Q: What is sex therapy?

A: Sex therapy is a specialized form of psychotherapy that helps individuals and couples address challenges related to sexual functioning, desire, intimacy, communication, and emotional connection. It is talk-therapy based — there is no physical contact or sexual activity in sessions.

As a Certified Sex Therapist (AASECT) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I use evidence-based methods to help you understand what’s affecting your sexual wellbeing, reduce shame, and create a healthier, more connected intimate life.

Q: What kinds of concerns does sex therapy help with?

A: People come to sex therapy for many reasons, including:

• Low libido or mismatched desire

• Difficulty with arousal or orgasm

• Painful sex (dyspareunia, vaginismus, pelvic floor pain)

• Performance anxiety

• Healing from sexual trauma

• Body image or confidence issues

• Communication barriers around sex and intimacy

• Navigating differences in sexual preferences or needs

If it impacts your sexual or relational wellbeing, it’s something we can talk about.

Q: Is sex therapy normal? How common are intimacy concerns?

A: Very common — more common than most people realize.

• 1 in 3 women experiences low desire at some point.

• 14–34% of women report pain during sex.

• Up to 40% of men struggle with performance anxiety or erectile difficulty.

• Couples in long-term relationships frequently experience ebbing desire, intimacy challenges, or mismatched libido over time.

Sexual concerns are human concerns — not personal failings. Therapy offers a supportive space to explore these topics without shame.

Q: Can sex therapy help with painful sex?

A: Yes — very often.
While medical providers address the physical causes, sex therapy can help you:

• Reduce fear, anxiety, and anticipation of pain

• Rebuild confidence and trust in your body

• Learn techniques to relax the pelvic floor

• Improve communication with your partner

• Create positive, safe intimacy experiences

Painful sex is treatable, and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Q: How does couples sex therapy work?

A: In couples sessions, we focus on:

• Improving communication

• Understanding each partner’s needs

• Reducing pressure and performance anxiety

• Deepening emotional intimacy

• Rebuilding trust

• Supporting pleasure for both partners

Many couples actually grow closer through this process.

Q: Is low libido normal?

A: That’s normal. Truly.
My work is shame-free, gentle, and relational. You set the pace. I never push, pressure, or judge — you get to show up exactly as you are.

Q: Can sex therapy help me heal from sexual trauma?

A: Yes. Sex therapy can be an important part of healing after sexual trauma. Many people notice changes in desire, trust, comfort in their body, or intimacy after trauma — and all of this is completely normal.

In therapy, we go at your pace. I help you:

• Rebuild a sense of safety

• Understand how trauma can affect desire, arousal, and relationships

• Navigate triggers with more ease

• Strengthen boundaries and communication

• Reconnect with pleasure in ways that feel safe and empowering

We can also collaborate with pelvic floor physical therapists or medical providers if needed.

Healing is possible.

Q: What if I feel embarrassed talking about sex?

A: What’s normal. Truly.
My work is shame-free, gentle, and relational. You set the pace. I never push, pressure, or judge — you get to show up exactly as you are.