Sex Therapists in Northridge, CA
Life can present unexpected challenges that feel overwhelming. During these times, having support can make a difference. Whether you're exploring your sexuality, LGBTQ+ and POC concerns, dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, intimacy issues, or complex relationships, therapy can help you work towards emotional health. We can navigate these difficulties together.
Life can present unexpected challenges that feel overwhelming. During these times, having support can make a difference. Whether you're exploring your sexuality, LGBTQ+ and POC concerns, dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, intimacy issues, or complex relationships, therapy can help you work towards emotional health. We can navigate these difficulties together.
At CSUN I was a lecturer in Family Studies and one of the Human Sexuality Minor Coordinators.
Creating a rich and meaningful life in the 21st century is more complicated now than ever. Sometimes, personal, work, and family responsibilities are difficult to manage in spite of our best intentions. Stress takes its toll on individuals, couples, and families. Mental and physical health deteriorates, relationships suffer or fall apart, and dreams, once vibrant and alive, fade like an aged photograph. Yet, even an old photograph holds memories of previous dreams, however dim, and can provide the impetus for a hopeful future. I can help you create your future by resolving the past and living in the present.
At CSUN I was a lecturer in Family Studies and one of the Human Sexuality Minor Coordinators.
Creating a rich and meaningful life in the 21st century is more complicated now than ever. Sometimes, personal, work, and family responsibilities are difficult to manage in spite of our best intentions. Stress takes its toll on individuals, couples, and families. Mental and physical health deteriorates, relationships suffer or fall apart, and dreams, once vibrant and alive, fade like an aged photograph. Yet, even an old photograph holds memories of previous dreams, however dim, and can provide the impetus for a hopeful future. I can help you create your future by resolving the past and living in the present.
Sally Kuch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91328 (Online Only)
The Healing Place is intended to help clients achieve their fullest potential in their relationship to self and others. I have been successful at helping people feel better and relate more effectively. I can help you discover your most authentic self by getting to the core issues and healing the underlying pain.
I am especially skilled in helping families build healthy and rewarding relationships even in the midst of crisis and hopelessness.
My dedication is to help you flourish in your life. In therapy, facing your "real" self can lead to a deeper understanding allowing you to become more whole.
The Healing Place is intended to help clients achieve their fullest potential in their relationship to self and others. I have been successful at helping people feel better and relate more effectively. I can help you discover your most authentic self by getting to the core issues and healing the underlying pain.
I am especially skilled in helping families build healthy and rewarding relationships even in the midst of crisis and hopelessness.
My dedication is to help you flourish in your life. In therapy, facing your "real" self can lead to a deeper understanding allowing you to become more whole.
I believe that with the right kind of motivation and support, anyone can make their dreams come true. I would be honored to assist you in navigating your therapeutic journey. I have experience addressing many diverse issues including women matters; depression, anxiety; social phobias; emotional and physical traumas; job/life stress; as well as transitioning to college or a new career and increasing communication skills. I truly enjoy helping people reach their full potentials and dreams. Whatever you are struggling with I am here to help you navigate through it. "Tomorrow Will Be Better"
I believe that with the right kind of motivation and support, anyone can make their dreams come true. I would be honored to assist you in navigating your therapeutic journey. I have experience addressing many diverse issues including women matters; depression, anxiety; social phobias; emotional and physical traumas; job/life stress; as well as transitioning to college or a new career and increasing communication skills. I truly enjoy helping people reach their full potentials and dreams. Whatever you are struggling with I am here to help you navigate through it. "Tomorrow Will Be Better"
Relationship Help
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
Looking for emotional relief? Do you feel underlying tensions but you or your partner are conflict avoidant? I have 30 yrs helping Couples change resentment to resiliency. Learn pillars of a secure attachment & ensure a cooperative future together. Resentments are a slow, rusty corrosive to the joy between you. Learn solutions and get emotional relief to long held tensions. My training is in communication, conflict resolution, emotional intelligence & positive relationship skills. My sessions have a safe, optimistic atmosphere. Our sessions will be relaxed, informative & non judgmental.
