Sex Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

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Andrew Katsinas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Selecting the "right" therapist can be a challenging process. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist begins with the establishment of trust and a desire to grow. I value authenticity, empathy, humor, respect for self and other, and put these values to work in session. My areas of specialty include issues surrounding sexuality and gender, sexual dysfunction, childhood, religious & sexual trauma, the LGBTQIA+ population and those seeking purpose or deeper meaning in life. I aim to meet my clients where they are, holding space for exploration of self, empowerment for growth, and reclamation of their joy for life.
Selecting the "right" therapist can be a challenging process. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist begins with the establishment of trust and a desire to grow. I value authenticity, empathy, humor, respect for self and other, and put these values to work in session. My areas of specialty include issues surrounding sexuality and gender, sexual dysfunction, childhood, religious & sexual trauma, the LGBTQIA+ population and those seeking purpose or deeper meaning in life. I aim to meet my clients where they are, holding space for exploration of self, empowerment for growth, and reclamation of their joy for life.
(310) 361-0944 View (310) 361-0944
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Center for Healthy Sex
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT, CSAT-S, CST-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Sex addiction or relationship problems? Lies, sexless marriage, shame? Recover your sexual health at the Center For Healthy Sex in West L.A. Expert psychotherapy for couples, individuals, partners and groups for all sexual issues.
Sex addiction or relationship problems? Lies, sexless marriage, shame? Recover your sexual health at the Center For Healthy Sex in West L.A. Expert psychotherapy for couples, individuals, partners and groups for all sexual issues.
(310) 843-9902 View (310) 843-9902
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Bobbie Emetu
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, MPH, MA
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90028  (Online Only)
Bobbie (she, her) is an affirming associate therapist that aims to create a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their concerns and work towards their goals. She values and respects the diversity of sexual and gender identities, as well as the inclusivity of all people. Bobbie has experience in sex therapy; sexual health and functioning; sexual abuse and sexual trauma; LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy; gender affirming therapy; couples therapy; emotionally focused therapy; polyamory, non-monogamy, and non-traditional relationship configurations; in addition to kink and BDSM.
Bobbie (she, her) is an affirming associate therapist that aims to create a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their concerns and work towards their goals. She values and respects the diversity of sexual and gender identities, as well as the inclusivity of all people. Bobbie has experience in sex therapy; sexual health and functioning; sexual abuse and sexual trauma; LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy; gender affirming therapy; couples therapy; emotionally focused therapy; polyamory, non-monogamy, and non-traditional relationship configurations; in addition to kink and BDSM.
(323) 672-4145 View (323) 672-4145
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Ashley Ramos
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064  (Online Only)
My clients often seek therapy for intimacy issues, life transitions, minority stress, personal empowerment, and identity exploration (gender, sexuality, consensual non-monogamy).
When was the last time you felt intimately connected in your life? Sometimes stressors in our relationships, careers, personal histories, and more can get in the way. Together we can explore and process the obstacles limiting your ability to let go and enjoy life. We will challenge any anxiety, sadness, guilt, and negative beliefs that disempower you from showing up as your authentic self.
My clients often seek therapy for intimacy issues, life transitions, minority stress, personal empowerment, and identity exploration (gender, sexuality, consensual non-monogamy).
When was the last time you felt intimately connected in your life? Sometimes stressors in our relationships, careers, personal histories, and more can get in the way. Together we can explore and process the obstacles limiting your ability to let go and enjoy life. We will challenge any anxiety, sadness, guilt, and negative beliefs that disempower you from showing up as your authentic self.
(818) 858-1471 View (818) 858-1471
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Sasha Melendez-Goldman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
Utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach and a sex positive lens we will identify and challenge core values and schemas.
Therapy is a richly unique experience unlike any other. Through collaboration, acceptance, and honesty my practice helps individuals open their minds to healing and fulfillment. I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you are the expert of your own story.
Utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach and a sex positive lens we will identify and challenge core values and schemas.
Therapy is a richly unique experience unlike any other. Through collaboration, acceptance, and honesty my practice helps individuals open their minds to healing and fulfillment. I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you are the expert of your own story.
(818) 350-5725 View (818) 350-5725
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Liz Selzer-Lang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048
I hold a certification in Sex Therapy from the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists and am trained in multiple Couple Therapy models to address problems with closeness/attachment, stubborn conflicts, infidelity, and consensual non-monogamy.
