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Jessica Baity
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monrovia, CA 91016
Hello, My Name is Jessica Baity and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a very peaceful approach to therapy and believe it is important to meet every client where they are at. I work a great deal with those who struggle with cultural adversities, Anxiety, and depression. My therapeutic approach is more of a narrative base approach. Therapy should be client lead and meeting clients where they are at. I have experience using Cognitive Behavioral Approach ( CBT) And Client Center.
Hello, My Name is Jessica Baity and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a very peaceful approach to therapy and believe it is important to meet every client where they are at. I work a great deal with those who struggle with cultural adversities, Anxiety, and depression. My therapeutic approach is more of a narrative base approach. Therapy should be client lead and meeting clients where they are at. I have experience using Cognitive Behavioral Approach ( CBT) And Client Center.
(323) 870-9615 View (323) 870-9615
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Joan Hasibar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Monrovia, CA 91016
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling stuck, numb, or tired all the time? Are you having trouble focusing - on your work, family and friends, your partner, or even YOURSELF? Do you experience anger, guilt, sadness, or hopelessness? Would you like to find a way to overcome this but don't know where to begin? I believe through exploration there can be freedom, from fear, guilt, shame, doubt, and uncertainty. As with all explorations, I will be your guide to walk with you through the frustration, pain, and confusion. Regardless of what we find, I will be committed to doing it with you.
Are you feeling stuck, numb, or tired all the time? Are you having trouble focusing - on your work, family and friends, your partner, or even YOURSELF? Do you experience anger, guilt, sadness, or hopelessness? Would you like to find a way to overcome this but don't know where to begin? I believe through exploration there can be freedom, from fear, guilt, shame, doubt, and uncertainty. As with all explorations, I will be your guide to walk with you through the frustration, pain, and confusion. Regardless of what we find, I will be committed to doing it with you.
(323) 694-2024 View (323) 694-2024

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Dominique Oster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91106
Therapy isn’t just for those in crisis, and things do not have to be bad to get better. As a sex & relationship therapist, I know that we all contain multitudes! You are allowed to be grateful for your life AND want more! More Connection. Pleasure. Joy. Your desires are valid and undeserving of shame or judgment. I believe that our bodies have wisdom beyond what our minds may acknowledge, and unlocking the ways our deepest selves have learned to store/apply our legacies of trauma, indoctrination, and shame can open the gates to experiencing pleasure and wholeness in the present. I am unreservedly kink, queer, SW & BIPOC affirming.
Therapy isn’t just for those in crisis, and things do not have to be bad to get better. As a sex & relationship therapist, I know that we all contain multitudes! You are allowed to be grateful for your life AND want more! More Connection. Pleasure. Joy. Your desires are valid and undeserving of shame or judgment. I believe that our bodies have wisdom beyond what our minds may acknowledge, and unlocking the ways our deepest selves have learned to store/apply our legacies of trauma, indoctrination, and shame can open the gates to experiencing pleasure and wholeness in the present. I am unreservedly kink, queer, SW & BIPOC affirming.
(831) 298-8593 View (831) 298-8593
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Tameca Dove
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA,LMFT
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030  (Online Only)
My specialities are racial trauma, identity (sexual, personal, & cultural), sex therapy, relationships, & life transitions.
My passion is working with BIPOC, LGBTQIA2s+, Neuro-Divergent, 2E, Hsp's & Couples. I work with people who are anxious, overthinkers,empaths, depressed, neuro diverse, adoptees, and creatives. I take a holistic approach. I help people who struggle with setting boundaries, emotional regulation. relationship conflicts, and putting their needs first. I work with people going through life transitions, & are tired of being stuck and misunderstood by themselves and others. I help people understand how their behavior is connected to their thoughts, feelings, past experiences, mood & actions.
My specialities are racial trauma, identity (sexual, personal, & cultural), sex therapy, relationships, & life transitions.
My passion is working with BIPOC, LGBTQIA2s+, Neuro-Divergent, 2E, Hsp's & Couples. I work with people who are anxious, overthinkers,empaths, depressed, neuro diverse, adoptees, and creatives. I take a holistic approach. I help people who struggle with setting boundaries, emotional regulation. relationship conflicts, and putting their needs first. I work with people going through life transitions, & are tired of being stuck and misunderstood by themselves and others. I help people understand how their behavior is connected to their thoughts, feelings, past experiences, mood & actions.
