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Lauren Ledoux
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
I am a clinical therapist who uses narrative psychotherapy as a model to treat and process trauma, grief, and relational issues. I work with adults and older adolescents, as well as couples, and use a person-centered eclectic framework with my clients. I have been trained in AASECT sex therapy and encourage any individual, couple, or those engaged in non-traditional relationships to explore sex-related concerns in their work with me. In every aspect of my practice, I use an individualized approach with the client to build a treatment perspective that is specific to their own interests, values, and recovery.
I am a clinical therapist who uses narrative psychotherapy as a model to treat and process trauma, grief, and relational issues. I work with adults and older adolescents, as well as couples, and use a person-centered eclectic framework with my clients. I have been trained in AASECT sex therapy and encourage any individual, couple, or those engaged in non-traditional relationships to explore sex-related concerns in their work with me. In every aspect of my practice, I use an individualized approach with the client to build a treatment perspective that is specific to their own interests, values, and recovery.
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Chatham M. Dann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
He has a special interest in decolonization, trauma, race, neurodiversity, Queer identity and healthy sexuality.
Using a humanistic approach free of judgment, Chatham will collaborate with each person served to help them meet their personal and therapeutic goals. Chatham uses Internal Family Systems and other approaches to help individuals and families problem-solve their life's obstacles. Whether you experience anxiety, self-doubt, social isolation, hopelessness, addiction, suffered from a past traumatic event or you have other concerns, Chatham will partner with you on your journey towards a healthier, more fulfilled, and balanced life. Insurance accepted Telehealth only.
He has a special interest in decolonization, trauma, race, neurodiversity, Queer identity and healthy sexuality.
Using a humanistic approach free of judgment, Chatham will collaborate with each person served to help them meet their personal and therapeutic goals. Chatham uses Internal Family Systems and other approaches to help individuals and families problem-solve their life's obstacles. Whether you experience anxiety, self-doubt, social isolation, hopelessness, addiction, suffered from a past traumatic event or you have other concerns, Chatham will partner with you on your journey towards a healthier, more fulfilled, and balanced life. Insurance accepted Telehealth only.
(413) 339-3767 View (413) 339-3767
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Sherene Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
I offer sex and gender therapy using a relational, social-justice oriented, and goal driven approach.
Living with an LGBTQAIP and/or erotically diverse identity can often bring extra challenges along with experiences of resiliency and strength. As a queer-identified, polyamorous and gender fluid therapist, I value creating a safe space where multiple aspects of identity are welcome and opportunities for healing are abundant.
I offer sex and gender therapy using a relational, social-justice oriented, and goal driven approach.
Living with an LGBTQAIP and/or erotically diverse identity can often bring extra challenges along with experiences of resiliency and strength. As a queer-identified, polyamorous and gender fluid therapist, I value creating a safe space where multiple aspects of identity are welcome and opportunities for healing are abundant.
(413) 359-6329 View (413) 359-6329
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Nicole Urban
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I work with individuals and partners to address relationship issues, sexuality, parenting, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
NEW CLIENTS ARE WELCOME! Sometimes we all need to talk to a great listener in a safe place. Choosing this support allows you to regain a sense of control and feel stimulated and challenged by life instead of overwhelmed. I've devoted many years to becoming an excellent listener capable of understanding you, even when you aren't quite sure what you are trying to say.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I work with individuals and partners to address relationship issues, sexuality, parenting, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, and depression.
NEW CLIENTS ARE WELCOME! Sometimes we all need to talk to a great listener in a safe place. Choosing this support allows you to regain a sense of control and feel stimulated and challenged by life instead of overwhelmed. I've devoted many years to becoming an excellent listener capable of understanding you, even when you aren't quite sure what you are trying to say.
(413) 207-9156 View (413) 207-9156
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Avery R Klotsche
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
My specializations include sex therapy, trauma, and grief and my therapeutic orientation is relational, feminist, and behavioral.
Life transitions often lead us to feel overwhelmed. While people close to us may be supportive, we may not always feel able to share with them our doubts and discomfort. Whether we’re holding our own or a loved one's sexuality or gender identity; navigating changes in our primary relationships, or reflecting on adverse experiences, having a safe space to reflect and process is invaluable. My practice serves adult clients who have struggled with anxiety, live with trauma or grief, or who experience the world as members or allies of the LGBTQ+ community. My approach is conversational, strengths-based, and results-oriented.
My specializations include sex therapy, trauma, and grief and my therapeutic orientation is relational, feminist, and behavioral.
Life transitions often lead us to feel overwhelmed. While people close to us may be supportive, we may not always feel able to share with them our doubts and discomfort. Whether we’re holding our own or a loved one's sexuality or gender identity; navigating changes in our primary relationships, or reflecting on adverse experiences, having a safe space to reflect and process is invaluable. My practice serves adult clients who have struggled with anxiety, live with trauma or grief, or who experience the world as members or allies of the LGBTQ+ community. My approach is conversational, strengths-based, and results-oriented.
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Emily Eldar
