Sex Therapists in Cecil County, MD
Dr. Berkeley Antonioli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker, as well as a sex therapist and educator practicing in MD and DE.
I am in awe of how our nervous systems adapt to survive overwhelming situations. I love teaching my clients about their innate resilience & abilities to heal, and connect to self & others. I believe that understanding why we respond the way we do is paramount in building the self-compassion necessary to live in line with our values. I specialize in helping adults work through relational & sexual trauma, shame, high-functioning anxiety & people-pleasing, & parenting concerns. I collaborate with my clients to cultivate self-compassion, confidence, emotional intelligence, healthy sexual expression, and communication & intimacy skills.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, as well as a sex therapist and educator practicing in MD and DE.
I am in awe of how our nervous systems adapt to survive overwhelming situations. I love teaching my clients about their innate resilience & abilities to heal, and connect to self & others. I believe that understanding why we respond the way we do is paramount in building the self-compassion necessary to live in line with our values. I specialize in helping adults work through relational & sexual trauma, shame, high-functioning anxiety & people-pleasing, & parenting concerns. I collaborate with my clients to cultivate self-compassion, confidence, emotional intelligence, healthy sexual expression, and communication & intimacy skills.
Susan Marie Sisk Price
Art Therapist, LCPAT , ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Elkton, MD 21921 (Online Only)
As an Art Therapist with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in treating female survivors of relational trauma; including Domestic Violence, sexual, and Narcissistic abuse. Have you been the victim of relational trauma, either by a caregiver or a partner? This type of trauma can cause significant damage to the "self." Learning to love and trust yourself again is possible. Your authentic "self" is waiting to be re-born. Learn to embrace your trauma, heal, and discover your unique voice and purpose. No artistic ability is required, just a willingness to engage in the creative process, and explore your spirituality.
As an Art Therapist with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in treating female survivors of relational trauma; including Domestic Violence, sexual, and Narcissistic abuse. Have you been the victim of relational trauma, either by a caregiver or a partner? This type of trauma can cause significant damage to the "self." Learning to love and trust yourself again is possible. Your authentic "self" is waiting to be re-born. Learn to embrace your trauma, heal, and discover your unique voice and purpose. No artistic ability is required, just a willingness to engage in the creative process, and explore your spirituality.
Gretchen Anderton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921
Not accepting new clients
To help me better serve the people with whom I work, I have specialized training in areas including sexuality and gender, perinatal mental health and postpartum depression, trauma, anxiety, depression and family therapy.
Maybe you want to strengthen your relationship with an intimate partner, are having difficulty adjusting to new parenthood or want to have a more fulfilling sex life after trauma. Perhaps current events are leading to anxiety, or you’re not able to take joy in the things you used to. Whatever challenges you’re facing, you deserve support.
To help me better serve the people with whom I work, I have specialized training in areas including sexuality and gender, perinatal mental health and postpartum depression, trauma, anxiety, depression and family therapy.
Maybe you want to strengthen your relationship with an intimate partner, are having difficulty adjusting to new parenthood or want to have a more fulfilling sex life after trauma. Perhaps current events are leading to anxiety, or you’re not able to take joy in the things you used to. Whatever challenges you’re facing, you deserve support.
Online Therapists
Naquita Gross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
My ideal client is an everyday person that knows life is hard. My clients are people who are hoping to alleviate some of the burdens life has handed them and feel joy again. My goal is to help you awaken to a softer side of life. I work with people to overcome depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, trauma, sexuality and identity issues, and social injustice.
My ideal client is an everyday person that knows life is hard. My clients are people who are hoping to alleviate some of the burdens life has handed them and feel joy again. My goal is to help you awaken to a softer side of life. I work with people to overcome depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, trauma, sexuality and identity issues, and social injustice.
Michael Wenisch
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, PhD, Phlsphy
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895 (Online Only)
I specialize in sex and internet pornography addiction. I work one-on-one with indivuals, couples, families, and those attracted to minors. My primary treatment goal is to help the sexually addicted individual overcome the addiction and find inner healing. Additionally, I work to promote healing within badly damaged intimate relationships. Initially, I aim to help clients gain immediate relief from the feelings of overwhelm and distress that brought them to counseling to begin with. Subsequently, I collaborate with clients to diagnose and heal the deeper sources and causes of their suffering and addiction.
