Sex therapists in Valley Springs, CA
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Sex Therapy
Relationship Therapy Center - serving individuals and couples in CA online and in the Sacramento area
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, Certified Gottman Therapist
Sex therapy is talking about sex, getting it out in the open, discussing needs and wants and what might be getting in the way of that. We have a variety of options to help you with your sex life and that is done by talking and assigning homework for the two of you.
12 Years Experience
Online in Valley Springs, CA
Sex Therapy
Growth and Change Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
We take you through the biochemistry of sex and we help you understand sexuality and relationships on the biochemical level. This helps us to frame whatever problems your dealing with around sex constructively so that you can get the help you need and experience the intimacy you desire.
8 Years Experience
Online in Valley Springs, CA (Online Only)
Sex Therapy
Jeanette Abney
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I have years of experience in the area of sex education, addressing inappropriate sexual behaviors as well as with providing resources.
27 Years Experience
Online in Valley Springs, CA
Sex Therapy
Dr. David Shapiro
Psychologist, California Licensed Psychologist (License# PSY17495)
Sex Therapy, Intimacy & Erotic Fulfillment
Cultivating Connection, Pleasure, and Sexual Vitality
Sexuality is a vital dimension of human well-being, emotional closeness, and quality of life. Yet, physical changes, performance stress, unaddressed trauma, or relational drift can turn intimacy into a source of anxiety, frustration, or quiet isolation.
My work in sex and intimacy therapy provides a confidential, sophisticated, and deeply non-judgmental environment for both individuals and couples. Whether you are navigating specific functional challenges or seeking to deepen your erotic connection, our work bridges physical function, emotional intimacy, and psychological freedom.
Comprehensive & Functional Care
Sexuality involves a delicate balance between the physical body, the nervous system, and emotional safety. I provide expert guidance across a broad spectrum of sexual concerns, including:
Sexual Function & Performance Anxiety: Addressing erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and performance stress by quieting the body's alarm system and restoring effortless confidence.
Desire Dynamics & Arousal Discrepancy: Helping individuals and couples navigate low libido, mismatched sexual desire, or the natural shift in erotic energy over long-term partnerships.
Somatic Comfort & Pain-Free Intimacy: Supporting individuals through painful intercourse (vaginismus, dyspareunia, or pelvic tension) by integrating gentle nervous system regulation and mind-body awareness.
Trauma-Informed Healing: Gently reprocessing past sexual trauma, bodily shame, or restrictive cultural messaging, helping you reclaim safe, joyful ownership of your body and pleasure.
Expanding Intimacy & Alternative Lifestyles
Intimacy flourishes when couples move beyond mechanical routine and cultivate genuine emotional presence, playfulness, and eroticism.
Fusing Emotional Closeness with Eroticism: Helping partners build a shared language around desire, loving touch, and mutual pleasure—learning how to cultivate deep emotional safety without sacrificing erotic spark.
Alternative Lifestyles & Consensual Non-Monogamy: Offering an informed, open-minded, and affirmative environment for individuals and couples exploring alternative relationship structures, open relationships, polyamory, or BDSM/kink dynamics.
Whether you are seeking to resolve a specific functional concern, heal from past injuries, or expand your capacity for joy and fulfillment, our work offers the privacy, safety, and expertise needed to align your sexual life with your highest personal vision.
26 Years Experience
Online in Valley Springs, CA
Sex Therapy
Elnaz Mayeh (WellBeCounseling)
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, EMDR Trained
As a sexologist, I help individuals and couples navigate the complexities of intimacy, desire, and connection. Whether you’re struggling with desire discrepancies, sexual dysfunctions, or just wanting to deepen your sexual self-understanding, I create a safe, shame-free space to talk about what most people find hard to say out loud. I believe the biggest sexual organ is the brain, so much of sexual health starts with how we think, feel, and communicate. Together, we’ll work toward rebuilding confidence, pleasure, and authentic connection because great sex starts with self-awareness and emotional safety.
9 Years Experience
Online in Valley Springs, CA (Online Only)
Sex Therapy therapists in Valley Springs, CA Statistics
Sex Therapy therapists in Valley Springs, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $221 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Psychodynamic Therapy (46%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (45%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$221
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 46% |
Female |
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| 44% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 45% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 42% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 38% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 37% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 62% | Senior |
| 58% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ |
| 55% | Men |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |
| 34% | Hispanic / Latino |