Sex Therapists in Clemson, SC
Jolia Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCATP, CCTP, C-DBT, CSTIP
Verified Verified
Clemson, SC 29634 (Online Only)
Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling like you're not living up to society's expectations? Having difficulty resolving concerns within your relationships? Having difficulty feeling connected emotionally & sexually to your partner? Feeling the need to be a perfectionist? Questioning if you will ever be able to find love & be loved? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.
Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling like you're not living up to society's expectations? Having difficulty resolving concerns within your relationships? Having difficulty feeling connected emotionally & sexually to your partner? Feeling the need to be a perfectionist? Questioning if you will ever be able to find love & be loved? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.
Hope Threadgill
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, SC LPC, NCLCMHC, NCC,BCC
Verified Verified
Clemson, SC 29631 (Online Only)
I help clients with Relationship issues, Life stressors, making Healhty life changes, and becoming empowed on a positive path to growth and well-being. My counseling approach emphasizes understanding first, and techniques second. I am existentially grounded, believe clients have the ability to expand their self-awareness, develop confident self image, make healthy choices, create positive meaning and purpose in their life while being successful. I counsel clients to understand their uniqueness, value themselves, have healthy relationships, and find the courage to persist over adversity while positively shaping their own future.
I help clients with Relationship issues, Life stressors, making Healhty life changes, and becoming empowed on a positive path to growth and well-being. My counseling approach emphasizes understanding first, and techniques second. I am existentially grounded, believe clients have the ability to expand their self-awareness, develop confident self image, make healthy choices, create positive meaning and purpose in their life while being successful. I counsel clients to understand their uniqueness, value themselves, have healthy relationships, and find the courage to persist over adversity while positively shaping their own future.
In relationships, it can be difficult to achieve the perfect balance between stability and excitement. Perhaps you feel like your relationship is at a crossroads or has become stagnant. Perhaps you are trying to heal from pain and repair the levels of fairness and trust in your relationship.
In relationships, it can be difficult to achieve the perfect balance between stability and excitement. Perhaps you feel like your relationship is at a crossroads or has become stagnant. Perhaps you are trying to heal from pain and repair the levels of fairness and trust in your relationship.
Life is a tapestry of experiences, each thread weaving together challenges, accomplishments, confusion, introspection, pain, trauma, and joy. We are multifaceted beings with diverse experiences and unique needs. We all crave to be seen, validated, accepted, and space to explore the intricacies of our minds, bodies, and souls. You don't have to navigate life's winding path alone. Your choice to reach out for help is an act of courage. I recognize the bravery it takes to embark on this journey! I am here to honor your resilience and offer a judgment-free, tranquil, and secure sanctuary for your self-discovery
Life is a tapestry of experiences, each thread weaving together challenges, accomplishments, confusion, introspection, pain, trauma, and joy. We are multifaceted beings with diverse experiences and unique needs. We all crave to be seen, validated, accepted, and space to explore the intricacies of our minds, bodies, and souls. You don't have to navigate life's winding path alone. Your choice to reach out for help is an act of courage. I recognize the bravery it takes to embark on this journey! I am here to honor your resilience and offer a judgment-free, tranquil, and secure sanctuary for your self-discovery
Harrison M Kisner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clemson, SC 29631 (Online Only)
My practice is limited to males 11 and up. Focus areas include boyhood, adolescence, masculinity and sexual health. We pretend boys don't experience the same degree of emotions compared to girls but in reality we don't teach boys how to identify, process and express emotions. It's little wonder substance abuse, domestic violence, violent crimes, road rage, communication/relationship problems and silent emotional suffering are at epidemic levels. Anger, depression, anxiety, poor self-esteem are rampant.
My practice is limited to males 11 and up. Focus areas include boyhood, adolescence, masculinity and sexual health. We pretend boys don't experience the same degree of emotions compared to girls but in reality we don't teach boys how to identify, process and express emotions. It's little wonder substance abuse, domestic violence, violent crimes, road rage, communication/relationship problems and silent emotional suffering are at epidemic levels. Anger, depression, anxiety, poor self-esteem are rampant.