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
I have made a professional study of relationships, sexuality, alternative lifestyles, trauma, and mindfulness.
Most of our struggles are relational in nature. As a relationship expert, I will guide you toward healing your relational wounds; to step into the self-actualized, meaningful, joyful life you dream of. We all sustain traumas which shape our beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world. When we understand our protective strategies we can then update our narratives, unburden our traumatized parts, heal attachment wounds, and make room to relate through our highest self. We can learn new skills in communication, somatic regulation, mindfulness, self-awareness, and more fully build the life which best serves our continual growth.
I have made a professional study of relationships, sexuality, alternative lifestyles, trauma, and mindfulness.
Most of our struggles are relational in nature. As a relationship expert, I will guide you toward healing your relational wounds; to step into the self-actualized, meaningful, joyful life you dream of. We all sustain traumas which shape our beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world. When we understand our protective strategies we can then update our narratives, unburden our traumatized parts, heal attachment wounds, and make room to relate through our highest self. We can learn new skills in communication, somatic regulation, mindfulness, self-awareness, and more fully build the life which best serves our continual growth.
(617) 936-8285 View (617) 936-8285
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New England Sex Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
New England Sex Therapy, LLC provides sex therapy and relationship therapy, specializing in sexuality and gender identity issues across the spectrum of sexual functioning and sexual orientation. Focus includes loss of desire; erection/ejaculation difficulties; sexual identity; orgasm; sex-related pain; trauma; paraphilias; relationship conflicts over sexual values, attitudes, behaviors. I am licensed in Massachusetts, Vermont and shortly also in Maine, to provide services to clients seeking sex therapy.
New England Sex Therapy, LLC provides sex therapy and relationship therapy, specializing in sexuality and gender identity issues across the spectrum of sexual functioning and sexual orientation. Focus includes loss of desire; erection/ejaculation difficulties; sexual identity; orgasm; sex-related pain; trauma; paraphilias; relationship conflicts over sexual values, attitudes, behaviors. I am licensed in Massachusetts, Vermont and shortly also in Maine, to provide services to clients seeking sex therapy.
(413) 587-0095 View (413) 587-0095
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Davis Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
I offer individual, relationship and family therapy. My areas of interest include: nonbinary and trans identities, alternative family structures, issues concerning sexuality or sexual practices, queer family planning, fertility issues, trauma, grief and loss. I was clinically trained at Smith and have recently worked at a nonprofit primarily with adults with extreme mind states and major life disruptions. Additionally, I am the co-director of Translate Gender Inc, we offer trainings and education around gender identity and expression as well as run psychotherapy groups for trans and nonbinary individuals, relationships and families.
I offer individual, relationship and family therapy. My areas of interest include: nonbinary and trans identities, alternative family structures, issues concerning sexuality or sexual practices, queer family planning, fertility issues, trauma, grief and loss. I was clinically trained at Smith and have recently worked at a nonprofit primarily with adults with extreme mind states and major life disruptions. Additionally, I am the co-director of Translate Gender Inc, we offer trainings and education around gender identity and expression as well as run psychotherapy groups for trans and nonbinary individuals, relationships and families.
(404) 620-3480 View (404) 620-3480
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Emily Jacobson
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
I accompany people of all genders through life's transitions, specializing in sexuality, gender, and LGBTQ+-related concerns; spirituality and quests (and questions) of faith; climate grief; death, grief, and loss.
I blend alternative therapeutic models with the latest research in epigenetics, insights from ancient spiritual traditions, wisdom from earth-based living, and embodied rituals to create processes that shift your relationship to suffering, sorrow, or emotional challenges and open you into deeper connection with your true self and harmony with life. I am affirming of LGBTQ+, poly/ENM, and kink identities. I use anti-oppression, anti-racist, ecopsychology & trauma-informed frameworks to support individual and collective liberation.
I accompany people of all genders through life's transitions, specializing in sexuality, gender, and LGBTQ+-related concerns; spirituality and quests (and questions) of faith; climate grief; death, grief, and loss.
I blend alternative therapeutic models with the latest research in epigenetics, insights from ancient spiritual traditions, wisdom from earth-based living, and embodied rituals to create processes that shift your relationship to suffering, sorrow, or emotional challenges and open you into deeper connection with your true self and harmony with life. I am affirming of LGBTQ+, poly/ENM, and kink identities. I use anti-oppression, anti-racist, ecopsychology & trauma-informed frameworks to support individual and collective liberation.
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Chadbourne F Gillette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
I provide psychotherapy and psychoanalysis to adults in a thoughtful, warm, compassionate atmosphere. I treat a spectrum of issues ranging from the commonly practical to the loftily complex, including trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, loss, sexuality, gender, LGBTQ, family, relationships, marriage, professional, identity, existential and spiritual confusion. My therapeutic approach is rooted in psychoanalytic and contemplative theories of human development, function, and dysfunction. I am dedicated to helping my clients grow through their issues in a safe, comfortable, confidential space.
