Sex Therapists in Anaheim Hills, CA

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Susan Underwood Emdr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
I am so glad you made the choice to seek help. It is my goal to help you achieve healing and freedom in your life. I believe every person has the ability to achieve their goals, and it is my job to help you achieve yours. I work with adults, children, adolescents, couples and families. Our world is full of distractions that pull us in every direction. I will help you navigate the busyness of your life and create balance amidst the chaos. I will walk alongside you and help you unburden your past and move into a bright future.
I am so glad you made the choice to seek help. It is my goal to help you achieve healing and freedom in your life. I believe every person has the ability to achieve their goals, and it is my job to help you achieve yours. I work with adults, children, adolescents, couples and families. Our world is full of distractions that pull us in every direction. I will help you navigate the busyness of your life and create balance amidst the chaos. I will walk alongside you and help you unburden your past and move into a bright future.
(714) 831-5423 View (714) 831-5423
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Brittany Beth Johns
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
Having started out with a career in family law, I have built my clinical career around giving hope to broken families. In helping family's with struggling teens I am the Inspired Resolutions specialist in helping the younger children who are often affected by issues in the home. I have had the experience consulting with elementary, middle & high school's giving me insight into helping families navigate their children's school system. I have become experienced in navigating mental health in the legal system with experience in family reunification and Drug Court Lead Therapist & currently Lead LMFT with Hoag chemical dependency unit.
Having started out with a career in family law, I have built my clinical career around giving hope to broken families. In helping family's with struggling teens I am the Inspired Resolutions specialist in helping the younger children who are often affected by issues in the home. I have had the experience consulting with elementary, middle & high school's giving me insight into helping families navigate their children's school system. I have become experienced in navigating mental health in the legal system with experience in family reunification and Drug Court Lead Therapist & currently Lead LMFT with Hoag chemical dependency unit.
(714) 442-8573 View (714) 442-8573
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Inspired Resolutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
Inspired Resolutions provides effective resources to families struggling with the transitions and changes that come along with having teenagers. We are dedicated to providing interventions, resources, and counseling that is up to date, relevant, and effective. We respond to the community's needs. We are the foremost experts in helping your family find happiness.Inspired Resolutions began in 2016 in response to the great need for more effective services specifically for families raising teenagers. Today we are faced with more complicated problems than ever before. Families are having to cope with issues that we could not have imagined before.
Inspired Resolutions provides effective resources to families struggling with the transitions and changes that come along with having teenagers. We are dedicated to providing interventions, resources, and counseling that is up to date, relevant, and effective. We respond to the community's needs. We are the foremost experts in helping your family find happiness.Inspired Resolutions began in 2016 in response to the great need for more effective services specifically for families raising teenagers. Today we are faced with more complicated problems than ever before. Families are having to cope with issues that we could not have imagined before.
(714) 243-5252 View (714) 243-5252
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Ganna Skrypnyk
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
Ganna Skrypnyk is not currently accepting new clients. The goal is to create a secure space to delve into your challenges, gain a deeper understanding, and find clarity. Through compassion and straightforwardness, I aspire for you to become increasingly confident in confronting life's hurdles. Everyone faces difficulties at various points in life, whether navigating complex relationships, coping with work-related stress, or managing significant life changes. You might feel stuck, uncertain, overwhelmed, or isolated during these times. Remember, you don't have to face these challenges alone.
Ganna Skrypnyk is not currently accepting new clients. The goal is to create a secure space to delve into your challenges, gain a deeper understanding, and find clarity. Through compassion and straightforwardness, I aspire for you to become increasingly confident in confronting life's hurdles. Everyone faces difficulties at various points in life, whether navigating complex relationships, coping with work-related stress, or managing significant life changes. You might feel stuck, uncertain, overwhelmed, or isolated during these times. Remember, you don't have to face these challenges alone.
(323) 541-4301 View (323) 541-4301
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Roger Scott Wenger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
People come to the crossroads of seeking mental health treatment for many different reasons and with many different paths. I would like to meet you on that path and help you through it. I have over 30 years experience in counseling and therapy with 20 years working in addictions, dual diagnosis, inpatient mental health with persistent mental illness and outpatient with individuals and couples for both the Veterans Administration and as adjunct faculty at Loma Linda University Department of Psychiatry. I also do psychological assessment for diagnosis clarification and treatment planning. Visit our website www.drscottwenger.com.
