Sex Therapy in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA
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Lori O'Mara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and AASECT Certified
Sex
Therapist.
You are capable of creating change in your life. My role is one of encouragement and support for making that change. Together we will find ways to cope better in the situations that matter to you and facilitate personal growth by exploring new ways to interact with your world, yourself and those around you. I believe you are the best resource on what works for you. In session we will spend time exploring the issues most important to you and find a way to work through those together.

Marianna Kopp
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Hey there! My name is Marianna and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who helps individuals and couples overcome challenging obstacles, cultivate intra/interpersonal understanding, and achieve overall fulfillment. Together, we can gain awareness of how past experiences show up in the present day and break free from the limiting beliefs and patterns that no longer serve you and/or your relationship. I also specialize in
sex therapy
and am passionate about helping clients heal from sexual trauma, dismantle sexual shame, rekindle intimacy, navigate desire discrepancy, and explore non-traditional relationship structures.
Felice Jordana Schwartz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have experience providing mental health therapy to a variety of populations in therapeutic settings. I have provided therapy to individuals struggling with all types of addiction and addictive/ compulsive behaviors. I have worked extensively with individuals and couples who identify on the GLBTQ spectrum and who were experiencing sexual and gender identity issues. I treated individuals who experienced domestic violence and or sexual trauma. I treated individuals struggling with a variety of sexual health issues and dysfunctions. I have experience providing therapy to people of color who were HIV+, helping them manage issues related to their
sexuality
, relationships, sexual and gender identity.

Elijah Jackson
MSW, LSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I bring various techniques and resources to sessions like mindfulness practice, CBT,
Sex Therapy
, trauma-informed care, and more.
Hello, My name is Elijah Jackson, and I'm a Licensed Social Worker in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I studied Social Work at Temple University, and have worked extensively with the LGBTQIA+ population. In sessions, I'm a conversationalist and believe that effective therapy requires collaboration between all persons involved. I will do my best to make sure that clients do not feel like they're talking to a wall. I have worked with clients to improve their negative/harmful thoughts and feelings about their gender and
sexuality
, anxiety and depression, self-esteem, race/ethnicity, body, and more.

Rebecca B Bassman
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Rebecca is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson’s Marriage and Family Therapy program with a specialty in
Sex Therapy
. Clients would say that they value Rebecca’s open communication style and her ability to look through a systemic lens. Rebecca is culturally competent and well versed on a wide range of human
sexuality
issues and topics.

Alex Kapnek
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT, EMDR, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have specialized training in EMDR,
sex
and love addiction, and cognitive behavior therapy.
I have a passion for working with those exploring gender and sexual identity, trauma, substance use, recovery, and those in the LGBTQ+ community. The therapy I provide is tailored to your individual needs and can help you facilitate personal growth and development. Therapy is most effective when you feel safe and respected. I would be honored to provide that space for you. I view my work with you as a collaborative process. I want to learn more about you and understand the problems you are facing from your perspective. I can provide letters for gender confirmation surgery.

Melissa Sziga Dessereau
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, CST
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Sziga is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AASECT Certified
Sex
Therapist.
Sziga is a perceptive and nuanced therapist with a refreshingly frank style. For over 25 years, they have been working with individuals, couples, and families to foster personal growth and satisfying relationships. They have a way of making clients feel comfortable, understood, and at ease — like no matter what you say they get it and don’t judge you. And they're funny.

Erica Hochanadel
LSW, MSW, MEd
Verified
Verified
Hello! My name is Erica Hochanadel (she/her/hers). I am a queer identified human
sexuality
professional providing therapeutic services to individuals, couples, families, and folks in non-dyadic relationships. My specialization is
sex
and relational therapy, although I am adept at working with folks presenting with a wide spectrum of concerns. Areas of focus include: LGBTQIA+, Gender Exploration and Transitions, Ethical Nonmonogamy, Kink and BDSM, Sexual Trauma, Erectile Dysfunctions, Infidelity, Infertility and IVF, Anxiety Disorders, Developmental and Life Transitions, Interpersonal Communication and Connection.

Chris Fariello
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT, CST, CSTS
Verified
11 Endorsed
Verified
11 Endorsed
I am the Founder and Director of the Philadelphia Institute for Individual, Relational &
Sex Therapy
(PhIIRST).
I am an active therapist. I design treatment plans and utilize strategies that are appropriate for both the issues and the personalities of my clients. I work with individuals in the context of their life and couples seeking to repair, improve or strengthen their relationship. My areas of specialty include intimacy, conflict, anger issues and the breadth of
sexuality
concerns.

Evan Kardon
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Whatever brings you to therapy at this time, I look forward to helping you find empowerment and healing in your relationship with yourself, others, and your
sexuality
.
Hi, I'm Evan! I am a compassionate, non-judgmental, and affirming therapist who strives to create a safe space to explore your relationships; both with others and with yourself. I will help you find balance in times of transition or stress, with a collaborative and person-centered approach. In sessions, we will investigate some of the root causes of the patterns in your life and strive for self-discovery and self-growth. I will help you to identify and ultimately challenge negative self-talk that has likely impacted your view of self and led to negative coping behaviors.

