Sex Therapists in Bury Saint Edmunds, ENG

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Dr Ali Taba – Cambridge Sex Therapy Clinic
Psychotherapist, PhD, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Bury Saint Edmunds IP28
I am a Senior Accredited Specialist in Sex and Relationship Therapy.
Male and Female Sexual Dysfunctions, Sex Therapy and Couple Counselling Service in Cambridge & Online (phone & Video Call). I work with a wide range of male and female sexual difficulties, including: low sexual confidence, sexual anxiety (performance anxiety), sexual dissatisfaction, low desire for sex (desire mismatch), erectile problems, premature ejaculation, delayed or inhibited ejaculation, orgasm difficulties in women, vaginismus and sexual pain, sexual identity issues, & sex/porn addiction. I also work with relationship and marital problems, such as poor communication, intimacy issues, lack of trust & affairs.
I am a Senior Accredited Specialist in Sex and Relationship Therapy.
Male and Female Sexual Dysfunctions, Sex Therapy and Couple Counselling Service in Cambridge & Online (phone & Video Call). I work with a wide range of male and female sexual difficulties, including: low sexual confidence, sexual anxiety (performance anxiety), sexual dissatisfaction, low desire for sex (desire mismatch), erectile problems, premature ejaculation, delayed or inhibited ejaculation, orgasm difficulties in women, vaginismus and sexual pain, sexual identity issues, & sex/porn addiction. I also work with relationship and marital problems, such as poor communication, intimacy issues, lack of trust & affairs.
01223 653962 View 01223 653962
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Kate Wood
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury Saint Edmunds IP33
I am an experienced and committed Integrative Child and Adolescent Counsellor. I am passionate about enabling children and young people to tell their stories, make sense of their inner worlds and develop the capacity for deeply fulfilling relationships. Using metaphor, imagery and healing conversations I help children work effectively with their emotional difficulties, which can be unbearable and difficult to understand. Staying present, attuned and attentive throughout the child’s personal journey, I am able to hold their discomfort, their sadness and their anger and stay with them in the process.
I am an experienced and committed Integrative Child and Adolescent Counsellor. I am passionate about enabling children and young people to tell their stories, make sense of their inner worlds and develop the capacity for deeply fulfilling relationships. Using metaphor, imagery and healing conversations I help children work effectively with their emotional difficulties, which can be unbearable and difficult to understand. Staying present, attuned and attentive throughout the child’s personal journey, I am able to hold their discomfort, their sadness and their anger and stay with them in the process.
0113 519 1181 View 0113 519 1181
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Mulberry Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury Saint Edmunds IP28
If life is feeling overwhelming, or just not in balance for you, and you'll like to feel more in control, less anxious/stressed or exhausted. Whether through daily life issues, challenging life situations, bereavement, or a difficult relationship. Would you like to be listened to, supported, and understood? If so, we can work together to bring more balance, calm, a clearer path, work through challenges and life transitions for a more fulfilled life.
If life is feeling overwhelming, or just not in balance for you, and you'll like to feel more in control, less anxious/stressed or exhausted. Whether through daily life issues, challenging life situations, bereavement, or a difficult relationship. Would you like to be listened to, supported, and understood? If so, we can work together to bring more balance, calm, a clearer path, work through challenges and life transitions for a more fulfilled life.
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Rachel Anderson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury Saint Edmunds IP29
Now offering hypnotherapy based sessions. Life can be extremely challenging and you may feel like you need someone to talk to about your current or past experiences however, finding the right person to speak to can often bring about many questions. I hope that my short introduction and the information that follows, proves helpful in assisting you to make a decision about whether to contact me. I am a qualified counsellor working in Colchester and I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). As such, I abide by their ethical framework.
Now offering hypnotherapy based sessions. Life can be extremely challenging and you may feel like you need someone to talk to about your current or past experiences however, finding the right person to speak to can often bring about many questions. I hope that my short introduction and the information that follows, proves helpful in assisting you to make a decision about whether to contact me. I am a qualified counsellor working in Colchester and I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). As such, I abide by their ethical framework.
01206 237336 View 01206 237336
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Natalie Wiggins
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bury Saint Edmunds IP29
Hello and welcome to my profile, thank you for visiting. I am a qualified, registered and insured Counsellor, highly trained and experienced for over a decade. I offer help with a wide range of issues, in a way that is tailor made and as individual as you are, including couples work and those needing counselling for relationships. I am based in Suffolk (Sudbury and rural Bury St Edmunds) for face to face work plus online session availability, always at competitive prices. Nominated at the Make a Difference Awards, for best service in Suffolk by listeners of BBC Radio
Hello and welcome to my profile, thank you for visiting. I am a qualified, registered and insured Counsellor, highly trained and experienced for over a decade. I offer help with a wide range of issues, in a way that is tailor made and as individual as you are, including couples work and those needing counselling for relationships. I am based in Suffolk (Sudbury and rural Bury St Edmunds) for face to face work plus online session availability, always at competitive prices. Nominated at the Make a Difference Awards, for best service in Suffolk by listeners of BBC Radio
01284 339595 View 01284 339595
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William Clarke
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bury Saint Edmunds IP33
I will sit alongside you and support you, in confidence, to explore any areas of concern whether they are sexual, emotional, self-worth, or even what your place in the world is about.
I came to counselling later in life, after running my own successful business in the hospitality and events industry. I have a lot of experience in dealing with different people and situations, and I understand the pressures and challenges of working in a demanding and competitive field. I have also faced my own struggles with complicated family issues growing up, identity and self worth. These experiences have shaped me as a person and as a therapist, and they help me to connect with a diverse range of clients.
I will sit alongside you and support you, in confidence, to explore any areas of concern whether they are sexual, emotional, self-worth, or even what your place in the world is about.
I came to counselling later in life, after running my own successful business in the hospitality and events industry. I have a lot of experience in dealing with different people and situations, and I understand the pressures and challenges of working in a demanding and competitive field. I have also faced my own struggles with complicated family issues growing up, identity and self worth. These experiences have shaped me as a person and as a therapist, and they help me to connect with a diverse range of clients.
020 4538 4591 View 020 4538 4591