People come to the crossroads of seeking mental health treatment for many different reasons and with many different paths. I would like to meet you on that path and help you through it. I have over 30 years experience in counseling and therapy with 20 years working in addictions, dual diagnosis, inpatient mental health with persistent mental illness and outpatient with individuals and couples for both the Veterans Administration and as adjunct faculty at Loma Linda University Department of Psychiatry. I also do psychological assessment for diagnosis clarification and treatment planning. Visit our website www.drscottwenger.com.
(909) 906-9247 View (909) 906-9247

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Amy Furuyama
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92665
I work with individual adults that want to work on deepening intimacy in relationships and overcome sexual challenges.
Have you been struggling in your relationships? Or perhaps feeling sexual shame or difficulties in your sex life? Maybe you're tired of dealing with intimacy issues and feeling disconnected with your partner, and you are now ready to make some positive changes. You're at the right place. I'm an Asian-American sex therapist passionate about helping individuals gain sexual confidence within yourself and in your relationships.
I work with individual adults that want to work on deepening intimacy in relationships and overcome sexual challenges.
Have you been struggling in your relationships? Or perhaps feeling sexual shame or difficulties in your sex life? Maybe you're tired of dealing with intimacy issues and feeling disconnected with your partner, and you are now ready to make some positive changes. You're at the right place. I'm an Asian-American sex therapist passionate about helping individuals gain sexual confidence within yourself and in your relationships.
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Rossana Sida
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92807
Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor; CA Certified Sexual Assault Counselor, Adjunct Faculty at UMass, Founder of Togetherness Therapy Inc, Learn more by visiting my website at www.
Are relationships supposed to be this hard? When sexual issues keep you from maintaining or obtaining a happy relationship it's time to see a sex therapist. As a sex & relationship specialist, I successfully treat people with issues surrounding sexual desire & performance, sexual trauma, problems with arousal or orgasm, differences in the amount of sex they'd like to have, & sexual pain disorders such as vaginismus. I assist clients in building intimacy by deepening their mutual understanding & compassion (for their often very opposite mate!) and help them stay accountable for taking positive action to improve relationships.
Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor; CA Certified Sexual Assault Counselor, Adjunct Faculty at UMass, Founder of Togetherness Therapy Inc, Learn more by visiting my website at www.
Are relationships supposed to be this hard? When sexual issues keep you from maintaining or obtaining a happy relationship it's time to see a sex therapist. As a sex & relationship specialist, I successfully treat people with issues surrounding sexual desire & performance, sexual trauma, problems with arousal or orgasm, differences in the amount of sex they'd like to have, & sexual pain disorders such as vaginismus. I assist clients in building intimacy by deepening their mutual understanding & compassion (for their often very opposite mate!) and help them stay accountable for taking positive action to improve relationships.
(323) 633-6986 View (323) 633-6986
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Scott Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92886  (Online Only)
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
(707) 505-8736 View (707) 505-8736
Photo of Scott Altamirano, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Scott Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92886  (Online Only)
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
(619) 824-1786 View (619) 824-1786
Photo of Jennifer Rodriguez LeBar, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Jennifer Rodriguez LeBar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92665
My focus is to ensure my clients have a space that is free of judgment, and this means that I welcome clients of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationship styles.
Are you seeking more awareness in your sexuality or greater satisfaction in your sexual life and relationships? I will help you move beyond the shame, fear, doubt, anxiety, traumas or anything else that is impacting your relationships and wellbeing. We will work collaboratively to address any barriers or difficulties that may be getting in the way so that you can build greater confidence, strength, and healthier connections on your empowering journey of life, love and sexuality. Issues treated include: desire discrepancies between partners, difficulties with arousal or orgasm, painful sex, exploration of kink or nonmonogamy.
My focus is to ensure my clients have a space that is free of judgment, and this means that I welcome clients of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationship styles.
Are you seeking more awareness in your sexuality or greater satisfaction in your sexual life and relationships? I will help you move beyond the shame, fear, doubt, anxiety, traumas or anything else that is impacting your relationships and wellbeing. We will work collaboratively to address any barriers or difficulties that may be getting in the way so that you can build greater confidence, strength, and healthier connections on your empowering journey of life, love and sexuality. Issues treated include: desire discrepancies between partners, difficulties with arousal or orgasm, painful sex, exploration of kink or nonmonogamy.
