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Cedar Hill Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Cedar Hill therapists have extensive training in areas of mental health, sexuality, identity, and knowledge of how those pieces intersect with other aspects of the human experience.
Cedar Hill Therapy provides sensitive, knowledgeable, evidence-based ​therapy to couples, families, & individuals. For some people, therapy is the beginning of a transformation for their lives and relationships; for others it can help them solve a specific issue and move forward with more confidence and less anxiety. Therapy may help you to see things in a different way or help make a decision that moves you forward.
Cedar Hill therapists have extensive training in areas of mental health, sexuality, identity, and knowledge of how those pieces intersect with other aspects of the human experience.
Cedar Hill Therapy provides sensitive, knowledgeable, evidence-based ​therapy to couples, families, & individuals. For some people, therapy is the beginning of a transformation for their lives and relationships; for others it can help them solve a specific issue and move forward with more confidence and less anxiety. Therapy may help you to see things in a different way or help make a decision that moves you forward.
(612) 284-4291 View (612) 284-4291
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Emily Steece
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55416
I work with individuals 18+ and am especially passionate about supporting couples (monogamous and non) explore various issues including sex and intimacy, gender identity, life transitions, relationship issues, and anxiety.
I believe that everyone is the expert on themselves, but at times this expertise can be difficult to harness due to the curveballs life often throws our way. My approach is empathetic, flexible, non-judgmental with a dash of humor, and some occasional colorful language. I can also be very direct when needed. Utilizing both trauma-informed and attachment-based perspectives, I will collaborate with you on discovering that expertise. I am passionate about diversity and inclusion which allows me to honor the unique needs of everyone who grants me the privilege of joining them on their journey.
I work with individuals 18+ and am especially passionate about supporting couples (monogamous and non) explore various issues including sex and intimacy, gender identity, life transitions, relationship issues, and anxiety.
I believe that everyone is the expert on themselves, but at times this expertise can be difficult to harness due to the curveballs life often throws our way. My approach is empathetic, flexible, non-judgmental with a dash of humor, and some occasional colorful language. I can also be very direct when needed. Utilizing both trauma-informed and attachment-based perspectives, I will collaborate with you on discovering that expertise. I am passionate about diversity and inclusion which allows me to honor the unique needs of everyone who grants me the privilege of joining them on their journey.
(763) 265-6228 View (763) 265-6228
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Nicole L Thomte
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, She, Her
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rochester, MN 55904  (Online Only)
My focus in my practice is to serve those individuals, couples, and families who live outside the confines of dominant society's expectations. I offer affirmative therapy for LGBTQIA+/kink/CNM/polyam/etc persons, using a largely solution-focused approach from an intersectional feminist lens. I know that these populations are underserved in current society, and my goal is for you to have the inclusive support you deserve to improve your life the way you want. I am also interested in sex-positive therapy and sex therapy, while still recognizing the validity of asexuality in its own spectrum.
My focus in my practice is to serve those individuals, couples, and families who live outside the confines of dominant society's expectations. I offer affirmative therapy for LGBTQIA+/kink/CNM/polyam/etc persons, using a largely solution-focused approach from an intersectional feminist lens. I know that these populations are underserved in current society, and my goal is for you to have the inclusive support you deserve to improve your life the way you want. I am also interested in sex-positive therapy and sex therapy, while still recognizing the validity of asexuality in its own spectrum.
(507) 260-3990 View (507) 260-3990
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Caroline Hoppmann
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edina, MN 55439
Caroline is also a trained sex therapist, so she is adept at helping individuals and couples discover and build a satisfying and sustainable sexuality.
Caroline is the perfect fit for clients that are looking for a more relaxed, new-age, and open-minded approach to therapy. She is not stuffy or dull at all. She’s a perfect blend of calming yogi, curious friend, and passionate professional.
Caroline is also a trained sex therapist, so she is adept at helping individuals and couples discover and build a satisfying and sustainable sexuality.
Caroline is the perfect fit for clients that are looking for a more relaxed, new-age, and open-minded approach to therapy. She is not stuffy or dull at all. She’s a perfect blend of calming yogi, curious friend, and passionate professional.
(952) 658-7168 View (952) 658-7168
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G Zachariah White
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55114  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Sex from the center means having your choices about sexual behavior come from your deepest and most cherished values.
