Sex Therapists in Sherwood, OR
Whether the topic is sex, finances, or who's doing the dishes next, communication is key to understanding why we feel like we are going down the same roads we have been down before.
I practice emotion focused therapy, which means I ask the standard questions of "how does that make you feel?" On a deeper level I believe our communication is affected by our emotions and often times those emotions are not spoken or addressed. This helps on multiple levels to increase couple's connections and satisfaction in their relationships.
Whether the topic is sex, finances, or who's doing the dishes next, communication is key to understanding why we feel like we are going down the same roads we have been down before.
I practice emotion focused therapy, which means I ask the standard questions of "how does that make you feel?" On a deeper level I believe our communication is affected by our emotions and often times those emotions are not spoken or addressed. This helps on multiple levels to increase couple's connections and satisfaction in their relationships.
I am LGBTQIA+ allied, sex positive, kink positive, and integrate cultural awareness into my professional practices.
Accepting New Clients, in-person or virtual. Couples, families and individuals. I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern at The Hope Connection Counseling. I offer support around communication concerns, intimacy issues, and family dynamic struggles. Whether you are single, just beginning a relationship, or 20 years in, understanding our patterns and behaviors, and what motivates and informs them, is key to fostering deeper connections and creating healthier more fulfilling relationships! I have experience working with clients of all ages, navigating work-life balance, parenthood, aging, and sexual health.
I am LGBTQIA+ allied, sex positive, kink positive, and integrate cultural awareness into my professional practices.
Accepting New Clients, in-person or virtual. Couples, families and individuals. I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern at The Hope Connection Counseling. I offer support around communication concerns, intimacy issues, and family dynamic struggles. Whether you are single, just beginning a relationship, or 20 years in, understanding our patterns and behaviors, and what motivates and informs them, is key to fostering deeper connections and creating healthier more fulfilling relationships! I have experience working with clients of all ages, navigating work-life balance, parenthood, aging, and sexual health.
You are doing "all the right things," and yet you continue to feel unfulfilled, anxious - in your relationships, sex life, in your work.
I offer in depth, somatic-oriented psychotherapy. My work draws on depth psychology, archetypal patterns and personal rituals, and relational and feminist approaches to therapy. My approach weaves together interventions from evidence based practices, like Internal Family Systems and Nonviolent Communication.
You are doing "all the right things," and yet you continue to feel unfulfilled, anxious - in your relationships, sex life, in your work.
I offer in depth, somatic-oriented psychotherapy. My work draws on depth psychology, archetypal patterns and personal rituals, and relational and feminist approaches to therapy. My approach weaves together interventions from evidence based practices, like Internal Family Systems and Nonviolent Communication.
I help couples, adults and teens navigate issues like trauma, depression/anxiety, intimacy issues, and ADHD using techniques such as EMDR and Gottman Method.
I help couples, adults and teens navigate issues like trauma, depression/anxiety, intimacy issues, and ADHD using techniques such as EMDR and Gottman Method.
Bringing you affordable, confidential, and comprehensive services locally. We are an independent behavioral agency providing dual diagnosis and treatment services. Board certified and Licensed. I meet you where you are in life. My goal is to help you to identify paths to achieve personal goals, recovery, and life balance. Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. I believe in compassionate and respectful person-centered care.
Bringing you affordable, confidential, and comprehensive services locally. We are an independent behavioral agency providing dual diagnosis and treatment services. Board certified and Licensed. I meet you where you are in life. My goal is to help you to identify paths to achieve personal goals, recovery, and life balance. Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. I believe in compassionate and respectful person-centered care.
Sometimes when we experience stress, loss or life transitions we can feel overwhelmed, alone and stuck. Therapy can offer you a safe space where you can become unstuck and evolve into You. In the therapeutic setting, I strive to provide a nonjudgmental, empathetic and supportive environment in which individuals can explore their hurts, struggles, hopes and dreams. Individuals will also gain skills, insight, and perspective which promote relief, healing and personal growth. Treatment is tailored specifically for you as there is "no one size fits all" when it comes to individual differences.