My approach to therapy is relational and authentic. While research suggests ‘successful’ therapy is less about the modality than the therapeutic alliance, I offer proven techniques from psychodynamic, CBT, and somatic therapies to help you cultivate what we all wish for--good feelings that last. If your history includes neglect/abuse or other forms of trauma, you may learn ways to calm your nervous system, better tolerate difficult feeling states, and maximize your potential to thrive at work and in healthy relationships.
I hold a certification in Sex Therapy from the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists and am trained in multiple Couple Therapy models to address problems with closeness/attachment, stubborn conflicts, infidelity, and consensual non-monogamy.
My approach to therapy is relational and authentic. While research suggests ‘successful’ therapy is less about the modality than the therapeutic alliance, I offer proven techniques from psychodynamic, CBT, and somatic therapies to help you cultivate what we all wish for--good feelings that last. If your history includes neglect/abuse or other forms of trauma, you may learn ways to calm your nervous system, better tolerate difficult feeling states, and maximize your potential to thrive at work and in healthy relationships.
(424) 400-7837 View (424) 400-7837
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Victoria Maria Gerdts
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW, MPA
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
My modalities include a sex positive approach that is non-judgmental, compassionate, and empathetic.
Welcome! I provide support to individuals, couples, kink, and various polyamorous/ethically non-monogamous relational structures to guide them toward sexual wellness and health with an emphasis on communication, pleasure, and intimacy. I am also an avid advocate for combatting stigma in regard to STI/STDs, providing education on safe disclosures, and anxiety surrounding initial diagnoses. I've worked with folks with disabilities and chronic illness/pain, sex workers, survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, LGBTQIA+, reproductive and perinatal issues, and those struggling with cultural identity and religious trauma.
My modalities include a sex positive approach that is non-judgmental, compassionate, and empathetic.
Welcome! I provide support to individuals, couples, kink, and various polyamorous/ethically non-monogamous relational structures to guide them toward sexual wellness and health with an emphasis on communication, pleasure, and intimacy. I am also an avid advocate for combatting stigma in regard to STI/STDs, providing education on safe disclosures, and anxiety surrounding initial diagnoses. I've worked with folks with disabilities and chronic illness/pain, sex workers, survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, LGBTQIA+, reproductive and perinatal issues, and those struggling with cultural identity and religious trauma.
(818) 918-2496 View (818) 918-2496
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Tammy Nelson
Counselor, PhD , CST, LPCC, CSCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
If you're looking for healing in a relationship you're not alone. I have over 30 years in the field of sex and couples therapy and am licensed and certified, a TEDx speaker, a Ketamine assisted psychotherapist, and have written 6 books on this topic including The New Monogamy, Open Monogamy, When You’re The One Who Cheats, Getting the Sex You Want and What's Eating You. I offer Intensives for couples, creatives, celebrities, and those in betrayal crisis. I also offer supervision and consult groups for professionals looking for certification. Go to www.drtammynelson.com or www.ISTItraining.com
If you're looking for healing in a relationship you're not alone. I have over 30 years in the field of sex and couples therapy and am licensed and certified, a TEDx speaker, a Ketamine assisted psychotherapist, and have written 6 books on this topic including The New Monogamy, Open Monogamy, When You’re The One Who Cheats, Getting the Sex You Want and What's Eating You. I offer Intensives for couples, creatives, celebrities, and those in betrayal crisis. I also offer supervision and consult groups for professionals looking for certification. Go to www.drtammynelson.com or www.ISTItraining.com
(424) 610-8235 View (424) 610-8235
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Dr. Yamonte Cooper
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, EdD, LPCC, NCC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
With 20+ years of counseling experience, I offer psychotherapy and sex therapy for adults and couples of diverse backgrounds dealing with relationship difficulties, sexual dysfunctions, gender & sexual identity, trauma, depression & anxiety, borderline personality, grief, and other mental health problems.
Are you desperate to feel love and connection in your relationship while feeling hopeless and alone? Do you feel anxious or sad? Maybe you want to strengthen your relationship? Do you want to have greater communication and understanding? Maybe your relationship needs a shift to create change and healing? Are you tired of suffering and being in pain? If so, I would like to collaborate and help you with your relationship or individually while empowering you to live your best life!
