Sex Therapy in Washington

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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.

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Online Sex Therapy Services in Washington

WHAT IS SEX THERAPY?

Sex therapy refers to specialized skills and specific treatment approaches to sexuality issues, problems, and relationship issues. These can involve questions about sexual orientation/identity, gender identity, or sexual/relationship preferences including monogamous, polyamorous, and open relationships. Sometimes physical difficulties prevent or diminish sexual pleasure while other times it can be sexual communication and intimacy that is the root of the problem. In general, sex therapy works to help you clarify, set goals, and resolve sexual questions or difficulties which affect you and/or your relationships. 

Properly trained sex therapists have not only taken additional classes on sexuality and received supervised training in sex therapy but should have also explored their sexual attitudes, biases, and beliefs. A sex therapist should be someone non-judgmental, unconditionally accepting, and open to any kind of client. They should also be equipped to handle many different cultural influences a client has when receiving sex therapy. Several professional associations train sex therapists. AASECT, the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors & Therapists is the largest and most credible licensing training. Programs like Sexual Health Alliance help streamline this training and hours.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I NEED SEX THERAPY?

Sex therapy is for everyone: couples, partners, families, and individuals. People of all ages, all cultures, and all demographics are seen in therapy. Cultural taboos, stigmas, shyness, embarrassment, or shame about sex affect the way people view and judge their own sex life. Sexuality counseling and/or sex therapy may be especially appropriate for those involved in polyamory or kink. For couples and partners who are interested in spicing up their sex life, therapy can be a way to acquire appropriate information and explore new behaviors in a safe environment.

Many people seek sexuality counseling or sex therapy because they want to get to that “next level” of sex. For some people, that may entail learning to become better lovers, or more comfortable with sexual behaviors that their partner(s) would like. It is even possible for some to become multi-orgasmic! For some people, a “better sex life” might also entail becoming more comfortable with sexual behaviors that their partner(s) like or want to try. Or even simply wanting to experience more and better orgasms! Maybe you want to experiment and expand/explore your sexual boundaries, that’s cool too! Sex therapy from a certified and sex-positive therapist can be very useful in all of these situations. Even expanding your definition of sex and leaning towards the more “mundane” sides of sex can be just as thrilling!

DO I NEED TO BE IN A RELATIONSHIP(S) TO ATTEND SEX THERAPY?

The short answer is “No.” There is much that can be learned, taught, explored, and/or practiced on your own, with appropriate guidance. Furthermore, just because you are in a relationship does not mean your session with our sex therapists needs to be devoted to that relationship: your sessions are for your needs.

DO I NEED TO BE SEXUAL TO ATTEND SEX THERAPY?

Definitely not! There are many who identify as not-sexual, but not being sexual can still call for sex therapy! Not only are our therapists trained in all forms of therapy and can discuss all topics from sex to past trauma to family and friends, those that are unsexual still may have questions about desire and libido, bodily function, and the future or next steps.

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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.

 

Our Sex Therapy Services in washington

 

Respark offers a wide variety of services specific to sex that are designed for all types of relationships, interpersonal individual conflicts, traumas, partnerships, and more. We can help you work through any of the following:

COMMON REASONS TO GO TO SEX THERAPY

 

  • Concerns about sexual desire or arousal
  • Concerns about sexual interests or sexual orientation
  • Impulsive or compulsive sexual behavior
  • Erectile functioning concerns
  • Ejaculating early (premature ejaculation)
  • Difficulty with sexual arousal
  • Trouble reaching orgasm (anorgasmia)
  • Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)
  • Intimacy issues related to a disability or chronic condition
  • Concerns regarding past unwanted sexual experiences

Respark is inclusive of all orientations, lifestyles, beliefs, and relationship practices. Our couples and individual counselors are able to address a wide spectrum of issues that many partnerships and individuals face, from loss of passion to identity issues and parenting problems. Reconnect with yourself or your partner, feel more confident, rebuild trust, and find the meaning you’re looking for in yourself and your relationships. Our wide variety of services and topics were made with you in mind so that you can get the help you need. Contact us at care@respark.co

HELPFUL SEX THERAPY AT-HOME ACTIVITIES

 

One of the most basic sex therapy exercises to do at home would be that of communication. By communication, I don’t mean regular conversation, but rather utilizing a set of specific prompts to help you or you and your partner(s) enhance your communication. These prompts “might be the same (or similar to) as these:

  1. When do you feel sexiest?
  2. When do you feel least sexy?
  3. What do I do in bed that you really like?
  4. What do I do in bed that turns you off?
  5. If there were one thing which you would like me to do when we are making love that we have not done, what would it be? 

As you get through the above more basic questions you may also begin to follow some more interpersonal prompts such as:

  1. How can we make intimacy a priority?
  2. Tell me what you need in bed to feel pleasure.
  3. What have I done to make you feel loved this week?  
  4. What could I do better in this regard?
       

These communication exercises can be a great tool to work on your relationship because they will create space for meaningful discussion. After these exercises, there are other types of exercises that can be done in tandem with communication practices, such as sensate focus. The point of sensate focus exercises is to increase mindfulness during intimacy and make your sexual experiences (and relationships) more pleasurable. 

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TESTIMONIAL

"I collaborate professionally with Heather on a regular basis and believe she is a talented, effective, and down-to-earth sex therapist. She is my go-to referral for clients exploring sexuality issues such as a sexless marriage, issues of sexual identity, kink, open and poly relationships. I feel so lucky to have her as part of our Austin therapist community!”

Dr. Jessica Michaelson

Therapy for Couples in Washington

HOW IS RESPARK DIFFERENT?

We see 500+ clients every month through our Online Therapy Program. After a decade of practice, we look forward to serving you through online counseling or via phone therapy anywhere in Pacific Northwest.

Respark is a talk therapy practice that is inclusive and affirming of all orientations, lifestyles, beliefs, and relationship styles. Respark’s team has a combined 70+ years of experience and consists of highly-specialized therapists who are committed to serving your individual and relationship needs. While most couples therapists do not receive any education in sexuality, the therapists on our team continuously seek advanced, expert training opportunities in sexuality and relationship issues so we can provide the most up-to-date and effective therapy to our clients.

We aim to provide high-quality couples therapy and the best sex therapy, individual counseling, and coaching throughout all of Washington. Our counselors and coaches are available online for anyone nationwide.

At Respark, we specialize in moving through sexual issues by creating passion in your relationship and working towards relighting the fire of love in your life. Your sexuality can be a sensitive and frustrating topic, let our professionals help guide you through it.

Sex is an incredibly personal and intimate part of our lives. No matter what you are struggling with, it can be difficult to know where to turn, which is where Respark comes in. Respark is an inclusive and safe space where you can receive expert therapy surrounding sex. Whether you’re working through your own sexuality, shame, religion, harassment, or just want to get a deeper understanding of sex, our therapists are here for you.

Sex is something to be celebrated, and here at Respark, we pride ourselves on welcoming you no matter what your sexuality, race, or what you may be facing. Our therapists create a safe and welcoming environment where you can experience in-person or online therapy services. We even offer a complimentary consultation with one of our esteemed therapists to help you get a better understanding of our services, what you may be needing, and how we can better help you.

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All of these topics offer a very wide range of specialties that are specific and tailored to what you, or you and your partner, may be wanting to discuss. Our therapists offer a non-biased third party perspective that can help you find solutions, no matter what you’re experiencing or what you’re looking to go deeper with. We also understand that all of this can be difficult to express, and we do our best to create a safe and welcoming environment.

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