Sometimes when we experience stress, loss or life transitions we can feel overwhelmed, alone and stuck. Therapy can offer you a safe space where you can become unstuck and evolve into You. In the therapeutic setting, I strive to provide a nonjudgmental, empathetic and supportive environment in which individuals can explore their hurts, struggles, hopes and dreams. Individuals will also gain skills, insight, and perspective which promote relief, healing and personal growth. Treatment is tailored specifically for you as there is "no one size fits all" when it comes to individual differences.
I welcome children, individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship conflicts, parenting, depression, anxiety, trauma, life stress & balance, developing sexual health, or personal identity. I was a teacher for many years and welcome children ages 3 and up for play therapy to help them communicate their inner experiences as they learn new skills and practice new ways of coping.
I welcome children, individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship conflicts, parenting, depression, anxiety, trauma, life stress & balance, developing sexual health, or personal identity. I was a teacher for many years and welcome children ages 3 and up for play therapy to help them communicate their inner experiences as they learn new skills and practice new ways of coping.
Immediate availability...
Life can be really hard sometimes and leave us feeling like we don't have the tools we need to keep our head above water. At some points in life we may need someone to support us who can offer a calm, non-judgmental listening ear, validate our experience, and offer effective tools at the right time in our process. I work with clients who are processing various types of trauma as well as those struggling with anxiety, depression and life transitions. I am also a single mother of a child with ASD and am passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals.
Immediate availability...
Life can be really hard sometimes and leave us feeling like we don't have the tools we need to keep our head above water. At some points in life we may need someone to support us who can offer a calm, non-judgmental listening ear, validate our experience, and offer effective tools at the right time in our process. I work with clients who are processing various types of trauma as well as those struggling with anxiety, depression and life transitions. I am also a single mother of a child with ASD and am passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals.
Welcome! Sometimes it can be difficult to begin therapy. My desire is to be a resource and safe place for you to explore your needs. I am humbled on a daily basis by the bravery and strength of my clients. Your health and mental well-being are my highest priority as you begin this journey towards help and healing. To help this process, I offer free, 20 minute consultations. This is an opportunity for you to get to know me and for us to explore your goals for therapy further. It is an honor to be a part of this process with you and I look forward to hearing from you!
Welcome! Sometimes it can be difficult to begin therapy. My desire is to be a resource and safe place for you to explore your needs. I am humbled on a daily basis by the bravery and strength of my clients. Your health and mental well-being are my highest priority as you begin this journey towards help and healing. To help this process, I offer free, 20 minute consultations. This is an opportunity for you to get to know me and for us to explore your goals for therapy further. It is an honor to be a part of this process with you and I look forward to hearing from you!
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Have you had desires of what your sex life or relationships could look like, but never known how to make that a reality?
I specialize in working with adult individuals and partners navigating sexuality, identity and relationships. I offer you a warm and open space to explore your goals and desires, paired with extensive training in sex therapy. You can expect an open, supportive, and curious ear, as well as someone who will challenge, encourage and educate.
Have you had desires of what your sex life or relationships could look like, but never known how to make that a reality?
I specialize in working with adult individuals and partners navigating sexuality, identity and relationships. I offer you a warm and open space to explore your goals and desires, paired with extensive training in sex therapy. You can expect an open, supportive, and curious ear, as well as someone who will challenge, encourage and educate.
As an experienced therapist, specializing in working with couples and women for the last 14-years, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate relationship challenges, address intimacy and sexuality issues, and improve emotional connections.
Do you want to build stronger emotional connections with partners, friends, and family members? Are you wanting a life that is fulfilling because you have created a robust sense of self and vibrant relationships? …Let’s get started!
As an experienced therapist, specializing in working with couples and women for the last 14-years, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate relationship challenges, address intimacy and sexuality issues, and improve emotional connections.
