Sex Therapists in Gulfport, MS
Lavender Healing Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gulfport, MS 39503
You feel that you are at wits end and you have tried everything you could. I am assuming this is your last stop before giving up. I urge you to give it one more go, at LHC. We are a black owned, women and veteran led practice that offers marriage counseling and sex therapy for adults and teens experiencing hardships in their family and/or relationships. We utilize Brainspotting to assist in processing trauma.
You feel that you are at wits end and you have tried everything you could. I am assuming this is your last stop before giving up. I urge you to give it one more go, at LHC. We are a black owned, women and veteran led practice that offers marriage counseling and sex therapy for adults and teens experiencing hardships in their family and/or relationships. We utilize Brainspotting to assist in processing trauma.
Jennifer Lynn Johnson-Thomas
Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gulfport, MS 39503 (Online Only)
I also work with clients that suffer from Anxiety, Panic Disorders, Depression, Personal Growth needs, Self-Esteem, Sex and intimacy issues, Marriage and Partnerships.
I am a board-certified clinical mental health counselor who is considered an expert in my field. Using an eclectic style of therapy, my work focuses on implementing evidence-based practices along with holistic practices to improve the identification and treatment of mental illness. I do not believe in "fixing" people because I am not a mechanic and people are not machines. I do feel that everyone has their own journey, and each path may be different, but it never hurts to have a guide. No matter what your past consists of it does not define who you are.
I also work with clients that suffer from Anxiety, Panic Disorders, Depression, Personal Growth needs, Self-Esteem, Sex and intimacy issues, Marriage and Partnerships.
I am a board-certified clinical mental health counselor who is considered an expert in my field. Using an eclectic style of therapy, my work focuses on implementing evidence-based practices along with holistic practices to improve the identification and treatment of mental illness. I do not believe in "fixing" people because I am not a mechanic and people are not machines. I do feel that everyone has their own journey, and each path may be different, but it never hurts to have a guide. No matter what your past consists of it does not define who you are.
Paula L. Hollingsworth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gulfport, MS 39503 (Online Only)
My goal as your counselor is to empower you to become the best YOU possible. Being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for many years, I have experience assisting Individuals, Couples and Families navigate daily trials. Whether it be marriage and family crises, a traumatic experience, relationship issues, or various other mental health issues, I am committed to helping you unravel and discover the best version of yourself.
My goal as your counselor is to empower you to become the best YOU possible. Being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for many years, I have experience assisting Individuals, Couples and Families navigate daily trials. Whether it be marriage and family crises, a traumatic experience, relationship issues, or various other mental health issues, I am committed to helping you unravel and discover the best version of yourself.
Catherine Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gulfport, MS 39501
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Shannon R Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gulfport, MS 39502
Waitlist for new clients
Throughout my life, I have observed and developed a deep appreciation of human nature - including the struggle we face to maintain uniqueness in a society that bombards us with unrealistic expectations of who we “should” be. Do you find yourself trying to fit into the mold of what you perceive other people (romantic partners, friends, family, employers) expect of you? In our attempt to maintain connections and avoid feelings of rejection, we avoid letting people know who we truly are. We will put on any mask that secures the illusion of being loved or accepted - all the while rejecting and losing connection with our true selves.
Throughout my life, I have observed and developed a deep appreciation of human nature - including the struggle we face to maintain uniqueness in a society that bombards us with unrealistic expectations of who we “should” be. Do you find yourself trying to fit into the mold of what you perceive other people (romantic partners, friends, family, employers) expect of you? In our attempt to maintain connections and avoid feelings of rejection, we avoid letting people know who we truly are. We will put on any mask that secures the illusion of being loved or accepted - all the while rejecting and losing connection with our true selves.
Michelle M Jeanfreau
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gulfport, MS 39503
Not accepting new clients
My areas of expertise include couples and marriage counseling including infidelity, financial conflict and issues, and sex and intimacy therapy, parenting, life transitions and challenges, and personal growth and wellness.
The decision to come to therapy is often a difficult step to take. Life by nature is not easy to navigate. We all get stuck now and again. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, working with individuals, families, adolescents, and couples to strengthen relationships through some of life's challenges and transitions.
My areas of expertise include couples and marriage counseling including infidelity, financial conflict and issues, and sex and intimacy therapy, parenting, life transitions and challenges, and personal growth and wellness.
The decision to come to therapy is often a difficult step to take. Life by nature is not easy to navigate. We all get stuck now and again. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, working with individuals, families, adolescents, and couples to strengthen relationships through some of life's challenges and transitions.
Online Therapists
John David Joslin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Laurel, MS 39440
Are the challenges of everyday life becoming overwhelming? Are you having difficulties with relationships, intimacy, physical illness, aging, grief, or LGBT issues? You do not have to go it alone! With care and compassion I will actively listen to you, help guide you in better understanding your concerns, and help you discover solutions. I am a social worker and health educator with over 34 years of experience helping clients to solve problems, find peace of mind, and make a fresh, balanced start in life. Let me help you with your healing journey. The time to start is now!
Are the challenges of everyday life becoming overwhelming? Are you having difficulties with relationships, intimacy, physical illness, aging, grief, or LGBT issues? You do not have to go it alone! With care and compassion I will actively listen to you, help guide you in better understanding your concerns, and help you discover solutions. I am a social worker and health educator with over 34 years of experience helping clients to solve problems, find peace of mind, and make a fresh, balanced start in life. Let me help you with your healing journey. The time to start is now!
Leah Polk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Have you ever wanted to begin counseling, but didn’t feel like your problems were big enough? Or, have you ever ghosted a therapist because you didn’t feel helped? Me too. So, we go it alone - doing everything to change ourselves and our relationships. We continuously find ourselves stuck between what we want to do and what we “should” do. This dilemma often shows up as anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. That’s why it’s my mission to provide approachable counseling that works.
Have you ever wanted to begin counseling, but didn’t feel like your problems were big enough? Or, have you ever ghosted a therapist because you didn’t feel helped? Me too. So, we go it alone - doing everything to change ourselves and our relationships. We continuously find ourselves stuck between what we want to do and what we “should” do. This dilemma often shows up as anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. That’s why it’s my mission to provide approachable counseling that works.
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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.