sex therapy
We offer virtual sex therapy based in Orillia to support individual and couples who are struggling with low libido, libido mismatch, sexual exploration, sexual dysfunction, exploration of sexuality, swinging, ethical non-monogamy and polyamory, kink and BDSM dynamics and more. Folks in their 30s, 40s and older commonly experience issues around sex, whether it be related to changes in the body, relationship issues, or simply wanting to prioritize good sex.
What is sex therapy?
Sex therapy is a type of psychotherapy that is tailored to dealing with problems related to sexual functioning, libido and desire, and emotional intimacy. Sex therapy aims to help people understand the root of their sexual difficulties, and resolve them through self-empowerment, boundary-setting, and improving communication with yourself and others. Sex therapy often involves exploring themes like bodily autonomy, consent, shame, and identity.
who is sex therapy for?
Sex therapy is for anyone who has had sex, is curious about sex or doesn’t want to have sex at all! No matter where you are at on the spectrum, we all have ideas about what sex is and isn’t, and what sex should and should not be. Sex therapy can help you explore your narratives and expand your idea of what sex, sexuality, pleasure and play are.
Why are issues with sex so common?
Sex is an act that is deeply vulnerable, personal, political and societally influenced. How we show up in our own sexuality tends to highlight our core issues, whether it be with self-esteem, body image, attachment issues, guilt and shame or other patterns we experience in sex and in our parts of our lives. How we treat ourselves and others around sex is often reflective of how we treat ourselves and others outside of sex.
how can sex therapy help?
strengthening autonomy
One of most basic tenets of safe sex and exploration of sexuality is autonomy, which is the ability to
we come up with a plan
Based on your background and goals, your therapist will help you decide the direction you would like the therapy to go, and how we will begin addressing the patterns you want to resolve.
We focus on what you’re dealing with right now
We believe that there is no “wrong” direction to go, and often focusing on what you’re dealing with right now can give us clues and deeper access to address the patterns you want to resolve. In moments where it feels like nothing is going on, we can always return to deeper somatic and IFS focused practices.
we find what works for you
Our process is intentionally collaborative, because we believe that you are the expect of your own experience. The therapeutic relationship is fundamental to healing, and even more so, becomes a place where you get to learn and practice new relational skills.