With 20+ years of counseling experience, I offer psychotherapy and sex therapy for adults and couples of diverse backgrounds dealing with relationship difficulties, sexual dysfunctions, gender & sexual identity, trauma, depression & anxiety, borderline personality, grief, and other mental health problems.
Are you desperate to feel love and connection in your relationship while feeling hopeless and alone? Do you feel anxious or sad? Maybe you want to strengthen your relationship? Do you want to have greater communication and understanding? Maybe your relationship needs a shift to create change and healing? Are you tired of suffering and being in pain? If so, I would like to collaborate and help you with your relationship or individually while empowering you to live your best life!
(310) 912-7610 View (310) 912-7610
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Sandy Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Looking to improve your relationships or sex life? You can deepen, strengthen, and reinvigorate your partnerships, friendships, and self-esteem by noticing what is preventing you from having the relationships that you want. Is it fear of rejection? Lack of communication? Emotional disconnect? Could be any combo of those. I am passionate about helping clients move beyond their mental blocks and behavioral patterns - in the areas of relationships, emotions, sexual dysfunction, and communication. I want to help you rediscover your innate desire for connection and authentic expression, in search of greater relational fulfillment.
Looking to improve your relationships or sex life? You can deepen, strengthen, and reinvigorate your partnerships, friendships, and self-esteem by noticing what is preventing you from having the relationships that you want. Is it fear of rejection? Lack of communication? Emotional disconnect? Could be any combo of those. I am passionate about helping clients move beyond their mental blocks and behavioral patterns - in the areas of relationships, emotions, sexual dysfunction, and communication. I want to help you rediscover your innate desire for connection and authentic expression, in search of greater relational fulfillment.
(310) 868-0043 View (310) 868-0043
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Kate S. Logan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I proudly offer informed and affirmative care to current or former sex workers and adult performers.
I am passionate about providing affirmative therapy that honors and celebrates the richness of each individual's identity and experience. Whether you're exploring your gender, seeking support during transition, struggling with relationships, or simply want to become your most authentic self, I am here to help guide you on your path. I use a collaborative approach to therapy, working alongside clients to uncover personal insights and develop strategies for overcoming challenges. I focus on fostering self-awareness, self-acceptance, and developing strong support networks outside of the therapy office.
I proudly offer informed and affirmative care to current or former sex workers and adult performers.
I am passionate about providing affirmative therapy that honors and celebrates the richness of each individual's identity and experience. Whether you're exploring your gender, seeking support during transition, struggling with relationships, or simply want to become your most authentic self, I am here to help guide you on your path. I use a collaborative approach to therapy, working alongside clients to uncover personal insights and develop strategies for overcoming challenges. I focus on fostering self-awareness, self-acceptance, and developing strong support networks outside of the therapy office.
(424) 999-9470 View (424) 999-9470
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Lauren Baldwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048  (Online Only)
Are you struggling in your relationship? Does it feel like you keep getting caught in the same fight? Do you love your partner but feel disheartened and disconnected due to conflict? The longing you have for deep connection and closeness is a basic human need. Are you experiencing any kind of issue with sexual functioning? Pain with sex is common, yet commonly misunderstood. Chances are, you want to feel seen, heard, and believed in your experience with pelvic pain and maybe your support system doesn’t quite understand. You may have great medical support, but mind-body integration is critical for lasting pain relief.
Are you struggling in your relationship? Does it feel like you keep getting caught in the same fight? Do you love your partner but feel disheartened and disconnected due to conflict? The longing you have for deep connection and closeness is a basic human need. Are you experiencing any kind of issue with sexual functioning? Pain with sex is common, yet commonly misunderstood. Chances are, you want to feel seen, heard, and believed in your experience with pelvic pain and maybe your support system doesn’t quite understand. You may have great medical support, but mind-body integration is critical for lasting pain relief.
(619) 377-7290 View (619) 377-7290
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Tara Steinke
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90069  (Online Only)
I love to help clients navigate uncertainty and instability. I specialize in sex therapy & anxiety. I work from a holistic and attachment -based approach on issues such as life transitions, grief & loss, sexual trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns (desire discrepancy) and sexual dysfunction. Due to my background working as a sexual assault advocate, my area of expertise is with clients who have experienced difficult or dysfunctional past sexual experiences and are looking to work toward integrating and reclaiming their sexual identities and pleasure in order to move toward healing and overall well- being.
