Sex Therapy
Sex therapy is a specialized talk therapy that helps both couples and individuals experiencing sexual issues. It examines medical, psychological, personal, and interpersonal barriers towards pleasure, sex, and intimacy.
In sex therapy, couples and individuals explore issues causing dissatisfaction and gain tangible tools and techniques to improve their sexual relationships and sex life.
Common issues treated in sex therapy are:
Pelvic Pain Disorders (Vestibulodynia, Vulvodynia, Vaginismus, Pudendal Neuralgia, Dyspareunia)
Anxiety with sexual activity or penetration
Unconsummated Marriage
Differences in Desire
Low Desire
Difficulty with orgasm
Intimacy and Relationships
Erectile Dysfunction
Premature Ejaculation
Performance Anxiety
Sexual Aversion
Sexual Trauma and Sexual Abuse
Out of Control Compulsive Sexual Behavior
LGBT concerns
Gender and sexual orientation concerns
Dating concerns and pre-marital counseling
Exploring poly/kink/BDSM/ethical non-monogamy
In sex therapy we will explore:
The influence of multiple factors such as psychological, medical, cultural, societal, or religious aspects of our lives that are impacting our sexual functioning. Often our early life experiences in our families of origin and culture impact our perceptions and feelings about our bodies, sexuality, sexual performance, and fantasies or attractions.
All of these together, can create thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that can affect our sexual functioning and sexual satisfaction. Together, we will examine each of these areas and see how to help you and your relationships begin sexually thriving.
What can Sex Therapy Help with?
Sex therapy can help you explore and express your sexual self with confidence, freedom, and lack of shame. It can also help improve your sex and intimacy life through learning how to communicate about sex, redefine sex, and overcome barriers negatively impacting pleasure.
