Sex Therapists in Gulfport, FL
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Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 (Online Only)
I'm kink-knowledgeable, poly-affirming, LGBTQ-allied and sex worker allied.
Are you stuck in a sex rut? Maybe you've done therapy, are a solid communicator and think you and your partner should be able to figure it out on your own . . . but it's confusing and you're just not getting anywhere. I can help! Through proper assessment, education and skill building, I help my clients to achieve emotional mastery, ask the right questions and ultimately feel close, excited and passionate again. While sex can be a sensitive subject, I am to make the process of creating more intimacy as fun and easy as possible for you. Reach out and book a free Intimacy Breakthrough Call so we can see if it's a fit.
I'm kink-knowledgeable, poly-affirming, LGBTQ-allied and sex worker allied.
Are you stuck in a sex rut? Maybe you've done therapy, are a solid communicator and think you and your partner should be able to figure it out on your own . . . but it's confusing and you're just not getting anywhere. I can help! Through proper assessment, education and skill building, I help my clients to achieve emotional mastery, ask the right questions and ultimately feel close, excited and passionate again. While sex can be a sensitive subject, I am to make the process of creating more intimacy as fun and easy as possible for you. Reach out and book a free Intimacy Breakthrough Call so we can see if it's a fit.
Karli K Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 (Online Only)
Because of the social stigma around sex, so many people are in need of more support.
Hi, I'm Karli. :) I'm so glad you're here! I am passionate about working with people who want a safe and sex-positive environment to grow individually and relationally in their sexuality and eroticism. I often work with people who feel hopeless about their sex life, relationship conflict, or dating insecurities, or who have internalized sexual shame keeping them from exploring their pleasure and desires. I also work with people experiencing sexual dysfunction and pain. If you are feeling insecure or hopeless, I would love to help show you just how common and valid your experiences are.
Because of the social stigma around sex, so many people are in need of more support.
Hi, I'm Karli. :) I'm so glad you're here! I am passionate about working with people who want a safe and sex-positive environment to grow individually and relationally in their sexuality and eroticism. I often work with people who feel hopeless about their sex life, relationship conflict, or dating insecurities, or who have internalized sexual shame keeping them from exploring their pleasure and desires. I also work with people experiencing sexual dysfunction and pain. If you are feeling insecure or hopeless, I would love to help show you just how common and valid your experiences are.
Kathi Scholz, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
Women and Sexuality is a group I run twice a year and I am currently forming a group for women 50 years and older.
Life can be a roller coaster. It takes us high with the birth of a child, falling in love, or reaching new goals. It may drop us low mourning a death, suffering abuse, grappling with sexual issues, feeling isolated. Sometimes we feel stuck with no hope on the horizon. You are unique but not alone. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and overwhelming. Your struggles are your journey and sometimes it feels like that road comes to a dead end. Because each journey is unique, I use an integration of therapies to seek other inroads into your healing. One size does not fit all.
Women and Sexuality is a group I run twice a year and I am currently forming a group for women 50 years and older.
Life can be a roller coaster. It takes us high with the birth of a child, falling in love, or reaching new goals. It may drop us low mourning a death, suffering abuse, grappling with sexual issues, feeling isolated. Sometimes we feel stuck with no hope on the horizon. You are unique but not alone. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and overwhelming. Your struggles are your journey and sometimes it feels like that road comes to a dead end. Because each journey is unique, I use an integration of therapies to seek other inroads into your healing. One size does not fit all.
The Center for Sexual and Relational Healing
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33713
By specializing in Sex Therapy I am able to help you diagnose and treat your problem quickly, often working in tandem with your doctors.
Are you stuck in a painful marriage? Are you wondering if it is even possible to feel passion and desire again for your spouse? Hurt, ashamed, frustrated...a description of what my clients feel as they deal with issues of a broken marriage or a lack of relational/ sexual intimacy. I help my clients when they feel the most vulnerable; with compassion and knowledge. Most of my clients want relief. They want to understand why they are hurting. They want an easy path to not only feeling better but a new way of relating to themselves and their loved ones. I can help!