Arlene Goldman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I help individuals and couples resolve their sexual and relationship issues and enhance their lives. I've been a psychologist and
sex
therapist for over 30 years, my approach begins with a comprehensive evaluation to determine the cause(s) contributing to your difficulties. Then you and I create a plan that is tailored to helping you, decrease anxiety, resolve blocks, learn communication and coping skills and achieve relationship and sexual satisfaction. My approach draws from my training in
sex therapy
, family systems, psychodynamic and cognitive therapies as well as hypnosis and EMDR.

Anna Stewart
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified
Verified
Anna Stewart is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson University’s Couple and Family Therapy Program with a concentration in
sex therapy
. She is a systemically-oriented therapist who has experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She specializes in distressed couples with one or both individuals experiencing diagnoses such as depression, and anxiety. She has a background in
sex
education and enjoys working with teens and young adults navigating their social and romantic relationships. She also specializes in clients that are working in the food and beverage service industry, a population she is well-acquainted with.

Robert Heasley
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My work with men has focused on concerns about
sexuality
, intimacy, commitment, and issues about fathers and fathering, childhood trauma as well as masculinity.
I work with individuals and couples to create positive changes in their lives. This includes those struggling in areas such as self-esteem, intimacy, addressing emotional needs, healing from past hurts/trauma, a history of neglect or abuse, or challenges regarding gender and
sexuality
. I work with couples, straight/lesbian/gay, who are working on their relationship, whether as a result of an affair, or realizing differences that keep them from being close. My research focuses on men and the effects of expectations on men’s lives. Pursuing therapy represents a longing to heal. My work is about supporting that process.

Seneka LaBonde
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sexuality
is a complex, personal, and social experience. Many of us were raised with secrecy, silence, and shame. This often results in unsatisfactory or unhealthy sexual and emotional relationships. Many people today are struggling with
sexuality
and
sex
with their partners. We often don't know how to communicate about our wants, needs, desires, and boundaries. We may feel lonely, isolated, or misunderstood. There may be resentment or hurt in your relationships. Let's work together to heal the wounds and have a healthier, happier sexual life.

Key Therapy & Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We provide individual, relational, family and
sex therapy
.
Welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step on this adventure. We know finding the right therapist can be hard, stressful and a grueling process. For many clients this is the first time they have asked for help. At Key Therapy & Wellness we believe everyone deserves to unlock their full selves, feel empowered to make choices, and be supported through the journey towards change. We provide therapy that is compassionate, collaborative, and liberating. As a team we believe in celebrating and affirming the parts of clients that make them unique.

Kimberly Flemke
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Some of my specialties include: Infidelity, Couple Therapy,
Sex Therapy
, Trauma, Tapping & EMDR, Communication Issues, Therapy for Therapists, Gender &
Sexuality
Issues, LGBTQ Issues, and Conflict-Resolution.
Are you unhappy inside? Are you unfulfilled within your relationship, struggling with infidelity or sexually dissatisfied? As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 25 years of clinical experience, I strive to help people recognize their personal power and worth, strengthen relationships by increasing more CONNECTION, and help couples bring INTIMACY back into the bedroom. By utilizing various clinical lenses, I will help you gain insight and make changes into long-standing relationship patterns and/or negative beliefs that are preventing you from experiencing JOY and deep fulfillment in your life & relationships...
Waitlist for new clients

Genevieve Gellert, Lcsw LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My specialties are: Personal growth, self-esteem, stress, & life transitions; relationships; medical anxiety;
sex
& aging; sexual & gender minority mental health (LGBTQ+); women's, men's, & parental mental health; infertility, pregnancy, pre-conception, pre-natal, & postpartum; oppression, intersectionality &
sexuality
; & all sexual disorders in general.
Do you want to feel stronger, sexier, healthier, more confident, & more empowered? Are you ready to have a deeper, more meaningful relationship with yourself & others? If yes, let's talk. I'm a general wellness &
sex
therapist, offering individual therapy, behavioral health consultancy, & values coaching for adults, with years of experience in medical social work & talk therapy. My practice is best for high achieving professionals, therapists, healthcare workers, women, & sexual and gender minorities (LGBTQ+). My style is direct, relational, modern, friendly, interactive, conversational, educational, evidenced-based, & supportive.
(201) 992-6804
Waitlist for new clients

Jennifer L. Foust
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Doctorate in Human
Sexuality
and am a Certified
Sex
Therapist.
Does anxiety feel like it is hard to manage? Whether it's anxiety about your relationship, your
sex
life, your job, your social life, or your life in general, the symptoms are all too regular and familiar: racing heart, stomach churning, and feeling like you can't breathe just to name a few. If only you could just wish the anxiety away with logic. Your friends or partner tell you to just relax and stop overthinking, but you can't! Your mind won't listen. No matter how hard you try, you just can't get your mind to stop.

Meghan Jerry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
We are bombarded with messages daily that we are not good enough just as we are. When we don't feel good about ourselves, our self-esteem and relationships can often pay the price. But there can be healing; we can learn to speak to ourselves with more kindness, and our relationships can once again flourish. As a Marriage & Family Therapist and Certified
Sex
Therapist, I am uniquely able to understand the complex relationships between all the areas of your life.
Waitlist for new clients

Avi Diamond
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a
sex
and relationships therapist with a background in systemically-focused treatment and person-centered techniques.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Are you feeling unheard in your relationship? Do you struggle with understanding or expressing your gender identity or
sexuality
? Many of my clients are individuals or couples who are frustrated with patterns that are no longer working for them and are looking for a guide to hold them accountable in reaching their goals.
(412) 207-3722
Waitlist for new clients
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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.