Looking for emotional relief? Do you feel underlying tensions but you or your partner are conflict avoidant? I have 30 yrs helping Couples change resentment to resiliency. Learn pillars of a secure attachment & ensure a cooperative future together. Resentments are a slow, rusty corrosive to the joy between you. Learn solutions and get emotional relief to long held tensions. My training is in communication, conflict resolution, emotional intelligence & positive relationship skills. My sessions have a safe, optimistic atmosphere. Our sessions will be relaxed, informative & non judgmental.
Santa Clarita Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324
Establishing a trusting relationship and working collaboratively with our clients is our primary goal. My name is Samantha Markman and I have hand selected a team of excellent therapists with various specialties. We strive to create a therapeutic space of comfort and support, as we work with you to explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking. We work with a wide range of clients that are dealing with various issues including depression, anxiety, infidelity, postpartum issues, addictive behaviors, LGBT issues, eating disorders, codependency, grief and loss, life transitions, and various types of trauma.
Establishing a trusting relationship and working collaboratively with our clients is our primary goal. My name is Samantha Markman and I have hand selected a team of excellent therapists with various specialties. We strive to create a therapeutic space of comfort and support, as we work with you to explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking. We work with a wide range of clients that are dealing with various issues including depression, anxiety, infidelity, postpartum issues, addictive behaviors, LGBT issues, eating disorders, codependency, grief and loss, life transitions, and various types of trauma.
Premarital Counseling Woodland Hills
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
Hello & welcome! Need a calm and knowledgeable Therapist to guide you through your PreMarital Counseling? I have 30 yrs exp helping engaged or ready to get engaged Couples lock in the best ways to communicate, solve problems together & manage differences that may happen before or after the wedding. My goal is to give you the tools that you need to create and maintain a resilient marriage. Exclusive discount on video sessions to make your life a little easier. Pre-Paid Package deals are available on my website.
Hello & welcome! Need a calm and knowledgeable Therapist to guide you through your PreMarital Counseling? I have 30 yrs exp helping engaged or ready to get engaged Couples lock in the best ways to communicate, solve problems together & manage differences that may happen before or after the wedding. My goal is to give you the tools that you need to create and maintain a resilient marriage. Exclusive discount on video sessions to make your life a little easier. Pre-Paid Package deals are available on my website.
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Cindy Sordo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Hollywood, CA 91606 (Online Only)
I provide services for people dealing with anxiety, depression, body image issues, attachment and adjustment disorders, relationship challenges, emotional disturbance and/or trauma, and sexuality or sex-related challenges.
I understand that everyone needs and deserves a safe, trusting space to process the human experience. I believe that each individual experience is unique, while also understanding that no one should feel alone or that what they feel or need is wrong or abnormal. I help my clients feel empowered and capable of making decisions to live a most fulfilling life, as well as able to handle stressors while meeting their needs. I help process the multiple factors that contribute to one’s mental, physical, and spiritual health and life choices, as well as uncover the underlying fears that can impact our feelings, thoughts, and behaviors.
I provide services for people dealing with anxiety, depression, body image issues, attachment and adjustment disorders, relationship challenges, emotional disturbance and/or trauma, and sexuality or sex-related challenges.
I understand that everyone needs and deserves a safe, trusting space to process the human experience. I believe that each individual experience is unique, while also understanding that no one should feel alone or that what they feel or need is wrong or abnormal. I help my clients feel empowered and capable of making decisions to live a most fulfilling life, as well as able to handle stressors while meeting their needs. I help process the multiple factors that contribute to one’s mental, physical, and spiritual health and life choices, as well as uncover the underlying fears that can impact our feelings, thoughts, and behaviors.
Monica Garfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, Monica Garfield, RN, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 (Online Only)
I take a collaborative, body centered, relational and solution-focused approach to support you in resolving sexual issues including performance anxiety, sexual inexperience, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, painful or unfulfilling sex, as well as developing an understanding of what works best for you as you move along the path of sexual health.