Online Therapists

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Lisa Hitchen
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London SE9
I have run group sessions and workshops with children, adolescents and young adults on diverse personal, emotional, mental health and sexual health topics.
I am an experienced and accredited counsellor working with people of all backgrounds. I offer a safe listening space for clients to speak freely about whatever is troubling them. I work in an integrative way bringing in different approaches based on the individual needs of each person. This includes creative techniques, person centred and CBT approaches. I offer short and long term sessions in Lewisham plus telephone and online counselling to individuals and couples. Recently I qualified as an EMDR therapist and offer this to clients with disturbing memories or trauma that want to let go of the past (see my website for details).
I have run group sessions and workshops with children, adolescents and young adults on diverse personal, emotional, mental health and sexual health topics.
I am an experienced and accredited counsellor working with people of all backgrounds. I offer a safe listening space for clients to speak freely about whatever is troubling them. I work in an integrative way bringing in different approaches based on the individual needs of each person. This includes creative techniques, person centred and CBT approaches. I offer short and long term sessions in Lewisham plus telephone and online counselling to individuals and couples. Recently I qualified as an EMDR therapist and offer this to clients with disturbing memories or trauma that want to let go of the past (see my website for details).
020 8106 2070 View 020 8106 2070
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Alan Reich
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London NW11
I can work with you to help find solutions to the difficulties encountered in relationships, family life, transitions, separation, divorce, sexuality, gender and identity.
I work with both individuals, couples and families, specialising in helping those with relationship difficulties, low-self esteem, anxiety and depression. Relationships are the most exciting and fulfilling aspect in our lives, but they can also be difficult and challenging. Most relationships go through a difficult patch at some time. Through counselling, you can learn how to stop fights from escalating, identify and change the underlying patterns that cause them and reconnect to the bond that you share with each other.
I can work with you to help find solutions to the difficulties encountered in relationships, family life, transitions, separation, divorce, sexuality, gender and identity.
I work with both individuals, couples and families, specialising in helping those with relationship difficulties, low-self esteem, anxiety and depression. Relationships are the most exciting and fulfilling aspect in our lives, but they can also be difficult and challenging. Most relationships go through a difficult patch at some time. Through counselling, you can learn how to stop fights from escalating, identify and change the underlying patterns that cause them and reconnect to the bond that you share with each other.
07528 260482 View 07528 260482
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Holly Dorling
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Letchworth Garden City SG6
When it comes to issues relating to sex and relationships, it can often seem difficult to ask for help, because these very topics are deeply personal and private to us.
Hello, I'm Holly and I offer support for individuals and couples / multi-partnered people with issues relating to all things sex and relationships. I cover a range of topics, but my specialism sits with young adults (18-35), women's sexual health matters and relationship problems. This might include; dating concerns, low sexual desire, sexual anxiety, vaginismus, erectile problems, sexual health questions and living with STIs, low self-esteem/body image concerns. I also offer therapy for people needing support with recovering from affairs, improving communication or re-establishing intimacy in their relationship.
When it comes to issues relating to sex and relationships, it can often seem difficult to ask for help, because these very topics are deeply personal and private to us.
Hello, I'm Holly and I offer support for individuals and couples / multi-partnered people with issues relating to all things sex and relationships. I cover a range of topics, but my specialism sits with young adults (18-35), women's sexual health matters and relationship problems. This might include; dating concerns, low sexual desire, sexual anxiety, vaginismus, erectile problems, sexual health questions and living with STIs, low self-esteem/body image concerns. I also offer therapy for people needing support with recovering from affairs, improving communication or re-establishing intimacy in their relationship.
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Claire Ratcliffe Psychotherapy & Couples Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London E1
I am trained in Sex Therapy and work with various sexual issues.
