Sex Therapy in Portland, OR
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Helen Zwiebel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Specialties: Consensual/Ethical Non-Monogamy,
Sex
and Relationship Issues, BDSM/Kink, Body Positivity, Desire Discrepancies, Consent, Pain Management, and SPMI.
My private practice is focused on helping people curious about and/or practicing consensual/ethical non-monogamy, solo poly, relationship anarchy, and any alternative relationship style. I am BDSM/kink-aware and LGBTQIA+ friendly.
Not accepting new clients

Melika Biglarpour-Watson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I'm attending a
sex therapy
certification program through the California Institute of Integral Studies.
Have you been experiencing anxiety, frequently worrying, sadness, grief, the stress of change, a new transition, & adversity? Are you struggling with
sexuality
, identity, sexual challenges, relationship issues, difficulty communicating, & lack of connection? Do you feel stuck, lost, or discouraged from experiences of violence (verbal, physical, emotional), sexual assault, & family-related issues? I work with individuals & couples ages 18 & up, of all races, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, SES, immigration status, & cultural background.

Leah Haas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
With over 12 years of experience in the field of
sexuality
education and a passion for
sex therapy
, I specialize in supporting clients address intimacy, desire, healthy relationships, sexual orientation, gender identity, sexual trauma, and any other
sexuality
related topics.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, creative, and compassionate. My goal is to create a safe and warm space so each client feels comfortable sharing what's on their mind and in their heart. This may include diving into trauma, grief, and other challenging life experiences that prevent a person from feeling at peace and operating at their highest potential. The philosophy that guides my work is that everyone has the inner wisdom needed to thrive. My role is to help clients access this inner wisdom so they can heal, grow and live the fulfilling life they are seeking.
Portland, OR 97205
& Online

Janean Vedova
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, MCFT, LMFTI, #R4539
Verified
Verified
I love working with folks and helping them build emotional connections, explore
sex
and physical intimacy, strengthen relational bonds, identify what is important for them and what they need to be different for a happier and healthier existence, speak honestly and directly and move through what is hard.
Maintaining connection with those close to us can be difficult. I understand the complexities of relationships and how challenging they can be at times. As you know all relationships require maintenance and care, and I can help you navigate the complexities of your unique relationships so those relationships feel healthy for you. I work with individuals, couples and families around what is difficult for them in the moment. I have experience working with people through a variety of issues and with people from all walks of life.
Waitlist for new clients

Heather Leilani Simpson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A
Verified
Verified
Whether you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other concerns, you deserve a therapist who will be open and supportive yet willing to challenge you gently when needed. With an approach that combines connection and boundaries, we can work together to help you find the agency you need to move through life with pleasure. I specialize in working with BIPOC, LGTBQIA, Polyamory/Non-Monogamous, and Kink/BDSM communities to provide comprehensive, evidence based, trauma informed,
sex
positive therapy, that meets the needs of sexual marginalized populations.

Kate McNulty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Certified in Negotiation & Mediation, Certified in Scientifically-Based Couples Therapy through the Gottman Institute in Seattle, also AASECT certified as a
Sex
Therapist.
Online therapy in OR, WA, ME, NY & FL. I use a down-to-earth approach and provide active, engaged therapy with plenty of feedback. The best help I provide is often through raising thoughtful questions. Clients appreciate the handouts and other suggestions for resources we use. I especially enjoy helping people with relationship improvement and making relationship decisions. I use a systematic approach to these concerns and you can expect results. I'm sorry to say it can be difficult to arrange free phone consultations, but please email me and I will promptly provide details. My books: Love and Asperger's, Parenting Adult Children.
Not accepting new clients

Jane Meskill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Why not feel better, understand more, find avenues of communication in your relationships, improve your
sex
life, get rid of your depression and anxiety? Real change often takes courage, time and trust but it's not as hard as you think. My clients find I understand them quickly and we seek insight and solutions together. Clients want to be unstuck, to be more conscious, to be more content and to be more mindful. Clarity, problem solving, finding one's authentic path, having more intimacy and being happy are some of the results of therapy. SEE A VIDIO OF JANE. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojWA9NFKoNk

Anissa Bahrenburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am currently enrolled in an advanced certification program for Relationship and
Sex Therapy
at the Modern
Sex Therapy
Institute and I'm working towards AASECT certification.
Hi, I'm Anissa, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Oregon. Thank you for finding me, I'm excited to explore the work that we can do together. I am fortunate to do work that I love. I think that therapy is one of the greatest gifts that you can give yourself. It is an investment of time, money and most of all energy in yourself. You are worth it and you can do the work! I offer
Sex
& Relationship Therapy as well as Clinical Supervision. I work for a trauma informed and strengths based perspective. I believe that you are resilient, strong and wise. I am present-focused and have a collaborative and direct approach.

Sexuality and Gender Specialist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Understanding of Queer, Trans, Kink, Poly,
Sex
Positive and BDSM lifestyles.
You can find a safe space with therapy when you can find it nowhere else. Finding trustworthy professionals to help you with intimate issues is embarrassing and difficult. This is my most important skill, something not learned in school: unconditional positive acceptance and honest, non-threatening communication about intimate problems. Here you will find sensitivity to private behaviors which are regarded with non-judgmental acceptance and respect, never shame nor intolerance.

