Sex Therapists in Winchester, VA
With over 28 years of experience working with diverse clients in various settings, including private practice and mental health agencies, I am a licensed clinical social worker and board-certified specialist in areas including sex offender treatment, PTSD, and trauma.
Believing firmly in Cochran and Cochran's (2015) assertion that the therapeutic relationship between counselor and client is a potent force for change, I dedicate myself to guiding individuals through life's transitions with resilience and compassion. My specialized approach empowers clients to navigate challenging periods, fostering greater well-being through personalized support and collaboration. Together, we embark on a journey of self-discovery, ensuring no challenge is insurmountable.
With over 28 years of experience working with diverse clients in various settings, including private practice and mental health agencies, I am a licensed clinical social worker and board-certified specialist in areas including sex offender treatment, PTSD, and trauma.
Believing firmly in Cochran and Cochran's (2015) assertion that the therapeutic relationship between counselor and client is a potent force for change, I dedicate myself to guiding individuals through life's transitions with resilience and compassion. My specialized approach empowers clients to navigate challenging periods, fostering greater well-being through personalized support and collaboration. Together, we embark on a journey of self-discovery, ensuring no challenge is insurmountable.
Colette Giovanniello LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Winchester, VA 22603 (Online Only)
We often hear that we live in a difficult world. Psychotherapy will help you address and navigate daily struggles while figuring out your journey. Sometimes we must reflect on our lives to strategize how to move forward. We turn to therapists to help us find solutions based on professional expertise. Difficulties in life include employment, life transitions, problems in relationships, divorce, death, and financial hardships. We might experience low motivation and burnout when trying to reach our goals in life, I will help you to create change in your life to grow and experience peace, contentment, and joy.
We often hear that we live in a difficult world. Psychotherapy will help you address and navigate daily struggles while figuring out your journey. Sometimes we must reflect on our lives to strategize how to move forward. We turn to therapists to help us find solutions based on professional expertise. Difficulties in life include employment, life transitions, problems in relationships, divorce, death, and financial hardships. We might experience low motivation and burnout when trying to reach our goals in life, I will help you to create change in your life to grow and experience peace, contentment, and joy.
Courtney Hale, LCSW, CDBT, CCATP, is an experienced mental health therapist in community outpatient, foster care, and inpatient treatment, working with adults, adolescents, and children. She enjoys connecting with clients in individual, couple, and family sessions and witnessing the strength and power of the human spirit. Courtney approaches sessions with compassion, curiosity, and humor, drawing on a diverse set of therapeutic approaches including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), polyvagal mapping, and mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR).
Courtney Hale, LCSW, CDBT, CCATP, is an experienced mental health therapist in community outpatient, foster care, and inpatient treatment, working with adults, adolescents, and children. She enjoys connecting with clients in individual, couple, and family sessions and witnessing the strength and power of the human spirit. Courtney approaches sessions with compassion, curiosity, and humor, drawing on a diverse set of therapeutic approaches including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), polyvagal mapping, and mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR).
Life transitions can cause devastating loss and, sometimes unexpectedly, can generate abounding joy. Negotiating change and creating balance while charting new possibilities for life direction are ultimate goals of therapy at any developmental life shift. I am primarily an insight-oriented therapist, and I utilize techniques from all treatment modalities.
Life transitions can cause devastating loss and, sometimes unexpectedly, can generate abounding joy. Negotiating change and creating balance while charting new possibilities for life direction are ultimate goals of therapy at any developmental life shift. I am primarily an insight-oriented therapist, and I utilize techniques from all treatment modalities.
Kelsey Norton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Winchester, VA 22601 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Kelsey, a passionate Licensed Professional Counselor. My heart lies in working with women and adolescents, guiding them through life's challenges to find healing and growth. With trauma as my focus, and my understanding of the complexity of how compounded stress impacts our lives, I have trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy which enables me to work with the client to remove the pain/feelings of the trauma and restore life to the pre-trauma level of functioning. I firmly believe that addressing trauma is pivotal to achieving lasting transformation, and I bring a trauma-focused approach to all my counseling sessions.
Hello, I'm Kelsey, a passionate Licensed Professional Counselor. My heart lies in working with women and adolescents, guiding them through life's challenges to find healing and growth. With trauma as my focus, and my understanding of the complexity of how compounded stress impacts our lives, I have trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy which enables me to work with the client to remove the pain/feelings of the trauma and restore life to the pre-trauma level of functioning. I firmly believe that addressing trauma is pivotal to achieving lasting transformation, and I bring a trauma-focused approach to all my counseling sessions.
