Can I see my counselor in-person?

Yes! Clients can choose between in-person sessions in downtown Olympia, WA or Telehealth sessions.

What do I need in order to have an online session?

Currently, all appointments are conducted on HIPAA-compliant online platforms and limited to clients in Washington State. Clients will need to have access to the internet and a private place to meet with a therapist online.

What is Sex Therapy?

Sex therapy is a form of mental health counseling aimed at helping people increase pleasure and confidence. Most people experience a point in their lives when they want to find greater satisfaction in sex and intimacy. Some people need to work through complicated thoughts and feelings about their sexuality or gender identity.

What happens during a Sex Therapy session?

Sex Therapy is much like any other form of mental health counseling. Although there are different approaches to Sex Therapy, you can expect to sit and talk through your concerns with your therapist. This is a safe environment to bring up aspects of your sexuality that you may not have been able to discuss before. Some counselors assign homework for clients to work on at home.

Is sex therapy appropriate for children or adolescents?

Counselors follow clients’ lead and discuss topics at appropriate learning levels. Questioning different aspects of sexuality, and even gender, is a normal part of development. Sex Therapy can allow children and adolescents to talk about their feelings and gain confidence in who they are.

What kinds of issues do individuals address in sex therapy?

Therapy can include: developing self-compassion, healing sexual trauma, addressing shame, improving sexual health, exploring desire, examining problematic behaviors, clarifying values, exploring gender identity, and expanding sexual agency.

What kinds of issues do couples & relational groups address in sex therapy?

Therapy can include: improving communication, deepening intimacy, co-creating trust, cultivating erotic connection, reinforcing resiliency around change, practicing negotiation, and dealing with special challenges.