Sex therapy helps individuals and couples enrich their sexual fullfillment and/or heal from sexual conflicts and problems. This could be as simple as education on the topic to extensive counseling. Strategies are tailored to the goals of the individual or couple seeking help.
There are strict ethical boundaries in place when undergoing sex therapy counseling. Additionally, a sensitivity to the personal values of the client are held in high esteem. Techniques include relationship and intimacy enhancement, strategic reading, specific behavioral interventions, and referral/consultation with other professionals. Sex therapy can be a catalyst for healing and enrichment in the crucial sexual component of intimate relationships and for singles as well.
Possible sex therapy issues include:
- Psychological and Relational Issues hindering intimacy
- Sexual Trauma and Abuse
- Painful Sex
- Arousal Problems
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Orgasmic Difficulties
- Single Adult Sexual Concerns
- Sexual Identity Issues
- Issues of Sexual Desire
- Premature Ejaculation
- Menopause and Aging
- Unconsummated Marriages
- Psychological Aspects of Infertility
- Pornography/Masturbation Issues
- Unwanted sexual practices/behaviors