(310) 340-6371 View (310) 340-6371
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Onaje Smartt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91104
I work with all clients who are willing and able to work on their relationships, whether that be a relationship with themselves or with a family member or significant other. I am most comfortable treating couples who are struggling with communication, conflict resolution, intimacy, and trust. I also work with individuals who are struggling with issues such as sex, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I believe that everyone has the potential for healthy relationships, and I am committed to helping my clients reach their full potential.
I work with all clients who are willing and able to work on their relationships, whether that be a relationship with themselves or with a family member or significant other. I am most comfortable treating couples who are struggling with communication, conflict resolution, intimacy, and trust. I also work with individuals who are struggling with issues such as sex, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I believe that everyone has the potential for healthy relationships, and I am committed to helping my clients reach their full potential.
(626) 779-8566 View (626) 779-8566
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David Shepard
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90032
My name is Dr. David Shepard, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I am also a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional, and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationship challenges, intimacy/sexual health, life transitions, sexuality/LGBTQ+, and identity/self-esteem issues. My therapeutic approach is integrative, person-centered, multicultural focused, collaborative, and strength based.
My name is Dr. David Shepard, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I am also a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional, and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationship challenges, intimacy/sexual health, life transitions, sexuality/LGBTQ+, and identity/self-esteem issues. My therapeutic approach is integrative, person-centered, multicultural focused, collaborative, and strength based.
(657) 256-4482 View (657) 256-4482
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Giselle L. Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMF, CSAT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
To put it simply, I love people. And what inspires me as a therapist is the opportunity to serve others through authentic connection and collaborative insight into clients' thoughts, feelings and actions. While drawn to cognitive behavioral and Mindfulness interventions, for me, providing a safe, warm and open relational component is key. Whether working with couples, individual adults or adolescents, and issues ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, or sexuality, intimacy and interpersonal functioning, it is a privilege to hold your confidence and assist you in your journey towards integration and wellness.
To put it simply, I love people. And what inspires me as a therapist is the opportunity to serve others through authentic connection and collaborative insight into clients' thoughts, feelings and actions. While drawn to cognitive behavioral and Mindfulness interventions, for me, providing a safe, warm and open relational component is key. Whether working with couples, individual adults or adolescents, and issues ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, or sexuality, intimacy and interpersonal functioning, it is a privilege to hold your confidence and assist you in your journey towards integration and wellness.
(323) 870-8224 View (323) 870-8224
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Matthew Herrera
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
Waitlist for new clients
I am also interested in working with couples, trauma, sex therapy, eating disorders, and family systems.
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Associate Therapist (136003) supervised by Matthew J. Rohr, M.S., LMFT51186 based in Pasadena, California. Prior to joining Matt Rohr & Associates, I was at U.S. Vets: "Outside the Wire" where I worked with various veterans and veteran students struggling with severe mental illnesses including Bipolar, Borderline Personality, Major Depressive, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques such as Gestalt, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
I am also interested in working with couples, trauma, sex therapy, eating disorders, and family systems.
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Associate Therapist (136003) supervised by Matthew J. Rohr, M.S., LMFT51186 based in Pasadena, California. Prior to joining Matt Rohr & Associates, I was at U.S. Vets: "Outside the Wire" where I worked with various veterans and veteran students struggling with severe mental illnesses including Bipolar, Borderline Personality, Major Depressive, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques such as Gestalt, Narrative, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
(323) 849-3953 View (323) 849-3953
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Shir Shanun
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Arcadia, CA 91007
Expertise with couples and relationships, intimacy, trust, sexuality, open relationships, polyamory, life style, LGBTQIAP & Kink.
When we change ourselves we create change in our life and relationships. Therapy is a journey of self discovery to develop intimacy and create meaning in life and relationships. Gain new understanding and fulfillment. Through exploration of your past and present I will help you develop nurturing relationships with others and with your empathetic genuine self; connect with playfulness and creativity; understand repetition in your life; discover the unconscious role in your decisions ; experience intimacy and alleviate depression and anxiety as we transform suffering into growth. More about me at https://www.Shir Shanun psyd.com
Expertise with couples and relationships, intimacy, trust, sexuality, open relationships, polyamory, life style, LGBTQIAP & Kink.
When we change ourselves we create change in our life and relationships. Therapy is a journey of self discovery to develop intimacy and create meaning in life and relationships. Gain new understanding and fulfillment. Through exploration of your past and present I will help you develop nurturing relationships with others and with your empathetic genuine self; connect with playfulness and creativity; understand repetition in your life; discover the unconscious role in your decisions ; experience intimacy and alleviate depression and anxiety as we transform suffering into growth. More about me at https://www.Shir Shanun psyd.com
(626) 376-4994 View (626) 376-4994
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Aaron Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91105
The clients who seek me most are those searching for meaning in the adverse events that have happened to them and their courage to live wholly and fully while suffering. I believe people who are ready for this style of rich internal therapy work are willing to leave the comfort of their suffering to live a more authentic life with grace and flexibility through radical self-acceptance.
