Sex therapists in Birmingham, Alabama AL
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Sex Therapy
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Sex therapy is talk or EMDR therapy for the purposes of addressing sexual isses such as low/no desire, discrepent desire in couples, inability to orgasm, premature or delayed ejaculation, pain with intercourse, ADHD and sex, and sex or porn addiction. Sex therapy is usually short term therapy 6-8 sessions on average.
8 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL Alabama (Online Only)
Sex Therapy
Erica Hart
Psychologist, PhD in Clinical Psychology
Clients (individuals and couples) experiencing sexual satisfaction issues, dysfunction, trauma reactions and low desire often seek my support. Through understanding relational and sexual histories, past experiences, cultural and gender-related narratives, I can help clients understand how their current issues arose. I work using attachment theory, relational and psychodynamic therapeutic approaches and sensate-focused exercises.
17 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL Alabama
Sex Therapy
Dr. Tuvia Hoffman
Psychologist, Psychologist, PhD
Sexuality is an important aspect of our lives, and when issues arise, they can impact our well-being and relationships. Sex therapy provides a safe and non-judgmental space to explore concerns related to sexual intimacy, desire, performance, or relationship dynamics. Whether you're facing challenges as an individual or as a couple, sex therapy can help you better understand your needs, communicate openly with your partner, and discover ways to enhance intimacy and satisfaction. With professional guidance, you can work through barriers to a fulfilling sexual relationship and create a deeper, more connected experience of intimacy.
9 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL Alabama (Online Only)
Sex Therapy
Dr. Stéphanie Gamache, PhD
Hypnotherapist, PhD
Sex therapy addresses concerns related to desire, arousal, intimacy, and sexual self-expression within the broader context of emotional and relational life. My work integrates psychoanalytic methods, clinical sexology, hypnosis, and somatic awareness to explore the deeper meanings beneath sexual struggles. Together, we work toward a more coherent, embodied, and authentic relationship with desire and intimacy.
7 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL Alabama (Online Only)
Sex Therapy
Dr. Anna Smith
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd, MA
As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, I specialize in helping individuals and couples address desire differences, low libido, sexual anxiety, shame, intimacy challenges, erectile difficulties, pain during sex, or simply wanting a more connected and satisfying erotic life. We talk openly about sex without flinching, explore the emotional and relational factors that influence desire and pleasure, and create practical, shame-free steps toward the intimacy you crave. Sex therapy here is warm, collaborative, and deeply affirming of all bodies, orientations, and expressions of sexuality.
10 Years Experience
Online in Birmingham, AL Alabama (Online Only)
Birmingham carries one of the most significant civil rights legacies of any American city — the site of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing and pivotal moments in the fight for racial justice — and this history creates a distinctive context in which racial identity, historical trauma, and community resilience are active themes in local therapy culture. The city is home to UAB (University of Alabama at Birmingham), one of the country's premier academic medical centers, which anchors significant mental health research, training, and clinical infrastructure. Birmingham's African American community — which comprises a majority of the city's population — drives strong demand for culturally affirming therapists who understand racial trauma and intergenerational resilience. The broader Birmingham metro's mix of healthcare, finance, and manufacturing industries creates diverse occupational therapy demand across a metropolitan area larger than the city itself.
Sex Therapy therapists in Birmingham, Alabama Statistics
Sex Therapy therapists in Birmingham, Alabama average 14 years of experience and charge around $189 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (52%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (39%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$189
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
Online Only |
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| 43% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 52% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 39% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 39% | Somatic Therapy |
| 35% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 35% | Senior |
| 22% | Teen |
| 13% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | LGBTQ+ |
| 61% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 26% | Black / African American |
| 22% | Hispanic / Latino |