Sex Therapy in New York City

It can be so heavy when intimacy doesn’t flow the way you wish it did. Maybe you feel like you’re not living up to your partner’s expectations. Maybe you worry that you’re letting them down, or that the stress you carry is creating distance between you. For some, it shows up as anxiety or shame in the bedroom. For others, it’s unresolved hurt, past trauma, or feeling disconnected from their own body.

Whatever it looks like for you, it’s exhausting to keep pretending things are fine when inside, you’re overwhelmed and worried.

At Gabriela Tilevitz Therapy, you’ll find a warm, private space to talk about what feels too difficult to say anywhere else. Together, we’ll work gently to ease the shame, rebuild trust in your body, and help you feel more comfortable in yourself and your relationships. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

A Safe Space to Talk About Sex, Healing, and Connection Without Judgment

What is Sex Therapy?

Sex therapy is a type of talk therapy that helps individuals and couples address concerns about intimacy, sexual function, and connection. It provides a safe, supportive space to explore challenges like low desire, pain during sex, performance anxiety, past trauma, or feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner.

Rather than focusing only on the physical side of sex, sex therapy looks at the emotional, relational, and psychological factors that shape intimacy. Sessions often include open conversations, guided exercises, and evidence-based tools to reduce shame, improve communication, and build confidence.

How Sex Therapy Can Help You With?

Many think intimacy struggles or sexual challenges will eventually sort themselves out. But the truth is, the longer they go unspoken, the heavier they can feel, often showing up as stress, self-doubt, or growing distance in relationships.

Sex therapy helps you put words to the feelings that have been hard to name. You don’t have to sit with the confusion or frustration on your own. In this space, you’ll be truly heard, gently supported, and guided toward relief in ways that help you feel more grounded in your body, more confident in yourself, and more connected in your relationships.

Common Challenges Sex Therapy Can Help With

  • Sexual Health and Function

    Difficulty with arousal, orgasm, or performance

    Pain during sex or lack of sexual desire and drive

    Struggles with maintaining satisfaction as the body ages

  • Confidence and Intimacy

    Feeling pressure to “perform” instead of enjoy intimacy

    Fear of rejection or judgment in sexual experiences

    Wanting deeper connection and pleasure with your partner

  • Healing from Sexual Trauma

    Recovering from sexual trauma, dysfunction, or past pain

    Rebuilding trust in yourself and your body

    Processing shame or guilt tied to sexual experiences

  • Identity and Authenticity

    Exploring questions about gender, sexuality, or identity

    Healing after restrictive religious or cultural beliefs about sex

    Learning to embrace and express your authentic sexual self

Why Clients Trust Gabriela Tilevitz Therapy for Sex Therapy in New York

We know how hard it can be to talk about sex, especially when it’s tied to shame, confusion, or years of silence. At Gabriela Tilevitz Therapy, we create a space where nothing is “too much” or “too awkward” to bring up. You’ll be met with warmth, respect, and deep understanding from the very beginning. This is a place where your story is honored, your boundaries are respected, and you’re always met exactly where you are, without pressure or judgment.


We’re also certified sex therapy professionals with advanced training in trauma, couples therapy, somatic practices, and evidence-based approaches like EMDR, IFS, CBT, and EFT. Clients trust us because we bring both clinical expertise and lived understanding. We know how important it is to feel truly seen and safe when talking about something as personal as sex.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sex Therapy in NYC

  • Not at all. Many clients come in on their own to work through concerns like low desire, anxiety, shame, or the impact of past experiences. Couples come in, too, but you don’t need a partner to benefit from sex therapy.

  • No. You decide what you want to share and when. Some clients start with bigger-picture concerns like trust, body image, or relationship patterns before getting into sexual details. There is no pressure—we move at your pace.

  • That’s completely normal. Our role is to make you feel safe and respected, no matter what you bring into the room. Most people find that once they experience genuine understanding and no judgment, the discomfort fades quickly.

  • Yes. Our therapists have advanced training in trauma-focused approaches like EMDR, IFS, and somatic practices. We know how past trauma can affect intimacy and sexual wellbeing, and we help you work through it gently and safely, at your own pace.

  • Yes. We provide secure, confidential online sessions for clients across New York. You can receive the same compassionate, professional care from the comfort of your home if that feels best for you.

  • Please reach out to us by filling out a contact form and we will get back to you soon.