So you’ve taken the plunge into Sex Therapy; what do you do now?

The path of self-discovery that lead you here was no doubt difficult and let us be the first to say that we are so very proud of you. Seeking out help and acting towards your own self-growth and interest, (especially in a field like sex therapy) is incredibly brave and takes immense strength! It is normal to feel lost and a little overwhelmed when you take such a huge step, especially when the largest question still looms; how do you find the right sex therapist for you? Like finding a partner, a friend, or anyone else you will be working closely with, finding a sex therapist is very personal it is not always easily done. So we at Respark have come up with our own questions to ask your new sex therapist! Consider it a personality quiz for you to use to help find out which of our (or other) sex therapists is the best fit for you and your personal needs. After all; this has to be less awkward than a first date!

15 Questions to Ask Your New Sex Therapist

1. What would you say your “Ideal Client” would be? (what client you think you could help most)
2. What niche do you find is underserved in most therapist’s offices nowadays?
3. What is the #1 reason that you find that individuals, (or couples) seek out Sex Therapy?
4. What is the biggest misconception about Sex Therapy that you find yourself working against?
5. What issue relating to Sex Therapy are you most passionate about?
6. What is the biggest individual asset that you believe that you bring to your clients?
7. What would you say to those who feel uncomfortable discussing sex and sexuality?
8. What book would you recommend as required material for anyone seeking Sex Therapy?
9. What is the biggest miscommunication between couples that you see in Therapy?
10. What aspect of human sexuality fascinates you the most?
11. What is the one-sentence that you would say to anyone considering Sex Therapy?
12. What is the one recommendation about Sexuality you would give to the general public?
13. What is your number one Sexual Self Care tip?
14. What 3 skills do you believe a good Sex Therapist must-have?
15. What questions should a client ask themselves when deciding which therapist is right for them?

Feel free to print this out or email it to potential sex therapists that you are interested in! Any sex therapist worth their salt will have no problem making sure that you are not only the ideal client for them, but that they helping you to the best of their ability. So don’t worry! And remember; you have already made the hardest decision, the rest of this is as simple as S.E.X…Whoops I mean A.B.C!

Check out our amazing team of sex therapists in Colorado or Texas, and maybe try out some of these questions on them!

Written by: Alena Newland