Sex Therapy therapists in Atascadero, California CA
Sex Therapy
David J. Kest
Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified IMAGO Relationship Therapist, MFT, and EMDR
While not a Clinical Sexologist myself. I provide couples with advanced communication skills to work out their differences ( such as parenting, financial and sexual) in safe conversations : first in my office and then as homework outside in their own home.
31 Years Experience
Sex Therapy
Don ( "Dr Don" ) Etkes
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., MFT
Certified Sex Therapist, having completed sex therapy training at UCLA in 1988. Over 30 years experience in helping couples and individuals cope with sexual dysfunction, lack of desire, sexual addiction, orgasm issues, erection problems, premature ejaculation, vaginismus and other challenges to having a great sex life.
37 Years Experience
Sex Therapy
Kim Gengler
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Human sexuality is a central part of my practice. Through a somatic psychotherapy lens, I take a sex-positive approach to working with clients with a variety of sexual health issues and goals. I strive to support clients as they discover what works for them and brings them the most satisfaction in their erotic lives.
5 Years Experience
Sex Therapy
Dr. Rebecca Scott, Psy.D
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Certified in Holistic Health
I can provide support to patients struggling with issues related to sex and sexuality.
15 Years Experience
Sex Therapy
Dr. Ingrid Solano
Psychologist, PhD
Sex therapy is a form of counseling intended to help individuals and couples resolve sexual difficulties, such as performance anxiety or relationship problems. I support couples in restoring trust, rebuilding intimacy, and reigniting healthy, passionate sex. Some choose to attend sessions alone; others bring their partner with them. Session frequency and length usually depend on the client and the type of problem being addressed.
Sexual health is an essential part of overall emotional and physical well-being. But if you’re experiencing a sexual problem, the last thing you probably want to do is talk about it. However, you aren't alone! 43 percent of women and 31 percent of men report some degree of sexual dysfunction.
Sex therapy is a type of psychotherapy that also takes into account possible physical problems. For this reason (among others), sex therapy requires special training. When a couple comes in with a sexual problem, we try to figure out how each of them could be contributing to the issue. We examine what is going on, gradually interpret this in the context of their sexual history/experiences, tease apart cultural/societal influences, and come up with solutions
Sex therapy utilizes a variety of approaches to treat sexual dysfunction. In addition to the techniques outlined by Masters and Johnson, sex therapy includes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), emotion-based therapy, and couples communication techniques. It’s important to know that sex therapy sessions do not involve any physical contact or sexual activity. I usually assign “homework”—practical activities that clients are expected to complete in the privacy of their own home.
11 Years Experience