I would like to help you overcome whatever it is that interferes with your sexual, emotional, or relational health. I will work with you to create a safe and compassionate space where you can see yourself and your problem in a new light. Together we will examine how the problem came into your life, how it affects you, and how you might change your relationship with it. I have experience working with lesbian, gay, straight, bisexual, transgender, queer, polyamorous, and kinky clients individually and with partners.
Sex from the center means having your choices about sexual behavior come from your deepest and most cherished values.
I would like to help you overcome whatever it is that interferes with your sexual, emotional, or relational health. I will work with you to create a safe and compassionate space where you can see yourself and your problem in a new light. Together we will examine how the problem came into your life, how it affects you, and how you might change your relationship with it. I have experience working with lesbian, gay, straight, bisexual, transgender, queer, polyamorous, and kinky clients individually and with partners.
(612) 354-8130 View (612) 354-8130
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Leah Bonine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55415
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I work from a trauma-informed, harm reduction, sex positive, attachment-based lens. I specialize in working with adults from diverse backgrounds, particularly the LGBTQ+ community. I see clients for individual therapy. I especially enjoy working with creative people and have a deep understanding of the creative process. I am trained in EMDR, AEDP and DBT.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I work from a trauma-informed, harm reduction, sex positive, attachment-based lens. I specialize in working with adults from diverse backgrounds, particularly the LGBTQ+ community. I see clients for individual therapy. I especially enjoy working with creative people and have a deep understanding of the creative process. I am trained in EMDR, AEDP and DBT.
(612) 800-0486 View (612) 800-0486
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Mackenzie Allyn Gosa
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55104  (Online Only)
I currently work at Through Therapy Collective in Minneapolis, focusing on serving the LGBTQIA+ community, young adults navigating trauma & life transitions, and individuals and couples seeking sex therapy.
As your therapist, I am interested in accompanying you on the exploration of your inner world. I believe self-acceptance & self-compassion are key to our liberation, and there are few places you can go that I can't follow. Our work together will include 1. Getting to know the different parts of you, including those parts that most of us tend to reject and/or repress 2. Examining and deconstructing cultural messages you may have received growing up around sexuality, gender, vulnerability, & intimacy 3. Working to reveal the underbelly of shame by allowing it to transform into your greatest strength.
I currently work at Through Therapy Collective in Minneapolis, focusing on serving the LGBTQIA+ community, young adults navigating trauma & life transitions, and individuals and couples seeking sex therapy.
As your therapist, I am interested in accompanying you on the exploration of your inner world. I believe self-acceptance & self-compassion are key to our liberation, and there are few places you can go that I can't follow. Our work together will include 1. Getting to know the different parts of you, including those parts that most of us tend to reject and/or repress 2. Examining and deconstructing cultural messages you may have received growing up around sexuality, gender, vulnerability, & intimacy 3. Working to reveal the underbelly of shame by allowing it to transform into your greatest strength.
(651) 413-9084 View (651) 413-9084
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Shiloh Finch
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
I specialize in working with queer and trans individuals and relational units, and particularly enjoy working with folks exploring gender and sexuality. I also work with individuals who are navigating relationships/polyamory, sexual identity and sexual health, neurodivergence, and complex trauma. I center my work around anti-colonialism & anti-capitalism, anti-racism, and queer liberation. I believe in the power of presence, connection, & laughter. As a queer clinician, I work from an affirming, sex positive, trauma-informed, and client-centered lens, & take a relational and emotion focused approach.
I specialize in working with queer and trans individuals and relational units, and particularly enjoy working with folks exploring gender and sexuality. I also work with individuals who are navigating relationships/polyamory, sexual identity and sexual health, neurodivergence, and complex trauma. I center my work around anti-colonialism & anti-capitalism, anti-racism, and queer liberation. I believe in the power of presence, connection, & laughter. As a queer clinician, I work from an affirming, sex positive, trauma-informed, and client-centered lens, & take a relational and emotion focused approach.
(763) 309-8829 View (763) 309-8829
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Steven Freund
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110  (Online Only)
I focus on work with couples, poly groups and sex therapy.
