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Sex can be a confusing issue for many people and relationships. It’s often difficult to talk about and associated with shame. That’s where a licensed sex therapist can help. A sex therapist can help you understand the psychological and physical issues that affect your sexual life and desires.

If you’re experiencing any frustrations, confusion, or anxiety pertaining to sex, a licensed sex therapist can be instrumental in resolving them. Whether you are located in downtown Bakersfield, Bakersfield Country Club, Csu Bakersfield, Downtown Bakersfield, or even Haggin Oaks, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You Need a Sex Therapist

We often keep sexual matters to ourselves, but that can make problems worse. There are times when you definitely should seek the guidance of a sex therapist:

  • You experience sexual dysfunction, such as low libido, anorgasmia, premature ejaculation, or erectile dysfunction.
  • You are in a committed relationship and are dissatisfied with your sex life.
  • Your sex drive is abnormally high or low.
  • You think about sex all day long.
  • You feel lost or confused on the topic of sex.
  • You’ve been a victim of sexual abuse.
  • You are unsure of your sexual attractions and desires.

Sex therapy from a licensed sex therapist is a promising treatment for sexual issues and frustrations. And you don’t have to wait forever to get started; read this article to find out how to start therapy.

Achieve a Healthy Sex Life with Sex Therapy

You can work through your sexual issues alone with a licensed therapist, or you and your partner(s) can discuss your unique sexual issues together in relationship therapy.

With Mental Health Match, finding a qualified sex therapist is easy! Start by browsing sex experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Sandra Hart
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Build a therapy space that allows you to fully be your magnificent self. My goal is to look at the often confusing messages and mistaken labels placed on us, so you can begin to see yourself through your own eyes.


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Build a therapy space that allows you to fully be your magnificent self. My goal is to look at the often confusing messages and mistaken labels placed on us, so you can begin to see yourself through your own eyes.

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I believe honest, respectful conversations create meaningful relationships. I do my best to keep an open mind, knowing that everyone experiences the world differently depending on lived experiences, identities, culture and ancestral knowledge.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
  • Seasonal Depression
  • Sex Anxiety
  • Sexual Health
  • Sexuality
  • Social Anxiety
  • Teen Depression
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Dr. Michael Grey
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Explore and address past hurts, and traumas and how we can improve the relationships most important to you. We will also work together to develop insight into how these impact your intersecting identities, creating more functional pattens in life.


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Explore and address past hurts, and traumas and how we can improve the relationships most important to you. We will also work together to develop insight into how these impact your intersecting identities, creating more functional pattens in life.

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I am psychoanalytic in my approach bringing your unconscious to your conscious mind. Incorporating Brainspotting, and Biofeedback into sessions help combine both the mind and body allowing you to develop skills to help you regulate your body.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • BDSM
  • Coming Out
  • Coming Out of a Cult
  • Consensual Non-Monogamy
  • Ethical Non-Monogamy
  • Gender Affirmative Surgery Letters
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Kink
  • LGBTQ+
  • Polyamory
  • Pornography
  • Religious Trauma
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Health
  • Sexuality
  • Sex Workers
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G. Katie Dashtban
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Learn what is bothering you and how you feel stuck. What do you need to feel better/ what struggles get in the way? We'll develop a plan and a way to execute it successfully. You will be on your way to a more fulfilling life as fast as possible.


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Learn what is bothering you and how you feel stuck. What do you need to feel better/ what struggles get in the way? We'll develop a plan and a way to execute it successfully. You will be on your way to a more fulfilling life as fast as possible.

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I use evidence-based methods such as TEAM-CBT, based on David Burns' approach, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Health Psychology based on medical and psychological research when treating my patients.

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  • ADHD Testing
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Entrepreneurial Women
  • First Generation Issues
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  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Low Sex Drive
  • Menopause
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  • Persistant Depressive Disorder
  • Postpartum Mood Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Professional Women
  • PTSD from Abuse
  • Sex Anxiety
  • Sexual Pain
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Women’s Health
  • Workaholics
  • Working Professionals
  • Workplace Issues
  • Work Stress
  • Young Women
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Pauline L'Herbette
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Together, we'll uncover your inner strengths and craft personalized strategies to navigate life's challenges through the integration of mindfulness, emotion regulation, and cognitive restructuring techniques.


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Together, we'll uncover your inner strengths and craft personalized strategies to navigate life's challenges through the integration of mindfulness, emotion regulation, and cognitive restructuring techniques.

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My heart lies in providing care that's not just effective, but deeply compassionate and culturally sensitive. Guided by evidence-based practices rooted in CBT and DBT, my approach is all about collaboration and empowerment.

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  • Abusive Relationships
  • Addictions
  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Adolescent Risk Behaviors
  • Adolescents
  • Adult Children of Alcoholics
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexuality
  • Burnout
  • Career Burnout
  • Career Change
  • Career Coaching
  • Child or Adolescent Therapy
  • Codependency
  • College Students
  • Co-Parenting
  • Couples
  • Cultural Identity
  • Depression
  • Distress Tolerance
  • Empowering Women
  • Entrepreneurial Women
  • Family Conflict
  • Family Trauma
  • Gender Identity
  • Gender Transition
  • Gender Transition in Families
  • LGBTQ+
  • LGBTQ+ Children
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  • New Job Transition
  • Parent-Adult Child Relationship
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Parenting Children With ADHD
  • Parenting Children with Anxiety
  • Parenting Skills
  • Postpartum
  • Postpartum Anxiety
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy
  • Premarital Counseling
  • Professional Women
  • PTSD from Abuse
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationship Skills
  • School Issues
  • School Resistance
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexuality
  • Sibling Relationships
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress-Related Disorders
  • Substance Abuse Intervention
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teenagers
  • Teen Depression
  • Transgender
  • Women’s Health
  • Young Women
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Meghan Arroyo
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Tackle emotional walls that keep others at distance, create greater connection with your partner/s, and loved ones. Most importantly, you can connect with your authentic Self and live life with self-compassion and ease.


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Tackle emotional walls that keep others at distance, create greater connection with your partner/s, and loved ones. Most importantly, you can connect with your authentic Self and live life with self-compassion and ease.

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I'm an AASECT certified sex therapist and I am passionate about helping clients find sexual vitality in their lives. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems and use this approach to heal trauma.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Consensual Non-Monogamy
  • Couples
  • Couples Sex Therapy
  • Depression
  • Polyamory
  • Sexuality
  • Trauma-Related Disorders
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