Sex Therapy in Houston, TX
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Hendrix Scott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified
Sex
Therapist in my 30's.
When did you learn conflict resolution while you were growing up? And, from who? These questions are often met with laughter and a quick reply of, "I didn't," when I ask clients during our sessions. How can you be expected to utilize skills that you may have never learned? We don't inherently know how to have healthy relationships with partners and/or ourselves. Give you and your partner (or potential partners) a break. Please seek help before you allow your pride to ignore the obvious signs of distress.
Not accepting new clients

Christopher Frier Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSW, MBA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you choose to rebuild I provide relationship and
sex therapy
.
I work with people who want better relationships. I specialize in working with clients who are facing stay or go decisions in their relationships. The options are to stay and suffer, rebuild together, or say goodbye. I can help with the second and third options. I am LBGTQIA friendly, polyamory friendly, and kink friendly.

Haley Novosad Ortega
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I am board-certified counselor, I have special interests in
sex therapy
and am currently pursuing a certification through AASECT (American Association of
Sexuality
Educators, Counselors, and Therapists).
I maintain a small case load of clients, we work closely on creating treatment plans and goals. I utilize the Gottman Method and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, intakes include quite a few empirically research based assessments. This is too help maximize our time in session.

David M. Latini
Psychologist, PhD, MSCP, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have a particular expertise in behavioral medicine, cancer, chronic illness and sexual health/
sex therapy
.
My approach to helping is supportive and collaborative. I want to work with you on agreed upon goals to help you improve your functioning in your daily life and in your relationships. My work is primarily from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy model, with some influence by Emotionally Focused Therapy and with insights from dynamic approaches where appropriate. My own personal development work has been influenced by Jungian and Buddhist writings. Kink/poly/CNM friendly!!

Viviana A. Coles
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT-S, CST
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
com, National
Sex Therapy
Institute- www.
I am a Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy/Certified
Sex
Therapist/Author of "The 4 Intimacy Styles" and "The Dr. Viviana Method for Intimate Reconnection" (online program for couples). My therapeutic approach is brief and solution-oriented, so I do recognize the importance of how my clients' problems have come about, but I place a higher value on offering my clients new and fresh solutions. I take into account what clients have tried in the past and help them to come up with changes that will be long-lasting and efficient.

Ty David Lerman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CST, CHT
Verified
Verified
My actual certification as a
Sex
Therapist, and near completion of a PhD in Clinical Sexology set me apart from merely an "LGBTQ+ affirming" therapist.
Finding the right therapist is sometimes the hardest part of the counseling process. The challenge of matching a therapist's personality and approach to counseling with a client's needs can sometimes feel like trial and error, but is a vital part of the process. I believe that the start of any new relationship, therapeutic or otherwise, begins with building rapport and simply becoming comfortable with each other. Once established, the real work can begin.

Rocio J Tharp
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, Ed, LMFT, LPC, CST
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with people from diverse backgrounds: couples, families, individuals and groups -either, in English or Spanish. Issues explored: relations, career, personal challenges, trauma and family dynamics; also, gender roles, power and control issues, inequality, intimacy,
sexuality
, conflict and self-awareness. I provide my clients with a friendly environment that facilitates exploration, and the possibility of seeing old patterns from a different angle; with deep respect, an interested presence, and a curious attitude about my client's point of view. I believe in the power of healthy relationships. Relationships can be transformed if we are ready to re-invent ourselves.

Houston Premarital Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
For mental health professionals: National
Sex Therapy
Institute-
Sex Therapy
Certification Program- for info, please visit www.
We are proud to exclusively offer the "Get It Right: Private Premarital Counseling Program". 10-Sessions Full Program. One-of-its-kind Same-
Sex
version is available! Christian version available for those who have a preference. Visit www.HoustonRelationshipTherapy.com for details and to schedule your private premarital counseling experience.

Brittany Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, CST-Can
Verified
Verified
I am a Certified
Sex
Therapist-Candidate through the Texas
Sex Therapy
- Institute.
I understand it can be difficult to reach out for help when individuals are feeling overwhelmed, confused and scared. I appreciate and affirm the courage it takes to enter a therapeutic setting and into a therapeutic relationship. It is important to honor each client’s individual journey towards happiness, wholeness and health. I strive to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for all individuals and topics. I believe that providing a safe judgement free environment is essential to address sensitive and personal issues.

Meryl S Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I teach
Sexuality
at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work.
For over 30 years, I have trained and counseled therapists, health professionals, individuals and couples to address healthy
sexuality
in an open and honest way. As a certified
sex
educator through AASECT, I bring a psycho-educational focus to work collaboratively with you to find your path to sexual health. You have the wisdom and knowledge of your sexual wants, desires and needs. I will help you communicate those wants with clarity, focus and comfort. I provide that comfortable environment to address how anxiety, past trauma, body image, shame or negative sexual messaging may impact your relationships and sexual comfort.

Emily Jamea
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LMFT, LPC, CST
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Get to know me by subscribing to my podcast,
Sex
and Love and subscribe for the opportunity to get your question answered.
Do you feel stuck in your relationship? Do you miss the sense of aliveness you once felt? Perhaps you’re having difficulty overcoming various sexual challenges. Does performance anxiety, frustration with your orgasm, or sexual pain stop you from fully experiencing pleasure? Has it caused tension within your relationship? Maybe you’ve read books, articles, or even consulted with your doctor, but nothing works. You’re not alone. I’ve built my career, one which I feel so passionately about, around helping people just like you.

