Sex Therapists in Loma Mar, CA

Are you feeling trapped in the same unhealthy relationship patterns? Do you long for meaningful connections? Are you dissatisfied with your sex life but not sure what to do? Imagine finally breaking free from your unhealthy cycles, feeling empowered and confident in your ability to communicate effectively and build genuine connections. Picture yourself experiencing a profound sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in your sex life and relationships, knowing that you have the tools to navigate challenges with grace and resilience. This isn't a far-off fantasy. With the right tools and support it can be your reality.

COUPLES specialist here! Would you and your partner like to reconnect and stop ineffective communication patterns? Do you want to heal your emotional wounds and navigate mismatched values and desires? Or did you find out you are a NEURODIVERGENT couple facing unique challenges due to your different neurotypes? You deserve the chance to rebuild your relationship. You deserve to both give and receive love in a safe, healthy relationship. With the right guidance, you can uncover the inner resources you need to transform: internally and in the relationship dynamic.

My work has ignited my passion to work with people who live life through the lens of multiple cultures: the culture you might be born into and your ever evolving one. If you find yourself in a different country or environment, whether its creating a better opportunity for your family, education, or professionally based. Experiencing confusion and feelings of not belonging, isn’t uncommon.Being in an interracial or intercultural relationship adds its own layer of obstacles and difficulties. You might notice that your experiences through the world differ, and even your life expectations.

I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I work with low sexual desire, infidelity, mismatched desires and needs, erectile dysfunction, delayed or impaired orgasms, ejaculation concerns, LGBTQIA health or curiosity, sexual trauma, embarrassment and anxiety in regard to sex and sexuality. Exploring types of sexual behaviors, relationship configurations and non heteronormative expressions. Singles and couples who may be exploring or approaching issues in alternative relationships and alternative family structures, including ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, kink, living single, co-parenting, and chosen family.

My therapeutic style is somatic, empathetic and appropriately humorous. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, incorporating and joining mind, body and soul. I use breath work to focus on expanding your capacity to feel emotions; use awareness of tension to identify behaviors; and manage physiological sensations that overwhelm you. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families struggling with trust, communication and trauma issues. I believe somatic therapy is helpful in relieving anxiety and depression by becoming aware of what overwhelms you and leaves you feeling stuck in a cycle that you can't stop.

I specialize in effective couples therapy. I work with adult individuals, and men with issues in the area of sexuality and intimacy. In working with couples I focus on self-responsibility, communication (listening when listening is hard, self revealing instead of finger-pointing), expectations, self-awareness, and remaining intimate through difficulty. Throughout the whole process I integrate a focus on kindness without abandoning or avoiding the truth. I also specialize in assisting and supporting both men and women with building the skill and ability to feel and share their feelings effectively in intimate relationships.

Pastoral Counselor: Pastoral Marriage and Family Counselor, & Certified Conflict Resolution Mediator, Ph.D. in Pastoral Counseling - Atlantic Coast Seminary, Ph.D. in Theology - Atlantic Coast Seminary, MA in Counseling Psychology Marriage and Family Therapy - University of San Francisco, MDiv - St. Patrick’s Seminary & University, BA in Business Management - San Jose State University, Clinical Pastoral Counseling Training (CPE) - Stanford University Hospital and Clinics Conflict Resolution Mediation Certification - National Conflict Resolution Center Sex Addiction Training - American Association for Sex Addiction Therapy (AASAT).

I offer both traditional general therapy and sex therapy, with a current focus in my practice on treating sexual pain disorders (such as dyspareunia and vaginismus), anxiety about sex, coping with low desire in self or partnership, building sexual & relationship security and confidence, and coping with stress brought on by relationship difficulties including: finding a dating partner, moving in together, managing conflict, balancing household responsibilities fairly, break-ups/divorce, and exploring an open-relationship. Please navigate to my website if you'd like to learn more about my therapeutic style and background.

