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Sex Therapy in Newfoundland and Labrador

Reignite Passion and Deepen Your Sexual Intimacy Through Sex Therapy

Are you and your partner(s) struggling to connect intimately, experiencing challenges in your sexual relationship or feeling dissatisfied with your sex life? Do you feel mentally preoccupied during sex or have a difficult time getting in the mood? Do you struggle with out-of-control sexual behaviours (OCSB)?

Do you feel embarrassed or ashamed to talk about your sexual concerns, unsure of where to turn for help? If so, sex therapy through Wave Counselling & Wellness may offer you the support and guidance you need to overcome obstacles and cultivate a fulfilling and satisfying sexual relationship.

What is Sex Therapy?

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Sex therapy is a specialized form of therapy focused on addressing sexual concerns and improving sexual functioning. Whether you’re experiencing difficulties with arousal, desire, orgasm, pain during sex – or out-of-control sexual behaviours, our therapists will help you explore your concerns in a safe and non-judgmental space.

In therapy, you’ll learn about sexual health, work toward improving sexual health and experiences – and develop strategies to enhance your sexual relationship with yourself and/or your partner(s).

How Does Sex Therapy Work?

In therapy, our sex therapists work collaboratively with individuals, couples and those in polyamorous relationships to address a wide range of sexual concerns and challenges.

Through open and honest communication, psychoeducation, and exercises, you’ll learn to identify and understand the underlying factors contributing to your sexual difficulties and develop effective strategies to overcome them.

Sex therapy may involve:

  1. Assessment: Our therapists will conduct a comprehensive assessment of your sexual concerns, exploring your medical history, relationship dynamics, and individual beliefs and attitudes about sex.
  2. Education: You’ll receive information and education about sexual health, anatomy, and physiology, empowering you to make informed decisions about your sexual well-being.
  3. Communication Skills: You’ll learn effective communication skills to express your needs, desires, and boundaries with your partner(s), and  foster greater intimacy and connection.
  4. Sensate Focus: This structured exercise involves gradually reintroducing touch and intimacy into your relationship, helping you and your partner(s) to reconnect on a physical and emotional level.

What Can Sex Therapy Help With?

Sex therapy can address a wide range of sexual concerns and issues, including:

  1. Erectile Dysfunction, delayed ejaculation and premature ejaculation: Whether due to physical or psychological factors, our sex therapists can help individuals and couples understand and address the underlying causes of erectile dysfunction, delayed ejaculation and premature ejaculation – improving sexual function and satisfaction.
  2. Low Libido: Sex therapy can help individuals explore the factors contributing to low libido and develop strategies to increase desire and arousal, enhancing sexual satisfaction and enjoyment.
  3. Painful Intercourse: Sex therapy can assist individuals in identifying and addressing physical or emotional factors contributing to pain during sex, promoting comfort and pleasure in intimate relationships.
  4. Performance Anxiety: Sex therapy can help individuals overcome performance anxiety and build confidence in their sexual abilities, fostering a positive and relaxed attitude toward sex.
  5. Sexual Shame: Sex therapy can help address underlying shame relating to sexual identity, gender identity, sexual orientation, consensual non-monogamy (CNM) fantasies and desires (kink and BDSM), and normalize parts of your sexual self.
  6. Out of Control Sexual Behaviours (often referred to as “sex addiction”, “compulsive sexual behaviour” or “hypersexuality): In sex therapy, clients can work through understanding their intense focus on sexual fantasies, urges or behaviours that are difficult to control. We can help you work through sexual distress and any problems that may be created, and improve your relationship with yourself and/or others.
  7. Relationship Issues: Our sex therapists can address communication problems, trust issues, infidelity and affair recovery as well as conflicts in relationships that may impact sexual satisfaction and intimacy.

Contact Us for Sex Therapy in St. John’s and Area

If you’re experiencing challenges in your sexual relationship or struggling with sexual concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to our sex therapists at Wave Counselling & Wellness. Whether you’re located in St John’s, Mount Pearl, Paradise, CBS, or anywhere else in Newfoundland and Labrador, we are here to support you.

We offer both in-person appointments from our comfortable and private therapy centre in Paradise, or sessions from the convenient and familiar surroundings of home through our virtual online counselling services to accommodate your needs and preferences.

Take the first step toward reigniting passion and deepening your sexual intimacy today by contacting us to schedule an appointment to discuss sex therapy and whether it may be the right approach for you.

You deserve to experience the joy and fulfillment of a satisfying sexual relationship – let us help you on your journey toward greater sexual health and well-being.

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