Relationships, Trauma, and Sex Therapist in Minneapolis, MN
Sex therapy, with compassion and humanity.
Opening the lines of communication for couples. Creating a safe space for individuals to explore their sexuality and accept themselves fully.
Real talk about sex and relationships, zero judgment.
Understanding, accountable care that improves communication and builds connection
Sex can feel taboo and uncomfortable, but when we talk about it in an open, respectful way, we make it feel less overwhelming. In therapy, we make hard topics accessible, create pathways so communication can happen, and hold space for you to explore your sexuality.
Think of this as your safe place to navigate your sexuality and share candidly about your relationships– even if you aren’t used to talking about sex. Individually or together with your partner, we’ll explore the dynamics of your relationship, identify patterns, and make real, lasting progress.
When you show up willing to change and open to doing the work, you’ll begin to see things shift. After meeting with us, you’ll feel seen and understood– and on your way to healing.
In-person and virtual appointments available in Golden Valley, MN.
Some of the issues we help with…
Communication issues with your partner
Sexual pain and trauma
Unmet emotional needs
A disconnect in sexual desire between you and your partner
Lack of physical or emotional intimacy in a relationship
Sex-related anxiety
Shame around sexuality
Changing relationship structures (separation, divorce, open relationships)
Embracing BDSM and kinky relationships
Approachable therapy that removes the shame and helps you heal.
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Anne Bauers
Sexual issues can leave us feeling ashamed and disconnected. Through therapy, I help you identify what keeps you replaying old patterns and behaviors so you can create real change in your life, whether you’re experiencing different levels of desire in your relationship, navigating infidelity, or struggling to address past trauma.
BMFT and BBHT | AAMFT Approved Supervisor
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Joanna Diem
Sex, love, and relationships aren’t always easy to open up about, but having honest conversations about the hard stuff makes a big difference. In therapy, I help couples or individuals coping with chemical addictions, anxiety, grief, and intimate relationships.
BMFT and BBHT | AAMFT Approved Supervisor
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Cara Mielke
Sexual functioning and pain during sex are more common than you may think. Together in therapy, we debunk myths we’ve learned about bodies and relationships and normalize what you’re going through so you can create change in your life.
Minnesota BMFT Approved supervisor and AAMFT Supervisor in training
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Olivia Schwendinger
For individuals and couples feeling stuck, anxious, disconnected, and frustrated, I use empowering, somatic approaches to help you make changes in your life. I work with individuals and couples experiencing issues related to traditional gender roles, grief and loss, sex and desire, and self image.
Prepare/Enrich Facilitator | Specialty in Grief
All of our therapists are fully licensed and ready to create a safe environment to make the progress you’re looking for.
Our specialties
Sex Therapy for Couples and Individuals
In sex therapy, we focus on struggles like lack of sexual intimacy, sexual functioning, and infidelity. You may come in facing challenges, but when both partners are committed to therapy, change is possible. We’re also experienced in non-traditional relationships, including exploration of BDSM, kinks, and ethical nonmonogamy.
Couples and Relationship Therapy
Whether you’re having the same fight, missing sexual intimacy, or not having your emotional needs met, couples therapy can help. We work with you to shift negative patterns within your relationships and address issues between you and your partner. We listen and exercise compassion through every conversation, but don’t shy away from identifying troublesome dynamics and creating a culture of accountability.
Trauma Processing Therapy
Trauma can feel like a big, scary word, but it’s really any event or situation that is so overwhelming, you’re unable to process it. With the support of trauma therapy, including EMDR, we work with you to unlock the part of you that feels stuck so you can begin to heal. Focuses can include sexual trauma, sexual assault, chaotic and unsafe childhood, and medical trauma.
Alternative Relationship Structures
We live in a culture that prioritizes one type of relationship when other choices are available to us. We support couples who want to (or already are) exploring an alternative path. In therapy, we can work together on exploring sexual orientation, gender identity, opening up a monogamous relationship, or navigating separation or divorce.
This is your safe space to open up about sex and love– without shame.
Take your first step by requesting a free 15-minute consultation.