Houston Relationship Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
For Mental Health pros: National
Sex Therapy
Institute-
Sex Therapy
Certification Program- for info, please visit www.
We provide Individual and Couples Counseling,
Sex Therapy
, and Private Premarital Counseling services. The majority of clients that we see are couples and individuals experiencing personal and relationship difficulties, usually revolving around physical and sexual intimacy. Our therapeutic approach is brief and solution-oriented, meaning that while we do recognize the importance of how our clients' problems have come about, we place a higher value on offering our clients new and fresh solutions. We take into account what clients have tried in the past and help them to come up with changes that will be long-lasting and efficient.

Jaime Cohen
MS, PhD
3 Endorsed
3 Endorsed
Trained in
sex therapy
at The Kinsey Institute's Sexual Health Clinic.
Couples Coaching involves altering relationship dynamics by improving communication, decreasing conflict, improving commitment, teaching how to provide support, build trust, emotional intimacy & sexual satisfaction. Individual Coaching is supportive, non-judgmental, & goal oriented. We will find new strategies to overcome life barriers, & develop new skills to attain your goals. I want to empower you to take control of your life, & teach you how to contribute to your own happiness. I focus on changing ineffective beliefs and behaviors that contribute to current problems, & foster more adaptive, flexible, & efficient solutions.

Donna G Hughes
Psychologist, PhD, LSOTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with a variety of goals and concerns but also have special expertise in the areas of PTSD/Trauma Resolution, Sexual Trauma, Singles/Divorce issues, Dating Coaching, Couples/
Sex therapy
, & compulsive or problematic patterns with
sex
, porn, or infidelity/affairs.
Whether you are seeking a brief, solution-focused consultation or more in-depth psychotherapy for personal growth, resolving past trauma, or breaking unhealthy personal or relationship patterns, my goal is to help you achieve the results you are seeking in a confidential, comfortable, nonjudgmental setting. My practice is a full-service, psychological consulting practice. I offer individual, couples, and other types of relationship therapy, and I have experience helping all ages and backgrounds. I also offer Premarital Counseling and Dating/Relationship Coaching to help you achieve more successful connections.
Waitlist for new clients

Katherine Mitchell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, CST, LPC
Verified
Verified
As a Certified
Sex
Therapist, I feel comfortable discussing many aspects of
sex
.
Currently have a waitlist created for clients looking to receive therapy in the near future. You should be so proud of yourself for seeking support for yourself/relationship! I strive to empower clients and help you to see your own resiliency; YOU are much stronger than you know! Let's discuss what you've already tried, while also focusing on the present and future in session. I aim to cultivate a non-judgmental, accepting environment where you feel safe sharing your deepest thoughts and emotions. I want to help you cultivate the life, joy, and relationship you desire!

Jennifer Reeves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S, CST-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Things like “dead bed”, poor communication, argumentative relationships, erectile concerns, navigating ethical non monogamy, infidelity, pain during
sex
, lack of emotional connection, co-parenting issues, and infertility just to name a few.
Are you and your partner feeling “like roommates”? Are you fighting all the time? Never fighting, but not really talking either? Talking, but getting no where? Or just feeling disconnected from one another? I can help! Whether you’re dealing with communication problems, desire concerns, infidelity, infertility, feeling unappreciated or just going through the motions; I’ve helped individuals and couples just like you. You are not alone! Give me a call if you’re tired of the way it’s been and you’re motivated to have a healthier relationship, with yourself and/or your partner, as we head into 2023.

Sarah Sepolio
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
My approach uses elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness,
Sex Therapy
, VR therapy, and draw on LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy.
Do you struggle to understand or name your feelings, needs, and desires? Maybe you’re challenged in your relationships to communicate freely and feel disconnected, unheard, or unsafe. Perhaps you and your partner need help with your relationship,
sex
, and intimacy. Having healthy relationships with others gives us the strength to be the most authentic version of ourselves. As a psychotherapist my work is driven by the deeply held belief that people get better. My aim for you is to feel understood, accepted, and supported. I believe in creating a warm space where you feel safe to express yourself freely and to truly feel heard.

Estefania Ballesteros
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified
Sex
Therapist who has extensive experience working with couples who struggle with assertive communication in their relationships and wish to learn new and healthier ways to interact with one another. I also specialize in working with clients facing sexual/intimacy issues such as sexless marriages, low libido, and sexual shame. At my practice I offer premarital counseling and work with clients that deal with anxiety, depression, adjustment to life transitions, stress management, grief, and loss. My clients report noticing improvement in their challenges after 4-6 sessions.

Jill Marie Gracely
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's Degree in Social Work from the Graduate College of Social Work at the University of Houston. I have a Sexual Health Certificate from the University of Michigan with a specialization in
sex therapy
. I work mainly with adults, although I have experience working with adolescents, couples, and families. I want obtain as much knowledge as possible in the areas of mental health and sexual health to offer empathic and effective services to clients who may be seeking therapy.

Chelsea Koutroulis
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, CST-Can
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am also a Certified
Sex Therapy
Candidate.
Therapy is about finding what works best for you! Your goals are your goals as long as they are safe, sane, and consensual. As a counselor, I am passionate about working collaboratively with adults and couples that may be struggling with presenting concerns in their behavior, emotions, and/or relationships. I typically work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, intimacy, and relationship concerns; as well as those who are looking to improve their overall wellness and who are looking to heal. I am also Ethical Non-Monogamy, Alternative Lifestyle, and
Sex
-Positive-Kink Allied.
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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.