(657) 246-1213 View (657) 246-1213
Photo of Scott D Altamirano, LMFT, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist
Scott D Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92886  (Online Only)
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
(661) 449-2936 View (661) 449-2936
Photo of Scott D Altamirano, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Scott D Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Yorba Linda, CA 92886  (Online Only)
With over a decade of experience, I considering myself a tough and compassionate therapist who will help you get to the truth. I specialize in complex cases, including LGBT issues, trauma, domestic violence, addiction, porn addiction, avoidant attachment, and personality disorders like borderline and narcissism.
With over a decade of experience, I considering myself a tough and compassionate therapist who will help you get to the truth. I specialize in complex cases, including LGBT issues, trauma, domestic violence, addiction, porn addiction, avoidant attachment, and personality disorders like borderline and narcissism.
(512) 641-9596 View (512) 641-9596
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Norman Alberto Quintero
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92806
Dr. Norman Quintero is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over seven years of experience, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, stress, anger management, and self-esteem. His ideal client seeks a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore and address these concerns. Dr. Quintero uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and humanistic principles, tailoring his approach to each client’s unique needs, including faith-based counseling if desired. Fluent in English and Spanish, he provides personalized, respectful care that empowers clients to achieve personal growth and resilience.
Dr. Norman Quintero is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over seven years of experience, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, stress, anger management, and self-esteem. His ideal client seeks a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore and address these concerns. Dr. Quintero uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and humanistic principles, tailoring his approach to each client’s unique needs, including faith-based counseling if desired. Fluent in English and Spanish, he provides personalized, respectful care that empowers clients to achieve personal growth and resilience.
(657) 666-3846 View (657) 666-3846
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Cheyenne Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92867
My name is Cheyenne Smith. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Orange County; CA area and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I operate from client centered, strength based, and culturally informed therapeutic approach. I believe in assisting in increasing understanding of yourself through exploring values, identifying maladaptive thought patterns, and working together to increase awareness, wholeness, and mental wellbeing In other words I work with client in developing self-actualization in order to support clients to live their best life and be their best self.
My name is Cheyenne Smith. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Orange County; CA area and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I operate from client centered, strength based, and culturally informed therapeutic approach. I believe in assisting in increasing understanding of yourself through exploring values, identifying maladaptive thought patterns, and working together to increase awareness, wholeness, and mental wellbeing In other words I work with client in developing self-actualization in order to support clients to live their best life and be their best self.
(559) 384-3482 View (559) 384-3482
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92807
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(424) 286-7538 View (424) 286-7538
Photo of Dean Leav - Men's Issues - Dr. Dean, PsyD, QME, Author, Psychologist
Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92807
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(951) 309-9334 View (951) 309-9334
Photo of Dean Leav - Men's Issues - Dr. Dean, PsyD, QME, Author, Psychologist
Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92807
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(949) 666-4101 View (949) 666-4101
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Kimberly Miller
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92808
DON'T SUFFER ALONE IN PAIN. RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING CAN HELP. Dr. Miller has helped over 1000 individuals and couples create lasting relationships and she has dedicated her career to helping people overcome relationship challenges. Relationship counseling isn't just for couples. If you're currently single or in a relationship you can benefit from counseling to resolve your issues. Working individually in counseling can be very effective for changing your relationships with friends, family members or loved ones, or learning how to start a relationship.
DON'T SUFFER ALONE IN PAIN. RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING CAN HELP. Dr. Miller has helped over 1000 individuals and couples create lasting relationships and she has dedicated her career to helping people overcome relationship challenges. Relationship counseling isn't just for couples. If you're currently single or in a relationship you can benefit from counseling to resolve your issues. Working individually in counseling can be very effective for changing your relationships with friends, family members or loved ones, or learning how to start a relationship.
(714) 215-9841 View (714) 215-9841
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92807
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(562) 376-5143 View (562) 376-5143
Photo of Dean Leav - Men's Issues - Dr. Dean, PsyD, QME, Author, Psychologist
Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92807
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(714) 735-0379 View (714) 735-0379

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Sex Therapy

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.