First Steps
Our marital journey towards improving your sexual satisfaction begins with a free "meet and greet" call. This call is not mandatory to therapy, but I do find that since our therapy will be online, and will almost solely occur through email communications, a more personal initial call sometimes helps clients in reaching a proper therapeutic comfort level for sharing very intimate information about themselves and their marriage.
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This meet and greet can occur via Zoom, Facetime or even an audio only call, all depending on each parties’ comfort level. Please know that I understand that discussing sensitive topics like sexual issues and desires is difficult for even couples with exceptional communication skills, which is why the meet and greet will not delve into such waters. Instead, the call is more of a casual conversation allowing everyone to “put a name with a face” so to speak, although for your convenience I have several photographs of myself on this website. Ultimately this call is a chance to make sure you feel comfortable before committing to therapy.
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Next, we'll conduct a comprehensive assessment to understand what makes you, well, you. Your history. Your strengths. Your weaknesses. Your unique needs. I will warn you this will initially involve you spending time carefully filling out multiple questionnaires that explore your sexual history, current marital experiences, desired future for your intimacy and marital goals. This thorough process helps us create a personalized treatment plan tailored specifically to you and your partner.
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Building a strong foundation for successful therapy requires a monumental understanding your unique personal history. This may involve discussing extremely private and sensitive experiences related to your sexual history, current intimacy, and future desires. We understand this can feel daunting, but rest assured, all information you share remains completely confidential. I strictly adhere to ethical guidelines and will never disclose anything you discuss to your partner without your explicit permission. However, on occasion I may very well recommend granting me such permission if I feel that such information could be beneficial for reaching your ultimate therapeutic goals.
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Know that the questionnaires you complete are designed to be a safe space for exploration, reflection and most importantly, honesty. To give us the best opportunity to meet your therapeutic goals we encourage you to be as open and forthcoming as possible. Again, any information you give is met with an open and unjudgmental mind. This information will provide a vital starting point for crafting a personalized treatment plan that addresses your specific needs and goals. Remember, open and honest communication is key to a fulfilling sex life, and this process sets the stage for open and honest discussions with both your therapist and your partner, even after therapy has concluded.
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Once I am confident that I have a clear picture of your individual and shared experiences, we will turn our attention to discussing your current individual and martial concerns. Diving deeper into the current issues as each spouse sees them. We will then consider your individual and collective goals. This collaborative approach ensures that I hear and understand both voices as we work together to develop a roadmap for achieving a more harmonious marriage and fulfilling sex life.