I provide psychotherapy and psychoanalysis to adults in a thoughtful, warm, compassionate atmosphere. I treat a spectrum of issues ranging from the commonly practical to the loftily complex, including trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief, loss, sexuality, gender, LGBTQ, family, relationships, marriage, professional, identity, existential and spiritual confusion. My therapeutic approach is rooted in psychoanalytic and contemplative theories of human development, function, and dysfunction. I am dedicated to helping my clients grow through their issues in a safe, comfortable, confidential space.
(617) 519-1806 View (617) 519-1806
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Amy Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
Waitlist for new clients
*****PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****** I am an experienced (20 years) psychotherapist with an intuitive, down to earth style. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships, body image and self-esteem, sex and sexuality, working through trauma and family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, first responders and vicarious trauma, creativity and self-expression, and gender variance and transition. My work is relational and is rooted in an awareness of social and cultural realities. I provide a safe, stable, warm environment in which to explore and address your concerns.
*****PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****** I am an experienced (20 years) psychotherapist with an intuitive, down to earth style. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships, body image and self-esteem, sex and sexuality, working through trauma and family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, first responders and vicarious trauma, creativity and self-expression, and gender variance and transition. My work is relational and is rooted in an awareness of social and cultural realities. I provide a safe, stable, warm environment in which to explore and address your concerns.
(413) 998-0357 View (413) 998-0357
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M. Sarah Carr
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
I support people with concerns about aging, body-image, sexuality, chronic pain, relationship struggles, anxiety, and trauma.
I am a somatic psychotherapist specializing in body-based healing. I enjoy working with clients who want to step out of disempowering narratives and embrace their own capacity. I have 20+ years of experience working with many populations and conditions. Recently I have specialized in couples therapy using the Developmental Model and Attachment work. I only work with a limited number of couples at this time, but these approaches deeply inform my work, even with individuals. I have recently narrowed my practice to focus on clients in acute need or looking to do more focused chapters of work or growth vs ongoing maintenance therapy.
I support people with concerns about aging, body-image, sexuality, chronic pain, relationship struggles, anxiety, and trauma.
I am a somatic psychotherapist specializing in body-based healing. I enjoy working with clients who want to step out of disempowering narratives and embrace their own capacity. I have 20+ years of experience working with many populations and conditions. Recently I have specialized in couples therapy using the Developmental Model and Attachment work. I only work with a limited number of couples at this time, but these approaches deeply inform my work, even with individuals. I have recently narrowed my practice to focus on clients in acute need or looking to do more focused chapters of work or growth vs ongoing maintenance therapy.
(413) 863-6681 View (413) 863-6681
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Tarn C Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
Tarn enjoys working with couples as well as children and families; working with men on issues of sexuality and anger management and working with women to increase and strengthen a sense of self.
Tarn was adopted and raised in Southern Vermont on a farm. She has always loved helping others so the decision to become a therapist came easy. She first attended Community College in Vermont before continuing on to earn a BA in Sociology from Smith College in Northampton, MA. Tarn then attended the Smith College School for Social Work where she earned a Masters in Social Work (MSW). She has since worked in a variety of positions throughout her career which have assisted her in becoming an eclectic therapist with a wealth of knowledge in several facets of social work and life.
Tarn enjoys working with couples as well as children and families; working with men on issues of sexuality and anger management and working with women to increase and strengthen a sense of self.
Tarn was adopted and raised in Southern Vermont on a farm. She has always loved helping others so the decision to become a therapist came easy. She first attended Community College in Vermont before continuing on to earn a BA in Sociology from Smith College in Northampton, MA. Tarn then attended the Smith College School for Social Work where she earned a Masters in Social Work (MSW). She has since worked in a variety of positions throughout her career which have assisted her in becoming an eclectic therapist with a wealth of knowledge in several facets of social work and life.
(413) 384-5362 View (413) 384-5362
Photo of Stacey Moyer, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Northampton, MA
Stacey Moyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01062
I work with individuals across the adult life span, couples/folks in relationships, and families who are looking to feel more connected to themselves and others, navigate distress and conflict, and build more meaningful relationships and lives. My clients encompass the spectrum of gender and sexuality identities and live within a variety of relationship structures - monogamous, polyamorous, and non-monogamous. I collaborate with my clients to explore your strengths, needs, goals, history, and where you want to be in your life and relationships.
I work with individuals across the adult life span, couples/folks in relationships, and families who are looking to feel more connected to themselves and others, navigate distress and conflict, and build more meaningful relationships and lives. My clients encompass the spectrum of gender and sexuality identities and live within a variety of relationship structures - monogamous, polyamorous, and non-monogamous. I collaborate with my clients to explore your strengths, needs, goals, history, and where you want to be in your life and relationships.
(413) 216-9766 View (413) 216-9766
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Vanessa Brackett
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Some of my specialties include working collaboratively to address trauma, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, sexuality, parenting burnout, digital addiction and people who want to be more in touch with intuition and spiritual connection.
