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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. Wherever you are located in California from Alameda to Yucaipa or even Montclair, or anywhere else nearby, 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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Look at your relationships with yourself and others, and unpack where you are stuck. We will explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to achieve self-awareness and growth. We will look at future goals for your authentic self.


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Look at your relationships with yourself and others, and unpack where you are stuck. We will explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to achieve self-awareness and growth. We will look at future goals for your authentic self.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach to therapy is client-centered, collaborative, and relational. You need a warm, approachable, and trusting environment to begin making changes and progress toward growth and healing. I will hold that space and meet you where you are.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Gay
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Worth
  • Sexuality
  • Sexual Orientation
  • Stress
  • Trauma
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Explore problem areas and work toward relieving the unwanted symptoms that brought you here. We will clear out the bad, and make more space for the good!


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Together, we will:

Explore problem areas and work toward relieving the unwanted symptoms that brought you here. We will clear out the bad, and make more space for the good!

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach to providing therapy is taking a look at the whole picture, including the client's childhood, worldview, and current problem areas, and clearing out anything that could be holding them back from happiness and peace. I use EMDR, CBT, DBT,

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety
  • College Students
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Love Addiction
  • Relationships
  • Self-Compassion
  • Starting College
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma
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Identify what needs to change or what is not working and together come up with solutions that are reasonable and attainable.


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Identify what needs to change or what is not working and together come up with solutions that are reasonable and attainable.

Something to know about my approach is:

I think it is very important to create a safe and secure space for you to open up and begin to do the work.

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  • Anxiety
  • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Sexuality
  • Women
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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.


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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.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Faith/Religious Deconstruction
  • LGBTQ+
  • LGBTQ+ Children
  • Religious Trauma
  • Sexuality
  • Teen Depression
  • Trauma
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Together, we'll cultivate your capacity for courage, compassion, and lasting change. You'll walk away with a better understanding of yourself and new tools and strategies for navigating your relationships and stressors with resilience and purpose.


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Together, we'll cultivate your capacity for courage, compassion, and lasting change. You'll walk away with a better understanding of yourself and new tools and strategies for navigating your relationships and stressors with resilience and purpose.

Something to know about my approach is:

I use an eclectic style of theories and modalities to develop client-centered, realistic treatment plans. I never recommend unrealistic or unachievable treatments that don't align with your goals and vision for your ideal future.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult Children of Alcoholics
  • Bisexuality
  • Church Abuse
  • Communication Skills
  • Cult Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Domestic Violence Survivors
  • Empowering Women
  • Entrepreneurial Women
  • Ethical Non-Monogamy
  • Family Trauma
  • Family Violence
  • Gender Non-Conforming
  • Gender Transition
  • Gender Transition in Families
  • Gun Violence Survivors
  • Healing From Relationships
  • Highly Sensitive People (HSPs)
  • Incest
  • Military Life Transition
  • Military Service
  • Mother-Daughter Relationships
  • Parent of Sexual Abuse Survivor
  • Polyamory
  • Professional Women
  • Rape and Sexual Assault
  • Relational Trauma
  • Relationship Skills
  • Relationship Trauma
  • Secondary Trauma
  • Sexual Trauma
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  • Violence
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