I love to help clients navigate uncertainty and instability. I specialize in sex therapy & anxiety. I work from a holistic and attachment -based approach on issues such as life transitions, grief & loss, sexual trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns (desire discrepancy) and sexual dysfunction. Due to my background working as a sexual assault advocate, my area of expertise is with clients who have experienced difficult or dysfunctional past sexual experiences and are looking to work toward integrating and reclaiming their sexual identities and pleasure in order to move toward healing and overall well- being.
(424) 398-8089 View (424) 398-8089
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Sex Addiction Sexual Misbehavior Infidelity Expert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SOTS , JSOC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Absolute sex addiction elite level expert, 26 years & 45,000 hours sexual misbehavior specialist psychotherapy provided, faster recovery. Evidence based research oriented treating of Infidelity/Cheating/Affairs, Prostitution Use, "Seeking Arrangements", Sugar Daddy, Sex Apps, Strip Clubs, Massage Parlors, Sex Misconduct, Certified Specialist. I created government funded sexual misbehavior programs, utilizing highly effective clinical models. I use my most up to date understanding to have you change your thinking and learn how to end self destructive actions and love yourself and the great life you have. All I do is these cases.
Absolute sex addiction elite level expert, 26 years & 45,000 hours sexual misbehavior specialist psychotherapy provided, faster recovery. Evidence based research oriented treating of Infidelity/Cheating/Affairs, Prostitution Use, "Seeking Arrangements", Sugar Daddy, Sex Apps, Strip Clubs, Massage Parlors, Sex Misconduct, Certified Specialist. I created government funded sexual misbehavior programs, utilizing highly effective clinical models. I use my most up to date understanding to have you change your thinking and learn how to end self destructive actions and love yourself and the great life you have. All I do is these cases.
(213) 319-5604 View (213) 319-5604
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Rossana Sida
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Are relationships supposed to be this hard? When sexual issues keep you from maintaining or obtaining a happy relationship it's time to see a sex therapist. As a sex & relationship specialist, I successfully treat people with issues surrounding sexual desire & performance, sexual trauma, problems with arousal or orgasm, differences in the amount of sex they'd like to have, & sexual pain disorders such as vaginismus. I assist clients in building intimacy by deepening their mutual understanding & compassion (for their often very opposite mate!) and help them stay accountable for taking positive action to improve relationships.
Are relationships supposed to be this hard? When sexual issues keep you from maintaining or obtaining a happy relationship it's time to see a sex therapist. As a sex & relationship specialist, I successfully treat people with issues surrounding sexual desire & performance, sexual trauma, problems with arousal or orgasm, differences in the amount of sex they'd like to have, & sexual pain disorders such as vaginismus. I assist clients in building intimacy by deepening their mutual understanding & compassion (for their often very opposite mate!) and help them stay accountable for taking positive action to improve relationships.
(323) 633-6986 View (323) 633-6986
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Jamila M Dawson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Choosing new possibilities is a courageous act. If you’ve found your way here, you may be feeling deep sadness, loneliness, anxiety, a sense of frustration or just simply exhausted. Perhaps you're curious to discover and create a new relationship with yourself, your partner(s), or the work that you do in the world. When it comes to sexuality, love, or our work, many of us are carrying around old stories, misinformation, and the pain of difficult experiences that we want to be free of. If you are wrestling with love/sexuality or feeling drained by work that once felt exciting and no longer does, I can help.
Choosing new possibilities is a courageous act. If you’ve found your way here, you may be feeling deep sadness, loneliness, anxiety, a sense of frustration or just simply exhausted. Perhaps you're curious to discover and create a new relationship with yourself, your partner(s), or the work that you do in the world. When it comes to sexuality, love, or our work, many of us are carrying around old stories, misinformation, and the pain of difficult experiences that we want to be free of. If you are wrestling with love/sexuality or feeling drained by work that once felt exciting and no longer does, I can help.
(310) 996-8916 View (310) 996-8916
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Damon Holzum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90046
My focus: You, Couples therapy, Your relationship(s), Solo/Poly/Bi/Homosexual and heterosexual identities, Polyamory, Sex & Sexuality Support, Gender Identity, Alternative Sexual Practices, Sex worker support and strategies, Kink culture, Emotionally Safe Sexual interaction.
