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Sex Therapists in California

Connect with a licensed therapist in California who gets what you're going through.

Whether you're navigating a relationship challenge, working through something on your own, or supporting your family through a hard season, finding the right therapist matters. 133 licensed therapists in California are here to help, so you can choose someone who understands what you need right now.

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133 specialists found in California

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Mats Hellsten, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Fremont, California Online + In-person 9 years experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Communication Depression

I can help you resolve conflict and bring about positive change in your relationship through a focus on improving communication, establishing deeper emotional connection, and breaking out of circular relationship dynamics. I include a focus on your here-and-

April Braswell, Coach California, ca
Coach
Newport Beach, California Online + In-person 17 years experience
Specialties: General marriage Intimacy Pre-marriage Sex

Womanpreneur and America's Midlife Dating and Relationship Coach, April brings a heart and soul centered practical approach to finding, cultivating, and nourishing lasting love. She works with both men and women after 40 and over 50 to find and attract love for

David Pincus, Psychologist California, ca
Psychologist
Orange, California In-person 26 years, 9 months experience
Specialties: Infidelity Intimacy Life events Medical conditions

There are two main approaches to marital therapy:  (1) communication and skills oriented approaches (the most popular currently is the Gottman approach); and (2) emotion and relational approaches (the most popular today is Sue Johnson’s approach). 

Felicia Keller Boyle, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Francisco, California Online + In-person 6 years experience
Specialties: General marriage Intimacy Life events Pre-marriage

Most couples come to therapy because something isn't working- communication, intimacy, finances, addiction- and they want to "fix" that problem. But good couples therapy doesn't end there. Couples are uniquely suited to support each person's

Debra L. Winegarden, Psychologist California, ca
Psychologist
Clovis, California Online + In-person 12 years experience
Specialties: Sex

My approach to marriage counseling as a clinical psychologist is using compassion and humor to put participants at ease so we can begin to heal.  It is about taking difficult material and making it interesting and palatable.  There are a

Dufflyn Lammers, Coach California, ca
Coach
Yountville, California Online + In-person 7 years experience
Specialties: Addiction Divorce Intimacy Life events

Dufflyn is a Relationship & Recovery Coach, Writer and Speaker. She has extensive experience with addiction and how this can affect all our relationships. She works with women who are struggling with fears of abandonment and/or fears of intimacy. She is

Darrell Lomeli, Marriage & Family Therapist Intern California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Fresno, California In-person
Specialties: Sex Sexuality

Before marriage, partners generally put their best foot forward and no obvious signs of impending marital discord surface. Couples get married because they want to share their lives with the one they love in a very intimate way. As humans being, we wish

Diana Urman, Sex Therapist California, ca
Sex Therapist
San Francisco, California Online + In-person 9 years experience
Specialties: Behavioral Issues Gender & sexual identity Infidelity Intimacy

Human sexuality is an endless source of self-knowledge through which we tap into our subconsciousness. In most people it is suppressed and hidden from our conscious minds due to the rigid cultural and religious belief systems along with our personal beliefs.

Mark Hirschfield, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Francisco, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Blended Families Child Therapy Codependency Relationships

I provide therapy for those who wish to create changes in their lives and relationships that are longlasting and positive. I offer safe compassionate and supportive counseling in an atmosphere that deepens understanding,&

Shani Robins, Psychologist California, ca
Psychologist
Menlo Park, California Online + In-person 18 years experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Career Counseling

Our relationships, work, and health can be stressful or fulfilling. There are specific, practical, scientifically proven methods for increasing happiness, success, and well being for yourself and in your relationships and significantly reducing anger, anxiety,

Tatra-Li De La Rosa, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Santa Rosa, California Online + In-person 11 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Codependency Relationships Dating Coaching Divorce

Working with couples at any stage, transition or phase of their relationship is one my greatest passions. Relationships are central to our sense of wellbeing and happiness and yet they can also cause us profound distress and even misery at different times.

Jose Javier Juarez, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Riverside, California Online + In-person 11 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anger Management Anxiety Borderline Personality Disorder

When Living Has Felt Like A Living Hell Start Building A Life Worth Living with DBT   Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in Riverside, California

Tim Devitt, Sex Therapist Licensed Addiction Counselor California, ca
Sex Therapist Licensed Addiction Counselor
Los Angeles, California Online + In-person 10 years experience
Specialties: Sex Trauma and PTSD

Sexual compulsions, acted out in real life or online can devastate the trust and intimacy in a marriage. Typically these addictive behaviors create Any activity that introduces secrets and shame into the mix.In my work as a Certified Sex Therapist, I help

MJ Klimenko, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Vallejo, California Online 32 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma ADHD Aging Therapy Alcohol Abuse