As a licensed psychotherapist specializing in sex therapy, my priority is to co-create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where it feels safe and comfortable to explore any relationship and sexual concerns you may have. Together we can explore and identify what sexual health and wellbeing feels like for you and work on developing skills that empower you to obtain your goals. I work with individuals who are single or in relationship and with couples.
I take a collaborative, body centered, relational and solution-focused approach to support you in resolving sexual issues including performance anxiety, sexual inexperience, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, painful or unfulfilling sex, as well as developing an understanding of what works best for you as you move along the path of sexual health.
As a licensed psychotherapist specializing in sex therapy, my priority is to co-create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where it feels safe and comfortable to explore any relationship and sexual concerns you may have. Together we can explore and identify what sexual health and wellbeing feels like for you and work on developing skills that empower you to obtain your goals. I work with individuals who are single or in relationship and with couples.
Embrace the present with the help of a sex therapist.
Do you experience painful sex, anxiety, struggle with starting or keeping an erection, and ejaculating sooner than you want? Perhaps you have a partner and you are anxious about how to communicate your true feelings or concerns about sex and intimacy. Being authentically you and communicating how you feel can be a real struggle. If this resonates with you, then know that you are not alone. Also, know that your fears are valid; it can feel painful to be rejected, not heard, not seen, and not fulfilled. These struggles are not a reflection of you as a person. They are a sign that there is an area that needs attention and support
Embrace the present with the help of a sex therapist.
Do you experience painful sex, anxiety, struggle with starting or keeping an erection, and ejaculating sooner than you want? Perhaps you have a partner and you are anxious about how to communicate your true feelings or concerns about sex and intimacy. Being authentically you and communicating how you feel can be a real struggle. If this resonates with you, then know that you are not alone. Also, know that your fears are valid; it can feel painful to be rejected, not heard, not seen, and not fulfilled. These struggles are not a reflection of you as a person. They are a sign that there is an area that needs attention and support
Clients that typically find it rewarding to work with me are people who find themselves tired of trying to "fit" themselves into small spaces that do not truly honor the complexity of who they are spiritually, culturally, or with their sexuality. They want to start living more fully and authentically, and want to free themselves of old relationships and limiting beliefs that keep them stuck in old cycles of habit, obligation, and resentment. They make small changes and build insight over time so they can live more fully, authentically, and intentionally as their embodied selves.
Clients that typically find it rewarding to work with me are people who find themselves tired of trying to "fit" themselves into small spaces that do not truly honor the complexity of who they are spiritually, culturally, or with their sexuality. They want to start living more fully and authentically, and want to free themselves of old relationships and limiting beliefs that keep them stuck in old cycles of habit, obligation, and resentment. They make small changes and build insight over time so they can live more fully, authentically, and intentionally as their embodied selves.
As a Sex-Positive Psychotherapist, I am kink aware and polyamory affirmative, examining themes relevant to alternative gender identity and sexual expression.
We carry with us stories and patterns that have likely served us in the past, but may no longer serve us. This can exacerbate symptoms of anxiety, depression or other mental health symptoms. Exploring and recognizing, with gentleness, how these patterns have become detrimental, gives us the freedom to choose what themes we insert in our life, and what we no longer have space for. I am excited by the opportunity to explore with individuals, couples and polycules the way in which they can increase their intimacy, empowerment, and sense of individuality by exploring and challenging barriers and patterns that limit exploration.
As a Sex-Positive Psychotherapist, I am kink aware and polyamory affirmative, examining themes relevant to alternative gender identity and sexual expression.
We carry with us stories and patterns that have likely served us in the past, but may no longer serve us. This can exacerbate symptoms of anxiety, depression or other mental health symptoms. Exploring and recognizing, with gentleness, how these patterns have become detrimental, gives us the freedom to choose what themes we insert in our life, and what we no longer have space for. I am excited by the opportunity to explore with individuals, couples and polycules the way in which they can increase their intimacy, empowerment, and sense of individuality by exploring and challenging barriers and patterns that limit exploration.
