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WHAT IS SEX THERAPY? Sex Therapy is a subspecialty of psychotherapy focusing on specific concerns related to human sexuality. Anyone can benefit from working with a psychotherapist that specializes in this area. Certified Sex Therapists use specialized clincal skills and theoritical knowledge to address sexual concerns. For a list of sexual concerns that can be addressed in Sex Therapy, see Services Offered.
The Sex Therapy process involves an initial consultation where an extensive history of the concerns will be taken. The Certified Sex Therapist will note both the psychological and physical components and propose a treatment plan with your involvement in its development. Treatment may involve educating the individual or couple about the issue and about options for change. This educational process may occur through suggested reading materials, educational audio/visual materials, discussion with the therapist, attending workshops or all of these therapy processes. Sometimes having more information will allow the problem to resolve. Sometimes more intensive therapy will be needed. Often homework excercises will be suggested to be practiced individually or as a couple in the privacy of your home. Sexual activity is NEVER a part of your actual therapy session. In no instances will
a Certified Sex Therapist engage in any sexual activity with a client, whether in the office or any location. To do
so is a breach of ethics and in some states and provinces is a crime. |
