6 Best Los Angeles Sex Therapists

6 Best Los Angeles
Sex Therapists

Sexual health is an essential part of our overall well-being, but it’s not always easy to talk about. Whether you're feeling disconnected from your partner, struggling with desire, or navigating the lingering impact of trauma, sex therapy offers a supportive space to better understand your experiences and move toward more satisfying intimacy.

As a sex therapist in Los Angeles, I support individuals and couples in exploring the emotional, relational, and psychological layers of their sexual concerns. My background in neuroscience informs my therapeutic lens—I view intimacy challenges not just as relational or behavioral, but as deeply interconnected with our bodies, histories, and internal systems.

I combine psychodynamic therapy with evidence-based tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and somatic practices. Together, we’ll look at what’s underneath your current struggles, identify patterns, and work toward lasting, meaningful change.

I specialize in working with high-achieving professionals who find it difficult to be vulnerable—both in and outside the bedroom. Many of my clients come to therapy navigating:

Performance anxiety
Communication breakdowns in relationships
Emotional disconnection or avoidance
Attachment concerns shaped by past relationships or trauma
A desire for more authentic and embodied intimacy

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and rooted in both the science of the nervous system and the art of human connection.

If you're ready to explore how past experiences may be impacting your current relationships and want to develop deeper emotional and physical intimacy, my integrative approach may be perfect for you.

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Therapy—and choosing a therapist—is deeply personal. If it turns out I'm not the best fit, I want you to have other options. Below are some of the best sex therapists Los Angeles has to offer—each bringing their own unique strengths and specialties to this deeply important work.

Other sex therapists in Los Angeles

Sofia Ruiz Maiz, APCC

I'm proud to supervise Sofia, whose deeply relational and culturally responsive approach makes her an exceptional choice for sex therapy. What sets Sofia apart is her profound understanding of how family dynamics, cultural influences, and identity shape our intimate relationships, combined with her natural ability to create the warm, attuned space that healing requires.

Sofia excels at supporting individuals navigating complicated family dynamics, cultural identity conflicts, and relationship patterns rooted in early experiences. Her bilingual capabilities and cultural sensitivity make her particularly skilled at helping clients break free from conditioned beliefs about sexuality and intimacy while honoring their heritage and values.

Credentials: Associate Professional Clinical Counselor 19593

Clientele: Adults
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Virtual therapy: Yes

Meet Sofia

Dr. Yamonte Cooper, EdD, LPCC, CST

Where my approach focuses specifically on individuals, Dr. Cooper leads a structured group program for couples who are struggling with desire differences or feeling disconnected sexually. His “Optimal Sexual Experiences” group focuses on helping partners build intimacy, improve communication, and better understand each other’s needs. If you're looking for a group setting where you and your partner can explore these concerns together, Dr. Cooper’s program could be a helpful option.

Credentials: EdD, LPCC #3666, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
Clientele: Couples, individuals, groups
Location: Los Angeles and Culver City, CA
Virtual therapy: No

Meet Dr. Cooper

Center for Healthy Sex – Led by Dr. Alexandra Katehakis

While I work one-on-one with clients in a private practice setting, the Center for Healthy Sex offers a full range of services, including individual, couples, group, and intensive outpatient therapy. Led by Dr. Alexandra Katehakis, their team specializes in treating issues like sex addiction, intimacy disorders, and sexual trauma. If you're looking for a more structured program—or would benefit from a group setting or couples work alongside individual therapy—their comprehensive approach might be a better fit.

Credentials: PhD, LMFT #36902
Clientele: Adults, couples
Location: 10700 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Virtual therapy: Yes

About the Center for Healthy Sex

Cindy Michel

My work tends to focus on individual therapy and internal healing, but Cindy offers a specialized approach for couples based on the Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (PACT). If you're looking for a more structured, body-based way to strengthen your relationship or work through intimacy blocks as a couple, Cindy might be a helpful resource.

Credentials: LMFT #97303
Clientele: Adults, couples
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Virtual therapy: Yes

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Ken Howard, LCSW, CST

While I work with people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Ken offers therapy specifically for gay men and couples. With decades of experience, he helps clients navigate concerns like sexual dysfunction, relationship stress, and compulsive behaviors. If you're looking for someone who brings both lived experience and clinical expertise to issues facing gay men, Ken’s practice might be a better fit for you.

Credentials: LCSW #LCS18290, CST (AASECT Certified Sex Therapist)
Clientele: Adults, couples
Location: West Hollywood, CA
Virtual therapy: Yes

Meet Ken

FAQs about sex therapy

Sex therapy is a compassionate, specialized form of therapy that helps individuals and couples explore concerns related to intimacy, desire, and sexual connection. It provides a supportive and nonjudgmental space to better understand your relationship to sexuality while working through emotional patterns, communication dynamics, and past experiences that may be impacting your current relationships.

My approach blends traditional psychotherapy with somatic awareness and attachment theory, recognizing that sexual wellness is deeply intertwined with emotional health and past experiences. I prioritize creating a warm, collaborative space where you can safely explore vulnerabilities, understand relationship patterns, and cultivate authentic connections. The goal isn’t to "fix" you—it’s to build a deeper relationship with yourself and your body while creating more ease and connection in your intimate life.

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