I specialize in sex and internet pornography addiction. I work one-on-one with indivuals, couples, families, and those attracted to minors. My primary treatment goal is to help the sexually addicted individual overcome the addiction and find inner healing. Additionally, I work to promote healing within badly damaged intimate relationships. Initially, I aim to help clients gain immediate relief from the feelings of overwhelm and distress that brought them to counseling to begin with. Subsequently, I collaborate with clients to diagnose and heal the deeper sources and causes of their suffering and addiction.
Liberty Deffenbaugh
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients for Kick Ass Therapy! I specialize in marginalized populations including LGBTQIA+, ethically and consensual non-monogamy/polyamory, BDSM and Leather, with authentic space, support, solutions and celebration of identity. Looking for a real person to talk to? Looking for someone who walks the walk and talks the talk, where you don't have to educate your therapist about your lifestyle or automatically have it blamed for all your issues? From sex therapy to self acceptance, I specialize in unique individuals, couples & polycules. I meet clients where they are emotionally, helping them progress and heal. You matter!
Accepting New Clients for Kick Ass Therapy! I specialize in marginalized populations including LGBTQIA+, ethically and consensual non-monogamy/polyamory, BDSM and Leather, with authentic space, support, solutions and celebration of identity. Looking for a real person to talk to? Looking for someone who walks the walk and talks the talk, where you don't have to educate your therapist about your lifestyle or automatically have it blamed for all your issues? From sex therapy to self acceptance, I specialize in unique individuals, couples & polycules. I meet clients where they are emotionally, helping them progress and heal. You matter!
Phranci Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910 (Online Only)
Whether it be concerns regarding anxiety, sex, self-esteem, or intimacy, I am here to help you develop healthy skills and reach the goals you would like to achieve through our work together.
The idea of going to therapy can be daunting and challenging for many…but it doesn’t have to be. (It can actually be pretty fun!) You tell me what you want, and I do what I can to help you achieve it. Sure, there may be challenging moments because I may push you out of your comfort zone at times, but I’m great at listening and understanding what my clients want and need.
Whether it be concerns regarding anxiety, sex, self-esteem, or intimacy, I am here to help you develop healthy skills and reach the goals you would like to achieve through our work together.
The idea of going to therapy can be daunting and challenging for many…but it doesn’t have to be. (It can actually be pretty fun!) You tell me what you want, and I do what I can to help you achieve it. Sure, there may be challenging moments because I may push you out of your comfort zone at times, but I’m great at listening and understanding what my clients want and need.
Yvonka De Ridder
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
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!
DeVonna Jacobs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21224 (Online Only)
I believe that mental health is a journey and I hope to join you on that journey. My work is based in community wisdom, social justice, cultural humility, sex-positivity, and care and respect for all my client’s identities. I believe that therapy is a personal experience that can be supported by a mental health professional. I hope to be a part of that journey. I hold licensure in Maryland, Washington, DC and California.
I believe that mental health is a journey and I hope to join you on that journey. My work is based in community wisdom, social justice, cultural humility, sex-positivity, and care and respect for all my client’s identities. I believe that therapy is a personal experience that can be supported by a mental health professional. I hope to be a part of that journey. I hold licensure in Maryland, Washington, DC and California.
Prackind The Wellness Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lanham, MD 20706 (Online Only)
We offer mental health therapy for teens and adults, and premarital counseling and sex therapy services for adults and couples who need guidance navigating life’s obstacles and transitions.
Confession time: Do you feel stuck, isolated, on edge or believe you aren’t good enough? Are cultural, relationship or societal pressures setting you back? Are you less interested in or avoiding the things you used to enjoy? Tired of arguing with your partner when all you want is peace and understanding?
We offer mental health therapy for teens and adults, and premarital counseling and sex therapy services for adults and couples who need guidance navigating life’s obstacles and transitions.
Confession time: Do you feel stuck, isolated, on edge or believe you aren’t good enough? Are cultural, relationship or societal pressures setting you back? Are you less interested in or avoiding the things you used to enjoy? Tired of arguing with your partner when all you want is peace and understanding?
Dr. Donna Oriowo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, MEd, CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lanham, MD 20706 (Online Only)
Donna, trained in sex & relationship therapy, an expert on colorism & texturism and owner of AnnodRight.
