Sex Therapy

I specialize in sex therapy for couples, as well as perimenopause and menopause. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I help couples navigate intimacy challenges, enhance communication, and rebuild connection. Additionally, I offer expert support for individuals experiencing the emotional and physical transitions of perimenopause and menopause, focusing on improving overall well-being and quality of life during these life stages.

Sex therapy is a type of psychotherapy that addresses mental health issues and/ or emotional concerns affecting a person’s sexual function, drive, and/or desire for intimacy. Techniques focus on emotional, psychological, and somatic interventions to help people work through anxieties, traumas, and self- disconnections that can contribute to sexual concerns.

I had a guy come to me and said, "My wife treated me like a King but I wasn't feeling in love with her so I cheated on her" because he thought love was a feeling. I take you through the biochemistry of sexuality and help you understand the intersection of sex and attachment, the impact that the loss of the ability to attach can have on sexual experience and fidelity in relationships and help you take that information to help you develop healthy sexual attachment in the present and future.

As a therapist, I offer a space of compassion and connection. I work with individuals and couples who want to explore and nurture their relationship with sexuality. I enjoy working with clients who desire to understand the deep-rooted challenges blocking them from experiencing pleasure, joy, and connection through their sexual experiences. It is incredibly powerful when clients find understanding in their past and current sexual selves.

I have completed over 200 hours of training and education related to sex therapy and am a member of AASECT, the national organization for sex therapists. I am also a Certified Sexologist with over 15 years experience working with sexual health as well sexual addictions.

I work to support you in forming a healthy relationship with sex and intimacy and feeling empowered around your sexuality and needs. My goal is to provide you with skills to identify your needs and desires in a sex-positive space and develop skills to communicate about intimacy. I hope to empower clients to embrace their sexuality and heal from any harmful narratives around sex they have held.

Our sexuality often lies at the center of our psyche, and for some people even their spirituality. Our sexuality influences our self-perception and perception of the world. Societal expectations and traumatic experiences can hinder our ability to cultivate healthy connections with ourselves and our sources of meaning. Sexual healing fosters more authenticity and deeper connections with those around us, as well as helping us be more embodied and creative.

I treat sexual dysfunctions, pelvic pain issues, sexual communication issues, sexual confidence problems, shame and vulnerability and sexual trauma through CBT, ACT and narrative therapy. CBT helps my clients to identify and replace negative thought patterns such as "I'm not good enough" or "I'll never enjoy sex". ACT helps my clients when they're experiencing anxiety and shame around sexual intimacy through mindfulness and psychological flexibility.

There are good reasons for the problems you are having; we just have to figure out what they are. It can be affected by age, health, psychological concerns, and relationship dynamics, as well as by daily life taking its toll. Some of these things can be changed. For others, you need to adapt to a new normal. Either way, you can create your best possible sex life. I want to help you figure out how you can improve your sexual functioning and enjoyment.

Sex Therapy usually involves a deeper look into some of the causes of sexual difficulties, dysfunctions, and dissatisfaction. Sexual issues can alert you to other issues happening in your life, as the mind and body are connected. Sex Therapy can also help you heal your relationship to your sexuality and body image by processing messaging received from society or in childhood. One of my specializations is pelvic or sexual pain so if you are in PT or want to learn more, please reach out!

I am a member of the CIIS summer 2024 Sex Therapy Certificate cohort. I believe that normalizing conversations around sex/sexuality/sensuality can be at the core of healing. I am here to provide a nonjudgmental space to listen to your stories and experiences around sex.

Our sexuality often lies at the center of our psyche, and even spirituality, influencing our self-perception and perception of the world. Societal expectations and traumatic experiences can hinder our ability to cultivate a healthy connection with our sexual selves. By embracing our authentic selves and nurturing positive sexual expression, foster deeper connections with those around us. not only promotes personal growth but also bolsters our creativity and

Sex and dealing with sexuality based issues are often overlooked and rarely spoken about. It brings an intense shame to discuss problems surrounding or even exploring different ways that are not a part of the mainstream society. I have 17 years of assisting others with managing distressing sexual issues, exploring healthy alternatives, and guiding individuals to have a helpful voice when discussing these topics.

My goal is to help my clients expand their views of sexuality. Many grow up with the basic knowledge of how sex happens, but with no understanding regarding pleasure, connection, kinks, dysfunction or anything outside of heterosexual intercourse. Whether that is a post-Mormon couple experiencing pleasure without constraints, a person exploring BDSM, or someone new to consensual non-monogamy, I want to help them discover and rejoice in their own sexuality and be their authentic selves.

I work with individuals and couples looking to work on challenges related to sex & sexuality.

I help people improve communication, overcome barriers and heal from painful past events so they can freely experience confidence, intimacy, and pleasure. A variety of issues can be treated through sex therapy, including desire discrepancy, erectile dysfunction, performance anxiety, difficulty achieving orgasm, and changes in sexual functioning due to phase of life or medical conditions. I enjoy working with LBGTQIA+ and kink / BDSM.

I am a certified AASECT sex therapist, which gives me the education and expertise in addressing all things related to sex. I can assist clients in navigating sexual disorders such as ED or vaginismus, or exploring various alternative lifestyles related to kink or ethical non-monogamy. In the context of relationships, we can discuss the importance of effective communication, consent, novelty and thinking outside of the box.

My practice in sex therapy is rooted in trauma-informed, attachment-oriented, culturally responsive, and body-centered approaches. My expertise is in helping clients recover from sexual trauma, as well as empowering members of the LGBTQIA+ and the consensual non-monogamy communities to live in a fully expressed way free from trauma. I offer sex therapy to individuals and those in relationships.

Our sexuality often lies at the center of our psyche, and for some people even their spirituality. Our sexuality influences our self-perception and perception of the world. Societal expectations and traumatic experiences can hinder our ability to cultivate healthy connections with ourselves and our sources of meaning. Sexual healing fosters more authenticity and deeper connections with those around us, as well as helping us be more embodied and creative.

I am a Certified Sex Therapist through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists . I empower couples to embrace their desires, overcome challenges, and cultivate fulfilling sexual experiences that deepen their intimacy and self knowledge in a supportive environment where they can explore their sexuality confidently, authentically and joyously. My practice is kink, poly and LGBTQ+ affirming.