In addition to sex therapy, I specialize in the treatment of individuals with depression and anxiety.
Are you living in a sexless relationship? Or perhaps the sex you're having is unsatisfying, or hampered by something specific. My office provides you with a safe, comfortable space to discuss your sexual life, answer your questions, all within the framework of a sex-positive atmosphere. I don't believe in pathologizing someone's sexual behaviors. As an AASECT-certified sex therapist, my philosophy is simple: if it's consensual, and it's not hurting you or your partner(s), your sexuality and all that it entails (your fantasies, experimentation, whatever turns you on) will be supported, nurtured, and listened to without judgment.
In addition to sex therapy, I specialize in the treatment of individuals with depression and anxiety.
Are you living in a sexless relationship? Or perhaps the sex you're having is unsatisfying, or hampered by something specific. My office provides you with a safe, comfortable space to discuss your sexual life, answer your questions, all within the framework of a sex-positive atmosphere. I don't believe in pathologizing someone's sexual behaviors. As an AASECT-certified sex therapist, my philosophy is simple: if it's consensual, and it's not hurting you or your partner(s), your sexuality and all that it entails (your fantasies, experimentation, whatever turns you on) will be supported, nurtured, and listened to without judgment.
Kimberly Resnick Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AASECT
Verified Verified
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
I was a featured expert/consultant for TLC's "Strange Sex" series.
Everyone has a ' sexual story.' Our culture has a love-hate relationship with sex and sends many mixed messages. I help people explore the legacy of their sexual story and identify the biological, social and psychological barriers to sexual health and satisfaction. I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA School of Medicine with 30 years of clinical and teaching experience. I developed my own model of talking to clients about sex ("Comfort-Inducing Sexuality Dialogue") that is both comforting and profoundly liberating.
I was a featured expert/consultant for TLC's "Strange Sex" series.
Everyone has a ' sexual story.' Our culture has a love-hate relationship with sex and sends many mixed messages. I help people explore the legacy of their sexual story and identify the biological, social and psychological barriers to sexual health and satisfaction. I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA School of Medicine with 30 years of clinical and teaching experience. I developed my own model of talking to clients about sex ("Comfort-Inducing Sexuality Dialogue") that is both comforting and profoundly liberating.
Christine Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (Online Only)
Looking to improve your quality of life? Have a great relationship? Create a satisfying sex life? I am passionate about working with those who are struggling to feel connected in their relationships and are experiencing difficulty with communication, resolving conflicts, addressing issues with sex and intimacy, or coping with the effects of an affair. I can help you understand the dynamics that create conflict in your relationship, discover ways to communicate that improves intimacy, and utilize tools that help deepen feelings of fondness and admiration.
Looking to improve your quality of life? Have a great relationship? Create a satisfying sex life? I am passionate about working with those who are struggling to feel connected in their relationships and are experiencing difficulty with communication, resolving conflicts, addressing issues with sex and intimacy, or coping with the effects of an affair. I can help you understand the dynamics that create conflict in your relationship, discover ways to communicate that improves intimacy, and utilize tools that help deepen feelings of fondness and admiration.
Jessica Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
I specialize in couples and sex therapy, as well as treatment for a variety of diagnoses in individuals.
Are you a couple that's lost the elusive "spark"? Maybe intimacy is uncomfortable or you find yourselves unable to get along? You've stopped making time for sex or you keep picking the "wrong" partner? You've come to the right place. Intimacy is so much more than the physical and there is immense value in being willing to look inward in order to connect, both to yourself and to a partner. Whether you're a couple looking for help in your relationship or an individual simply trying to feel better, I am here to listen and help identify patterns and behaviors in order to make lasting change.
I specialize in couples and sex therapy, as well as treatment for a variety of diagnoses in individuals.
Are you a couple that's lost the elusive "spark"? Maybe intimacy is uncomfortable or you find yourselves unable to get along? You've stopped making time for sex or you keep picking the "wrong" partner? You've come to the right place. Intimacy is so much more than the physical and there is immense value in being willing to look inward in order to connect, both to yourself and to a partner. Whether you're a couple looking for help in your relationship or an individual simply trying to feel better, I am here to listen and help identify patterns and behaviors in order to make lasting change.
