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Online sex therapy in Virginia

Helping individuals and couples enhance sexual wellness

Here’s your reminder that you are human.

And humans are sexual beings!

Whether you’re single, partnered, or maybe it’s complicated, you have a facet of sexual health that deserves the same care and attention as the other dimensions of your wellness. When sex is a source of embarrassment or shame, other aspects of your life can become imbalanced as well.  Although often undervalued, sexuality is an inherent and beneficial aspect of the human experience. Sexual problems are not trivial issues—they can deeply impact your mental health, your self-esteem, and your overall quality of life.

Tell me if any of these sound familiar:

  • You’re pressuring yourself to increase your libido, and now it seems like you want sex even less.

  • You worry so much about whether your parts will work the way you want them to that you’ve found yourself avoiding intimacy because you’re so embarrassed.

  • Sex isn’t that enjoyable because you’re in your head wondering what your partner is thinking, leading to both of you feeling dissatisfied.

  • You’re afraid to open up to your partner about your desires, but the sex you’re having isn’t fulfilling you.

  • You feel panicked, fearful, or emotionally numb during intimacy, even though your partner is safe.

Don’t let the fear of awkwardness hold you back.

 I get it. Talking about sex, especially sexual problems, can feel awkward. Maybe even so uncomfortable that you’ve avoided getting help for a while. Your family didn’t talk about sex and the education you received was minimal, at best. Don’t let the potential awkwardness put your sex life on hold; we’ll get through it together and you’ll come out on the other side feeling more confident in communicating about sex. Perhaps there have been a few uncomfortable, or even upsetting, conversations with your partner. You have a hard time discussing something you don’t fully understand, so you eventually find yourself having the same conversations and getting nowhere. Your partner has tried to be understanding but you can sense their insecurity growing.

Maybe you’ve had insight to what’s wrong for a while, but you keep getting stuck at the same points. You’ve gone down a few rabbit holes online trying to understand your kink or your dysfunction, but the shame still lingers. Sometimes you feel guilty that you even have this problem, that you can’t figure it out when sex seems so easy for others. You’ve tried everything you can think of and it leaves you wondering if you are broken. 

I’m here to tell you that this isn’t true. Imagine freeing the space this takes up in your mind.

how i can help

In sex therapy, we can work on…

  • Reviving low sexual desire

  • Becoming more comfortable communicating about sex and boundaries

  • Reclaiming a healthy intimate relationship after experiencing trauma

  • Overcoming feelings of shame associated with sex

  • Developing sexual confidence and letting go of performance anxiety

Imagine if you…

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You now step into intimacy with confidence, without having to worry about your parts not cooperating or what your body looks like in different positions.

Felt comfortable and confident in your body

✓

You’ve discovered how to cultivate your desire, and you know how to effectively communicate your wants and needs without embarrassment.

Looked forward to intimacy with excitement and anticipation

✓

Reclaimed your sense of safety and personal power in intimate settings

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You embrace intimacy feeling grounded and secure, reclaiming your right to pleasure without past traumas overshadowing your connection.

Other common issues for sex therapy:

  • Sexual pain or dysfunction

  • Erectile difficulties

  • Premature or delayed ejaculation

  • Body image issues

  • Sexual dissatisfaction

  • Support in safely exploring kink or BDSM

  • Overcoming intimacy and abandonment issues

  • Navigating consensual non-monogamy

  • Sexual anxiety

  • Difficulty relaxing or enjoying sex

  • Adjusting to new phases of life (marriage, children, illness, loss)

  • Mismatched sexual desire or sexual interests

  • Orgasm difficulties

  • Sexual orientation and identity concerns

  • Gender dysphoria interfering with pleasure

How to begin sex therapy in Virginia

1

Reach out

Email me to schedule a 20 minute phone consultation to talk about your goals and see if we feel like a good fit. 

My practice is completely virtual, allowing me the flexibility to work with clients anywhere in the state of Virginia.

2

Get to work

We will meet weekly or biweekly to work on the emotional, psychological, and relational factors that are influencing your sexual wellbeing.  

3

See change

I’ll help you start making small shifts to dismantle sexual shame, develop your sense of confidence, and reconnect with the most intimate parts of your life.

Learn more about my approach here.

faqs

Common questions about sex therapy in Virginia

  • Sex therapy is talk therapy that is designed to improve or resolve a sexual concern. Our work is not limited to discussing only sex and sexuality–we will look at all of the potential factors that can impact sexual functioning and intimacy. I will facilitate our conversation to explore your sexual history and the education (or lack of) that you received. My approach is trauma-informed, which is beneficial to you even if you have not experienced trauma. This means I’ll consider the bigger picture of what is impacting you today when tailoring our work together.

    As part of our therapy, I may suggest homework to be practiced or completed in the privacy of your home. If you are a trauma survivor, some of our work may include healing from trauma and reorienting to safety. Sex therapy does not involve any sexual touching or sexual activity between the client and therapist. Visit the About Me section to learn more about me and my approach to therapy.

  • It’s normal to feel awkward talking to a stranger about sex! I understand that it may take you some time to feel comfortable and that’s okay. I strive to normalize the topic of sex and you will find the conversations become more comfortable over time both inside and outside the therapy session.

  • No. Sex therapy does not involve any sexual contact, nudity, or sexual behavior between the client and therapist.

  • If it’s causing you distress, whether personally or within your relationship, it’s worth seeking help!

  • My fee is $165 per session for individuals; $200 per session for couples. Triads: please email me to discuss fees and other logistics. Appointments are 50-60 minutes unless discussed and agreed upon in advance. 

    I accept credit/debit cards and HSA cards only. All fees are due at the time of service. If you have Out-of-Network benefits, you may be eligible for reimbursement. For more information about Out-of-Network benefits and other frequently asked questions, check out my FAQ page.

I want you to know:

A better sex life is not out of your reach.

Let’s work together to unlock the potential of your sexual wellness. You don’t have to stay stuck.