Sex Therapy

What is Sex Therapy?

Sex therapy is a psychotherapy focused on emotional, psychological, and relational issues tied to sexuality.

It helps individuals or couples resolve problems with sexual health, intimacy, desire, communication, or dysfunction.

Sessions combine talk therapy, education, and behavioral exercises to foster a safe, non-judgmental space for discussing concerns and improving sexual and emotional well-being.

The Kinsey Institute reports that approximately 80% of couples experience some form of sexual difficulty or dissatisfaction at some point in their relationship. This can include issues like communication problems, mismatched libido, or physical challenges.

Sex Therapy can address some the following concerns:

  • "I don’t feel connected to my partner anymore."

  • "I’ve lost interest in sex, and I don’t know why."

  • "I feel anxious or self-conscious during sex."

  • "We don’t communicate about sex, and it’s causing problems."

  • "I’ve been through trauma, and it’s affecting my sex life."

  • "We’re having the same fight over and over, and it’s about sex."

  • "I feel ashamed of my sexual desires."

  • "I don’t know how to talk to my partner about what I need."

These statements highlight concerns that sex therapy can address, whether individual or relational.

You deserve a satisfying sex life. Whether facing intimacy challenges solo or as a couple, we can find solutions to enhance understanding and connection.

Some Benefits of Sex Therapy:

  • Improved Communication

  • Increased Sexual Satisfaction

  • Overcoming anxiety or stress around sex

  • Healing from Sexual Trauma

  • Enhanced intimacy and Emotional Connection

  • Increased Confidence and Self-Esteem

  • Better Understanding Sexual Desires

  • More Fullfilling Relationships

  • A Safe, Non-Judgement Space

Some Risks of Sex Therapy:

  • Emotional Discomfort

  • Unresolved Trauma

  • Past Abuse

  • Unrealistic Expectations

  • Feeling Overexposed or Vulnerable

  • Disagreement or Conflict Between Partners

  • Stigma or Shame around the topic of Sex

“Healing and growth start when we permit ourselves to explore and embrace our sexuality with compassion and without judgment”

  • No. Sex therapy benefits both individuals and couples. It helps with personal sexual concerns, body image issues, anxiety, low libido, and trauma.

    The goal is to enhance one's relationship with their sexuality, emotions, and desires, making it a valuable resource for anyone, single or in a relationship.

  • In a sex therapy session, you’ll discuss concerns related to relationships, sexual health, or intimacy.

    We’ll set clear goals and depending on your needs, I might guide you through techniques to manage anxiety or shame and assign exercises to reinforce progress.

  • You control what you share. The focus is on understanding and improving your current situation, not on your past unless relevant.

    While I may ask about your sexual history to understand factors affecting your experiences, you should only share what you're comfortable with.

  • The duration for sex therapy depends on several factors. Some of these factors are topics addressed, frequency of sessions, and application of lessons learned.

    Some see progress after a few sessions if issues are simple, while deeper emotional factors may take months.

    Duration of therapy is individualized to your needs.