Sex therapy within relationship therapy: what can you expect?

Sex and intimacy are an important part of the relationship for most couples. Yet it's often the most difficult topic to talk about, even in therapy. At Praktijk de Liefde, sexuality is a natural part of the conversation.

When sex therapy can help

Many couples recognize themselves in one or more of these situations: one partner has more or less need for sex. Sex feels mechanical or like an obligation. After a significant event (childbirth, infidelity, illness), intimacy has disappeared. There are specific sexual complaints such as pain, erectile problems, or difficulty reaching orgasm. You don't talk (anymore) about what you want and need.

What it looks like in practice

Sex therapy at Praktijk de Liefde is not a separate treatment, but interwoven with relationship therapy. This is intentional: sexual problems rarely stand alone. They are connected to how you communicate, how safe you feel with each other, and what patterns are at play in the relationship.

In the sessions, you openly discuss what's happening around sex and intimacy. You explore the emotional layer beneath the sexual problem. You learn to talk about desires and boundaries again. And you receive concrete exercises and tools to take home.

Our therapists

The therapists at Praktijk de Liefde are trained to address sexual topics in a way that feels safe and respectful. They work from the same systemic and EFT methodology that we use in all our programs.

Common concerns

"Do I have to share everything?"

No. You set the pace yourself. The therapist will not force the subject but will provide the space for it.

"Do we have to come together?"

For sex therapy, you come together in principle. Sometimes an individual session can be useful as a supplement.

"Isn't it embarrassing?"

It's normal to feel nervous. Our therapists are used to talking about intimacy and create a safe setting. Most couples report that it already feels less tense after the first session.

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