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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 Petaluma, the suburbs of Petaluma, other nearby places such as Napa, Novato, or anywhere else in California, 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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Adela Stone - Couples Specialist
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Make sure you gain insight into who you are as a partner, of your roles and needs in the relationship cycle. We will work on connecting past events and upbringing with how those patterns show up today so we can make some meaningful change.


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Make sure you gain insight into who you are as a partner, of your roles and needs in the relationship cycle. We will work on connecting past events and upbringing with how those patterns show up today so we can make some meaningful change.

Something to know about my approach is:

I work with couples to heal their emotional wounds and any resentment that may have built up as a result of attachment injuries and ongoing disconnect. I have a lot of resources for both neurodiverse and neurotypical couples. I find homework helpful.

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  • Attachment Styles
  • Communication Skills
  • Life Transitions
  • Marriage
  • Open Relationships
  • Premarital Counseling
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Angela Shankman
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Explore the specifics of your story to get to the root as to why your mental health is the way it is, find what you need in order to move out of old distressing patterns and into new paths of wellbeing, and nourish your authenticity.


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Explore the specifics of your story to get to the root as to why your mental health is the way it is, find what you need in order to move out of old distressing patterns and into new paths of wellbeing, and nourish your authenticity.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is LGBTQIA+ affirmative and trauma informed. I see mental health experiences as natural reactions to your environment. Your nervous system is reacting this way for a reason, and I will help lead you in an inquiry to figure out why.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Bisexuality
  • Gay
  • Gender Identity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Nonbinary Gender Identity
  • Polyamory
  • Queer
  • Sexual Orientation
  • Transgender
  • Vegan
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Nathan Hale
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Help you will learn what things you can control in life and what things you can't control in life. To do this, you will learn skills and techniques that will help you manage better those things you can control in life and let go of those you can't.


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Help you will learn what things you can control in life and what things you can't control in life. To do this, you will learn skills and techniques that will help you manage better those things you can control in life and let go of those you can't.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is a therapy that helps you better understand and make change to your thoughts and behaviors. In addition, I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, to help with psychological flexibility.

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  • Acute Grief
  • Acute Stress
  • Adult ADHD
  • Aging and Getting Older
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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety-Driven Anger
  • Anxiety Management
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  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Driving Anxiety
  • Gay
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • Health Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Identity
  • Illness Anxiety Disorder
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Job Stress
  • Lesbian
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  • Life Adjustment
  • Life Balance
  • Life Changes
  • Manic Depression
  • Men
  • Mild Depression
  • Negative Self-Talk
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
  • Seasonal Depression
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Worth
  • Sexuality
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Test/Performance Anxiety
  • Work Stress
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Mason Lewerenz
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Help you discover who you are as a holistic being. Whether that's in realms like sexuality and gender or self-esteem, relationships, or career. We will explore your parts and bring them together to strengthen you are a whole.


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Help you discover who you are as a holistic being. Whether that's in realms like sexuality and gender or self-esteem, relationships, or career. We will explore your parts and bring them together to strengthen you are a whole.

Something to know about my approach is:

I practice Eclectic Therapy. I don't believe in one-size therapy so I tend to tailor my approach to what works best for each client. Some of the theories I use are: Relational, Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Attachment, and Psychodynamic.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Consensual Non-Monogamy
  • Depression
  • Gender Identity
  • Kink
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Open Relationships
  • Polyamory
  • Relationship Distress
  • Social Anxiety
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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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Together, we will:

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.

Something to know about my approach is:

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
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  • Food and Eating Concerns
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Low Sex Drive
  • Menopause
  • Mood Swings
  • 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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