Tired of being Superwoman? Do you feel like you just keep making the same bad relationship choices over and over again or maybe like you haven't communicated what you need well? Having trouble connecting with your partner intimately or sexually because something feels off? Are you feeling stuck? Self-esteem feeling low? Maybe you're feeling empty or you just don't want to do anything? All of it can feel heavy and lonely, especially when people keep saying "you got it" while offering no help. You're tired of being strong when you are really just TIRED, sad, & hopeless. I understand what you're going through.Need some help?
Donna, trained in sex & relationship therapy, an expert on colorism & texturism and owner of AnnodRight.
Tired of being Superwoman? Do you feel like you just keep making the same bad relationship choices over and over again or maybe like you haven't communicated what you need well? Having trouble connecting with your partner intimately or sexually because something feels off? Are you feeling stuck? Self-esteem feeling low? Maybe you're feeling empty or you just don't want to do anything? All of it can feel heavy and lonely, especially when people keep saying "you got it" while offering no help. You're tired of being strong when you are really just TIRED, sad, & hopeless. I understand what you're going through.Need some help?
Phyllis Agyapong
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
I specialize in couples therapy and work with clients on communication, conflict management, infidelity, premarital counseling, discernment counseling, divorce counseling, sex and intimacy issues and more.
Hello! I'm Phyllis and I'm a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide therapy for couples and individual adults. I help clients improve communication, trust, and security in their relationships. I work collaboratively with my clients and believe they are the expert on their lives. I focus on their strengths and help build upon them to overcome difficulties. I help clients identify what is already working well and we build skills that they can implement and use in their everyday lives. Overall, I offer clients a safe environment where they can be open, vulnerable, and challenged as they work to achieve their goals.
I specialize in couples therapy and work with clients on communication, conflict management, infidelity, premarital counseling, discernment counseling, divorce counseling, sex and intimacy issues and more.
Hello! I'm Phyllis and I'm a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide therapy for couples and individual adults. I help clients improve communication, trust, and security in their relationships. I work collaboratively with my clients and believe they are the expert on their lives. I focus on their strengths and help build upon them to overcome difficulties. I help clients identify what is already working well and we build skills that they can implement and use in their everyday lives. Overall, I offer clients a safe environment where they can be open, vulnerable, and challenged as they work to achieve their goals.
Cole Jaeschke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, MD 21716 (Online Only)
I welcome all clients who are interested in working on any issues which are interfering with their own happiness, including issues of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, gender identity, and adoption/fertility related issues. I work with each client individually to create goals that are purposeful, meaningful, and attainable. I frequently revisit treatment goals, so that clients can reflect their own process and progress in therapy.
I welcome all clients who are interested in working on any issues which are interfering with their own happiness, including issues of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, gender identity, and adoption/fertility related issues. I work with each client individually to create goals that are purposeful, meaningful, and attainable. I frequently revisit treatment goals, so that clients can reflect their own process and progress in therapy.
Jess Nysenbaum
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Tired of having the same argument with your partner or certain family members? Find it hard to talk about sex with your partner? If so, individual and/or couples therapy can help!
Tired of having the same argument with your partner or certain family members? Find it hard to talk about sex with your partner? If so, individual and/or couples therapy can help!
Susan Stork
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPCC, LPCMH, CST
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21201
Waitlist for new clients
In the intricate web of modern existence, where complexity thrives and our social circles contract, the vitality of our relationships, partnerships, and unions is elevated to unprecedented significance. As a practitioner deeply immersed in contemporary Jungian insights and inspired by the relational wisdom of Ester Perel, I serve as a guide—a Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Sex Therapist—committed to navigating individuals, couples, and families toward the realization of profound and nourishing connections.
In the intricate web of modern existence, where complexity thrives and our social circles contract, the vitality of our relationships, partnerships, and unions is elevated to unprecedented significance. As a practitioner deeply immersed in contemporary Jungian insights and inspired by the relational wisdom of Ester Perel, I serve as a guide—a Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Sex Therapist—committed to navigating individuals, couples, and families toward the realization of profound and nourishing connections.
Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
As culturally sensitive, sex positive and gender affirming clinicians we understand that the therapeutic relationship is very important.
Are you struggling? Feeling frustrated and lost? Do you long to find peace and happiness for yourself or within your relationship? Maybe it's time that you ask for help? At Mindful Marriage and Family, LLC, we are passionate about helping individuals and couples find out how to collaboratively create lasting change.
As culturally sensitive, sex positive and gender affirming clinicians we understand that the therapeutic relationship is very important.