Dica Marie Dietzschold
LPC Intern, MSCP
Verified
Verified
I have a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology (MSCP) with a focus on human
sexuality
and trauma therapy.
I am a
sex
-positive therapist working with individuals with a focus on sexual healing and intimacy within relationships of all kinds, including poly and kink identified people and groups as well as monogamous couples. I enjoy working within the LGBT+ community including young people ages 14 and up with issues of gender identity and forming healthy
sexuality
.

Heidi Swartzmiller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have a Master’s Degree in Marriage, Couples, and Family Therapy from Lewis and Clark with a focus on International Families and
Sex Therapy
.
Welcome! I enjoy working with individuals and couples, and walking alongside them in their healing. I believe therapy is a collaborative experience between the family and therapist, that each client has the resiliency and resources they need already within, and that it is our job to uncover them. My work with clients considers biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing relational distress,
sex
concerns, infertility/pregnancy issues, transracial/transnational family dynamics, processing trauma, religion and spirituality, body-image concerns, or low self esteem.

Kristina Barnett
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I bring an intersectional feminist, anti-racist, LGBTQIA2+-affirming,
sex
-positive perspective to the therapy process.
I'm so glad you found me! Whether you are struggling with relationship issues or experiencing anxiety and depression symptoms, I am here to help. Many of our human struggles emerge from troubled connections with significant people in our lives or with ourselves. Together, we will explore and change the patterns in your life that are getting in the way of your peace and well-being by cultivating a sense of safety and healthy boundaries.

Sarah Sumner
Clinical Social Worker Associate, C-YT
Verified
Verified
From personal and professional experience I know how hard it can be to navigate difficult circumstances without support- and I’m so glad you’re here. I enjoy working with a range of clients and specialize in assisting individuals and couples who are neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, and/or adult survivors of complex trauma and their partners navigate anxiety, depression, communication issues, and cultivate healthy
sexuality
. I am also kink/BDSM affirming and poly/ethical non-monogamy affirming.

Seth Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT
Verified
Verified
I use humor, empathy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people struggling with issues ranging from anxiety and depression to trauma, co-dependency and
sex
& love addiction / compulsivity.
I help individuals and couples clarify and strengthen their relationship goals. Learning how to build more satisfying relationships leads to lasting change and empowerment. Old, less helpful ways of thinking are replaced with new, more realistic ideas of self-acceptance and how to rely on others. The result is a clearer picture of one's strengths, limitations, and belonging in the world.

Andrea J. Wright Johnston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
We work to create new awareness, new knowledge and new possibilities. You can have an empowered family and a happy state of mind through therapy. I work with individuals and families to build harmony and health in their relationships. I specialize in
sex therapy
and am an effective life coach. I approach each person and family with attention to mental and physical health, with consideration to relational, social and spiritual influences.
Not accepting new clients

Trisha Nozumi
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, QMHP
Verified
Verified
I am currently working towards an AASECT
sex therapy
certification.
As a therapist, my approach is grounded in empathy, compassion, and person-centered counseling. I don’t believe that therapy is a “one size fits all,” and I utilize a variety of methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Attachment Theory to provide an approach that will fit your individual needs.

Terra Anderson
LPC Intern, MA, R-DMT
Verified
Verified
As a somatic
sex
therapist, I help you tap into what your body needs to relax, unfurl, and connect to pleasure.
So... you want more ease, confidence and connection in your intimate relationships? You want to feel more awake to pleasure, present in your body, and clear about what you want and how to ask for it. Are you ready find more freedom in your
sex
life without feeling weighed down by shame, fear, or the past? If you're looking for a queer, trans, poly-experienced, kink-affirming, and somatically-oriented counselor to help you navigate the hard stuff on your path towards your most empowered sexual expression - I'm here for you.

Jessica Moran
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a certified
sex
therapist that focus on sexual satisfaction for adults and couples.
You are successful. Others often make comments about how "perfect your life is" because from the outside they see someone with a perfect marriage, great kids, and a wonderful job. But on the inside you feel anything but perfect. You are struggling to keep your head above water, you haven't felt connected to your spouse in months,
sex
has disappeared and you no longer have the energy to even try to initiate intimacy. You're frustrated with most or all areas of your life and feel like you have no one to turn to that will understand.

Marriage and Relationship Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MA, MBA
Verified
Verified
I have completed both Masters and PhD Level training in Relationship and
Sex
Counseling and Post-Doctoral training with Drs.
Hello, my name is Steven Cohn. Since the onset of Covid 19 I am currently conducting all of my couples sessions via teleconferencing. I meet with couples who live anywhere in Oregon, including Bend, Eugene, and Ashland. My clients are reporting that our online sessions feel just as meaningful and productive as our in-office sessions. If love, intimacy, and passion has faded from your relationship, then I'm here to help. Poor communications, financial problems, low sexual desire, blending a family, child rearing, an affair, in-laws, and/or health concerns can slowly erode relationship vitality in even the most loving unions.

Dr. Marisol G Westberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a board certified sexologist and a licensed couples therapist. I maintain a private practice with a focus on
sex therapy
in Portland, Oregon. I have been a therapist for 10 years. I am
sex
-positive and specialize in
sex therapy
that is inclusive of alternative relationships and erotic minorities. My areas of expertise are intimate relationships, pleasure, infidelity, sexual desire discrepancies, lack of desire, difficulties with orgasm, difficulties with erections and orgasm, pain and discomfort in
sex
, alternative sexualities and lifestyles, sexual abuse and violence. My approach in therapy is one that is positive, validating, and nurturing.
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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.