Sex therapists in Skokie, Illinois IL
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Sex Therapy
Edward Alderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC; NCC
I use an integrative approach of integrative couples/sex therapy, Gottman methods, and EFT therapy, along with CBT, ACT, and DBT to address sexual issues in both individual and couples. These approaches work to help client identify negative thoughts and behaviors about sex, identify, manage, and find solutions to sexual dysfunctions, including physical, mental, and emotional.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Skokie, IL
Online in Skokie, IL Illinois
Sex Therapy
Best Therapies, Inc.
Therapist
The majority of therapists receive little to no training on talking about sexuality issues. A lot of couples come in to therapy to talk about their sex life, and spend months on fighting more fairly. Obviously, conflict and connection are two components to address, but sometimes folks get along great and have lost their sexual connection and some folks who fight all the time have a great sex life. Individuals often times want to share their difficulty, weird, or simply amazing sexual encounters with their therapist so they can process the experiences, but feel stifled or embarrassed to bring it up with a therapist who has never seemed open or interested. Well, screw that. (Pun intended.) (We’re sorry.)
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Skokie, IL
Online in Skokie, IL Illinois
Sex Therapy
Susan Killelea
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, Sex Therapist
Sex therapy is a type of talk therapy for individuals or partners focusing on issues related to sexuality, gender expression, sexual interests, pleasure, problem behaviors, compatibility with partners, among many other topics. Sex therapy helps individuals better understand their needs and communicate those needs to partners.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Skokie, IL
Online in Skokie, IL Illinois
Sex Therapy
Pavan Prasad
Psychiatrist, M.D.
Dr. Prasad specializes in treating mood disorders and Adult ADHD . He use a holistic approach, treating the full person rather than just symptoms. Dr. Prasad helps to treat treat mood, self-esteem, and concentration problems, as well as working with more diffuse issues around identity, interpersonal
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Skokie, IL
Sex Therapy
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Matters of intimacy can be physical in nature that, in some ways, connect with our emotional lives and can become more complicated as we grow into our relationships with others.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Skokie, IL
Online in Skokie, IL Illinois
Sex Therapy
Nostos Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
We work from a sex positive perspective that focuses on helping individuals feel a sense of empowerment and connection with their authentic self. We strive to provide a space that is safe to discuss and explored your sexual identity.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Skokie, IL
Online in Skokie, IL Illinois
Sex Therapy
Dr Calvin Young
Counselor/Therapist, PhD, LCPC
Not a sex therapist, I treat issues related to sexual history, sexual dysfunction and sexual expressivity
30 Years Experience
Online in Skokie, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Sex Therapy
Joanna Vergoth
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, NCPsyA
Sexual concerns are often deeply intertwined with attachment patterns, trauma history, shame, and relational dynamics. I provide psychosexually informed therapy that integrates trauma-focused, psychodynamic, and relational approaches. Whether addressing desire discrepancies, intimacy challenges, sexual anxiety, or trauma-related sexual difficulties, we work collaboratively to create safety and openness. Therapy supports reclaiming sexuality as a source of connection, agency, and authentic expression rather than fear or obligation.
27 Years Experience
Online in Skokie, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Sex Therapy
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In sex therapy, I provide support to individuals or couples facing challenges in their sexual lives. This involves creating a safe and non-judgmental space to explore concerns such as desire discrepancy, erectile dysfunction, arousal difficulties, or communication issues. Through therapy sessions, we work on understanding underlying factors, improving communication and intimacy, and developing strategies to address specific concerns. The goal is to enhance sexual satisfaction and overall relationship well-being.
5 Years Experience
Online in Skokie, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Sex Therapy
Gemstone Wellness, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC, LCSW, LPC
At Gemstone Wellness, sex therapy is approached as more than addressing “problems”—it is a space to understand your relationship with intimacy, desire, and connection in a deeper, more integrated way. We recognize that sexuality is shaped by your history, your body, your identity, and the messages you’ve received over time. You are not treated as broken, but as someone whose experiences make sense in context.
Our work is trauma-informed, affirming, and paced with care. Clients often come in navigating desire discrepancies, shame, disconnection, pain, or the impact of past experiences. Rather than rushing to solutions, we explore the emotional and relational roots—how your nervous system, past relationships, and identity have shaped your experience of intimacy.
We support both individuals and couples, with attention to communication, safety, pleasure, and authenticity. Our approach is explicitly LGBTQIA+ affirming and inclusive of diverse identities, relationship structures, and expressions of sexuality.
Sessions are collaborative, warm, and non-judgmental. There is space to name what hasn’t been spoken, to move at your own pace, and to build a relationship with your sexuality that feels grounded, connected, and genuinely your own.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Skokie, IL
Online in Skokie, IL Illinois
Sex Therapy therapists in Skokie, Illinois Statistics
Sex Therapy therapists in Skokie, Illinois average 14 years of experience and charge around $186 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Multicultural Therapy (50%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (47%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$186
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 49% |
Female |
|
| 34% |
Male |
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| 10% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 47% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 47% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 47% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 44% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 41% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 41% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 91% | Adult |
| 53% | Young Adult |
| 44% | Senior |
| 31% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 72% | LGBTQ+ |
| 59% | Women |
| 56% | Men |
| 38% | Black / African American |
| 38% | Hispanic / Latino |