My name is Andrea Espinoza, LMFT. I help individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, parenting issues, LGBTQIA issues, and more. My AASECT training helps me in my work with individuals and couples seeking to improve intimacy and sexual wellness, including sex education and empowerment. I prefer a Narrative approach in the work that I do, which allows me to help others in considering perspectives in their stories which could help alleviate problems experienced and contribute to a more preferred existence, or story. My role is to help guide you on your journey and empower people to live their most authentic lives.
My name is Andrea Espinoza, LMFT. I help individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, parenting issues, LGBTQIA issues, and more. My AASECT training helps me in my work with individuals and couples seeking to improve intimacy and sexual wellness, including sex education and empowerment. I prefer a Narrative approach in the work that I do, which allows me to help others in considering perspectives in their stories which could help alleviate problems experienced and contribute to a more preferred existence, or story. My role is to help guide you on your journey and empower people to live their most authentic lives.
We are experienced in working with couples and with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, gender/ sexuality issues and life transitions.
Let's eliminate the same problem, different day, bandaid approach, and create a plan that will provide lasting solutions. Let us help you end the cycle that keeps you from moving forward with your life and from reaching your personal goals.
We are experienced in working with couples and with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, gender/ sexuality issues and life transitions.
Let's eliminate the same problem, different day, bandaid approach, and create a plan that will provide lasting solutions. Let us help you end the cycle that keeps you from moving forward with your life and from reaching your personal goals.
Jamye Waxman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
In addition to being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT109150), I am completing a PhD in Human Sexuality Education.
I am passionate about people. It's what drew me to the field of sexuality & relationships. My goal is to help find your authentic voice in your relationships with yourself and others. As a compassionate and attuned therapist and sex educator, I enjoy working with couples and individuals who are exploring the challenges of desire differences, sexual and gender identity issues, relationship struggles, parenting, panic, anxiety and early attachment experiences, as well as those seeking existential meaning in life and love. I am extremely comfortable working with LGBTQI clients, sex workers, & those in kink & non-monogamous communities.
In addition to being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT109150), I am completing a PhD in Human Sexuality Education.
I am passionate about people. It's what drew me to the field of sexuality & relationships. My goal is to help find your authentic voice in your relationships with yourself and others. As a compassionate and attuned therapist and sex educator, I enjoy working with couples and individuals who are exploring the challenges of desire differences, sexual and gender identity issues, relationship struggles, parenting, panic, anxiety and early attachment experiences, as well as those seeking existential meaning in life and love. I am extremely comfortable working with LGBTQI clients, sex workers, & those in kink & non-monogamous communities.
When you are shown how, you too will see you have the resources within you to thrive in relationships, sex and life.
Are you struggling to end the cycle of thinking that stops you from moving forward and having what you want in love and sex? Do you want to create happy, healthy relationships that are rooted in trust, security, intimacy, and great communication? Do you want a fulfilling sex life? For 20 years I’ve been in private practice and an expert on UK/US TV helping thousands of people just like you have whole-life success and happiness. You too can let go of the past,overcome limiting beliefs, reset thinking patterns, transform trauma, feel positive emotions, increase sexual enjoyment, and create a new version of yourself, one that you LOVE.
When you are shown how, you too will see you have the resources within you to thrive in relationships, sex and life.
Are you struggling to end the cycle of thinking that stops you from moving forward and having what you want in love and sex? Do you want to create happy, healthy relationships that are rooted in trust, security, intimacy, and great communication? Do you want a fulfilling sex life? For 20 years I’ve been in private practice and an expert on UK/US TV helping thousands of people just like you have whole-life success and happiness. You too can let go of the past,overcome limiting beliefs, reset thinking patterns, transform trauma, feel positive emotions, increase sexual enjoyment, and create a new version of yourself, one that you LOVE.
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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.