The clients who seek me most are those searching for meaning in the adverse events that have happened to them and their courage to live wholly and fully while suffering. I believe people who are ready for this style of rich internal therapy work are willing to leave the comfort of their suffering to live a more authentic life with grace and flexibility through radical self-acceptance.
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David Ibrahim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LAADC, EMDR , EYRT500, ISTDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated Psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. Also offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly.
Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated Psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. Also offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly.
(805) 420-7531 View (805) 420-7531
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Alex Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101  (Online Only)
I am a liberation-oriented therapist with a special interest in supporting folx who hold BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ identities. I help folx looking to prioritize rest and joy; attune to their body, needs, and desires; explore their identities; increase self-compassion, acceptance, and confidence; learn to regulate and cope with distressing experiences; challenge individualism and prioritize healing in community; and set boundaries. I help couples, partners, polycules, siblings, and friends build stronger relationships by identifying underlying issues, helping improve communication patterns, and identifying effective coping strategies.
I am a liberation-oriented therapist with a special interest in supporting folx who hold BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ identities. I help folx looking to prioritize rest and joy; attune to their body, needs, and desires; explore their identities; increase self-compassion, acceptance, and confidence; learn to regulate and cope with distressing experiences; challenge individualism and prioritize healing in community; and set boundaries. I help couples, partners, polycules, siblings, and friends build stronger relationships by identifying underlying issues, helping improve communication patterns, and identifying effective coping strategies.
(323) 307-7807 View (323) 307-7807
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Mothers Helping Others
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91741
At MHO Thrive Mental Health and Wellness; we provide individual, couples, and family Therapy. We see children, youth, and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, aggression, and adjustment related challenges. We believe everyone can thrive when given the necessary tools needed to live a balanced and more peaceful life. To schedule an appointment today please call our office. Our Mental health therapists are standing by to assist.
At MHO Thrive Mental Health and Wellness; we provide individual, couples, and family Therapy. We see children, youth, and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, aggression, and adjustment related challenges. We believe everyone can thrive when given the necessary tools needed to live a balanced and more peaceful life. To schedule an appointment today please call our office. Our Mental health therapists are standing by to assist.
(626) 313-4865 View (626) 313-4865
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Latasha Dixon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91107  (Online Only)
Girl, you’re exhausted. Looking at the clock, you see the day is almost over, and your to-do list is longer now than it was this morning. There are simply not enough hours in the day to get everything done. You’re drowning as each new task threatens to drag you under and leave you gasping for air. Just when you’re about to take a moment for yourself, someone asks you for help, and your guilt won’t allow you to say “no.” You haven’t been able to take time for yourself in years. Lately, your existence seems to belong to everyone but you. You don’t even remember the dreams and goals you once had. There must be more to life than this.
Girl, you’re exhausted. Looking at the clock, you see the day is almost over, and your to-do list is longer now than it was this morning. There are simply not enough hours in the day to get everything done. You’re drowning as each new task threatens to drag you under and leave you gasping for air. Just when you’re about to take a moment for yourself, someone asks you for help, and your guilt won’t allow you to say “no.” You haven’t been able to take time for yourself in years. Lately, your existence seems to belong to everyone but you. You don’t even remember the dreams and goals you once had. There must be more to life than this.
(626) 658-3961 View (626) 658-3961
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Counseling Services, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, MFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Covina, CA 91790  (Online Only)
At Counseling Services/LA Peace of Mind.com, we guide people to the light and empower themselves to heal. We help people who seek trust and freedom to be expressive, address life challenges, and barriers that interfere with growth and achieving life's goals. Now offering Neurofeedback in 2024
At Counseling Services/LA Peace of Mind.com, we guide people to the light and empower themselves to heal. We help people who seek trust and freedom to be expressive, address life challenges, and barriers that interfere with growth and achieving life's goals. Now offering Neurofeedback in 2024
(424) 353-4257 View (424) 353-4257

Online Therapists

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LaTianna Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, CTRS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90804
I help clients get through grief, trauma, resentments, depression, anxiety, infidelity, sex issues and perpetual issues.
