Sexual Problems

Sex is supposed to be this amazing thing filled with fun, love, thrill, excitement that comes so natural to you. Yet is has become a chore, a reward/punishment game where you are treated like the Pavlov dog when the bell rings. Maybe you never enjoyed it in the first place and you hate your body or it just hurts. Maybe you use it compulsively to fill that void, you can't get enough yet the void gets bigger. I work with performance anxiety, desire discrepancy, out of control sexual behavior.

As a sex therapist, most of my professional work has been centered around helping folks navigate sexual issues. I use a sex-positive lens in working with sexual concerns.

Sex therapy is not just for couples! An important part of sex and relationships is being comfortable with yourself, your body, communication, and asking for what you want — or discussing what you don’t want. It can be daunting to discuss sexual issues with a partner due to both negative messages received within our and societal norms. I can help you to sort through your fears and biases regarding sex and relationships to give you the knowledge and power to discover sexual fulfillment.

Are you struggling sexually? Either within yourself or with your partner(s)? Sexual desire and functioning are impacted by a multitude of factors. Many of those factors are not physical. We happen to live in a society that both stigmatizes sex and greatly sexualizes people and situations. I work with clients to lessen any shame or other barriers standing in the way of sexual freedom and fulfillment.

Working in therapy to understand and address the many sources that influence your sexuality, eroticism, and desire helps to untangle unhelpful narratives about sex. This results in improved feelings and attitudes toward sex and your body. I also work with you to align your actions with your values so you can stop the cycle of shame and guilt from unfulfilling behaviors.

I am an AASECT certified sex therapist. I am trained to treat a variety of sex-related issues including sexual dysfunction, sexual pain, lack of sex in relationship, the betrayal of infidelity, and open/consensually non-monogamous relationships. I also help those struggling in the aftermath of sex-related trauma. I particularly thrive helping relationships of all kinds find sexual fulfillment and emotional intimacy in their connection.

I approach sexual problems with empathy and expertise, offering a safe and nonjudgmental environment for individuals and couples to explore their concerns, desires and what may impeding pleasure. Through evidence-based interventions, open communication, and collaborative goal-setting, I help clients address sexual difficulties such as erectile dysfunction, low libido, and intimacy issues, empowering them to achieve greater satisfaction and fulfillment in their sexual lives.

I am working towards my certification in sex therapy including supporting clients in exploring low libido, desire discrepancy, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, kinks, fetish, healing from past sexual abuse to have a great and meaningful sexual life.

I have pursued additional training and reading to enhance my expertise in treating sexual problems. I am currently working towards a certificate in this area, further deepening my knowledge and skills. I am equipped to work with both individuals and couples who are facing sexual concerns. Additionally, I facilitate educational women's groups, providing a supportive and informative space for women to explore and address their specific needs.

Sexual shame, sexual pain, sexual desire are often culprits to disturbances in our sex lives. We work together to acknowledge the source of the mixed messages we received as children while being compassionate with ourselves. Together, using sex therapy strategies we will challenge, educate, and develop healthy pleasure practices.

I support clients healing from sexual abuse, sexual assault, purity culture, and compulsory heterosexuality. I help clients work through their history, process any relevant traumas and core beliefs, and work toward sexual liberation and authenticity.

I utilize my sex therapy training and integrate it into all of my work with clients. It doesn’t have to be the focus of your journey, but we can explore and get curious. It is a safe space to explore any challenges you might be facing or exploring your sexual desires. Therapy includes: exploring identities and orientations, pain during sex, performance concerns, trauma, desire discrepancy, out of control sexual behaviors, body image, marginalized sexual identities, and self-confidence.

Does this sound familiar: You have good intentions, but attempts to stop your destructive sexual behaviors have been unsuccessful. You are hesitant to label yourself as an “addict", yet you feel that something is definitely wrong. You're smart, successful, and otherwise have a good life... but you also know that healthy sexuality shouldn’t involve feeling anxious or shameful, and shouldn't control your life, so you're here looking for help.

I possess a nuanced understanding of the unique challenges and dynamics that encompass sexual health and intimacy within the LGBTQ+ community. Drawing upon a foundation of inclusive and affirmative practices, I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for individuals to explore their sexual identities, desires, and concerns. My expertise extends beyond traditional therapeutic approaches to incorporate an intersectional lens towards sexual health and wellness.

I am a Michigan Trained, Certified Sex Therapist. I believe that sex is a vital part of the human experience and I love working with folks to help them creatively solve their sexual challenges.

Sexual "Problems" ?! How negative! I like to support my clients in exploring their relationship to sex, sexuality, and sensuality from a more liberated and joyful lens. Therapy with me around these themes is judgement free, fun, exploratory, and rooted in curiosity and freedom. Working with our sexual "problems" in therapy can lead us to deep levels of personal knowledge and unlock new levels of joy. Let's let your sexual energy lead us to alignment of your mind, body, and soul.

Our sexuality is at the core of who we are as humans, and where we came from – it is our life force. It’s also at the core of our own identity. So many of us are searching for who we truly are. We’re so encapsulated in who we should be being for others, that we end up losing ourselves. Our desire for unconditional love from another supersedes our need for physical connection. Emotion trumps sexuality. What goes on within our mind shuts down the abilities of our body.

Obstacles to achieving pleasure-filled sex with ourselves or others are endless and often interconnected between solo and partnered experiences. You deserve to a sex life full of pleasure, meaning, and connection. Support for individuals, couples, and ENM relationships wanting to thrive.

We help couples work through sexual challenges. We help couples with desire discrepancies, communication around sex, sexual trauma history, reconnecting after becoming parents or medical illness, and wanting more enjoyment and fun in sex.

I help persons not act out sexual misbehaviors.