I work with Individuals, Couples, Polyamorous Relationships and those who are experiencing sexual issues. Therapy can be an empowering process, supporting you to reconnect with yourself, to notice and take care of your needs, bringing you self awareness, healing & a deeper sense of security. I work to provide clients with a safe & attuned therapeutic experience. This gives you the space to look at old patterns of behaviour that are no longer serving you, supporting you to make healthier changes, moving you forward into a place of authenticity
I am trained in Sex Therapy and work with various sexual issues.
I work with Individuals, Couples, Polyamorous Relationships and those who are experiencing sexual issues. Therapy can be an empowering process, supporting you to reconnect with yourself, to notice and take care of your needs, bringing you self awareness, healing & a deeper sense of security. I work to provide clients with a safe & attuned therapeutic experience. This gives you the space to look at old patterns of behaviour that are no longer serving you, supporting you to make healthier changes, moving you forward into a place of authenticity
0161 524 6615 View 0161 524 6615
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Paula Jane Isgrove
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Colchester CO2
Working with couples and individuals. I appreciate the connection between physical health and psychological well being. I work with a variety of issues including anxiety disorders and trauma especially relating to relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse, sex problems and sex addiction. OCD and hoarding as well as panic disorders are also areas of interest. I have extensive experience of discussing sensitive and intimate topics with people, including issues relating to sexual identity and sexual assault/abuse.
Working with couples and individuals. I appreciate the connection between physical health and psychological well being. I work with a variety of issues including anxiety disorders and trauma especially relating to relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse, sex problems and sex addiction. OCD and hoarding as well as panic disorders are also areas of interest. I have extensive experience of discussing sensitive and intimate topics with people, including issues relating to sexual identity and sexual assault/abuse.
07840 055140 View 07840 055140
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Jackie Morley
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Rochford SS4
I provide a safe, non-judgemental environment in which you can talk about issues that may be affecting your relationship, such as conflict, confidence, past trauma and sex and sex-related issues.
I have a background in Social Care where I worked with complex family and relationship issues. Through my experience I have come to understand how instrumental caring, supportive relationships are to reducing stress and increasing emotional well-being. It has led to a passion for working as a therapist to help people improve relationships, to feel connected to, heard and valued by spouses, partners, friends and family. Through resolving conflict, repairing hurt, anger and where you are able to let go of resentments it can lead to a healthier sex-life and sexual functioning.
I provide a safe, non-judgemental environment in which you can talk about issues that may be affecting your relationship, such as conflict, confidence, past trauma and sex and sex-related issues.
I have a background in Social Care where I worked with complex family and relationship issues. Through my experience I have come to understand how instrumental caring, supportive relationships are to reducing stress and increasing emotional well-being. It has led to a passion for working as a therapist to help people improve relationships, to feel connected to, heard and valued by spouses, partners, friends and family. Through resolving conflict, repairing hurt, anger and where you are able to let go of resentments it can lead to a healthier sex-life and sexual functioning.
01702 967396 View 01702 967396
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Predrag Bogdanovich
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London NW8  (Online Only)
From personal experience, I know how difficult it can be to talk about intimate/ sexual problems.
I provide Affordable Short-Term Psycho sexual Therapy, Relationship Therapy, and Coaching in Optimal Life or/and Sex Coaching. I have been systematically seeing clients presenting with sexual and relationship difficulties in the clinical setting in Relate (July 2019 - October 2023) and on Private Basis from December 2022. I have acquired approximately 700 clinical hours. For difficulties I most often encounter in my work and can help you with please visit my website osle.info or book a FREE 20 to 30-minute Video Meeting with me.
From personal experience, I know how difficult it can be to talk about intimate/ sexual problems.
I provide Affordable Short-Term Psycho sexual Therapy, Relationship Therapy, and Coaching in Optimal Life or/and Sex Coaching. I have been systematically seeing clients presenting with sexual and relationship difficulties in the clinical setting in Relate (July 2019 - October 2023) and on Private Basis from December 2022. I have acquired approximately 700 clinical hours. For difficulties I most often encounter in my work and can help you with please visit my website osle.info or book a FREE 20 to 30-minute Video Meeting with me.
020 3540 7293 View 020 3540 7293