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I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I specialize in couples who are seeking marriage enrichment, or trying to overcome difficulties in their relationships, or learning how to connect emotionally. I also work with individuals. My goal is to help clients in their struggles, which will help them reach their full potential in society. I know that life is a journey and sometimes we can get stuck in life. I provide a safe environment where the clients can learn and work on coping skills, so they will feel empowered in life. I focus on goals that the clients want to work on without feeling judged.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I specialize in couples who are seeking marriage enrichment, or trying to overcome difficulties in their relationships, or learning how to connect emotionally. I also work with individuals. My goal is to help clients in their struggles, which will help them reach their full potential in society. I know that life is a journey and sometimes we can get stuck in life. I provide a safe environment where the clients can learn and work on coping skills, so they will feel empowered in life. I focus on goals that the clients want to work on without feeling judged.
Online Therapists
Justine Zenaida Soto
Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, SC 29072 (Online Only)
The therapeutic relationship is VERY important, especially when talking about sex and intimacy.
Sex and intimacy are areas of our relationships that can be uncomfortable to address. This is especially true if you feel like you are on different pages about other areas of life or if you feel like the "problem" is now you because you keep meeting "the same" type of person over and over again. The type of clients I work best with are those who routinely come to sessions ready to be vulnerable and actively work from week to week. Sex and intimacy work is not easy and yes it can be a bit weird to talk to a stranger, but I promise to make the experience as comfortable as I can.
The therapeutic relationship is VERY important, especially when talking about sex and intimacy.
Sex and intimacy are areas of our relationships that can be uncomfortable to address. This is especially true if you feel like you are on different pages about other areas of life or if you feel like the "problem" is now you because you keep meeting "the same" type of person over and over again. The type of clients I work best with are those who routinely come to sessions ready to be vulnerable and actively work from week to week. Sex and intimacy work is not easy and yes it can be a bit weird to talk to a stranger, but I promise to make the experience as comfortable as I can.
MB Tabor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, CST
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29611 (Online Only)
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) helps you improve your communication and your sexual intimacy, so you can feel close, playful, and connected again.
You feel like your partner just doesn't get it - like they don't understand you. You're stuck in a pattern that seems to never end: one of you gets quiet and the other gets louder, and this cycle seems to repeat over and over again. Your sex life is strained. But talking about sex is hard.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) helps you improve your communication and your sexual intimacy, so you can feel close, playful, and connected again.
You feel like your partner just doesn't get it - like they don't understand you. You're stuck in a pattern that seems to never end: one of you gets quiet and the other gets louder, and this cycle seems to repeat over and over again. Your sex life is strained. But talking about sex is hard.
I am kink knowledgable, sex-positive, and polyamory-friendly.
Thank you for taking the first step on this journey and seeking help. This is no easy feat. Self-work and change can feel daunting. As a result, we often feel stuck, unable to access or implement fundamental life changes even with several tools under our belt. I specialize in working with adults and couples implementing evidence based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT. Issues that I specialize in include working with trauma, mood/anxiety disorders, depression and relationship difficulties. I provide tele-health services, either over the phone or using a secure video platform.
I am kink knowledgable, sex-positive, and polyamory-friendly.
Thank you for taking the first step on this journey and seeking help. This is no easy feat. Self-work and change can feel daunting. As a result, we often feel stuck, unable to access or implement fundamental life changes even with several tools under our belt. I specialize in working with adults and couples implementing evidence based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT. Issues that I specialize in include working with trauma, mood/anxiety disorders, depression and relationship difficulties. I provide tele-health services, either over the phone or using a secure video platform.
Hanann Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29601 (Online Only)
I use IFS therapy to help individuals and couples navigate past trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, faith crises, religious trauma, explore their sexuality/gender, and heal from abuse.
My method is one of complete acceptance and validation. I care deeply about each of my clients and will work with you to find solutions to all your challenges. I create a safe, neutral environment for my clients to explore their innermost thoughts, experiences, and emotions without judgment or shame.