By specializing in Sex Therapy I am able to help you diagnose and treat your problem quickly, often working in tandem with your doctors.
Are you stuck in a painful marriage? Are you wondering if it is even possible to feel passion and desire again for your spouse? Hurt, ashamed, frustrated...a description of what my clients feel as they deal with issues of a broken marriage or a lack of relational/ sexual intimacy. I help my clients when they feel the most vulnerable; with compassion and knowledge. Most of my clients want relief. They want to understand why they are hurting. They want an easy path to not only feeling better but a new way of relating to themselves and their loved ones. I can help!
Dallas Sierra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 (Online Only)
I have successfully treated anxiety disorders, mood disorders, sexual and sexuality concerns, those who have experienced traumatic events, grief and loss, and relationship problems.
Are you struggling with processing past traumatic events? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. EMDR provides a proven approach to address the symptoms of trauma that can interfere with thriving in your everyday life. EMDR allows individuals to process incredible amounts of material in a shockingly short time.
I have successfully treated anxiety disorders, mood disorders, sexual and sexuality concerns, those who have experienced traumatic events, grief and loss, and relationship problems.
Are you struggling with processing past traumatic events? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. EMDR provides a proven approach to address the symptoms of trauma that can interfere with thriving in your everyday life. EMDR allows individuals to process incredible amounts of material in a shockingly short time.
Pillow Talk Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, she/her
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 (Online Only)
I have training and experience in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Couples and Sex Therapy through American Association of Couples and Sex Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Schedule free 15 min consultation at www.pillowtalktherapy.com to start! Couples/Relationship Therapy (LGBTQIA+ and poly/kink affirming), Sex Therapy (physical/emotional issues affecting sexual relationship), Trauma (IFS); PRIVATE PAY ONLY (can provide superbill but cannot guarantee insurance payment). Currently offering telehealth only for clients within California and Florida.
I have training and experience in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Couples and Sex Therapy through American Association of Couples and Sex Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Schedule free 15 min consultation at www.pillowtalktherapy.com to start! Couples/Relationship Therapy (LGBTQIA+ and poly/kink affirming), Sex Therapy (physical/emotional issues affecting sexual relationship), Trauma (IFS); PRIVATE PAY ONLY (can provide superbill but cannot guarantee insurance payment). Currently offering telehealth only for clients within California and Florida.
Allie Turner Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
Trained in PACT, Gottman, EFT, RLT & Imago and an AASECT certified sex therapist I help all couples figure out their relationship and create one that works for them.
Looking at your relationship or sex life and wondering if this is all there is? If feeling stuck in your relationship is creating a never ending cycle of disconnection & conflict leaving you feeling like you're on a merry go round that doesn’t stop, let’s chat. I help couples break the cycle of conflict, talk about what matters and create change in themselves and their relationships daily. If you argue everyday about things that don't matter or feel miles apart from your partner I can help you get closer and talk without conflict and disconnection. You want to feel loved, validated and heard in your relationship.
Trained in PACT, Gottman, EFT, RLT & Imago and an AASECT certified sex therapist I help all couples figure out their relationship and create one that works for them.
Looking at your relationship or sex life and wondering if this is all there is? If feeling stuck in your relationship is creating a never ending cycle of disconnection & conflict leaving you feeling like you're on a merry go round that doesn’t stop, let’s chat. I help couples break the cycle of conflict, talk about what matters and create change in themselves and their relationships daily. If you argue everyday about things that don't matter or feel miles apart from your partner I can help you get closer and talk without conflict and disconnection. You want to feel loved, validated and heard in your relationship.
Don't know where to start or feel stuck? You may just want to get something off your chest, explore practical solutions, and/or have an accountability partner. I work with individuals and couples who are exploring how they manage their stress, emotions, communication, interest in sex, kink/BDSM, work-life balance, life transitions, and more.
Don't know where to start or feel stuck? You may just want to get something off your chest, explore practical solutions, and/or have an accountability partner. I work with individuals and couples who are exploring how they manage their stress, emotions, communication, interest in sex, kink/BDSM, work-life balance, life transitions, and more.