Feeling unsatisfied with your relationship lately, and not sure how to deal with it? Maybe you find yourself feeling less love and light, being disconnected from self or others? Do you desire relief, emotional stability, and healthy love? Do you want to heal and move forward? You’ve come to the right place! I enjoy working with couples, individuals and families to love themselves in a whole new way while increasing pleasure, deep connection, freedom of expression, and healthy discipline. I provide sacred space to guide you in becoming your best self - fully expressed and filled with inner power and devotional love.
I help clients get through grief, trauma, resentments, depression, anxiety, infidelity, sex issues and perpetual issues.
Feeling unsatisfied with your relationship lately, and not sure how to deal with it? Maybe you find yourself feeling less love and light, being disconnected from self or others? Do you desire relief, emotional stability, and healthy love? Do you want to heal and move forward? You’ve come to the right place! I enjoy working with couples, individuals and families to love themselves in a whole new way while increasing pleasure, deep connection, freedom of expression, and healthy discipline. I provide sacred space to guide you in becoming your best self - fully expressed and filled with inner power and devotional love.
(562) 378-6914 View (562) 378-6914
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Markias Kaiyan Littlejohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , LISW-CP, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91302  (Online Only)
Featured in Huffington Post, Med School textbooks, is a Med School Sex Expert lecturer, and is recognized internationally.
¡It’s time to Live and not Exist! As successful individuals we often address issues alone! There is Help, Discretion, and Support available. You can have fulfillment in life, reconnect to the person you want to be, rediscover your purpose, and have the existence you desire. Honestly, life is complicated, but therapy can provide solutions to make life manageable and enjoyable. Click the link and start your journey.
Featured in Huffington Post, Med School textbooks, is a Med School Sex Expert lecturer, and is recognized internationally.
¡It’s time to Live and not Exist! As successful individuals we often address issues alone! There is Help, Discretion, and Support available. You can have fulfillment in life, reconnect to the person you want to be, rediscover your purpose, and have the existence you desire. Honestly, life is complicated, but therapy can provide solutions to make life manageable and enjoyable. Click the link and start your journey.
(562) 372-6030 View (562) 372-6030
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Fox Eros | The Polyamory Therapist Intimacy And Life Stress
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90010  (Online Only)
My name is Fox, aka The Polyamory Therapist, and I am an inclusive, queer, 2slgbtqia+ affirmative Therapist. I’m a loving incandescent BIPOC femme and my nature is deeply empathetic and passionately curious - and still... I will gently challenge you with questions that have kept you stuck. I have a deep passion for working with people on trauma, identity, intimacy, loss, communication, self-worth, shame, sex, life stress and gender discovery. I’m Certified in both Sex Therapy and CNM / ENM and trauma informed. I work with all relationships: monogamy, opening up, open relationships, consensual non-monogamy; polyamory and kink / BDSM.
My name is Fox, aka The Polyamory Therapist, and I am an inclusive, queer, 2slgbtqia+ affirmative Therapist. I’m a loving incandescent BIPOC femme and my nature is deeply empathetic and passionately curious - and still... I will gently challenge you with questions that have kept you stuck. I have a deep passion for working with people on trauma, identity, intimacy, loss, communication, self-worth, shame, sex, life stress and gender discovery. I’m Certified in both Sex Therapy and CNM / ENM and trauma informed. I work with all relationships: monogamy, opening up, open relationships, consensual non-monogamy; polyamory and kink / BDSM.
(310) 933-4091 View (310) 933-4091
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Centered Soul Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275  (Online Only)
I am a sex positive, LGBTQIA+ affirmative and BDSM/Kink-Aware therapist.
Hi! I'm Nicole Williams, LMFT! I'm so happy you're taking the first step in reaching out to find a therapist! Are you experiencing relationship challenges, looking to improve communication or heal from infidelity? Would you like to explore your gender identity? Would you like to discuss dynamics around navigating your consensually non-monogamous relationship? Are you unhappy with your sex life? Do you want to improve your sexual health or increase your sexual knowledge? Would you like to heal from past sexual trauma? I can help! You deserve to live a sexually fulfilling life!
I am a sex positive, LGBTQIA+ affirmative and BDSM/Kink-Aware therapist.
Hi! I'm Nicole Williams, LMFT! I'm so happy you're taking the first step in reaching out to find a therapist! Are you experiencing relationship challenges, looking to improve communication or heal from infidelity? Would you like to explore your gender identity? Would you like to discuss dynamics around navigating your consensually non-monogamous relationship? Are you unhappy with your sex life? Do you want to improve your sexual health or increase your sexual knowledge? Would you like to heal from past sexual trauma? I can help! You deserve to live a sexually fulfilling life!
(310) 742-0974 View (310) 742-0974
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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
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.