_edited.png)
_edited.png)
Sex Therapy Intensives in California
Does it feel like weekly 50 minute therapy simply hasn’t been enough to help you live the life you want?
-
You might have had a felt sense that something profound has yet to change, but you’re not quite sure why you haven’t gotten there with all the time you’ve already invested in therapy.​
-
Perhaps you’ve been meaning to get into weekly therapy for a while now, but your schedule has been so hectic and demanding that a weekly therapy appointment feels more overwhelming and like a chore than supportive and something you want to do. Not to mention you might sit on a waitlist for weekly therapy for weeks or months.​​​\
-
Maybe you’re needing help — and a lot of it — right now, and you don’t want to spend months or even years in the traditional weekly model of therapy treatment to feel better.​
-
Or you are a new client to therapy who just prefers to work intensively.
Deeper Connections. More Pleasure.
Concentrated therapy to accelerate healing & growth.
Experience Rapid Healing, Deeper Connection, and Sexual Well-Being in a Focused Therapeutic Environment
Therapy intensives are like an express lane to healing—bypass the slow progress of conventional therapy and fast-track your recovery with this focused, highly effective treatment.
What does a Sex Therapy Intensive Include?
Pre-Intensive Interview
A 3hour intake session to provide an initial assessment, determine the goals of the sex therapy Intensive and prepare for the experience. This includes 1 hour together and 1 hours with each partner individually.
Personalized treatment workbook
The workbook includes assessments and activities to prepare for the Intensive. The workbook allows you keep a record of progress on your treatment goals before, during, and after our sessions.
Customized Treatment Program
The Sex Therapy Intensive sessions take place virtually and are scheduled for 1-3 days for 3 hours each day. Includes targeted treatment and resourcing activities customized for you.
Post-Intensive Interview
After your intensive, you’ll receive additional resources, exercises, and will be offered follow-up sessions as needed to help integrate what you've learned into your everyday life.
Sex Therapy Intensive FAQ
A Sex Therapy Intensive is a personalized, accelerated therapeutic experience designed for individuals and couples who want to address sexual health issues in a condensed timeframe. These intensives allow you to dedicate focused time to exploring the root causes of sexual challenges, heal past wounds, and develop new tools for healthy sexual expression.
Each intensive is tailored to your specific needs, offering a safe and confidential space to work through sensitive topics without the pressure of weekly appointments.
-
Low libido or discrepancies in sexual desire
-
Sexual performance anxiety or erectile difficulties
-
Difficulty achieving orgasm
-
Pain during sex (dyspareunia, vaginismus, etc.)
-
Recovering intimacy after infidelity or betrayal
-
Healing from sexual trauma
-
Navigating non-traditional relationships (e.g., polyamory, BDSM, etc.)
-
Exploring or affirming sexual identity or orientation
-
Painful Sex
-
Traditional therapy can take months, even years, to fully unpack and address deep-rooted sexual issues. With the intensive model, we work together in a dedicated block of time, giving you the space to break through blocks, develop sexual confidence, and move towards your goals at an accelerated pace. This approach is ideal for those seeking more immediate progress, have a busy schedule, or are traveling from out of town.
-
Initial Consultation: Before your intensive begins, we’ll meet for a comprehensive consultation. This session, lasting 2-3 hours, will allow me to understand your concerns, goals, and background. It also helps determine if the intensive format is the right fit for you.
-
Personalized Treatment Plan: Following the consultation, we’ll design a customized therapy plan tailored to your unique needs. This may include a combination of talk therapy, cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and experiential exercises to enhance sexual connection and expression. You’ll also receive some preparatory prompted journaling to complete at home, which will help you reflect and engage with the therapeutic process before the main session.
-
4-Hour Therapy Session: A focused 4-hour therapy session will follow, allowing for deep, concentrated work on the issues identified. This session provides ample time to delve into your sexual concerns and begin the healing process in a structured, supportive environment.
-
Post-Intensive Integration: After your intensive, you’ll receive additional resources, exercises, and follow-up sessions to support the integration of your insights into your daily life. We’ll make sure you have the tools to maintain progress long after the intensive ends.
Please note: Sessions are held on separate days to allow for reflection and integration between them.
-
-
Sex Therapy Intensives are ideal for individuals and couples who:
-
Are looking for faster progress than traditional weekly therapy can offer.
-
Prefer immersive experiences where deep work can happen in a concentrated time.
-
Live out of town and want to travel for an intensive experience with a certified sex therapist.
-
Feel “stuck” and need a significant shift to jumpstart healing or transformation.
-
If you've got everything else in your relationship figured out, except the sex!
-
I am a board-certified clinical sexologist, PhD in Human Sexuality, and an AASECT-certified sex therapist with years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of sexual health. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and affirming, creating a safe space where all forms of sexuality are respected.
As a highly experienced therapist, I blend clinical expertise with deep empathy, ensuring that you feel supported and heard as we work through your most intimate concerns. I believe that everyone deserves a satisfying and empowered sexual life, and I’m committed to helping you reach that goal.
Therapy intensives are like an express lane to healing
Bypass the slow progress of conventional therapy and fast-track your recovery with this focused, highly effective treatment.
What are the fees?
Personalized Sex Therapy Intensives are half-day to multi-day programs that include a customized treatment plan specific to your goals. Fees are based on your needs and program design, and are communicated ahead of time in accordance with the No Surprises Act.​
Intensive packages (2-3hr Intake session, 4hr intensive session, & integration materials) are $3000 per couple.
​
I offer free phone or Zoom consultations to discuss your needs and interest in a personalized intensive program.
​
Payment is securely obtained at the time of booking. An active credit card must on file at all times. The card will be charged at the time of all future bookings. If a card is declined, you will be contacted and the appointment will not be booked until payment is secured. American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover are accepted. Venmo and Zelle payments are also accepted.
​
*Payment plan options may be available upon request.
How is intensive therapy more cost effective and time efficient than weekly therapy?
Weekly therapy typically includes:
-
0-15 minutes of checking in from the last session
-
20-30 minutes of EMDR processing
-
10-15 minutes of closing the session
-
You might spend a month working on one specific stressor, costing around $1,000 for the 4 weekly therapy sessions.
​
-
But realistically, stuff comes up between sessions, you don’t want to work on processing the next session, and session focus week-to-week might shift significantly.
​
-
So you might actually be in weekly therapy for multiple months ($1,000 x’s # of months) and still not feel fully resolved in the thing causing you stress right now.
Intensive therapy typically includes:
-
​10-15 minutes of checking in, establishing session focus
-
4 hours of concentrated work
-
10-15 minutes closing the session​​
-
You feel better, faster.​
-
You spend less on symptom-managing medications (that weren’t really working anyway).​
-
You don’t have to keep taking time off of work or paying for childcare to attend your sessions.
Ready to Transform Your Sexual Health?
If you’re ready to take the next step toward healing and thriving, a Sex Therapy Intensive may be the right fit for you. Contact me today to schedule your initial consultation and begin your journey towards a more fulfilling, connected, and empowered sexual self.