I help clients find ways to be present, accepting, adventurous and to have a more inclusive experience of living. I work with adults struggling with a wide range of challenges including mood concerns, addictive behavior, trauma, life transitions, and relationship issues. I support clients in becoming curious about their feelings, interrupting and shifting patterns that are no longer serving them and engaging in new ways of thinking, feeling, acting and meaning-making.
Some of my specialties include working collaboratively to address trauma, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, sexuality, parenting burnout, digital addiction and people who want to be more in touch with intuition and spiritual connection.
I help clients find ways to be present, accepting, adventurous and to have a more inclusive experience of living. I work with adults struggling with a wide range of challenges including mood concerns, addictive behavior, trauma, life transitions, and relationship issues. I support clients in becoming curious about their feelings, interrupting and shifting patterns that are no longer serving them and engaging in new ways of thinking, feeling, acting and meaning-making.
(413) 277-7087 View (413) 277-7087
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Dr. Stephanie Jordan
Counselor, LMHC, EdD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
Sometimes when life is difficult, we try to take on everything ourselves. I am here to let you know that you do not have to do it all alone.When the pain become too heavy, I will be here for you as you speak your truth.I believe that we are the experts of our own lives and story. I will provide validation, where you can become your own catalyst for change.Our therapeutic work will be an empowering safe place for healing, self-discovery and navigating life’s challenges. I use therapeutic modalities specific to a client’s individual needs.
Sometimes when life is difficult, we try to take on everything ourselves. I am here to let you know that you do not have to do it all alone.When the pain become too heavy, I will be here for you as you speak your truth.I believe that we are the experts of our own lives and story. I will provide validation, where you can become your own catalyst for change.Our therapeutic work will be an empowering safe place for healing, self-discovery and navigating life’s challenges. I use therapeutic modalities specific to a client’s individual needs.
(413) 307-3464 View (413) 307-3464
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Michael J Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
I am a creative, compassionate and competent therapist. Trained as a social worker I work to see people in their full integrity and in their full humanity. I see therapy as a time to be heard, seen and understood. I'm dedicated to a practice of social justice and welcome all people.
I am a creative, compassionate and competent therapist. Trained as a social worker I work to see people in their full integrity and in their full humanity. I see therapy as a time to be heard, seen and understood. I'm dedicated to a practice of social justice and welcome all people.
(413) 359-6700 View (413) 359-6700
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Rachel Sachs Riverwood
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You may be pursuing therapy to increase intimacy or enhance a stable relationship. Alternately, you may be overcome with frustration/grief/anger as, despite best efforts to resolve challenges, you're stuck in repetitive relationship patterns that can no longer be soothed, justified, or ignored. Perhaps you're single or in partnership, suffering from profound loneliness. I can help empower you (and partner(s) to awaken from toxic rules/expectations, and escape the prison of isolation, shame, blame, and silence. This empowerment allows for renewed capacity to give yourself, and those you love, compassion, acceptance, and freedom.
You may be pursuing therapy to increase intimacy or enhance a stable relationship. Alternately, you may be overcome with frustration/grief/anger as, despite best efforts to resolve challenges, you're stuck in repetitive relationship patterns that can no longer be soothed, justified, or ignored. Perhaps you're single or in partnership, suffering from profound loneliness. I can help empower you (and partner(s) to awaken from toxic rules/expectations, and escape the prison of isolation, shame, blame, and silence. This empowerment allows for renewed capacity to give yourself, and those you love, compassion, acceptance, and freedom.
(413) 248-4304 View (413) 248-4304
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Ashlee Lucarevski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
I am delighted that you have taken this first step in seeking a safe space where you can openly explore your current challenges and past experiences. We all need help from time to time to understand what we are feeling and why we are feeling it. This understanding can lead to a renewed sense of stability, peace, and well-being. I am here to help and support you as you work towards reaching your goals.
I am delighted that you have taken this first step in seeking a safe space where you can openly explore your current challenges and past experiences. We all need help from time to time to understand what we are feeling and why we are feeling it. This understanding can lead to a renewed sense of stability, peace, and well-being. I am here to help and support you as you work towards reaching your goals.
(561) 532-1441 View (561) 532-1441
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Joanna Smith
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
Seeking help can be confusing. How do you know if you are talking to the right person? How does therapy work? It is best to interview a therapist so you can make the best choice FOR YOU! Call me and we can talk about what your needs are, and discuss if working together would be helpful. You are in charge of your own treatment! Therapy works by empowering you in your life. Start the relationship off that way, no matter who you work with. If you don't want to call, go to my website and contact me by email.
Seeking help can be confusing. How do you know if you are talking to the right person? How does therapy work? It is best to interview a therapist so you can make the best choice FOR YOU! Call me and we can talk about what your needs are, and discuss if working together would be helpful. You are in charge of your own treatment! Therapy works by empowering you in your life. Start the relationship off that way, no matter who you work with. If you don't want to call, go to my website and contact me by email.
(413) 216-2807 View (413) 216-2807

