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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 Santa Maria, the suburbs of Santa Maria, other nearby places such as Ventura, Lompoc, 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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Whether you are looking for therapy to address childhood trauma, life transitions, anxiety, career, burnout, stress, relationship issues or for personal development, I am here to help you live your soul-led path.

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I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities and techniques stemming from CBT, psychodynamic theory and mindfulness based practices as well as Gottman Therapy, structural family therapy, and so on.

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Traverse the places you struggle and wish to grow in your life, with compassion and curiosity. This collaboration, based on your desired goal(s) and self-knowledge is coupled with my expertise to facilitate emotional processing and mental awareness.


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Traverse the places you struggle and wish to grow in your life, with compassion and curiosity. This collaboration, based on your desired goal(s) and self-knowledge is coupled with my expertise to facilitate emotional processing and mental awareness.

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The foundations of my approach are somatic (embodied), depth (accessing the unconscious) and relational. I incorporate experiences (movement, touch, active imagination, tarot) as well as psycho-education and dreamwork into sessions often.

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  • Complicated Grief
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  • Judaism
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I have a very pragmatic approach to sessions. I like to see it as we are on a road trip in your healing I am a guide and you are the driver. I understand the terrain and make a plan based on your unique needs.

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Increase your awareness and acceptance of your thoughts, feelings, and urges—especially when they're hard to accept. At the same time, we'll work on shifting your actions in the direction of your core values.


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Increase your awareness and acceptance of your thoughts, feelings, and urges—especially when they're hard to accept. At the same time, we'll work on shifting your actions in the direction of your core values.

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My approach is grounded in behaviorism and mindfulness, and I draw mostly from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). These theories resonate with me because they foster self-compassion and self-empowerment.

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Together we will work to create a genuine connection, wherein we will explore how your life experiences/relationships have impacted how you navigate the world and will help you make changes to help you feel content as your most authentic self.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am trained in cognitive (brain-based such as CBT/ERP), somatic (body-based including EMDR) and relationship-based (e.g. interpersonal psychotherapy) modalities and take an integrative approach. I have extensive experience with kids and adults.

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  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Faith/Religious Deconstruction
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  • Religious Trauma
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  • Teen Depression
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