Are you struggling? Feeling frustrated and lost? Do you long to find peace and happiness for yourself or within your relationship? Maybe it's time that you ask for help? At Mindful Marriage and Family, LLC, we are passionate about helping individuals and couples find out how to collaboratively create lasting change.
Melissa Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Sex Therapy.
Now accepting NEW clients — Feelings of anxiety, depression, and grief are totally normal responses in these difficult times. My goal as a therapist is to guide clients through whatever is keeping them from living their happiest lives — whether the issue is more recent/due to COVID, or a deeper issue that has been draining someone’s energy for years (or a lifetime). I operate from a collaborative, strengths-based perspective to help clients understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I help clients develop strategies to mitigate OCD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma/PTSD symptoms that interfere with their well-being.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Sex Therapy.
Now accepting NEW clients — Feelings of anxiety, depression, and grief are totally normal responses in these difficult times. My goal as a therapist is to guide clients through whatever is keeping them from living their happiest lives — whether the issue is more recent/due to COVID, or a deeper issue that has been draining someone’s energy for years (or a lifetime). I operate from a collaborative, strengths-based perspective to help clients understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I help clients develop strategies to mitigate OCD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma/PTSD symptoms that interfere with their well-being.
Cecelia van Rooyen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Bethesda, MD 20852
Not interested in sex therapy? That's okay, too! My best work is done with clients who want to better understand themselves and come with an open mind; I believe the therapy space allows for shared laughs as well as deep reflection and curiosity.
Are you looking to improve or better understand your sexual health? I have over 15 years of experience in mental health and a commitment to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore and address their sexual concerns and relationship issues. I have experience in offering help with couples counseling, sexual dysfunctions, LGBTQIA+ issues, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, kink/BDSM, and reducing sexual shame. I love working with clients to build a life with more joy, fulfillment, and pleasure.
Not interested in sex therapy? That's okay, too! My best work is done with clients who want to better understand themselves and come with an open mind; I believe the therapy space allows for shared laughs as well as deep reflection and curiosity.
Are you looking to improve or better understand your sexual health? I have over 15 years of experience in mental health and a commitment to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore and address their sexual concerns and relationship issues. I have experience in offering help with couples counseling, sexual dysfunctions, LGBTQIA+ issues, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, kink/BDSM, and reducing sexual shame. I love working with clients to build a life with more joy, fulfillment, and pleasure.
Nadia Williams LCPC, CST
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CST, CSCT
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21224 (Online Only)
I am a Certified Sex Therapist and trained in treating a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, sexual health issues, mood disorders, relationship problems, and life transitions.
In my practice, I believe in taking a friendly and non-judgmental manner with clients and view therapy as a collaboration. Seeking out a therapist can be a daunting task for anyone and I hope to make clients feel heard and comfortable by personalizing therapy to their needs. I utilize a variety of integrative therapeutic techniques ranging from cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution-focused to assist clients facing many difficulties within their lives.
I am a Certified Sex Therapist and trained in treating a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, sexual health issues, mood disorders, relationship problems, and life transitions.
In my practice, I believe in taking a friendly and non-judgmental manner with clients and view therapy as a collaboration. Seeking out a therapist can be a daunting task for anyone and I hope to make clients feel heard and comfortable by personalizing therapy to their needs. I utilize a variety of integrative therapeutic techniques ranging from cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution-focused to assist clients facing many difficulties within their lives.
Chris Kraft
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21210
As a psychologist/sexologist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist on faculty at Johns Hopkins University, I specialize in marital sexual functioning, problematic Internet sexual behaviors, and sexual addiction and compulsivity. I also specialize in intimacy challenges for couples and individuals who are looking to improve their happiness as it is related to their relationships. Common challenges to sexual satisfaction can include internet sexual problems, infidelity, marital conflicts, low sexual desire, erection and/or arousal difficulties, premature ejaculation or orgasm difficulties, and performance and sexual anxiety.
As a psychologist/sexologist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist on faculty at Johns Hopkins University, I specialize in marital sexual functioning, problematic Internet sexual behaviors, and sexual addiction and compulsivity. I also specialize in intimacy challenges for couples and individuals who are looking to improve their happiness as it is related to their relationships. Common challenges to sexual satisfaction can include internet sexual problems, infidelity, marital conflicts, low sexual desire, erection and/or arousal difficulties, premature ejaculation or orgasm difficulties, and performance and sexual anxiety.
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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.