Sex Therapy

Who is sex therapy for?

Sex problems are common in relationships. Many people want a better sex life and want to feel loved and desired by their partner. It is difficult for couples to resolve sexual problems on their own because people often feel ashamed to talk about their sexual desires fearing they are not normal, when in fact a very broad range of preferences and behaviors are normal. A sex therapist can help clarify this and other matters.

Why do people need sex therapy?

Many people do not know how to talk about their erotic needs or their emotional needs, both of which are addressed in sex therapy. Couples often live with sexual difficulties for years before seeking help, and in that time, partners may experience so much disappointment and alienation that they may fear their problems mean they are incompatible. Once people experience disappointment, it is difficult to find resolution without help.

What happens in sex therapy?

People have many misconceptions about what takes place in sex therapy. First, it is a form of talk therapy in which partners discuss their sexual concerns; it does not involve touching or physical exploration of any kind. Sex therapy typically helps couples get comfortable talking to each other about sex so that, in the privacy of their home life, they can openly discuss their sexual desires and make decisions about what they want to do. Couples are typically assigned activities to do at home that build intimacy skills.

What kinds of problems do sex therapists treat?

Very often, partners differ in their degree of sexual desire and struggle over how often to have sex. Or they may have fights about porn use or have difficulty connecting sexually after one partner is unfaithful. Men may have problems with premature ejaculation. Women may find themselves struggling to become aroused or to achieve an orgasm. Sometimes partners feel like they have lost the sense of attraction to their partner. These are all common issues dealt with in sex therapy.