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Amanda Watson
Psychotherapist, PsychD
Verified Verified
London NW1  (Online Only)
I am able to support clients with physical psycho sexual issues such as: erectile dysfunction, rapid and delayed ejaculation, vaginismus and dyspareunia.
I offer psychotherapy and counselling to individuals and couples/partnerships of all sexual orientations with a supportive and non judgemental approach. I work from an integrative perspective using a range of theories and strategies to suit the specific needs of the client and I specialise in Psycho sexual and Relationship issues. I have a 25 year background in Education and Teaching. Please check out my website: www.amandalisawatson.com
I am able to support clients with physical psycho sexual issues such as: erectile dysfunction, rapid and delayed ejaculation, vaginismus and dyspareunia.
I offer psychotherapy and counselling to individuals and couples/partnerships of all sexual orientations with a supportive and non judgemental approach. I work from an integrative perspective using a range of theories and strategies to suit the specific needs of the client and I specialise in Psycho sexual and Relationship issues. I have a 25 year background in Education and Teaching. Please check out my website: www.amandalisawatson.com
020 4538 2359 View 020 4538 2359
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Claudia Varosio
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N1
My approach is holistic and experiential, drawing from transpersonal psychotherapy, somatic therapy, attachment theory, conscious relating, sacred sexuality, and neuroscience.
Thanks for reading my profile. You may be here looking for support. Perhaps you are experiencing pain or challenges, and the usual ways of distracting yourself are no longer working. You may not have anyone to talk to. Or, maybe, you are feeling stuck and would like to understand why you seem to be repeating the same old unhelpful patterns, or struggling in your relationships. You are not alone. Feeling this way is normal and more common than you’d think. The good news is, there is a way out. I aim to support you not just to manage the issues that are currently causing you difficulties but also to explore the emotional root causes.
My approach is holistic and experiential, drawing from transpersonal psychotherapy, somatic therapy, attachment theory, conscious relating, sacred sexuality, and neuroscience.
Thanks for reading my profile. You may be here looking for support. Perhaps you are experiencing pain or challenges, and the usual ways of distracting yourself are no longer working. You may not have anyone to talk to. Or, maybe, you are feeling stuck and would like to understand why you seem to be repeating the same old unhelpful patterns, or struggling in your relationships. You are not alone. Feeling this way is normal and more common than you’d think. The good news is, there is a way out. I aim to support you not just to manage the issues that are currently causing you difficulties but also to explore the emotional root causes.
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Richard Absalom
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London EC4M  (Online Only)
Experienced and established Integrative Individual and Couples Counsellor offering online appointments on Zoom or Skype. As well as my initial core training and qualification in Integrative Counselling (2006) I am additionally qualified in Sex and Relationship therapy. I have worked with individuals since 2006, and couples since 2009. Whatever your circumstances, I am passionate about helping people tap back into their own resources in order to solve problems and make changes. I can help, when unhelpful thoughts patterns and behaviours are keeping you stuck. The aim is to help you gain insight, and heighten self awareness.
Experienced and established Integrative Individual and Couples Counsellor offering online appointments on Zoom or Skype. As well as my initial core training and qualification in Integrative Counselling (2006) I am additionally qualified in Sex and Relationship therapy. I have worked with individuals since 2006, and couples since 2009. Whatever your circumstances, I am passionate about helping people tap back into their own resources in order to solve problems and make changes. I can help, when unhelpful thoughts patterns and behaviours are keeping you stuck. The aim is to help you gain insight, and heighten self awareness.
01202 013959 View 01202 013959
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Anthony Frost
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SW15
Psycho sexual therapy is a talking therapy aimed at helping you to talk openly about your life, sexuality and/or preferences, to resolve specific sexual or relationship difficulties.
I am a Psycho sexual ( Sex) and Relationship Therapist with additional training in Sex Addiction Counselling for compulsive sexual behaviour. I am a Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity affirming practitioner, offering a non-judgemental, supportive space where I encourage openness and honesty and embrace the diversity and uniqueness of my clients. I have an MSc in Psycho sexual ( Sex) Therapy, a Post Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling and an Advanced Diploma in Sex Addiction Counselling. My original training was as a Psychotherapist & CBT therapist and I have been been working in private practice and the NHS since 2012.
