Psychosexual Therapy
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Psychosexual Therapy
Support for intimacy, sexual wellbeing, and relationship concerns
If you’re considering psychosexual counselling or sex therapy, you may be experiencing difficulties that feel hard to talk about, even with a partner.
These might include challenges with intimacy, changes in desire, anxiety around sex, or patterns that are affecting your relationship or sense of wellbeing.
Many people arrive unsure whether what they’re experiencing is “serious enough” to seek help. Others feel stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand.
You don’t need to have clear answers before getting in touch. We can help you make sense of what’s happening and guide you towards the right support.
What is psychosexual therapy?
Psychosexual counselling ( sex therapy ) is a specialist form of therapy that focuses on sexual wellbeing, intimacy, and the psychological and emotional aspects of sex and relationships.
It can help you to:
- understand difficulties around intimacy or desire
- explore emotional or relational patterns affecting sex
- reduce anxiety, shame, or pressure linked to sexual experiences
- improve communication within relationships
- build a more comfortable and connected relationship with yourself or a partner
What issues can psychosexual therapy help with?
People come to psychosexual counselling for a wide range of reasons, including:
- low or mismatched sexual desire
- anxiety or avoidance around sex
- erectile difficulties or performance concerns
- difficulty with arousal or orgasm
- pain or discomfort during sex
- loss of intimacy within a relationship
- impact of past experiences on sexual wellbeing
- compulsive or confusing patterns of behaviour
Some people come individually, others as a couple.
How we work
At Cherry Tree Therapy Centre, we offer a calm, confidential space where you can talk openly about difficulties that may feel hard to share elsewhere.
Sessions are paced carefully and led by your comfort. There is no pressure to discuss anything before you feel ready.
The focus is on understanding what’s happening for you, and supporting change in a way that feels manageable and respectful of your situation.
Is psychosexual therapy the same as sex addiction counselling?
Not necessarily.
Psychosexual counselling focuses more broadly on sexual wellbeing, intimacy, and relationship dynamics.
Sex and porn addiction counselling tends to focus on compulsive or out-of-control patterns of behaviour.
There can be some overlap, as patterns around sex and porn use can impact other areas of sexuality and intimacy, such as erectile difficulties linked to porn use (sometimes referred to as porn-induced erectile dysfunction). We can help you think through which approach feels most appropriate for you.
Who this is for
This service is suitable for:
- individuals experiencing difficulties around sex or intimacy
- couples wanting to improve communication around sex or connection
- those feeling anxious, avoidant, or disconnected sexually
- people wanting to better understand their sexual wellbeing
If you’re unsure whether this is the right type of support, we can help you think it through.
What You Can Expect
Psychosexual counselling offers a thoughtful, supportive space to explore sensitive and often complex areas of experience. The work is paced carefully, allowing you to build understanding and confidence over time. We offer:
FAQs
Sessions involve talking through what’s been happening in a safe and confidential space. The focus is on understanding patterns, reducing anxiety or pressure, and supporting change at a pace that feels comfortable.
No. You can attend individually or as a couple.
Yes. All sessions are confidential and handled sensitively.
That’s very common. You’re welcome to get in touch and we can help you decide what might feel most appropriate.
Yes. We offer specialist support for compulsive sexual behaviour, as well as coaching and recovery groups. We can guide you towards the most appropriate option.
Yes. We offer low-cost counselling options, depending on availability. You’re welcome to mention this when you get in touch, and we can talk you through the options.
Take the Next Step
If you’re considering psychosexual counselling (sex therapy) but aren’t sure where to begin, you’re very welcome to get in touch.
We can talk things through and help you find the right starting point.
Please complete a short enquiry form below, and we’ll guide you from there.