Samantha Pluto Sex And Couples Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSTIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33713
Specializing in Sex Therapy, and Couples Therapy. Are you struggling in your marriage? Are you questioning how and what the next steps are in your relationship? Do you have past traumas that you are ready to process, but subconscious patterns still control your life? The clients I work with are committed to improving their relationships, working through negative marital patterns, and processing personal trauma. In other words, they are ready to experience joy, love, and personal growth.
Specializing in Sex Therapy, and Couples Therapy. Are you struggling in your marriage? Are you questioning how and what the next steps are in your relationship? Do you have past traumas that you are ready to process, but subconscious patterns still control your life? The clients I work with are committed to improving their relationships, working through negative marital patterns, and processing personal trauma. In other words, they are ready to experience joy, love, and personal growth.
Yvonka De Ridder
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
I specialize in couples/marriage counseling, sex therapy, trauma, career counseling, motivational therapy, life coaching, family therapy, child/teen counseling.
Life should be about happiness! So often we are a product of our environment while being held captive by society's standards, taboos, and the expectations of those around us. It is amazing to learn how quickly we've adopted the beliefs and perspectives of those around us living by their rules and ideas of our life. When we actually take a moment in time to explore, evaluate, and change those - we can begin living our lives for ourselves. Those changes can make an incredible impact on changing your life for the better. It's never too late!
I specialize in couples/marriage counseling, sex therapy, trauma, career counseling, motivational therapy, life coaching, family therapy, child/teen counseling.
Life should be about happiness! So often we are a product of our environment while being held captive by society's standards, taboos, and the expectations of those around us. It is amazing to learn how quickly we've adopted the beliefs and perspectives of those around us living by their rules and ideas of our life. When we actually take a moment in time to explore, evaluate, and change those - we can begin living our lives for ourselves. Those changes can make an incredible impact on changing your life for the better. It's never too late!
Dr. Desirée N. Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 (Online Only)
Intimacy Injuries are rampant and even normalized in today’s environment. Whether these emotional wounds show up in regards to your relationship with yourself, your significant others, or your family members; the opportunity to ameliorate those hurts is here! In my work as a Psychotherapist, I specialize in Sex, Intimacy, and Trauma as well as a Bariatric Specialist with self-identity before and after Weight Loss Surgery. If you also identify as Highly Sensitive or Introverted, let's have a chat about how to uncover how you may be hiding your greatness in plain sight!
Intimacy Injuries are rampant and even normalized in today’s environment. Whether these emotional wounds show up in regards to your relationship with yourself, your significant others, or your family members; the opportunity to ameliorate those hurts is here! In my work as a Psychotherapist, I specialize in Sex, Intimacy, and Trauma as well as a Bariatric Specialist with self-identity before and after Weight Loss Surgery. If you also identify as Highly Sensitive or Introverted, let's have a chat about how to uncover how you may be hiding your greatness in plain sight!
Rouse Relational Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
com to learn about our approach to sex and relationship therapy.
Are you tired of feeling betrayed by your body? Do you want to feel less shame and anxiety about your sex and dating life? I focus on helping people build confidence and understanding about their sex and relationship life. I focus on helping you improve your insight and awareness on how you relate to yourself and your life in order to help reach the goals you desire.
com to learn about our approach to sex and relationship therapy.
Are you tired of feeling betrayed by your body? Do you want to feel less shame and anxiety about your sex and dating life? I focus on helping people build confidence and understanding about their sex and relationship life. I focus on helping you improve your insight and awareness on how you relate to yourself and your life in order to help reach the goals you desire.
Julie Labanz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 (Online Only)
I have experience in working with individuals and couples regarding a variety of sexual concerns, related to areas such as: low desire, painful intercourse, sexual dysfunction, infidelity/affairs, kinks, porn/ sex addiction, LGBTQIA+ and CNM relationships, sexual anxiety and more.
