When a person or couple comes to sex therapy, they may feel nervous about discussing their sexual relationship with a stranger. This is normal, and the therapist will do their best to make you feel comfortable while exploring your sexual issues. During the first few sessions, your therapist will ask you a series of questions and help you understand what may be causing the problem in your relationship.
Depending on your specific needs and issues, the therapist will assign homework or practical activities to take away with you for the next session. This may involve experimentation with different sex toys or positions to increase your sexual desire, or it might be an exercise designed to build trust and intimacy in the bedroom.
The goal of sex therapy is to resolve problems in your relationship so that you can feel better about your sexual and physical relationship, as well as your overall health. However, it is important to recognize that sex therapy may not be the answer for everyone who has a sexual problem, and other psychotherapy or medical treatment may be necessary before you are ready to begin sex therapy.
You can attend sex therapy on your own or with your partner. In fact, it is common for couples to seek sex therapy together. Research from Blueheart shows that couples who attend sex therapy have increased satisfaction in their relationship. Talk with your sex therapist about whether you would prefer to attend solo or with your partner, and be open and honest about the reason why. Your therapist will be happy to work with you in whatever way is most beneficial for your specific situation.