I use IFS therapy to help individuals and couples navigate past trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, faith crises, religious trauma, explore their sexuality/gender, and heal from abuse.
My method is one of complete acceptance and validation. I care deeply about each of my clients and will work with you to find solutions to all your challenges. I create a safe, neutral environment for my clients to explore their innermost thoughts, experiences, and emotions without judgment or shame.
Jordan W Crosby
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Greer, SC 29650
I also have a passion for topics concerning sexuality and gender, including Gender Dysphoria, Sexual Health, and other forms of identity work.
Isn’t the process of finding a therapist on Psychology Today a daunting one? I find this to be especially true if you are a part of a group that often feels shame when seeking help, such as Queer people, polyamorous folks, people diagnosed with HIV, or individuals who’ve been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. All of these folks can find a home at Berkana Collective, where we can help find you a sense of comfort and acceptance, but also attain the change you need to accomplish the goals you have for yourself, like healthier emotions, stronger relationships, and more.
I also have a passion for topics concerning sexuality and gender, including Gender Dysphoria, Sexual Health, and other forms of identity work.
Isn’t the process of finding a therapist on Psychology Today a daunting one? I find this to be especially true if you are a part of a group that often feels shame when seeking help, such as Queer people, polyamorous folks, people diagnosed with HIV, or individuals who’ve been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. All of these folks can find a home at Berkana Collective, where we can help find you a sense of comfort and acceptance, but also attain the change you need to accomplish the goals you have for yourself, like healthier emotions, stronger relationships, and more.
Speaking about sex and love can feel overwhelmingly vulnerable, even with a therapist.
Sex-positive therapy...What does that mean? Well, that means that you will find a non-judgmental, empathetic space to talk about desire and sex without a therapist attempting to cure or dismiss the things that are important to you. You may be in a BDSM relationship where the boundaries and rules need clarity. You may be grappling with the idea of trying a fetish or kink that you have been taught should bring you shame. You could be struggling with self-worth due to our toxic dating app culture where connections are swiped and ghosting is common. Maybe you are fighting to find your beautiful sexuality again after trauma.
Speaking about sex and love can feel overwhelmingly vulnerable, even with a therapist.
Sex-positive therapy...What does that mean? Well, that means that you will find a non-judgmental, empathetic space to talk about desire and sex without a therapist attempting to cure or dismiss the things that are important to you. You may be in a BDSM relationship where the boundaries and rules need clarity. You may be grappling with the idea of trying a fetish or kink that you have been taught should bring you shame. You could be struggling with self-worth due to our toxic dating app culture where connections are swiped and ghosting is common. Maybe you are fighting to find your beautiful sexuality again after trauma.
Anna Christina Prather
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Greenville, SC 29601
Education: MA in Couple and Family Therapy from Antioch University New England, Sex Therapy Certificate from Antioch University Seattle, Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship Certificate from ICEEFT, Behavior Analysis Certificate from Florida Institute of Technology.
Therapy is like co-authoring a story—embarking on a great journey, overcoming obstacles, noticing the softer moments, and forging a path toward hope. It's an honor to witness my clients' growth, as authenticity and well-being positively shape their world and narratives. I am committed to helping my clients bravely explore new ways toward self-compassion, authenticity, and wholeness. My work focuses on deepening relational satisfaction, creating safe and meaningful connections, and establishing healthy patterns that promote both individual and collective well-being.
Education: MA in Couple and Family Therapy from Antioch University New England, Sex Therapy Certificate from Antioch University Seattle, Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship Certificate from ICEEFT, Behavior Analysis Certificate from Florida Institute of Technology.
Therapy is like co-authoring a story—embarking on a great journey, overcoming obstacles, noticing the softer moments, and forging a path toward hope. It's an honor to witness my clients' growth, as authenticity and well-being positively shape their world and narratives. I am committed to helping my clients bravely explore new ways toward self-compassion, authenticity, and wholeness. My work focuses on deepening relational satisfaction, creating safe and meaningful connections, and establishing healthy patterns that promote both individual and collective well-being.
