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A sex therapist uses specialised clinical skills and theoretical knowledge to help people deal with their sexual difficulties or concerns. Sex therapists are qualified counsellors or healthcare professionals who have had extensive training in human sexuality. Sexual issues can often cause distress and conflict in relationships and sex therapists can assist you with these difficulties.
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Sexual concerns include:

Common sex concerns typically discussed in sex therapy

Low Sexual Desire:

Lack of interest or desire in sexual activities for all genders

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Sexual Arousal Disorders:

Difficulty becoming aroused or maintaining arousal during sexual activities.

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Lack of sexual knowledge or education

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Lack of confidence

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Erectile Dysfunction:

Issues with achieving or maintaining an erection.

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Orgasmic Disorders:

Difficulty reaching orgasm, delayed orgasm, or inability to orgasm.

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Premature Ejaculation:

Ejaculation that occurs sooner than desired during sexual activity.

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Painful Intercourse:

Pain during sexual activities, also known as dyspareunia.

Vaginismus:

Involuntary contraction of the vaginal muscles making penetration painful or impossible.

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Performance Anxiety:

Fear of not performing well sexually, which can inhibit sexual activity.

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Sexual Addiction or Compulsivity:

Engaging in excessive or compulsive sexual behaviors.

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Lack of Intimacy:

Difficulty establishing or maintaining emotional closeness and connection during sex.

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Infidelity Issues:

Sexual problems arising from affairs or cheating.

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Sexual Orientation or Identity Concerns:

Issues related to sexual orientation, gender identity, or sexual identity.

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Mismatched Sexual Desires:

Disparities in sexual desire levels between partners.

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Sexual Trauma:

Sexual issues stemming from past sexual abuse or assault.

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Communication Problems:

Difficulty discussing sexual needs, desires, or boundaries with a partner.

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Relationship and marriage difficulties

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Sexual problems or changes due to illness, ageing, surgery or stress

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Cultural or Religious Conflicts:

Sexual issues influenced by cultural or religious beliefs.

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Body Image Issues:

Negative body image or self-esteem affecting sexual confidence and desire.

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Health-related Sexual Problems:

Sexual issues related to physical health problems or medications.

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Sexual Boredom:

Lack of excitement or novelty in sexual activities, leading to disinterest.

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Relationship Issues:

Broader relationship problems impacting sexual intimacy and satisfaction.

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Cross dressing

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What is Sex Therapy?

A sex therapist uses specialised clinical skills and theoretical knowledge to help people deal with their sexual difficulties or concerns. Sex therapists are qualified counsellors or healthcare professionals who have had extensive training in human sexuality. Sexual issues can often cause distress and conflict in relationships and sex therapists can assist you with these difficulties.
Studies have shown that a positive relationship between the therapist and client is very important for effective therapy so it is important to choose carefully.

In Australia, sex therapy is not regulated by the government. This means untrained and inexperienced people can call themselves sex therapists.

ASSERT has a list of accredited sex therapist and sex educator members who have to comply with rigorous criteria. They have to show evidence of high level skills as practicing sex therapy counsellors/therapists or sex educators, have ongoing supervision and engage in further education such as workshops, conferences, seminars and reading academic journals or books related to sex therapy/education.
Our accredited members must be committed to upholding our strict codes of conduct.

What happens in a sex therapy session?

Your therapist will take a detailed history by asking questions in order to get an idea about your concerns and to help you get a better understanding of it. The therapist will develop strategies and goals to work with these issues and a treatment plan may be proposed.
Each therapy session is confidential.
There are many different therapeutic models used by sex therapists in Australia. Therapists usually show their mode of counselling on their website or you can discuss it by contacting them.
There are no rules as to which mode your therapist will use but what is important is that the therapy suits you and you can see that things are improving.
Cost of sex therapy
There is no set fee for sex therapy sessions, you will need to discuss that when you make an appointment enquiry with the therapist.
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