Psycho sexual therapy is a talking therapy aimed at helping you to talk openly about your life, sexuality and/or preferences, to resolve specific sexual or relationship difficulties.
I am a Psycho sexual ( Sex) and Relationship Therapist with additional training in Sex Addiction Counselling for compulsive sexual behaviour. I am a Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity affirming practitioner, offering a non-judgemental, supportive space where I encourage openness and honesty and embrace the diversity and uniqueness of my clients. I have an MSc in Psycho sexual ( Sex) Therapy, a Post Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling and an Advanced Diploma in Sex Addiction Counselling. My original training was as a Psychotherapist & CBT therapist and I have been been working in private practice and the NHS since 2012.
020 3835 4641 View 020 3835 4641
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Christine Andreasen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SE1
My main areas of practice and experience are: Depression /Anxiety /Loneliness and issues around belonging/ Lack of meaning/ Low self-esteem/ Relationship problems/ Personal development/ Coping with change/ Grief/ Sex and sexuality /Gender / Alternative lifestyle/ Psycho sexual Therapy/.
People seek counselling for many reasons. There is no rule for what you should and should not attend counselling for. Whether you are facing a challenging phase in your life, suffer from anxiety or depression, want to improve your emotional health, change recurring patterns of thought or behaviour, have relationship or sexual issues or perhaps need to talk to someone in a non-judgemental and confidential environment - counselling can help.
My main areas of practice and experience are: Depression /Anxiety /Loneliness and issues around belonging/ Lack of meaning/ Low self-esteem/ Relationship problems/ Personal development/ Coping with change/ Grief/ Sex and sexuality /Gender / Alternative lifestyle/ Psycho sexual Therapy/.
People seek counselling for many reasons. There is no rule for what you should and should not attend counselling for. Whether you are facing a challenging phase in your life, suffer from anxiety or depression, want to improve your emotional health, change recurring patterns of thought or behaviour, have relationship or sexual issues or perhaps need to talk to someone in a non-judgemental and confidential environment - counselling can help.
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Silva Neves
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London W1S
I'm a member of the European Society for Sexual Medicine (ESSM).
I am a fully qualified, experienced and accredited psychotherapist, specialist in psycho sexual & relationship therapy, couples therapy, and the treatment of compulsive sexual behaviours. I am a clinical traumatologist specialist in providing therapy for survivors of sexual abuse. I offer clinical supervision to psychotherapists, psychologists, counsellors and other mental health professionals. I hold a full professional insurance.
I'm a member of the European Society for Sexual Medicine (ESSM).
I am a fully qualified, experienced and accredited psychotherapist, specialist in psycho sexual & relationship therapy, couples therapy, and the treatment of compulsive sexual behaviours. I am a clinical traumatologist specialist in providing therapy for survivors of sexual abuse. I offer clinical supervision to psychotherapists, psychologists, counsellors and other mental health professionals. I hold a full professional insurance.
020 3974 1463 View 020 3974 1463
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www.tri-therapy.com
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, COSRT General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London NW1  (Online Only)
Specialist Qualifications as a Psycho sexual ( Sex) & Relationship Therapist and trauma support were added to support clients with sexual functioning, Identity, trauma, desires, expression, and a myriad of other concerns.
As an Integrative Counsellor, Psycho sexual & Relationship/Marriage therapist, I weave different therapies to support clients in their uniqueness to manage and heal from struggles that affect their emotional, and mental health & happiness. Ruptures in one's mental wellness can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, and sexual functioning/ identity concerns that hinder emotional self-esteem and ongoing happiness within and in our relationship with ourselves and others.
Specialist Qualifications as a Psycho sexual ( Sex) & Relationship Therapist and trauma support were added to support clients with sexual functioning, Identity, trauma, desires, expression, and a myriad of other concerns.
As an Integrative Counsellor, Psycho sexual & Relationship/Marriage therapist, I weave different therapies to support clients in their uniqueness to manage and heal from struggles that affect their emotional, and mental health & happiness. Ruptures in one's mental wellness can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, and sexual functioning/ identity concerns that hinder emotional self-esteem and ongoing happiness within and in our relationship with ourselves and others.
020 8103 3827 View 020 8103 3827

