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Kent A. Tompkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
As a seasoned board licensed psychotherapist, I have maintained a private practice primarily in Colorado for twenty-five years. My work allows for your vulnerability, utilizing solution-focused therapies; cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Jungian, somatic, wilderness/art therapies. I work with adolescents and adults, individually, as couples, families, in groups and in workshops. I also specialize in the felt sense, emotional attachment, spirituality, wellness top to bottom, neurosciences, addictions, forensics. Please visit my site for more information.
As a seasoned board licensed psychotherapist, I have maintained a private practice primarily in Colorado for twenty-five years. My work allows for your vulnerability, utilizing solution-focused therapies; cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Jungian, somatic, wilderness/art therapies. I work with adolescents and adults, individually, as couples, families, in groups and in workshops. I also specialize in the felt sense, emotional attachment, spirituality, wellness top to bottom, neurosciences, addictions, forensics. Please visit my site for more information.
(970) 986-4141 View (970) 986-4141
Photo of Thiago Leão, Licensed Professional Counselor in 80301, CO
Thiago Leão
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
My clients deal with so much speed and stress. They are navigating a life that feels increasingly unfulfilled, or feel stuck. They often seek solace in external solutions like too much work, toxic relationships, or substances, and find all these lacking. They face the challenge of pausing to understand and meet their internal needs, which feels paradoxical. How to slow down when there's all this to do? This leads to more stress, anxiety, and a pervasive sense of dissatisfaction with life. There is a way through all this.
My clients deal with so much speed and stress. They are navigating a life that feels increasingly unfulfilled, or feel stuck. They often seek solace in external solutions like too much work, toxic relationships, or substances, and find all these lacking. They face the challenge of pausing to understand and meet their internal needs, which feels paradoxical. How to slow down when there's all this to do? This leads to more stress, anxiety, and a pervasive sense of dissatisfaction with life. There is a way through all this.
(720) 893-8601 View (720) 893-8601
Photo of Alexandria Mezyad, Pre-Licensed Professional in 80301, CO
Alexandria Mezyad
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80301
I love working with teens, couples and individuals who are ready to dive deep! With 8 years of experience in the therapy field and a featured appearance on VICE News, I specialize in aiding individuals dealing with a range of challenges, including narcissistic abuse, sexual abuse, complex grief, OCD, anxiety, depression, and various personality disorders. My expertise extends to existential and spiritual crises, women’s issues, toxic relationships, racial oppression, men’s issues, couples therapy, and paranormal activity. In the realm of forensics, I have work with both perpetrators of sexual offenses and victims of crime.
I love working with teens, couples and individuals who are ready to dive deep! With 8 years of experience in the therapy field and a featured appearance on VICE News, I specialize in aiding individuals dealing with a range of challenges, including narcissistic abuse, sexual abuse, complex grief, OCD, anxiety, depression, and various personality disorders. My expertise extends to existential and spiritual crises, women’s issues, toxic relationships, racial oppression, men’s issues, couples therapy, and paranormal activity. In the realm of forensics, I have work with both perpetrators of sexual offenses and victims of crime.
(720) 782-0916 View (720) 782-0916
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.