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Hannah Pinkston
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Stephens City, VA 22655 (Online Only)
Hannah Pinkston is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Virginia and Texas with years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with individuals, groups, couples, and families at various life stages and from diverse backgrounds that are seeking sustainable empowerment through habit development, increased self-awareness, and enhanced life perspectives. Hannah studied Sociology with a focus on human rights and global studies at Mount St.
Hannah Pinkston is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Virginia and Texas with years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with individuals, groups, couples, and families at various life stages and from diverse backgrounds that are seeking sustainable empowerment through habit development, increased self-awareness, and enhanced life perspectives. Hannah studied Sociology with a focus on human rights and global studies at Mount St.
Dr. Kathryn Defilippi
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Stephens City, VA 22655 (Online Only)
Do you feel like no one understands you? Feel alone and don't know where to turn? Therapy might be the first big step you take to having someone provide you that space to talk freely and not feel judged. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. Therapy can be hard work, but I create a stress-free environment that makes therapy something you want to attend. In my experience, I have seen how talking can help. I listen to what you have to say and not just hear it. You no longer have to carry your burdens alone. Contact me to see how I can provide a safe place to talk. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents.
Do you feel like no one understands you? Feel alone and don't know where to turn? Therapy might be the first big step you take to having someone provide you that space to talk freely and not feel judged. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. Therapy can be hard work, but I create a stress-free environment that makes therapy something you want to attend. In my experience, I have seen how talking can help. I listen to what you have to say and not just hear it. You no longer have to carry your burdens alone. Contact me to see how I can provide a safe place to talk. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Virginia Board of Counseling Approved Clinical Supervisor (LPC-S) within the state of Virginia. I am also a Registered Art Therapist (ATR), working toward Art Therapy Board Certification through the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB). I have previously had the credential of IMH-E (Infant Family Specialist- Endorsed), as I spent a great deal of professional time focusing on early child development and the dynamics of family interactions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Virginia Board of Counseling Approved Clinical Supervisor (LPC-S) within the state of Virginia. I am also a Registered Art Therapist (ATR), working toward Art Therapy Board Certification through the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB). I have previously had the credential of IMH-E (Infant Family Specialist- Endorsed), as I spent a great deal of professional time focusing on early child development and the dynamics of family interactions.
Online Therapists
Ayrielle Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vienna, VA 22182
Let me help you unlock your true self and a mind-blowing sex life!.
The Sex Therapist you never knew you needed! When client’s come to my office to seek therapy, the one part of themselves that is most often neglected is sexuality! Most people don’t even mention sexual beliefs, curiosities, behaviors, or attitudes until I ask. I believe that sexuality is so much a part of who we are, there is no way to fully heal and truly be at peace if our sexuality is not explored! As well as specializing in Sex Therapy, I’m also a clinical trauma therapist!
Let me help you unlock your true self and a mind-blowing sex life!.
The Sex Therapist you never knew you needed! When client’s come to my office to seek therapy, the one part of themselves that is most often neglected is sexuality! Most people don’t even mention sexual beliefs, curiosities, behaviors, or attitudes until I ask. I believe that sexuality is so much a part of who we are, there is no way to fully heal and truly be at peace if our sexuality is not explored! As well as specializing in Sex Therapy, I’m also a clinical trauma therapist!
Peggy Anna Haun
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dumfries, VA 22026 (Online Only)
Understanding that no single approach fits everyone, I am trained in a variety of modalities, including Internal Family Systems, Sex Therapy Informed practices, EMDR, and Person-Centered Therapy.
My great passion is to bring healing to individuals who have experienced trauma and stress. I support clients—whether they are teens, adults, or families—in finding healthy self-perceptions and strengthening their relationships, so they can experience themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe.
Understanding that no single approach fits everyone, I am trained in a variety of modalities, including Internal Family Systems, Sex Therapy Informed practices, EMDR, and Person-Centered Therapy.
My great passion is to bring healing to individuals who have experienced trauma and stress. I support clients—whether they are teens, adults, or families—in finding healthy self-perceptions and strengthening their relationships, so they can experience themselves as peaceful, complete, whole, and safe.
I hold Masters degree in Community Counseling from the Marymount University in Arlington, VA, and am licensed as a Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia as well as a fully Certified CSAT (Certified Sex Addiction Therapist).
I have been working in the mental health and addiction fields since 2008 helping adolescents, adults, and their families restore and maintain emotional and physical health. While much of my professional experience includes working with addiction, I also have extensive experience working with dual-diagnosis clients whom I have treated for mood disorders (depression, anxiety, etc.) and trauma, as well as family and couples’ issues.
I hold Masters degree in Community Counseling from the Marymount University in Arlington, VA, and am licensed as a Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Virginia as well as a fully Certified CSAT (Certified Sex Addiction Therapist).