Do you want to build stronger emotional connections with partners, friends, and family members? Are you wanting a life that is fulfilling because you have created a robust sense of self and vibrant relationships? …Let’s get started!
I earned a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Multnomah University in 2012 and have received extensive training in sex therapy since.
I use treatments theories such as Internal Family Systems, Attachment, and Developmental in conjunction with AEDP, Gestalt, interpersonal, CBT, EMDR and Solution-Focused Brief therapy techniques to treat the emotional and relational issues listed above. I also can offer spiritual counseling for those in the Christian faith or working through faith wounds.
I earned a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Multnomah University in 2012 and have received extensive training in sex therapy since.
I use treatments theories such as Internal Family Systems, Attachment, and Developmental in conjunction with AEDP, Gestalt, interpersonal, CBT, EMDR and Solution-Focused Brief therapy techniques to treat the emotional and relational issues listed above. I also can offer spiritual counseling for those in the Christian faith or working through faith wounds.
I maintain a private practice with a focus on sex therapy.
I am a former Assistant Professor in the MCFT Program at Lewis and Clark College. I coordinated the Sex Therapy Track for the program where I taught sex therapy classes and supervised students in their clinical training. I am the author of the book: "Pleasure: The Secret Ingredient in Happiness."
I maintain a private practice with a focus on sex therapy.
I am a former Assistant Professor in the MCFT Program at Lewis and Clark College. I coordinated the Sex Therapy Track for the program where I taught sex therapy classes and supervised students in their clinical training. I am the author of the book: "Pleasure: The Secret Ingredient in Happiness."
I also work with those in recovery from drug/alcohol addiction and their specific issues around sex and relationships.
There is no age at which sex becomes inappropriate. Conversely, in our hyper-sexual culture we often feel pressure to be something we are not. Sexually speaking we are better off accepting our authentic preferences. What is normal? I create a safe container to explore delicate topics and vulnerable feelings.
I also work with those in recovery from drug/alcohol addiction and their specific issues around sex and relationships.
There is no age at which sex becomes inappropriate. Conversely, in our hyper-sexual culture we often feel pressure to be something we are not. Sexually speaking we are better off accepting our authentic preferences. What is normal? I create a safe container to explore delicate topics and vulnerable feelings.
I specialize in sex therapy and helping people figure out where intimacy fits into their lives.
Are you an individual or couple looking for more fulfillment? I specialize in working with people to navigate change in their lives. Monogamous, poly, or open relationship my desire is to work towards your goals. I love working with couples developing healthy sexualities, LGBTQIA+ individuals developing their sexual and gender expression, and people on the journey of healing. I use a person-centered approach, with a whole lot of fun and humor, to authentically provide a space for a collaborative, non-judgmental relationship. Creating mindful awareness into your lived experience we gently build insight and address patterns.
I specialize in sex therapy and helping people figure out where intimacy fits into their lives.
Are you an individual or couple looking for more fulfillment? I specialize in working with people to navigate change in their lives. Monogamous, poly, or open relationship my desire is to work towards your goals. I love working with couples developing healthy sexualities, LGBTQIA+ individuals developing their sexual and gender expression, and people on the journey of healing. I use a person-centered approach, with a whole lot of fun and humor, to authentically provide a space for a collaborative, non-judgmental relationship. Creating mindful awareness into your lived experience we gently build insight and address patterns.
I offer both traditional general therapy and sex therapy, with a current focus in my practice on treating sexual pain disorders (such as dyspareunia and vaginismus), anxiety about sex, coping with low desire in self or partnership, building sexual & relationship security and confidence, and coping with stress brought on by relationship difficulties including: finding a dating partner, moving in together, managing conflict, balancing household responsibilities fairly, break-ups/divorce, and exploring an open-relationship.
I utilize a custom therapy approach drawing from the cognitive therapies & interpersonal neurobiology while integrating creative approaches as desired from the fields of art therapy, depth & archetypal psychology, personality typology, and existential therapy. I have advanced education & training in couples/relationship work, art therapy, and sex therapy.
