Sex Therapy
Counseling for Individuals and Couples
What is Sex Therapy?
Your sex life is a tangible representation of your emotional life. Sex therapy addresses emotional and sexual difficulties within an individual or within a committed relationship. There is never any nudity or sexual touching during a session. The therapist utilizes therapeutic talk therapy methods to address underlying emotional, relational, biological, and physical issues which are impacting your relationship inside and outside the bedroom.
During the course of sex therapy we address topics such as low self-esteem, orgasmic difficulties, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, pain during intercourse, problems with desire, arousal and intimacy, and help you cultivate an ability to be emotionally and mentally present with yourself and your partner. Contact us for a Free Consultation to learn more about our approach and to gain hope for intimacy and connection in your sexual relationship.
Sex therapy can help you move from simply “getting through” a sexual encounter with your partner, to enjoying the intimacy of an authentic connection.
The Course of Treatment
We first meet with the couple to gain an understanding of the primary concern and of how it is impacting your relationship. Next, we meet with each individual to conduct a thorough assessment of personal and relational history. Finally, we prescribe a specialized treatment plan to address your concerns. Together with you, we review the treatment plan after approximately 2 months of treatment to assess for progress and to ensure you are utilizing the tools and insights you are gaining from therapy in your relationship.
Working with a Certified Sex Therapist Makes a Difference.
Some therapists and counselors are offering sex therapy without the the proper training and certification. Much training, practical experience and supervision goes into becoming a sex therapist. Certified Sex Therapists have undergone additional, post graduate school education, training, and supervision in order to gain this credential. For more information please see the American Association of Sex Therapists, Educators, and Counselors requirements for certification as a Sex Therapist.
We encourage you to advocate for yourself and work with a sex therapist that is in the course of certification or is currently certified by a recognized Sexology Board such as AASECT, ABS, or ABCST.
Typical Concerns
- Erectile Disorder
- Delayed Ejaculation
- Orgasmic Difficulties
- Painful Intercourse
- Desire Discrepancy
- Premature Ejaculation
- Body Image Concerns
- Emotional Intimacy
- Affair Recovery