Yadira Baez-Lockard, Psy.D. Forensic
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, Legal
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Piedmont, SC 29673
Dr. Lockard was awarded her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. She completed her internship at the Kentucky Department of Corrections where she focused on the treatment of male and female sex offender treatment. Her experience includes years of forensic and clinical treatment and evaluation in out-patient, in-patient, and correctional settings. Such experiences include: Community Mental Health Clinics, Autism Clinics, County and Psychiatric Hospitals, and state behavioral and social services agencies. Her areas of expertise (all bilingual) include: clinical, criminal forensic, psycho sexual, and neuropsychological assessment and treatment.
Dr. Lockard was awarded her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. She completed her internship at the Kentucky Department of Corrections where she focused on the treatment of male and female sex offender treatment. Her experience includes years of forensic and clinical treatment and evaluation in out-patient, in-patient, and correctional settings. Such experiences include: Community Mental Health Clinics, Autism Clinics, County and Psychiatric Hospitals, and state behavioral and social services agencies. Her areas of expertise (all bilingual) include: clinical, criminal forensic, psycho sexual, and neuropsychological assessment and treatment.
Karen Strange
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greer, SC 29650
I welcome opportunities to present workshops to colleges, churches, and local civic organizations on a variety of topics including information on sexual/porn addiction, teaching your children about sex, and creating a sexually vibrant marriage.
As a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and co-founder of the Center for Sexual and Relational Health, I specialize in helping individuals and couples struggling with sexual/porn addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, and the associated trauma from those behaviors. Because sexual/porn addiction impacts the entire family system, I am also a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist as I help partners navigate the emotional impact created by the problematic behaviors of their loved ones. I journey alongside my clients to help them create a new narrative for themselves so they can move forward.
I welcome opportunities to present workshops to colleges, churches, and local civic organizations on a variety of topics including information on sexual/porn addiction, teaching your children about sex, and creating a sexually vibrant marriage.
As a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and co-founder of the Center for Sexual and Relational Health, I specialize in helping individuals and couples struggling with sexual/porn addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, and the associated trauma from those behaviors. Because sexual/porn addiction impacts the entire family system, I am also a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist as I help partners navigate the emotional impact created by the problematic behaviors of their loved ones. I journey alongside my clients to help them create a new narrative for themselves so they can move forward.
Hal Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, CSAT, CST, CPTT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Greer, SC 29650
It can be hard to reach out for help, especially when it's help for sexual issues.
As a Board-Certified Sex Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and Co-Founder of the Center for Sexual and Relational Health, I assist those struggling with a variety of complex sexual issues. These include porn addiction, sex addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, mismatched sexual desire, ED and premature ejaculation. As a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist, I work with spouses & partners in their struggle to understand & heal from the hurtful impact of unwanted sexual behaviors. I also work with couples wanting to improve their sexual experience or to reintegrate sexual intimacy after healing from an affair.
It can be hard to reach out for help, especially when it's help for sexual issues.
As a Board-Certified Sex Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and Co-Founder of the Center for Sexual and Relational Health, I assist those struggling with a variety of complex sexual issues. These include porn addiction, sex addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, mismatched sexual desire, ED and premature ejaculation. As a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist, I work with spouses & partners in their struggle to understand & heal from the hurtful impact of unwanted sexual behaviors. I also work with couples wanting to improve their sexual experience or to reintegrate sexual intimacy after healing from an affair.
Rickell Ballentine
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Piedmont, SC 29673
I bring authenticity, empathy, and curiosity into the therapy room to help individuals, couples and more explore their mental and physical blocks surrounding sexuality, intimacy, and pleasure.
Your relationship is almost perfect, except for one piece. You’ve lost your spark, or maybe it was never there. Sex and intimacy is a crucial piece in relationships with trust and vulnerability being the paramount foundation. This typically takes a lot of open and safe communication, which also may not be you and your partner’s strong suit. Maybe there’s some old wounds there. Or shame around sex has always been a part of growing up. Whichever it may be, let’s light that fire that brings us closer together again. I am here to help you unlock the full benefits of pleasure within yourself and your relationships.