I've been in private practice since 1990, having worked at two hospitals, county mental health, and the Concord Vet's Center prior. I'm an older therapist who has raised two generations of children and been a single and married adult besides the

Larissa Lucas, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Pasadena, California Online + In-person 10 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Behavioral Issues Dating Coaching Infidelity

My goal is to assist you with facilitation in your healing process. I specialize in psychodynamic therapy which is working and healing through our childhood to promote health and wellness in our present. I also work with CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing,

Wendy Whitmore, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Upland, California Online + In-person 16 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anger Management Anxiety Behavioral Issues

Wendy Whitmore is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) & clinical life coach. and owner of Truth, Healing & Evolution Counseling Services and founder of  T.H.E.  iLove Me Experience and “My Warrior Life” movements.&

Ellyn Bader, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Menlo Park, California In-person 40 years experience
Specialties: Infidelity Intimacy LGBTQ+ Life Transitions

Ellyn Bader, PhD, is Co-Founder and Director of The Couples Institute in Menlo Park, California. Over the past 25 years she has conducted professional training programs in couples therapy and has trained therapists throughout the United States as well as Europe, Asia,

Cyla Fisk, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Pasadena, California Online + In-person 6 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Chronic Illness Codependency Relationships Depression

If you’re looking for connection, growth and relief from life’s difficulties, you’re in the right place. The stress of life, transitions, traumatic events, and relationships can sometimes push us off balance and make us feel stuck, hopeless or

Justin Mink, Licensed Clinical Social Worker California, ca
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Marina Del Rey, California Online + In-person 4 years experience
Specialties: Alcohol Abuse Anger Management Anxiety Chronic Pain

Factors of everyday life can put an abundant strain on a relationship. Severe stressors may include resentment, infidelity, intimacy issues, addiction, lack of trust, and miscommunication. When problems go unresolved, one can feel helpless or have feelings of

Andrew Kushnick, Marriage & Family Therapist California, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Francisco, California Online + In-person 8 years, 1 month experience
Specialties: Anxiety Coping Skills Dating Coaching Divorce

As a former practicing attorney, my approach is practical and concrete, using science-based and evidence-based methods.Trained in the PACT model of couples therapy, which draws upon neuroscience and attachment theory, I help couples replace frustrating, repetitive

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Therapy in California: Cost, Availability, and Expert Statistics

Here's what therapy looks like across California right now, based on 133 experts listed on Marriage.com - including average cost, session format availability, and therapist demographics.

Average session cost
$168
Most treated specialties
Sex, Intimacy
Average therapist experience
14 years
Session format availability
Online only 19% In-person only 10% Both formats 71%
Therapist gender breakdown
Female 56% Male 21% Non-binary/other 23%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in California

How are marriage therapists verified in California?

Every marriage therapist listed in California is checked against its licensing board before we add them. That means confirming their license is active and checking their credentials. If you want the details, there's a verified badge on each profile you can click.

What should I look for when choosing a marriage therapist in California?

Start with licensure: make sure they're actually licensed in California. Then check whether they treat what you're dealing with, whether that's communication problems, anxiety, or something more specific. After that, look at insurance and cost, and decide if you want online sessions or in-person.

How much does therapy cost in California?

Marriage therapists listed in California charge an average of $168 per session. That number moves around depending on the therapist, how long the session runs, and whether insurance covers any of it, so check the actual rate on each profile.

Can I compare or message more than one therapist in California before choosing?

Yes. You can look through as many profiles as you want, compare pricing and specialties, and message more than one therapist in California before you book anything. There's no limit on how many you check out first.

Is online therapy available in California?

Yes: 71% of marriage therapists listed in California offer both online and in-person sessions, so you can pick whichever fits your schedule better.

Does Marriage.com work with therapists outside my state, or only local ones?

Only therapists licensed in California will show up for you. That's not a Marriage.com rule, it's how therapy licensing works in general, even for online sessions. Filter by state and you'll see who's actually eligible to see you.

How do I find a marriage therapist in California?

Search the directory for California and filter by specialty, insurance, and session format, online or in-person. Each profile shows the therapist's license status, areas of focus, and accepted insurance, so you can compare before reaching out.

Do I need to create an account to search for a therapist in California?

No. You can search and browse therapist profiles in California without creating an account. You'll only need one when you're ready to book a session or message a therapist directly.

Is what I share with my marriage therapist confidential?

Yes. Licensed marriage therapists are bound by confidentiality laws and professional ethics codes, with limited exceptions required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others. It's worth asking your therapist about their specific confidentiality policy during your first session.

How quickly can I get an appointment in California?

Availability varies by therapist. Many providers listed in California are currently accepting new clients, so check individual profiles for current availability before reaching out.