Couples Sex Therapy and Religion
Evidence-Based, Compassionate Therapy for Individuals or Couples
ReSpark Group is a premier therapy practice, with industry-leading clinicians, helping clients with relationships and sexual wellness. With ReSpark, you get the benefits of working with one of the biggest couples therapy and sex therapy groups in the country. All clinicians receive continuous supervision, consultation, and advanced education. ReSpark offers evidence-based, effective therapy and coaching. Clinicians obtain world-class sex therapy and couples therapy training from the Sexual Health Alliance.
Our team personally matches every patient with an expert who has the right personality and education for the best outcomes. Your time is valuable, and it's our goal for you to quickly develop rapport with someone who is a good fit for you and your needs.
WHAT IS COUPLES SEX THERAPY & RELIGION?
Religion is one of the most common reasons couples seek out sex therapy. While our faith is important to many of us, it can instill elements of shame and fear when it comes to sexuality. Seeking out sex therapy can help to chip away at preconceived ideas around sex that our religion has taught us. This can give you a sense of freedom within your sex life and over time allow you to no longer look at sex in a shameful or negative light.
Couples therapy carries a negative connotation to many. It has been considered a “last-ditch effort” to salvage an already broken marriage or relationship. At Respark, we work to change this perspective. Couples Therapy, especially at Respark, can be a beneficial space for productive, non-judgemental communication for those at any stage of their relationship. Couples Therapy is designed to not only focus on the bad moments but find all the ways to celebrate and encourage the good. At Respark, we strive to guide you and your partner(s) through anything that may come up in your life–we’re here to help fan the flame of your love.
HOW DO I KNOW IF I NEED COUPLES SEX THERAPY AND RELIGION?
Therapy is for everyone–every person can benefit from some form of therapy. People of all ages, all cultures, and all demographics are seen and flourish from therapy. Similarly, couples therapy is for every couple–newlyweds, couples celebrating their 35th anniversary, new parents, and those looking to explore more in their relationship. Respark Therapists have some of the most advanced, up-to-date training specifically in sexuality, and they’re here to sit and talk with you about your experience without adding any pressure. Our goal is to be compassionate and affirming. They understand your faith is important to you and want to create a safe space for religion and sex therapy to co-exist.
Common issues around religion that bring religious couples to sex therapy can include:
- Getting comfortable talking about sex
- Understanding your and your partner's personal issues around sex
- Navigating the stigma around sexuality
- Exploring sexuality
- Religious shame and guilt around sex and sexuality
- Destigmatizing sex or our sexual identity
- Finding sexual interests and desires
- Relieving shame or fear around sex
- Gain an understanding of how sex and religion can co-exist
- Understanding how your religion plays a role in your life from a non-biased standpoint
Just want a therapist that is knowledgeable and affirming?
Clients tell us we're friendly, down to earth and approach therapy in a collaborative manner. We offer a holistic, gentle yet direct, and tailored approach that includes well-researched theories with a relational foundation. Together, we will learn new techniques, assign at-home exercises, reading assignments, conduct in-session guided exercises and other activities that make therapy and coaching fun and productive. We'll work together to form an approach that will be tailored to your goals. Leading researchers, including Esther Perel, Brené Brown, John Gottman, David Schnarch, David Ley, Chris Donaghue, and Marty Klein influence our therapeutic work with couples and individuals. Additionally, as AASECT-Certified Sex Therapists, we will work toward improving intimacy, strengthening communication skills, and communicating your desires.
what can couples therapy bring to your relationship?
Every couple endures challenges. Whether you’re in a new relationship or have been together for years, all couples face various obstacles along the way. Engaging in couples therapy is an amazing tool that can help your relationship thrive in ways you never imagined possible. Therapy is also a tool you can use at any stage of your relationship. Our couples therapy sessions can help you and your partner in the following ways:
- Build a stronger sense of trust and understanding
- Form effective communication patterns
- Develop a stronger sense of understanding towards your partner when it comes to stress and anxiety
- Form effective problem-solving skills
- Improve sexuality and intimacy
- Cope with infidelity or feelings of betrayal
- Help resolve conflict in a productive and healthy manner
No matter what your personal reasons are for going to couples’ therapy, attending therapy with your partner shows an amenable commitment to both yourself, your partner, and your relationship. Even if you are feeling hopeless and stuck, working with the right therapist gives you the opportunity to develop the skills you need to navigate the tougher times and to celebrate the good times. Our couples therapists in Austin, Denver, and Seattle are uniquely qualified to offer you the psychological insight, empathy, and tools you need to resolve conflicts, deepen your connection, and strengthen your communication.
The Importance of Acknowledging Religion in Sex Therapy
Religion, especially when born into it, can shape how we perceive many elements of our life, including sex. This can cause us to struggle with our sexuality either individually or as a couple. Having a therapist that understands that religion is something to address during sex therapy will help you get to the root of that shameful thinking and allow you the ability to change your views or to better navigate your relationship with sex. We also are able to address sexual identity in sessions as well. Many religions may not be affirming of your sexual identity but that doesn't mean that you have to feel shame around it. We are here to help you understand how faith has played a role in these pre-conceived notions and how to adjust them to a kinder, more loving view of yourself. At Respark, our therapists are highly skilled and trained in sexuality issues, including religion and couples sex therapy.
TESTIMONIAL
“Our therapist was absolutely amazing. Our relationship has never been better now that we have the tools and resources that she provided us with. Would highly recommend her to any couple that is having a hard time with communication and understanding.”