I bring authenticity, empathy, and curiosity into the therapy room to help individuals, couples and more explore their mental and physical blocks surrounding sexuality, intimacy, and pleasure.
Your relationship is almost perfect, except for one piece. You’ve lost your spark, or maybe it was never there. Sex and intimacy is a crucial piece in relationships with trust and vulnerability being the paramount foundation. This typically takes a lot of open and safe communication, which also may not be you and your partner’s strong suit. Maybe there’s some old wounds there. Or shame around sex has always been a part of growing up. Whichever it may be, let’s light that fire that brings us closer together again. I am here to help you unlock the full benefits of pleasure within yourself and your relationships.
Ash West
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTPII
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greer, SC 29650 (Online Only)
As a registered Kink-Aware Professional with the NCSF, I provide trauma-informed, sex-positive therapy for the kink, fetish, BDSM, and ethically non-monogamous communities.
Society can be overflowing with expectations, guilt, and shame…but it doesn’t have to. What would it be like if you understood and trusted that you are the expert on your life, your experiences, your relationships, your identity? What if you accepted your intrinsic value without toxic shame or isolation holding you back? Imagine a space where you are free from judgment and encouraged to explore your sexual, spiritual, and physical experience, to deconstruct toxic messages about your existence, and to find genuine fulfillment in your life.
As a registered Kink-Aware Professional with the NCSF, I provide trauma-informed, sex-positive therapy for the kink, fetish, BDSM, and ethically non-monogamous communities.
Society can be overflowing with expectations, guilt, and shame…but it doesn’t have to. What would it be like if you understood and trusted that you are the expert on your life, your experiences, your relationships, your identity? What if you accepted your intrinsic value without toxic shame or isolation holding you back? Imagine a space where you are free from judgment and encouraged to explore your sexual, spiritual, and physical experience, to deconstruct toxic messages about your existence, and to find genuine fulfillment in your life.
Shanna Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29615
The experience of being human in today's world means we have life stories of hope and heartbreak; we undergo seasons of growth and times of intense pain. Sometimes these places feel too big, overwhelming, or distressing to bear. Sometimes our life plans go awry and we are disoriented. Others have been harmed by people we trusted, creating deep betrayal wounds. While no one else shares your exact story, we all share this human experience and at times every one of us can benefit from supportive therapeutic care. I am privileged to witness clients courageously work to change their life narratives into stories of hope and healing.
The experience of being human in today's world means we have life stories of hope and heartbreak; we undergo seasons of growth and times of intense pain. Sometimes these places feel too big, overwhelming, or distressing to bear. Sometimes our life plans go awry and we are disoriented. Others have been harmed by people we trusted, creating deep betrayal wounds. While no one else shares your exact story, we all share this human experience and at times every one of us can benefit from supportive therapeutic care. I am privileged to witness clients courageously work to change their life narratives into stories of hope and healing.
Heather Kline Schaffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MEd, LPC, NCC, ERYT500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anderson, SC 29621
Dr. Kline Schaffer has been recognized twice in the last decade by U.S. Congressman for her work with individuals, families, and groups coping through transitions, trauma & grief. She currently takes referrals for children, adults, couples, families, and groups; she has embraced serving others in full-time private practice since 2008. She supports clients with a holistic approach utilizing the best practices of Functional & Integrative Medicine, personalizing each treatment plan & working at the individuals pace to facilitate their best life! www.fernviewcenterforwellbeing.com
Dr. Kline Schaffer has been recognized twice in the last decade by U.S. Congressman for her work with individuals, families, and groups coping through transitions, trauma & grief. She currently takes referrals for children, adults, couples, families, and groups; she has embraced serving others in full-time private practice since 2008. She supports clients with a holistic approach utilizing the best practices of Functional & Integrative Medicine, personalizing each treatment plan & working at the individuals pace to facilitate their best life! www.fernviewcenterforwellbeing.com
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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.