Sex Therapy for Couples & Individuals

Sexual issues often go unspoken, leaving many to silently struggle with their desires and frustrations. Perhaps you feel like you're not getting enough sex from your partner but don’t know how to bring it up. Maybe you're having sex, but it feels disconnected or unfulfilling. Or you might be experiencing low sexual desire and wondering why sex no longer holds the same appeal, leaving you feeling isolated or uncertain about your own sexuality.

Sexuality is complex, and the pressure to conform to social standards can leave you feeling misunderstood or frustrated. Problems may start small but intensify over time into fear, shame or resentment. As a sex therapist who challenges the conventional, shame focused approaches often found in this field, I help individuals and couples address issues around desire, performance anxiety, sexual integrity, and overall satisfaction—without pathologizing your unique experiences.

Sex Therapy Areas of Interest

Sexual difficulties don’t just affect the bedroom—they spill over into every part of life, including your relationships and emotional health. If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, or unresolved trauma, chances are it’s showing up in your sex life as well. But here's the thing: human sexuality isn’t a one size fits all concept. What’s “good sex” looks different for everyone. The key is understanding what’s going on for you and addressing it head on.

Mental Health Concerns

It’s easy to assume sexual issues are purely physical, but that’s rarely the full story. Depression, anxiety, shame and trauma affect our sexual maps and take a toll on your libido and satisfaction. We dig deeper than surface level fixes, targeting the emotional, social and psychological factors that shape your sex life so you can break free from cycles of guilt or disconnection.

Performance Issues

Performance anxiety is a major source of sexual dysfunction. It can undermine confidence and turn sex into a high pressure test. Concerns about erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, or pain during sex can spiral out of control, making it difficult to relax and enjoy sex. In therapy, we tackle the root of these issues head on, so you can relax, enjoy the moment, and reclaim authentic sexual pleasure.

Navigating Dating

Dating can feel like a minefield, especially when you’re struggling with sexual confidence or unsure what you truly want from a partner. If you’re seeking a relationship, clarity around your values and desires is essential. We’ll explore how to date (and communicate) in a way that feels genuine—cutting through the noise so you can attract connections that align with who you are.

Sex in a Long Term Relationship

Desire changes over time, and sometimes partners end up on very different pages. Long term couples may struggle with mismatched libidos, stale routines, or emotional disconnection that erodes physical intimacy. Whether both partners are on board or just one, we’ll work on practical steps to renew desire, address misunderstandings, and restore a sense of play and adventure in your sex life.

Living with Sexual Integrity

Sexual integrity is about aligning your beliefs and values with your sexual choices. It might involve how you approach porn, masturbation, relationship styles or other emotionally charged topics. Internal conflicts and external judgments can easily distort our map of what’s right for us. In therapy, we peel back these layers so your sexual actions genuinely reflect who you want to be.

Accepting Your Sexuality and Living Openly

If you’re grappling with internalized stigma about your orientation or preferences, it can cast a long shadow over your sexual and emotional life. The goal is to feel confident in your own skin. Together, we’ll tackle shame head on, dismantle unhelpful beliefs, and guide you toward a place where you can express yourself openly and authentically.

Navigating Open Relationships and Polyamory

Exploring nonmonogamy, whether you’re curious or already in the deep end, can be challenging. It requires honest communication, boundary setting, and self awareness—areas where many people stumble. My role is to help you and your partners define what works for you so that your relationships feel balanced, satisfying, and true to your values.

What to Expect in Sex Therapy

A lot of people come to sex therapy worried there’s something fundamentally “wrong” with them. Maybe you’ve already tried reading up on quick fixes or even worked with a therapist before. If you’ve found yourself frustrated—or downright discouraged—that’s totally understandable. The good news is, with the right guidance and approach, you can absolutely revitalize your sex life.

Sex therapy, whether it’s about resolving sexual dysfunction or sexually self actualizing, focuses on your sexual wellbeing—your desires, needs, worries, and core values. We start this work by examining the issues that are most affecting you right now but we also spend time exploring your overall expectations around sex, dating, pleasure, and intimacy. If you’re coming in with your partner, we’ll establish goals that feel important to both of you. 

Your experience in therapy is tailored to your individual situation, but our work might include:

  • Reigniting or balancing sexual desire

  • Reducing shame or guilt tied to sexual function

  • Improving how you and your partner(s) communicate about sex

  • Enhancing satisfaction and fulfillment in your relationship(s)

  • Understanding and managing sexual dysfunction

  • Reconciling uncertainty around your sexuality

  • Feeling more empowered and aligned with how you approach sex

You don’t have to settle for discomfort, confusion, or a stale routine in your sex life. By confronting these issues head on, we’ll help you reclaim a sense of confidence, connection, and authenticity—both in and out of the bedroom.

 

Sex Therapy in Los Angeles

Sex is often one of the last things people feel comfortable discussing and that’s exactly why the relationship between you and your therapist matters. Trust is essential in this work, so my goal is to create a space where you can speak openly, without fear of judgment.

I’m sex positive, kink friendly, and CNM/ENM/poly friendly. Whether you identify as gay, lesbian or have unconventional sexual needs, my approach is inclusive and free from stigma. My approach to treatment is collaborative, and I am open to feedback at all points of our therapy process.

I treat sexual concerns by focusing on the physical, emotional, social and relational factors impacting sexual wellness or sexual dysfunction. I offer in person individual and couples therapy for adults in West Los Angeles and the surrounding areas. I also offer convenient online therapy for clients throughout California.

Ready to work on your sex life? Contact me today, and let’s get started.