Do you and your partner have different ideas of how often you should have sex or about the quality of it? Are you experiencing shame or pain when trying to engage with a partner sexually? Are you interested in pursuing a non-traditional relationship or in a consensual non-monogamous relationship but having trouble navigating those waters? Do you worry that you might be addicted to porn or sex? Are you and your partner struggling to communicate and feel like all you do anymore is argue? I'm here to help you address those issues and more in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
I have experience in working with individuals and couples regarding a variety of sexual concerns, related to areas such as: low desire, painful intercourse, sexual dysfunction, infidelity/affairs, kinks, porn/ sex addiction, LGBTQIA+ and CNM relationships, sexual anxiety and more.
Do you and your partner have different ideas of how often you should have sex or about the quality of it? Are you experiencing shame or pain when trying to engage with a partner sexually? Are you interested in pursuing a non-traditional relationship or in a consensual non-monogamous relationship but having trouble navigating those waters? Do you worry that you might be addicted to porn or sex? Are you and your partner struggling to communicate and feel like all you do anymore is argue? I'm here to help you address those issues and more in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
Stephanie Konter-O'Hara
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
Appointments now available! Have you been experiencing difficulty with transitioning into parenthood or feeling confident in your sex life? Perhaps you've been trying to manage the stress of being a new mom or dad? You're not alone in feeling the way you do, it can be a difficult to go through this life transitions that maybe feel like you've been thrown into the deep end. I am currently training to be a sex therapist and am under supervision to be certified. If you are looking to explore sexual concerns, feel free to connect with me.
Appointments now available! Have you been experiencing difficulty with transitioning into parenthood or feeling confident in your sex life? Perhaps you've been trying to manage the stress of being a new mom or dad? You're not alone in feeling the way you do, it can be a difficult to go through this life transitions that maybe feel like you've been thrown into the deep end. I am currently training to be a sex therapist and am under supervision to be certified. If you are looking to explore sexual concerns, feel free to connect with me.
Somatic Psychotherapy Michigan—Faith Elie
Counselor, LPC, MA, MA, SEP, NARM, IFS-L3
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 (Online Only)
I am sex positive, LGBTQIA+ advocating, gender affirming, polyamory & kink affirming.
The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are -Joseph Campbell. Together, we can really hone in on what it is you are wanting for yourself and finding a path forward, that best suites you. Often, the work is getting back in touch with your Self in a deeper way—like re-calibrating your inner compass. My understanding of counseling comes from holistic, somatic and trauma-informed approaches that incorporate mind, body, and soul such as Jungian, IFS and transpersonal. Sex therapy is also a very important part of the work I do. Check out my website blog to learn more details about how I work
I am sex positive, LGBTQIA+ advocating, gender affirming, polyamory & kink affirming.
The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are -Joseph Campbell. Together, we can really hone in on what it is you are wanting for yourself and finding a path forward, that best suites you. Often, the work is getting back in touch with your Self in a deeper way—like re-calibrating your inner compass. My understanding of counseling comes from holistic, somatic and trauma-informed approaches that incorporate mind, body, and soul such as Jungian, IFS and transpersonal. Sex therapy is also a very important part of the work I do. Check out my website blog to learn more details about how I work
Art of Loving Center
Counselor, MS , LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 (Online Only)
Sex lies at the root of life, and we can never learn to reverence life until we know how to understand sex".
We are taking new clients! View our website to schedule an appointment on our live calendar. Working as a husband and wife team gives you the benefits of both perspectives in a relationship. This eliminates the question of whether should we see a male or female counselor. As Therapists/Life Coaches, we help you reach understanding and compassion in your relationship, heal painful experiences, find new ways of coping with stress, and interact with others. We serve couples in the areas of relationships and sexuality. We offer couples counseling for all relationship issues. We use research-based Gottman Methods.
Sex lies at the root of life, and we can never learn to reverence life until we know how to understand sex".
We are taking new clients! View our website to schedule an appointment on our live calendar. Working as a husband and wife team gives you the benefits of both perspectives in a relationship. This eliminates the question of whether should we see a male or female counselor. As Therapists/Life Coaches, we help you reach understanding and compassion in your relationship, heal painful experiences, find new ways of coping with stress, and interact with others. We serve couples in the areas of relationships and sexuality. We offer couples counseling for all relationship issues. We use research-based Gottman Methods.