I'm not in the business of instigating change. I am in the delicate and complex work of empowering it. Because I believe you have the wisdom to bring about change. Because change is your work and your choice; my role is to set the stage, empty it, illuminate what stands in the way and explore with you the possibilities for change. Ultimately you decide.The fact that you're here already ensures it. My job is to notice your process, reflect and honor it. In this space, I have seen amazing change happen.

The challenges of today's world wear heavily on couples. What we believed counted may now seem undependable, even impossible to understand. Intimacy and relationships are stressed and additional conflict may be too much to handle. This is exactly the time to consider professional help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, a Diplomate in Clinical Sex Therapy and have analytic training as well as EMDR. My expertise blends psychodynamic, cognitive,and relational perspectives. A very powerful combination. I maintain a strong network of professional colleagues to provide the best integrative care ie/medical and holistic perspectives.

I am passionate about supporting you in exploring what’s getting in the way of being your full self and having the connections you want. I provide psychotherapy to adult individuals, couples, and more than couples from a place of open-mindedness, curiosity, and sex-positivity, and an awareness that our lives don’t always unfold as expected. People who work well with me include those with liminal identities that may not fit neatly into boxes and who may feel like outsiders in some spaces.

I work with individuals and couples interested in gaining insight into relational patters with the goal of empowerment. I work with those interested in exploring the intersection of how we are shaped by society and culture, how we are shaped by our ancestors, family systems, and our own beliefs about who we are impact what we imagine we are and may become. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-confidence, and relational conflict who desire ease and balance. I am interested in sexual empowerment and sexuality, and I inhabit and work with alternative relationship styles including non-monogamy.

Hi! I'm Dr. Valesia Ho. I'm so glad that you're here. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I have an inherent desire to help people live more meaningful lives and cultivate stronger relationships with themselves and others. I especially enjoy working with people who want to learn more about the connection between their thoughts, emotions and behaviors and live a more mindful and values aligned life. I have specialty areas in treating sexual health concerns (individuals and couples), sleep issues and trauma. I am a Certified Sex Therapist through AASECT.

Since the pandemic there has been an increase in folks struggling with depression, sexuality issues, chronic illness, addiction, and having problems in relationships. I believe that therapy can help develop skills to face life's challenges. All individuals have the capacity to change and live a full life based on their core values. Therapy is a place to examine your principles and how you can use them as a compass to lead you to a life that more accurately reflects your values. Learning strong coping skills and an awareness of reactions vs responses can provide relief from chronic issues of depression and anxiety. Change happens!

I am a trauma-informed, sex positive psychotherapist offering Telehealth sessions to couples and individuals in California. My practice is affirming and supportive for gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity (GSRD) from early adulthood to later life. With a nurturing and non-judgmental approach, I empower people to explore their desires, overcome obstacles, and create fulfilling relationships. I aim to provide a grounded and warm space for folks to explore the parts of themselves that are challenging to sit with alone. I am kink affirming, queer affirming, and non-monogamy affirming!

I work with LGBTQIA+ adults, couples, and teens. Together we will navigate relationship issues, sexuality, trauma, anxiety-and whatever is keeping you stuck right now. Life is really hard sometimes and when we are attacked for our identity on a global level, we go through everything that life throws at us with additional fear and minority stress. You are not alone, let's work together towards a joyful and fulfilling life and relationships. Visit lovehealgrow.com to schedule or learn more.

I believe the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. My hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, I see opportunity for clarity and resolve.

Is it challenging for you and your partner to talk openly about sex? Are barriers to intimacy leading to a growing disconnect in your relationship? Could you use the help of a trained professional to explore, understand, rethink, and overcome your sexual concerns? That's precisely how I can help. I work with kinky, non-monogamous, and LGBTQIA+ people to address communication difficulties, sexual performance anxieties, desire discrepancies, infidelity, and "addictions" to porn, sex, and substances. I also help straight-identified men to understand and appreciate their attraction to trans women.