Damon Holzum, LCSW. I bring a fresh, passionate and compassionate approach to your concerns and engage with you as someone desiring a powerful, nurturing, and solutions focused experience. My focus is an integrative approach blending CBT, experiential, Gestalt, and narrative therapies to assist you and your significant other or family to thrive within your environment and understand your thoughts and feelings to be the best you. I engage with all genres of individuals and focus on sex-positive therapy, polyamory, alternative sexual practices and the destigmatization of all things sexual and intimate within your relationships.
My focus: You, Couples therapy, Your relationship(s), Solo/Poly/Bi/Homosexual and heterosexual identities, Polyamory, Sex & Sexuality Support, Gender Identity, Alternative Sexual Practices, Sex worker support and strategies, Kink culture, Emotionally Safe Sexual interaction.
Damon Holzum, LCSW. I bring a fresh, passionate and compassionate approach to your concerns and engage with you as someone desiring a powerful, nurturing, and solutions focused experience. My focus is an integrative approach blending CBT, experiential, Gestalt, and narrative therapies to assist you and your significant other or family to thrive within your environment and understand your thoughts and feelings to be the best you. I engage with all genres of individuals and focus on sex-positive therapy, polyamory, alternative sexual practices and the destigmatization of all things sexual and intimate within your relationships.
(424) 293-3960 View (424) 293-3960
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Dr. Anadel Barbour, Sex, Addiction and Trauma
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
I am a Trauma Healing Therapist helping clients to heal shame, fear, and confusion around sex intimacy, daily struggles!.
We have the power to heal ourselves. We need guidance to learn how to do that! If you are stalled in your hopes, if your life feels drained of its essence, and if your state of being continues to spiral downward, your being becomes filled with anxiety, depression and despair. My goal is to empower clients to recognize their blocks, gain pwer to change them and change the course of their lives.
I am a Trauma Healing Therapist helping clients to heal shame, fear, and confusion around sex intimacy, daily struggles!.
We have the power to heal ourselves. We need guidance to learn how to do that! If you are stalled in your hopes, if your life feels drained of its essence, and if your state of being continues to spiral downward, your being becomes filled with anxiety, depression and despair. My goal is to empower clients to recognize their blocks, gain pwer to change them and change the course of their lives.
(323) 894-9729 View (323) 894-9729
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Dana Julian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027  (Online Only)
I am certified as an AACAST therapist, American Association of Couples and Sex Therapists.
I see you. Are you constantly overthinking or buried in negative self-talk? Are you tired of fighting with your partner or contending with sexual issues? Or are you carrying the unsung wounds of painful events or a draining caregiving routine? Whatever brought you to my doorstep, you are welcome here. Feel good in your mind, body, and soul. I’m Dana Julian, a licensed marriage and family therapist offering online therapy to individuals and couples in California. We all need healthy and fulfilling relationships to thrive. I aim to build a collaborative and trusting partnership so you can heal or strengthen your relationship with your
I am certified as an AACAST therapist, American Association of Couples and Sex Therapists.
I see you. Are you constantly overthinking or buried in negative self-talk? Are you tired of fighting with your partner or contending with sexual issues? Or are you carrying the unsung wounds of painful events or a draining caregiving routine? Whatever brought you to my doorstep, you are welcome here. Feel good in your mind, body, and soul. I’m Dana Julian, a licensed marriage and family therapist offering online therapy to individuals and couples in California. We all need healthy and fulfilling relationships to thrive. I aim to build a collaborative and trusting partnership so you can heal or strengthen your relationship with your
(213) 894-9747 View (213) 894-9747
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Dr Chris Donaghue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90069
Dr. Chris Donaghue practices general individual psychology and specializes in couples and sex therapy. His specialization includes all sexual and relational work, sexual dysfunctions, sexual compulsivity, infidelity, low sexual desire, body image, including all gender expressions, sexual orientations, and Kink/Poly issues. Dr. Donaghue is a Doctor of Clinical Sexology and Human Sexuality, Doctoral trained in Clinical Psychology, Licensed Clinical Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, trained Somatic Educator.
Dr. Chris Donaghue practices general individual psychology and specializes in couples and sex therapy. His specialization includes all sexual and relational work, sexual dysfunctions, sexual compulsivity, infidelity, low sexual desire, body image, including all gender expressions, sexual orientations, and Kink/Poly issues. Dr. Donaghue is a Doctor of Clinical Sexology and Human Sexuality, Doctoral trained in Clinical Psychology, Licensed Clinical Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, trained Somatic Educator.
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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.