I want to support you in the analysis of your, patterns, challenges and transitions. Are you unsure of your direction, your next move? Do you find yourself in familiar place, in spite of the fact that you've changed partners, jobs or the place you live? I've been there and at one particularly trying time in my life decided to go back to school and study RELATIONSHIPS. What I learned, backed by contemporary research, changed my life and set me on the path to helping others. KNOWLEDGE can help you establish a more satisfying direction and life. Start today with a free phone consultation or half hour session.
I focus on work with couples, poly groups and sex therapy.
I want to support you in the analysis of your, patterns, challenges and transitions. Are you unsure of your direction, your next move? Do you find yourself in familiar place, in spite of the fact that you've changed partners, jobs or the place you live? I've been there and at one particularly trying time in my life decided to go back to school and study RELATIONSHIPS. What I learned, backed by contemporary research, changed my life and set me on the path to helping others. KNOWLEDGE can help you establish a more satisfying direction and life. Start today with a free phone consultation or half hour session.
(651) 413-6471 View (651) 413-6471
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Mari Tankenoff
Psychologist, MA, LP, PhD, CC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55416  (Online Only)
I am particularly interested in cultivating and sustaining total-person (mind-body-spirit) care, self-care, and wellness—especially in response to life changes and transitions, health issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, intimacy, sexuality, relationships, and work issues.
I am dedicated to human sustainability. I have an expansive, holistic, and inclusive perspective of humanity and the lived human experience. As a Licensed Psychologist since 1993, I have worked with individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations motivated to experience well-being, improved relationships, inner peace, efficacy, empowerment, and flourishing. In response to life’s challenges, suffering, and transitions, therapy can offer powerful, transformative healing and forward movement. I strive to create emotional safety for our work together, offering my wholeness of presence to meet your own.
I am particularly interested in cultivating and sustaining total-person (mind-body-spirit) care, self-care, and wellness—especially in response to life changes and transitions, health issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, intimacy, sexuality, relationships, and work issues.
I am dedicated to human sustainability. I have an expansive, holistic, and inclusive perspective of humanity and the lived human experience. As a Licensed Psychologist since 1993, I have worked with individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations motivated to experience well-being, improved relationships, inner peace, efficacy, empowerment, and flourishing. In response to life’s challenges, suffering, and transitions, therapy can offer powerful, transformative healing and forward movement. I strive to create emotional safety for our work together, offering my wholeness of presence to meet your own.
(612) 260-5169 x2 View (612) 260-5169 x2
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Erin C Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Edina, MN 55424
Waitlist for new clients
I bring warmth, curiosity, practicality and a sex-positive approach to both individual and couples therapy.
Estimated 8-12 week wait. I have been a therapist for over 15 years and currently own a group practice in Edina. I provide therapy for individuals who want help with sexual concerns, disordered eating maintenance/body image recovery, prenatal/postpartum issues, burnout/moral injury in helping fields, trauma recovery, and problematic drinking/sober curiosities. I want to understand what it is you hold most dear and find meaningful in your life and relationships. By doing this, I can help you identify and navigate how to align with your values, intentionally, through awareness of unhelpful patterns and incremental behavioral change.
I bring warmth, curiosity, practicality and a sex-positive approach to both individual and couples therapy.
Estimated 8-12 week wait. I have been a therapist for over 15 years and currently own a group practice in Edina. I provide therapy for individuals who want help with sexual concerns, disordered eating maintenance/body image recovery, prenatal/postpartum issues, burnout/moral injury in helping fields, trauma recovery, and problematic drinking/sober curiosities. I want to understand what it is you hold most dear and find meaningful in your life and relationships. By doing this, I can help you identify and navigate how to align with your values, intentionally, through awareness of unhelpful patterns and incremental behavioral change.
(952) 856-3786 View (952) 856-3786
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Jac Stringer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403  (Online Only)
I am a trans-genderqueer femme, disabled radical activist & social worker. I practice trauma-focused feminist therapy exclusively for trans youth & young adults ages 13-25. I provide healthcare letters for all ages, youth and adults, in one 30 min session. My specialties surround gender & sexuality, & trauma survivors experiencing depression, bipolar, anxiety, self-harm, suicidality, disability, chronic pain, multiples/alters, dissociation, sexual assault, & histories with abuse & violence. I am body, sex, & kink positive, poly-inclusive, value accountability, & recognize the intersectional impact of systematic oppression.
