SEX THERAPY

Sex and sexuality can be beautiful parts of the human experience, and I believe that being able to express them safely, authentically, and pleasurably is a human right.

Sex therapy is a sub-specialty of psychotherapy that focuses on human sexuality and sexual health and wellness. A sex therapist is a licensed mental health professional with specialized and intensive training in sexuality, sexual functioning, intimacy, and relationships. Sex therapy can help you to deepen your own understanding of your sexuality and explore reasons why you might be feeling dissatisfied with sex, as well as work with you to find enjoyment and pleasure in sex. Sex therapy NEVER includes any physical contact or sexual activity between the client and the therapist.

I see both individuals and those in relationships. At this time, I am specializing in low desire/desire discrepancy and pelvic pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • For individual therapy, yes I can accept Aetna commercial, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Care Network insurances if there is a co-occuring billable medical diagnosis. If you are being seen in a couple or relationship, I do not accept insurance. This is because most insurance plans require that one person of the relationship is the “identified client” that individually carries the diagnosis and plan for treatment, which is not what I believe the spirit and philosophy of relationship therapy to be. In addition, insurance often denies coverage for relationship therapy as it is deemed non-medically necessary. Other therapists may be comfortable with these factors and choose to bill insurance for relationship therapy, but unfortunately I am not willing to do so at this time.

  • Insurance plans vary. I will do my best to verify the benefits of your specific plan and let you know of any associated costs, but I also ask that you check with your plan as well so we are both on the same page. Without insurance, individual sessions are $210 for a 60 minute initial intake, and then $175 for 50 minute sessions thereafter. Relationship sessions are $250 for a 75 minute initial intake, and then $190 for 55 minute sessions after the initial. Learn about your right to receive a Good Faith Estimate.

  • I have a limited amount of spots to which I can offer a reduced fee. If you cannot pay the full cost of services, please ask about a reduced fee! For individual therapy, I don’t have a set sliding fee scale; instead I discuss with you what you are able to pay, and then I will determine if I am able to accommodate it. For couples therapy, the lowest fee I accept is $100 per session. If you have the financial means to pay the full fee, I ask that you do so and reserve these spots for those with greater financial need.

  • If you are interested in sex therapy, I will set up a 15-20 minute consult with you to get a brief overview of your concerns and then we will together decide if individual or relationship sessions would be a better fit for your specific situation.

    At this time, I only conduct couples therapy for those with a presenting concern related to sex.

  • Absolutely! I believe that sex therapy can be helpful for anyone and everyone. I take a whole-person approach to sex and sexuality, which means that I see sex and sexuality as being affected by many other areas of your life. Sometimes exploring those areas can help make sense of your feelings around sex and sexuality and alleviate concerns.

  • Yes! Sex therapy is a subspecialty of psychotherapy, and I have a significant amount of experience and skill with general mental health treatment in addition to sex therapy. In our initial sessions together, we will create goals and a plan that can address both mental health and sexual health concerns.