Desire Discrepancy Therapist

Bridge the Gap. Reignite Connection. Honor Both of Your Needs.

In sex therapy, we will explore:

    •    Understanding the psychological roots of desire

    •    Distinguishing between responsive vs. spontaneous desire

    •    Addressing shame, anxiety, or pressure around sex

    •    Rebuilding intimacy after conflict, trauma, or avoidance

    •    Navigating rejection without resentment

    •    Expanding your definition of connection and pleasure

    •    Improving communication about sex and emotions

    •    Creating a sex life that reflects both partners’ value

It’s common—and completely normal—for couples to experience mismatched sexual desire. One partner may crave more intimacy, while the other feels overwhelmed, disinterested, or disconnected. Over time, this “desire gap” can create tension, frustration, hurt feelings, or even shame. But it doesn’t mean your relationship is broken—it means your desire styles need care, curiosity, and communication.

As a licensed psychotherapist and former medical doctor, I help couples navigate desire discrepancy with compassion and clarity. Instead of assigning blame, we explore what’s underneath the difference in libido—and how to create a more satisfying, emotionally connected sexual relationship for both partners.

Desire is fluid, complex, and deeply personal. Therapy can help you meet each other in the middle—not with compromise, but with connection.

Let’s help you move from feeling mismatched to feeling understood, desired, and emotionally safe—together.

I provide therapy in Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Venice, Marina Del Rey, Culver City, Mar Vista, Playa Del Rey, West Los Angeles, Pacific Palisades, Palms, and Santa Monica.