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5 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:
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Performance anxiety
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Communication breakdowns in relationships
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Emotional disconnection or avoidance
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Attachment concerns shaped by past relationships or trauma
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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.
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
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.
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Credentials: EdD, LPCC #3666, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
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Clientele: Couples, individuals, groups
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Location: Los Angeles and Culver City, CA
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Virtual therapy: No
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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.
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Credentials: PhD, LMFT #36902
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Clientele: Adults, couples
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Location: 10700 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
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Virtual therapy: Yes
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.
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Credentials: LMFT #97303
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Clientele: Adults, couples
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Location: Los Angeles, CA
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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.
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Credentials: LCSW #LCS18290, CST (AASECT Certified Sex Therapist)
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Clientele: Adults, couples
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Location: West Hollywood, CA
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Virtual therapy: Yes