I am a trans-genderqueer femme, disabled radical activist & social worker. I practice trauma-focused feminist therapy exclusively for trans youth & young adults ages 13-25. I provide healthcare letters for all ages, youth and adults, in one 30 min session. My specialties surround gender & sexuality, & trauma survivors experiencing depression, bipolar, anxiety, self-harm, suicidality, disability, chronic pain, multiples/alters, dissociation, sexual assault, & histories with abuse & violence. I am body, sex, & kink positive, poly-inclusive, value accountability, & recognize the intersectional impact of systematic oppression.
(612) 439-2225 View (612) 439-2225
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Rachel Mickelson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LAMFT, CYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55407
I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating challenges such as sex and intimacy, communication, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of positive change in therapy. My practice is rooted in collaborative co-creation, where I work with individuals and couples who are eager to embark on a journey of growth, healing, and transformation. Together, we’ll shed patterns and coping strategies that no longer serve you and uncover fresh ways to nurture deeper connections with yourself and your partner. Within our sessions, you'll find a warm, calm, and nonjudgmental space to support your exploration.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating challenges such as sex and intimacy, communication, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of positive change in therapy. My practice is rooted in collaborative co-creation, where I work with individuals and couples who are eager to embark on a journey of growth, healing, and transformation. Together, we’ll shed patterns and coping strategies that no longer serve you and uncover fresh ways to nurture deeper connections with yourself and your partner. Within our sessions, you'll find a warm, calm, and nonjudgmental space to support your exploration.
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Sarah Mathews MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! Being human is a beautiful and vulnerable experience that doesn't always have directions or clear answers. You may be here because you feel struck in patterns that are holding you back or feel overwhelmed, anxious, and stressed in your daily life. You may be seeking help because you feel stuck in your relationship(s) or want to feel more free in your sexuality or sexual identity and are unsure how to proceed. And if you are a highly sensitive and/or nuero-diverse person, the world can feel complicated! If you are longing to live authentically and experience meaningful relationships, you've come to the right place!
Welcome! Being human is a beautiful and vulnerable experience that doesn't always have directions or clear answers. You may be here because you feel struck in patterns that are holding you back or feel overwhelmed, anxious, and stressed in your daily life. You may be seeking help because you feel stuck in your relationship(s) or want to feel more free in your sexuality or sexual identity and are unsure how to proceed. And if you are a highly sensitive and/or nuero-diverse person, the world can feel complicated! If you are longing to live authentically and experience meaningful relationships, you've come to the right place!
(651) 401-8279 View (651) 401-8279
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Steven Erhart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-CO, LPCC-MN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416  (Online Only)
Now providing on-line therapy to residence in Minnesota (Self-Pay only) and Colorado (Insurance and Self-Pay) . With over two decades of experience as a mental health therapist, I work with those struggling with life concerns that are keeping them from being the person they truly long to be. Specializing in treatment of abuse and trauma to self-worth, identity, sex therapy, depression, stress, and/or relationship issues.
Now providing on-line therapy to residence in Minnesota (Self-Pay only) and Colorado (Insurance and Self-Pay) . With over two decades of experience as a mental health therapist, I work with those struggling with life concerns that are keeping them from being the person they truly long to be. Specializing in treatment of abuse and trauma to self-worth, identity, sex therapy, depression, stress, and/or relationship issues.
(612) 482-5525 View (612) 482-5525
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Sierra Claeson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mahtomedi, MN 55115  (Online Only)
I'm here to help you with life transitions, OCD, anxiety, depression, sex-related concerns, and feelings of disconnection and loneliness.
Hello! I'm currently accepting new clients! I’m glad you’re here! Reading therapist bios and reaching out for therapy takes an enormous amount of courage and so proud of you for taking that first step! My job as your therapist is to help you navigate distress- while discovering worthiness, purpose and meaning in your life. I will gently push you towards your goals, and challenge you at times, in a way that feels supportive and kind. I will work from the perspective of your values, to help you move through stressors with awareness and insight. Working on this will guide you on a safe and nurturing journey that is well-worth taking!
I'm here to help you with life transitions, OCD, anxiety, depression, sex-related concerns, and feelings of disconnection and loneliness.