I offer both traditional general therapy and sex therapy, with a current focus in my practice on treating sexual pain disorders (such as dyspareunia and vaginismus), anxiety about sex, coping with low desire in self or partnership, building sexual & relationship security and confidence, and coping with stress brought on by relationship difficulties including: finding a dating partner, moving in together, managing conflict, balancing household responsibilities fairly, break-ups/divorce, and exploring an open-relationship.
I utilize a custom therapy approach drawing from the cognitive therapies & interpersonal neurobiology while integrating creative approaches as desired from the fields of art therapy, depth & archetypal psychology, personality typology, and existential therapy. I have advanced education & training in couples/relationship work, art therapy, and sex therapy.
I specialize in perinatal mental health and sex therapy.
My approach is rooted in the transformative power of strengths, connection, and mindfulness. I integrate attachment theory to understand the roots of challenges and mindfulness-based practices to cultivate resilience and self-awareness. I also bring a sex-positive perspective to our work, addressing a range of sexual concerns with empathy and sensitivity.
I specialize in perinatal mental health and sex therapy.
My approach is rooted in the transformative power of strengths, connection, and mindfulness. I integrate attachment theory to understand the roots of challenges and mindfulness-based practices to cultivate resilience and self-awareness. I also bring a sex-positive perspective to our work, addressing a range of sexual concerns with empathy and sensitivity.
Accepting New Clients in Oregon and Washington State - I am passionate about working with diverse relational systems exploring ways to build feelings of emotional and physical connection, rebuild trust from attachment ruptures, explore your relationship with intimacy and sex, and address conflict and communication patterns.
In both individual and relational therapy, I help clients build communication and conflict management skills such as identifying and interrupting the conflict cycle to reduce the intensity and form connection. I aim to support you in forming a healthy relationship with sex and intimacy and feeling empowered around your sexuality and needs.
Accepting New Clients in Oregon and Washington State - I am passionate about working with diverse relational systems exploring ways to build feelings of emotional and physical connection, rebuild trust from attachment ruptures, explore your relationship with intimacy and sex, and address conflict and communication patterns.
In both individual and relational therapy, I help clients build communication and conflict management skills such as identifying and interrupting the conflict cycle to reduce the intensity and form connection. I aim to support you in forming a healthy relationship with sex and intimacy and feeling empowered around your sexuality and needs.
Completing additional coursework to become a Certified Sex Therapist (CST).
I am accepting new Tele-Therapy individuals & couples. It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help. However, it's the first step. I am excited to work with a vast array of clients, including those in the LGBTQ+/BDSM/Kink/Consensual Non-Monogamy community and those with religious shame, veterans, & those with criminal & substance use histories. If you are seeking internal stability and grounding, I would love to help facilitate personal growth in a compassionate and safe environment. My goal is to help you move towards self-acceptance and away from shame.
Completing additional coursework to become a Certified Sex Therapist (CST).
I am accepting new Tele-Therapy individuals & couples. It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help. However, it's the first step. I am excited to work with a vast array of clients, including those in the LGBTQ+/BDSM/Kink/Consensual Non-Monogamy community and those with religious shame, veterans, & those with criminal & substance use histories. If you are seeking internal stability and grounding, I would love to help facilitate personal growth in a compassionate and safe environment. My goal is to help you move towards self-acceptance and away from shame.
The Center for Couple's & Sex Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW
Portland, OR 97232
We pride ourselves on providing sex positive therapy to all individuals in our community.
We understand relationships and individuals. Whether you’re struggling with communication, sexual connection, or infidelity, our expert therapists know how to help you find your way back to each other. It’ll require some hard work, but we’re here to help you do the heavy lifting.
We pride ourselves on providing sex positive therapy to all individuals in our community.
We understand relationships and individuals. Whether you’re struggling with communication, sexual connection, or infidelity, our expert therapists know how to help you find your way back to each other. It’ll require some hard work, but we’re here to help you do the heavy lifting.
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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.