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. I'm also passionate about helping adult children and their parents recover from relational trauma, establish healthy boundaries, and develop effective communication skills. I enjoy supporting current parents as well as folks at all stages of the family planning process.
I am a clinical social worker specializing in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. I'm also passionate about helping adult children and their parents recover from relational trauma, establish healthy boundaries, and develop effective communication skills. I enjoy supporting current parents as well as folks at all stages of the family planning process.
As a trauma-informed, yoga-certified therapist, my priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where mind and body can align in the healing process. I believe your story—past, present, and future—matters deeply. My approach combines mindful movement with therapeutic techniques to help you build self-awareness, confidence, and hope as you navigate your journey toward growth and healing.
As a trauma-informed, yoga-certified therapist, my priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where mind and body can align in the healing process. I believe your story—past, present, and future—matters deeply. My approach combines mindful movement with therapeutic techniques to help you build self-awareness, confidence, and hope as you navigate your journey toward growth and healing.
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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.