Find Sex Therapy Therapists & Counselors in South San Francisco, CA.

 

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 South San Francisco, the suburbs of South San Francisco, other nearby places such as San Bruno, Daly City, 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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As a therapist who specializes in supporting those experiencing significant life transitions, I’ll work with you to reduce the anxiety and stress often associated with ‘adulting.’


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As a therapist who specializes in supporting those experiencing significant life transitions, I’ll work with you to reduce the anxiety and stress often associated with ‘adulting.’

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As your therapist, I will create a safe space for you to vent your frustrations, explore next steps, and create measurable therapeutic goals to track your implementation progress.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bisexuality
  • Cultural Identity
  • Depression
  • Functional Anxiety
  • Gender Identity
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Mild Depression
  • Multicultural Identity
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Racial or Ethnic Identity
  • Religious Identity
  • Seasonal Depression
  • Sexuality
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work together to build the tools, confidence, and compassion you need to enjoy the healthy, fulfilling relationships you deserve. Whether you are participating as an individual or with a partner, you can make the changes you need.


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work together to build the tools, confidence, and compassion you need to enjoy the healthy, fulfilling relationships you deserve. Whether you are participating as an individual or with a partner, you can make the changes you need.

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Our sessions will be tailored to your goal so that you walk away with not only skills to apply, but new insight into yourself. I will encourage you to question assumptions you never thought you had, while providing a safe space for growth.

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  • Alternative Relationships
  • Kink
  • LGBTQ+
  • Open Relationships
  • Relationship Distress
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  • Sexual Issues
  • Sexuality
  • Sexual Trauma
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Therapy will focus on setting boundaries, assertiveness, conflict resolution and recognizing unhealthy relationship patterns. We will also examine intergenerational trauma and messages internalized about skin color/shade, hair texture and body type.


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Therapy will focus on setting boundaries, assertiveness, conflict resolution and recognizing unhealthy relationship patterns. We will also examine intergenerational trauma and messages internalized about skin color/shade, hair texture and body type.

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Individual therapy techniques include DBT, CBT and healthy relationship skill building. Skill building includes assertiveness training, conflict-resolution, overcoming chronic people pleasing and setting healthy boundaries with others.

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  • Attachment Disorders
  • Couples
  • Family Conflict
  • Family of Origin
  • Marriage
  • Premarital Counseling
  • Racial Trauma
  • Relationship Conflict
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explore how your chronic illness, grief and loss, and/or trauma are impacting your world. I'll provide psychoeducation where appropriate and help you find parts of yourself that have been hidden away.


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explore how your chronic illness, grief and loss, and/or trauma are impacting your world. I'll provide psychoeducation where appropriate and help you find parts of yourself that have been hidden away.

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While I utilize a variety of therapy techniques, I believe the key to a successful therapeutic experience lies within the relationship between you and me. I tailor my approach to your needs and goals. I highly value feedback and collaboration.

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  • Adolescents
  • Adult ADHD
  • Body Image
  • Breakups
  • Chronic Illness
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Ethical Non-Monogamy
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  • LGBTQ+
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  • Medical Trauma
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  • Polyamory
  • Relational Trauma
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address your addictive behaviors, and any other concerns, by improving your relationship with yourself and others, building insight into your unique history, integrating therapeutic tools, and deepening your mind-body connection.


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address your addictive behaviors, and any other concerns, by improving your relationship with yourself and others, building insight into your unique history, integrating therapeutic tools, and deepening your mind-body connection.

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I use a harm reduction approach to understanding and treating substance use and other compulsive behaviors. This approach explores a number of contributing factors, such as co-occurring mental illnesses, family relationships, and medical problems.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Open Relationships
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Sex Addiction
  • Substance Use Disorders
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