AASECT Certified Sex Therapists are licensed mental health professionals, trained to provide in-depth psychotherapy, who have specialized in treating clients with sexual issues and concerns. Sex therapists work with simple sexual concerns also, but in addition, where appropriate, are prepared to provide comprehensive and intensive psychotherapy over an extended period of time in more complex cases.

The process to obtain AASECT certified Sex Therapy training takes 2+ years, with 2 years of supervision and is simliar to obtaining a Master's Degree. 

What to expect in sessions

• Discussion of your sexual history (this may be as individuals, or as partners) 

• Your mental health history 

• Your sexual orientation and gender identity 

• Your family and relationship with them 

• Any traumatic experiences or history they should be aware of 

• Any physical or medical concerns that may be affecting the current issue 

• Your relationship outside of sex 

• Your typical sexual habits 

• How you show desire and affection beyond sex 

Common issues a sex therapist may treat

• Sexual Health Basics 

• Performance Anxiety

• Sexual Orientation and Identity

• Discrepant desire between partners

• Erectile Disorder

• Low Desire

• Painful Sex 

• Compulsive sexual behavior or Out of Control Sexual Behavior

• Infidelity

• Opening up the Relational Space / Poly Dynamics / Kink / Fetishes