Support for Sexual Wellness, Intimacy, and Relationship Concerns
Sexual health and intimacy are important parts of emotional well-being and healthy relationships. When concerns arise, they can affect confidence, communication, connection, and overall quality of life.
Sexual Health & Intimacy Therapy provides a private, respectful, and nonjudgmental space for individuals and couples to discuss concerns related to intimacy, sexual wellness, relationships, and personal comfort.
At Indiana Health Group, our therapists help patients better understand their concerns, improve communication, and develop healthier, more satisfying relationships with themselves and others.
What Is Sexual Health & Intimacy Therapy?
Sexual Health & Intimacy Therapy is a specialized form of psychotherapy that addresses emotional, psychological, and relationship concerns related to sex, intimacy, and sexual well-being.
Sessions involve conversation, education, and therapeutic strategies. Therapy does not involve physical contact, sexual activity, or medical examinations.
Treatment is personalized based on each person’s needs, values, goals, relationships, and life experiences.
Concerns We May Address
Sexual Health & Intimacy Therapy may help with concerns such as:
- Difficulty communicating about sex or intimacy
- Differences in sexual desire between partners
- Low or changing sexual desire
- Anxiety related to sex or intimacy
- Difficulty with arousal or orgasm
- Pain-related fears or emotional concerns
- Changes in intimacy after illness, childbirth, menopause, or aging
- Body image and self-confidence
- Sexual concerns related to trauma
- Rebuilding intimacy after infidelity or relationship conflict
- Sexual identity or orientation concerns
- Shame, guilt, or negative beliefs about sexuality
- Compulsive or unwanted sexual behaviors
- The impact of stress, depression, anxiety, or medication on intimacy
- Adjusting to changes in physical or emotional health
Some sexual concerns may also have a medical cause. When appropriate, your therapist may encourage coordination with a physician or other healthcare provider.
Therapy for Individuals
Individuals may seek therapy to better understand their sexual health, address anxiety or discomfort, improve self-confidence, or work through past experiences that affect intimacy.
Therapy may focus on:
- Understanding thoughts, feelings, and beliefs about sexuality
- Reducing shame or anxiety
- Improving body confidence
- Developing healthy boundaries
- Exploring personal values and relationship needs
- Addressing trauma-related concerns
- Improving emotional and physical connection
You do not need to be in a relationship to benefit from Sexual Health & Intimacy Therapy.
Therapy for Couples
Couples may seek therapy when sexual or intimacy concerns are creating distance, frustration, misunderstanding, or conflict.
Therapy can help couples:
- Communicate more openly and respectfully
- Understand differences in desire or expectations
- Rebuild emotional and physical closeness
- Address resentment or avoidance
- Strengthen trust
- Develop healthier ways to express needs and boundaries
- Adjust to changes in health, parenting, aging, or life circumstances
The goal is not to define what a relationship should look like. Instead, therapy helps couples identify what feels healthy, respectful, and meaningful for them.
A Private and Respectful Approach
Talking about sexual health can feel uncomfortable or vulnerable. Our therapists provide a confidential, compassionate, and inclusive environment where patients can discuss concerns without judgment.
Therapy is guided by your comfort level. You will never be pressured to discuss details before you are ready.
Our providers respect each patient’s personal values, cultural background, identity, beliefs, relationships, and goals.
Sexual Health Therapy and Medical Care
Sexual Health & Intimacy Therapy focuses on the emotional, behavioral, and relationship aspects of sexual wellness. It does not replace medical evaluation or treatment.
Certain concerns may be influenced by:
- Hormonal changes
- Chronic medical conditions
- Pain
- Medication side effects
- Pregnancy or childbirth
- Menopause
- Neurological conditions
- Sleep problems
- Substance use
When appropriate, your therapist may recommend that you speak with your primary care provider, gynecologist, urologist, psychiatrist, or another medical professional.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sexual Health & Intimacy Therapy only for couples?
No. Individuals and couples may both benefit from therapy. You may seek support whether you are single, dating, married, partnered, separated, or navigating a relationship transition.
Do both partners have to attend?
Not always. Some people attend individually, while others participate with a partner. Your therapist can help determine the most appropriate approach based on your concerns and goals.
Does therapy involve physical contact?
No. Sexual Health & Intimacy Therapy is talk-based psychotherapy. It does not involve physical contact, sexual activity, demonstrations, or medical examinations.
Can therapy help when partners have different levels of desire?
Yes. Differences in sexual desire are common and can create frustration or disconnection. Therapy can help partners communicate more effectively, understand each other’s experiences, and develop realistic expectations.
Can therapy address concerns related to trauma?
Yes. Some therapists have specialized training in trauma-informed care and can help patients address the ways past experiences may affect trust, safety, intimacy, and relationships.
Is this service confidential?
Yes. Therapy is confidential within the limits required by law and professional ethics. Your therapist will explain confidentiality and its exceptions at the beginning of treatment.
Ready to Get Started?
Sexual health and intimacy concerns are common, and you do not have to navigate them alone.
Indiana Health Group offers compassionate, confidential therapy for individuals and couples seeking support with sexual wellness, intimacy, communication, and relationship concerns.
Our providers offer in-person appointments in Carmel and secure telehealth appointments throughout Indiana when appropriate.