Katie Schubert
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, CST, NCC, RYT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33711
I completed my postgraduate studies at Florida Postgraduate Sex Therapy Training Institute and am a Certified Sex Therapist.
Hi! I'm a Certified Sex Therapist and a Nationally Certified Counselor. My goal is to help individuals and relationships grow stronger through communication, patience, tolerance, and self-care. I work with couples who aren't happy with their sex life or who aren't communicating well. I work with individuals who have issues with their sexual or gender identity, sexual functioning, or sexually compulsive behaviors. I am a Registered Yoga Teacher and often incorporate meditation and mindfulness training into therapy sessions. I am the owner of Cypress Wellness Center.
I completed my postgraduate studies at Florida Postgraduate Sex Therapy Training Institute and am a Certified Sex Therapist.
Hi! I'm a Certified Sex Therapist and a Nationally Certified Counselor. My goal is to help individuals and relationships grow stronger through communication, patience, tolerance, and self-care. I work with couples who aren't happy with their sex life or who aren't communicating well. I work with individuals who have issues with their sexual or gender identity, sexual functioning, or sexually compulsive behaviors. I am a Registered Yoga Teacher and often incorporate meditation and mindfulness training into therapy sessions. I am the owner of Cypress Wellness Center.
Amaliya Bereznyuk
Counselor, LMHC, EdS, MS, CST
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 (Online Only)
I can help with pain with sex, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, issues with intimacy, sexual trauma, sex anxiety, paraphilias, desire discrepancy in relationships, changes in libido, and sexual dysfunction.
Are you concerned about your sex life? As a sex therapist, I am passionate about helping clients navigate identity, relationships, or behaviors related to sex.
I can help with pain with sex, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, issues with intimacy, sexual trauma, sex anxiety, paraphilias, desire discrepancy in relationships, changes in libido, and sexual dysfunction.
Are you concerned about your sex life? As a sex therapist, I am passionate about helping clients navigate identity, relationships, or behaviors related to sex.
Rachel Dorneanu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
Or if you are dealing with low sex drive, it can feel troubling when interacting with a partner with a higher sex drive.
If you're someone that is having trouble with perfectionism, it can feel like there is this never-ending pressure on you to hit un-achievable standards. You feel a need to be in control of something in your life before everything unravels. You may feel stressed, frustrated, and that no one understands the pressure you have on yourself. You wish you could wave a magic wand and everything could go according to your plan. You want to be able to plan your future and feel assured that everything will go smoothly instead of anxious and worried about checking the next thing off your list. You want to be able to focus on the present moment.
Or if you are dealing with low sex drive, it can feel troubling when interacting with a partner with a higher sex drive.
If you're someone that is having trouble with perfectionism, it can feel like there is this never-ending pressure on you to hit un-achievable standards. You feel a need to be in control of something in your life before everything unravels. You may feel stressed, frustrated, and that no one understands the pressure you have on yourself. You wish you could wave a magic wand and everything could go according to your plan. You want to be able to plan your future and feel assured that everything will go smoothly instead of anxious and worried about checking the next thing off your list. You want to be able to focus on the present moment.
Sex and relationships can feel like minefields. Maybe communication resembles a boxing match, intimacy is a distant memory, or there’s been cheating, shaking your world to its core. Feeling unlovable, wrestling with unconventional desires, or being scared of intimacy due to past traumas – it’s heavy stuff. It’s not just about mismatched Netflix preferences; it’s about feeling disconnected, unheard, or stuck in a situation you never expected. This is tough territory, and it can feel oh-so-vulnerable to address. But you don’t have to face it alone.
Sex and relationships can feel like minefields. Maybe communication resembles a boxing match, intimacy is a distant memory, or there’s been cheating, shaking your world to its core. Feeling unlovable, wrestling with unconventional desires, or being scared of intimacy due to past traumas – it’s heavy stuff. It’s not just about mismatched Netflix preferences; it’s about feeling disconnected, unheard, or stuck in a situation you never expected. This is tough territory, and it can feel oh-so-vulnerable to address. But you don’t have to face it alone.
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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.