Hello! I'm currently accepting new clients! I’m glad you’re here! Reading therapist bios and reaching out for therapy takes an enormous amount of courage and so proud of you for taking that first step! My job as your therapist is to help you navigate distress- while discovering worthiness, purpose and meaning in your life. I will gently push you towards your goals, and challenge you at times, in a way that feels supportive and kind. I will work from the perspective of your values, to help you move through stressors with awareness and insight. Working on this will guide you on a safe and nurturing journey that is well-worth taking!
(763) 225-1691 View (763) 225-1691
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Kaylee Audrey Bond
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55418
I specialize with children 0-5, neurodivergent/queer/questioning people of all ages, and couples. My individual sessions are trauma informed and social justice oriented with children, teens, and adults. I love helping with skills for neurodivergence, adjusting to life changes, parenting, pre/post natal and relationship issues. My couples are often Queer, Polyam, and Kink; although all couples are welcome. I also help couples with mental health impacts, parenting, sex issues, and identity.
I specialize with children 0-5, neurodivergent/queer/questioning people of all ages, and couples. My individual sessions are trauma informed and social justice oriented with children, teens, and adults. I love helping with skills for neurodivergence, adjusting to life changes, parenting, pre/post natal and relationship issues. My couples are often Queer, Polyam, and Kink; although all couples are welcome. I also help couples with mental health impacts, parenting, sex issues, and identity.
(763) 415-7880 View (763) 415-7880
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Carolyn Menger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Fridley, MN 55432
Carolyn earned a certificate in Sex Therapy, and utilizes a sex positive approach in her work with clients.
Carolyn works primarily with adults, and has experience working with chemical dependency, people living with HIV, LGBTQ+ folks, life transitions, people in non-traditional relationship models (such as polyamory and people belonging to kink communities) and mood disorders.
Carolyn earned a certificate in Sex Therapy, and utilizes a sex positive approach in her work with clients.
Carolyn works primarily with adults, and has experience working with chemical dependency, people living with HIV, LGBTQ+ folks, life transitions, people in non-traditional relationship models (such as polyamory and people belonging to kink communities) and mood disorders.
(763) 373-6814 x474 View (763) 373-6814 x474
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Jennifer Hooyman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55409
I focus on helping you build and maintain healthy relationships: personal, professional, romantic and sexual relationships. This includes individual counseling, couples counseling, and sex therapy. In individual counseling we can talk through trauma, negative thoughts, adjustments, questions of identity, happiness, or life goals. If you are having questions about intimacy, desire, shame, kink, sexual performance or desire, sex therapy may be right for you. You may be feeling a loss of connection, a wall of miscommunication and a mountain of unmet needs within your relationship and I will help you find that connection and joy.
I focus on helping you build and maintain healthy relationships: personal, professional, romantic and sexual relationships. This includes individual counseling, couples counseling, and sex therapy. In individual counseling we can talk through trauma, negative thoughts, adjustments, questions of identity, happiness, or life goals. If you are having questions about intimacy, desire, shame, kink, sexual performance or desire, sex therapy may be right for you. You may be feeling a loss of connection, a wall of miscommunication and a mountain of unmet needs within your relationship and I will help you find that connection and joy.
(763) 265-6103 View (763) 265-6103
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Elliot C Nuckols
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPS, LADC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
Waitlist for new clients
Much of my work is centered around gender – from issues surrounding identity exploration, to social/medical transition, to gender dysphoria, to gender-identity-related interpersonal challenges. Some of my favorite work is in helping to bridge the communication gaps between teens and their families after a teen has come out as trans/gender nonconforming! I also have experience with depression, anxiety, substance use, military families, sexuality and sexual health, emetophobia (phobia of vomit), phase-of-life challenges, uncertainty/anxiety about the future, kink/BDSM, and partner conflict/miscommunication.
Much of my work is centered around gender – from issues surrounding identity exploration, to social/medical transition, to gender dysphoria, to gender-identity-related interpersonal challenges. Some of my favorite work is in helping to bridge the communication gaps between teens and their families after a teen has come out as trans/gender nonconforming! I also have experience with depression, anxiety, substance use, military families, sexuality and sexual health, emetophobia (phobia of vomit), phase-of-life challenges, uncertainty/anxiety about the future, kink/BDSM, and partner conflict/miscommunication.
(612) 662-4116 View (612) 662-4116

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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.