I have been working in the mental health and addiction fields since 2008 helping adolescents, adults, and their families restore and maintain emotional and physical health. While much of my professional experience includes working with addiction, I also have extensive experience working with dual-diagnosis clients whom I have treated for mood disorders (depression, anxiety, etc.) and trauma, as well as family and couples’ issues.
Faith G Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Cert, Analyst
Verified Verified
Falls Church, VA 22046
I am currently co-leading a study group for the Institute on Sexuality.
30+ years practicing clinical psychotherapy /psychoanalysis, I especially love working with: young adults, couples, adolescents & their families .....I am French bi-lingual and work in French with some clients; I have lived, and loved living in, France and in the Third World , including W Africa and Haiti ... Two offices: DC and Falls Church, VA...... Work some evenings....
I am currently co-leading a study group for the Institute on Sexuality.
30+ years practicing clinical psychotherapy /psychoanalysis, I especially love working with: young adults, couples, adolescents & their families .....I am French bi-lingual and work in French with some clients; I have lived, and loved living in, France and in the Third World , including W Africa and Haiti ... Two offices: DC and Falls Church, VA...... Work some evenings....
Heather Hamed-Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22304 (Online Only)
My name is Heather Hamed-Moore and I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. I have a Master’s degree from Virginia Tech in Counselor Education and have been practicing since 2009 in a variety of settings including public mental health facilities, private practice, and schools. I am an LGBTQIA-affirming clinician and have a passion for working with same- sex couples, and individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+. I also have experience working with individuals with a history of trauma, those who struggle with anxiety and depression, and those with other mental health concerns.
My name is Heather Hamed-Moore and I am a licensed professional counselor in Virginia. I have a Master’s degree from Virginia Tech in Counselor Education and have been practicing since 2009 in a variety of settings including public mental health facilities, private practice, and schools. I am an LGBTQIA-affirming clinician and have a passion for working with same- sex couples, and individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+. I also have experience working with individuals with a history of trauma, those who struggle with anxiety and depression, and those with other mental health concerns.
Eliza Segell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22902
The therapy space should be a place where people of all races, cultures, gender identities, and sexual orientations can feel welcome.
Your problems may be specific - a challenging relationship, sexual concerns, upsetting memories, or problem behaviors. Or your struggles may be less tangible - feeling lost, detached, or stuck. In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy for a range of concerns. I specialize in treating sexual dysfunctions, trauma-related issues, relationship concerns, and problem behaviors. I also provide gender & sexual identity affirming care. I deeply enjoy helping individuals feel a greater sense of self-efficacy, confidence, and clarity in their lives.
The therapy space should be a place where people of all races, cultures, gender identities, and sexual orientations can feel welcome.
Your problems may be specific - a challenging relationship, sexual concerns, upsetting memories, or problem behaviors. Or your struggles may be less tangible - feeling lost, detached, or stuck. In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy for a range of concerns. I specialize in treating sexual dysfunctions, trauma-related issues, relationship concerns, and problem behaviors. I also provide gender & sexual identity affirming care. I deeply enjoy helping individuals feel a greater sense of self-efficacy, confidence, and clarity in their lives.
Torie Rohr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Alexandria, VA 22314 (Online Only)
I have a passion for working with clients in areas that include sexuality, gender, ethical non-monogamy, kink, sexuality and religion, and women’s issues.
As a therapist, my number one goal is to provide a safe space where my clients feel comfortable sharing their issues and concerns as well as exploring possible solutions with me. I strive to provide an environment where you feel safe and valued regardless of your gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, ability, socioeconomic status, size, or neurodiversity. Whether you are looking to work through relationship concerns, feel stuck and are looking to make a change, or want a safe space to process your unique situation, my door is open.
I have a passion for working with clients in areas that include sexuality, gender, ethical non-monogamy, kink, sexuality and religion, and women’s issues.
As a therapist, my number one goal is to provide a safe space where my clients feel comfortable sharing their issues and concerns as well as exploring possible solutions with me. I strive to provide an environment where you feel safe and valued regardless of your gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, ability, socioeconomic status, size, or neurodiversity. Whether you are looking to work through relationship concerns, feel stuck and are looking to make a change, or want a safe space to process your unique situation, my door is open.
Ellis J Graham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Vienna, VA 22182 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In addition, I have experience supporting individuals and couples with a wide range of sexual issues, such as low desire, infidelity, kinks, LGBTQIA+, non-monogamy, and sexual dysfunction.
As a neurodivergent, queer, non-binary therapist, I understand the importance of a therapist who understands an intersectional experience of life. My practice is dedicated to providing a safe space, particularly for marginalized communities. In addition to neurodivergent and LGBTQIA communities, I also provide a safe space to explore kink, sexuality, and non-monogamy.
