What is Sex Therapy?

Sex therapy is a form of therapy focused on concerns related to sex, sexuality, intimacy, and relationships. Sex therapists have specialized training allowing them to work with clients experiencing sexual dysfunctions (erectile dysfunction, difficulty achieving orgasm), sexual pain or avoidance of sex, concerns around sexual orientation or sexual interests, or challenges sustaining sexual intimacy with a long-term partner. Sex therapy works similarly to general therapy, but may include sex education, medical consultation, and evidence-based strategies for enhancing sexual pleasure and performance.

My Sex Therapy Specializations

Sex in Long-Term Relationships

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man hugging woman near trees

Many couples get stuck when sustaining "the spark" in a long-term relationship requires honest communication, personal growth, and intention.

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red and silver hand tool
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two men hugging each other inside bar
Male Sexual Dysfunctions

Men often come into sex therapy wanting to "perform better", often addressed by enhancing pleasure, decreasing anxiety and shame, and improving communication.

Gay men face unique sexual challenges including navigating sexual shame, hookup culture, body image expectations, as well as concerns related to anal sex (bottoming) and HIV/STI prevention.

Sexual Concerns of Gay Men

Common Sex Therapy Concerns

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a man riding a skateboard down the side of a ramp
Relationship Concerns
  • Sustaining desire in a long term relationship

  • Mismatched desire /libido

  • Navigating differing sexual interests

  • Dating challenges

  • Bisexuality in relationships

  • Infidelity

  • Open relationships / consensual non-monogamy

Sexual Orientation and Expression

  • Sexual orientation exploration

  • Gender expression and identity

  • Alternative sexuality (kink, fetishes, BDSM)

  • Sexual shame and avoidance of sex

  • Out of control sexual behavior (OCSB) or sex addiction

  • Problematic porn use

  • Paraphillias involving harm or distress

Common Sexual Dysfunctions
  • Low desire / low libido

  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

  • Premature Ejaculation (PE)

  • Delayed Ejaculation (DE)

  • Vaginal pain

  • Difficulty reaching orgasm

  • Sexual trauma and sexual abuse