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Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC

Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC (she, her)

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Ithaca, NY 14850
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Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Jessica is certified in Family Therapy & Couples Therapy; I am a supportive and kink-affirming therapist and I love helping couples (and individuals) learn to effectively communicate, create intimacy and connection, reignite chemistry and provide sex education; because the sexual life you desire doesn't have to be out of reach! I am comfortable hearing about those spicy desires so that I can empower you to share them with your partner(s) in a safe and non-judgmental way. I specialize in couples counseling & sex therapy. There is nothing taboo or off limits to anything you share with me, as your psychological safety is my priority.
I provide individual sex therapy, dating coaching, couples counseling (marriage/ ENM/ partnered) to address issues including communication concerns, anxiety/ insecurity, self esteem & sexual health concerns: delayed ejaculation, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, pelvic floor pain, dyspareunia, & difficulties achieving orgasm/ anorgasmia, and more.
Partnership can be beautiful, but it takes work, and sometimes a refresher course. Everyone defines relationships differently, and there is no one size fits all approach to life, sex, partnership, or therapy. Partnership may not even be your goal. Whatever the goal, I'm here to support you, without judgment. Feel free to schedule a consultation!
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Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling

Ithaca, NY 14850

Teletherapy ONLY. Offering Relationship & Sex therapy; Specializing in kink, fetish, couples, ENM, communication and conflict resolution
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Marital and Premarital and Relationship Issues 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Connect with Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling

Ithaca, NY 14850

Teletherapy ONLY. Offering Relationship & Sex therapy; Specializing in kink, fetish, couples, ENM, communication and conflict resolution
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Marital and Premarital and Relationship Issues 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem | Elevance
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
  • Highmark
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Independent Health
  • Out of Network
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I provide courtesy billing for in OR out of network benefit billing and am happy to provide this support. Let's talk about it :)
with questions.
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC
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I provide courtesy billing for in OR out of network benefit billing and am happy to provide this support. Let's talk about it :)
with questions.
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Jessica Massaro
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / R079523 Jessica Massaro
  • In Practice for 16 Years
  • Membership with International Society for Sexual Medicine
  • Membership with Sexual Medicine Society of North America
  • Attended Boston University, MSW, Graduated 2008
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I am also a member of AASECT and working towards certification. I also have a Certificate in Family Therapy & Couples therapy from Boston U
with questions.
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC
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I am also a member of AASECT and working towards certification. I also have a Certificate in Family Therapy & Couples therapy from Boston U
with questions.
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs?
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC
Do these issues align with your needs?
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC

Endorsement

Dr. Jacque Tara Washington
Dr. Jacque Tara Washington
Clinical Social Work/TherapistDSWLCSW-R
Incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate, dedicated, reliable, caring, an expert in the field of counseling for sexual concerns and couples!

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Body Positivity
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Body Positivity
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Couples Counseling
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I use Solutions Focused Brief Therapy to help couples move from problem talk into healing and connection and I use Imago therapy to help couples truly listen, validate and share space. I also love Attachment informed therapy such as EFT.
with questions.
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC
"
I use Solutions Focused Brief Therapy to help couples move from problem talk into healing and connection and I use Imago therapy to help couples truly listen, validate and share space. I also love Attachment informed therapy such as EFT.
with questions.
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling

Ithaca, NY 14850

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Teletherapy ONLY. Offering Relationship & Sex therapy; Specializing in kink, fetish, couples, ENM, communication and conflict resolution
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC
"
Teletherapy ONLY. Offering Relationship & Sex therapy; Specializing in kink, fetish, couples, ENM, communication and conflict resolution
Photo of Jessica Massaro - Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling, LCSW-R, BHC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Compassionate Connections Sex & Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BHC