In addition, I have experience supporting individuals and couples with a wide range of sexual issues, such as low desire, infidelity, kinks, LGBTQIA+, non-monogamy, and sexual dysfunction.
As a neurodivergent, queer, non-binary therapist, I understand the importance of a therapist who understands an intersectional experience of life. My practice is dedicated to providing a safe space, particularly for marginalized communities. In addition to neurodivergent and LGBTQIA communities, I also provide a safe space to explore kink, sexuality, and non-monogamy.
Adam C. Prestegord
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22305
I specialize in sex therapy and working with the LGBTQIA+ population.
Sex, identity, and relationships can be integral parts of our lives. However, shame, miscommunication, and other life stress might prevent us from having the connections we want. Although these frustrations may seem insurmountable at times, change is possible. Looking for a therapist is a positive first step. Whether you are looking to gain personal insight, develop coping strategies, or improve your relationships and sexual functioning, we can work together to achieve your goals. I work with individuals and couples. I am licensed in VA, DC, and MD and certified as a sex therapist by AASECT.
I specialize in sex therapy and working with the LGBTQIA+ population.
Sex, identity, and relationships can be integral parts of our lives. However, shame, miscommunication, and other life stress might prevent us from having the connections we want. Although these frustrations may seem insurmountable at times, change is possible. Looking for a therapist is a positive first step. Whether you are looking to gain personal insight, develop coping strategies, or improve your relationships and sexual functioning, we can work together to achieve your goals. I work with individuals and couples. I am licensed in VA, DC, and MD and certified as a sex therapist by AASECT.
Alicia Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Sterling, VA 20164 (Online Only)
She views psychotherapy through a sex positive, body positive/HAES, feminist, and culturally humble lens.
Alicia Cohen is a clinical social worker who practices telehealth psychotherapy in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia. Her specialty is with neurodivergent individuals, people in ethical non-monogamous relationships, the kink/BDSM community, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Alicia also specializes in working with adults who have been marginalized by their body, gender, and sexuality.
She views psychotherapy through a sex positive, body positive/HAES, feminist, and culturally humble lens.
Alicia Cohen is a clinical social worker who practices telehealth psychotherapy in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia. Her specialty is with neurodivergent individuals, people in ethical non-monogamous relationships, the kink/BDSM community, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Alicia also specializes in working with adults who have been marginalized by their body, gender, and sexuality.
I specialize in Neuropsychology, hypnosis, imago therapy, infidelity, affairs, sex therapy, and have accommodations for ADHD Testing.
I'm a Licensed Neuropsychologist who serves Charlottesville and the surrounding counties in Virginia. I have made it my life’s mission to help patients diagnose and better understand illness that affect brain function and behavior. I offer a safe setting to gain an understanding and solutions related to the issues and goals in one's life. I offer comprehensive cognitive assessments, personalized therapy, and innovative remote patient testing solutions. In a creative journey, we can find solutions to move forward in the areas of your life where you would like to move forward.
I specialize in Neuropsychology, hypnosis, imago therapy, infidelity, affairs, sex therapy, and have accommodations for ADHD Testing.
I'm a Licensed Neuropsychologist who serves Charlottesville and the surrounding counties in Virginia. I have made it my life’s mission to help patients diagnose and better understand illness that affect brain function and behavior. I offer a safe setting to gain an understanding and solutions related to the issues and goals in one's life. I offer comprehensive cognitive assessments, personalized therapy, and innovative remote patient testing solutions. In a creative journey, we can find solutions to move forward in the areas of your life where you would like to move forward.
Casey A Sarafinas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20176
Common areas addressed in couples counseling include pre-marital counseling, co-parenting, sex and intimacy issues, infidelity, separation, or divorce.
As a trauma-informed, EMDR-trained relationship specialist, I am passionate about working with high-achieving adults and couples. I will help you become more aware of your vulnerable and protective parts and teach skills to improve your ability to communicate, connect, and co-parent more effectively. Deeply relational and energetic, yet results-inspired, I use evidence-based approaches, such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and IFS. I also incorporate mindfulness, creativity, and humor into my practice. Best of all, I'm human too, and may laugh or shed a tear right along with you.
Common areas addressed in couples counseling include pre-marital counseling, co-parenting, sex and intimacy issues, infidelity, separation, or divorce.
As a trauma-informed, EMDR-trained relationship specialist, I am passionate about working with high-achieving adults and couples. I will help you become more aware of your vulnerable and protective parts and teach skills to improve your ability to communicate, connect, and co-parent more effectively. Deeply relational and energetic, yet results-inspired, I use evidence-based approaches, such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and IFS. I also incorporate mindfulness, creativity, and humor into my practice. Best of all, I'm human too, and may laugh or shed a tear right along with you.
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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.