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Sex Therapy Counsellors

Who is sex therapy for?

Sex problems are common in relationships. Many people want a better sex life and want to feel loved and desired by their partner. It is difficult for couples to resolve sexual problems on their own because people often feel ashamed to talk about their sexual desires fearing they are not normal, when in fact a very broad range of preferences and behaviors are normal. A sex therapist can help clarify this and other matters.

Why do people need sex therapy?

Many people do not know how to talk about their erotic needs or their emotional needs, both of which are addressed in sex therapy. Couples often live with sexual difficulties for years before seeking help, and in that time, partners may experience so much disappointment and alienation that they may fear their problems mean they are incompatible. Once people experience disappointment, it is difficult to find resolution without help.

What happens in sex therapy?

People have many misconceptions about what takes place in sex therapy. First, it is a form of talk therapy in which partners discuss their sexual concerns; it does not involve touching or physical exploration of any kind. Sex therapy typically helps couples get comfortable talking to each other about sex so that, in the privacy of their home life, they can openly discuss their sexual desires and make decisions about what they want to do. Couples are typically assigned activities to do at home that build intimacy skills.

What kinds of problems do sex therapists treat?

Very often, partners differ in their degree of sexual desire and struggle over how often to have sex. Or they may have fights about porn use or have difficulty connecting sexually after one partner is unfaithful. Men may have problems with premature ejaculation. Women may find themselves struggling to become aroused or to achieve an orgasm. Sometimes partners feel like they have lost the sense of attraction to their partner. These are all common issues dealt with in sex therapy.