Sex Therapy
A more fulfilling relationship with sex and intimacy
Sex is an important part of many people's lives, yet it can be one of the hardest things to talk about. Whether you're experiencing changes in desire, feeling disconnected from your own sexuality, navigating differences with a partner, or simply wanting a more satisfying sex life, you don't have to figure it out on your own.
As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist I work with individuals and couples to explore the paradoxical nature of eroticism, deepen intimacy, increase vitality, and live with more authenticity and pleasure.
My approach is warm, thoughtful, and collaborative. Together, we'll create space to explore what's getting in the way of the sexual life you want and identify ways to move toward greater connection, confidence, and joy.
What brings people to sex therapy?
There is no single reason people seek sex therapy. Sometimes there is a specific concern that feels difficult to resolve. Other times, something feels missing, or sex has become a source of tension rather than connection.
I work with individuals and couples navigating concerns such as:
Desire differences: Navigating mismatched levels of sexual desire or changes in libido.
Sexual disconnection: Feeling disconnected from your sexuality, your partner, or your own sense of pleasure.
Sexual anxiety: Managing performance anxiety, self-consciousness, or difficulty feeling present during sex.
Intimacy and communication: Learning to talk more openly about sex, needs, boundaries, and desires.
Arousal and pleasure: Exploring difficulties with arousal, orgasm, or experiencing pleasure.
Life transitions: Navigating changes in sexuality related to aging, parenthood, stress, medical issues, or shifts in relationship structures.
Sexual identity and exploration: Developing a deeper understanding of your sexuality, preferences, and desires.
Relationship and sexual patterns: Understanding how past experiences, attachment, and relationship dynamics influence your sex life.
You don't need to have a specific problem to benefit from sex therapy. Sometimes the goal is simply to feel more connected, curious, and fulfilled.
Sex Therapy for Individuals
Your relationship with sexuality is deeply personal. It can be shaped by your experiences, relationships, upbringing, body image, and the messages you've received about sex throughout your life.
Individual sex therapy offers a space to explore your sexuality without judgment or expectation. We can work together to better understand your desires, address challenges, and develop a more comfortable and fulfilling relationship with your sexual self.
Sex Therapy for Couples
Sexual intimacy can be an important part of a relationship, but it doesn't always come easily. Differences in desire, difficulty communicating about sex, or feeling disconnected can create frustration and distance between partners.
In couples sex therapy, we'll explore the patterns that may be getting in the way of intimacy and work toward developing greater understanding, communication, and connection. The goal isn't to achieve a particular frequency or version of a healthy sex life, but to create a sexual relationship that feels meaningful and satisfying to both of you.
My approach to sex therapy
Talking about sex can feel vulnerable. Many people come to therapy carrying shame, uncertainty, or a sense that their experiences are somehow outside the norm.
I believe that sexuality is a natural and meaningful part of being human, and that there is no single right way to experience or express it.
My approach is grounded in curiosity, compassion, and a genuine interest in understanding each person's unique experience. I draw on relational and attachment-based perspectives to explore how our histories, emotional lives, and relationships shape our sexuality.
Rather than focusing solely on the presenting concern, we'll look at the bigger picture: what you want, what may be getting in the way, and how you can develop a more satisfying relationship with yourself and others.
I offer an affirming space for people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationship structures, including queer and polyamorous individuals and couples.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is sex therapy?
Sex therapy is a specialized form of psychotherapy that addresses concerns related to sexuality, sexual functioning, desire, pleasure, and intimacy. It provides a supportive space to explore sexual concerns, understand underlying emotional and relational patterns, and work toward meaningful change.
Do I need to be in a relationship to see a sex therapist?
Not at all. I work with individuals as well as couples. Individual sex therapy can be helpful whether you're currently partnered or single, and whether you're addressing a specific concern or simply wanting to better understand your sexuality.
Do you work with couples who have different levels of sexual desire?
Yes. Differences in sexual desire are one of the concerns I frequently work with. Rather than assuming one partner has too much or too little desire, we'll explore the dynamics contributing to the difference and work toward a more satisfying and connected sexual relationship.
What happens in a sex therapy session?
Sex therapy is talk therapy. Sessions involve conversation, exploration, and therapeutic interventions tailored to your goals. There is no nudity or sexual activity involved in sessions.
Do you offer online sex therapy?
Yes. I offer virtual therapy to clients in California and Oregon, as well as in-person sessions in Mill Valley, California.
Begin a different conversation about sex
You deserve a space where you can talk openly about sexuality, intimacy, and the things that matter to you without feeling judged or misunderstood.
If you're curious about whether sex therapy might be helpful, I'd love to connect.