Sex Therapist Columbia, SC
Looking for a sex therapist in Columbia, SC? Our team offers specialized therapy to support a happy, healthy sex life. Sex therapy is effective for individuals struggling with sexual intimacy and sexual dysfunctions to help improve sexual pleasure.
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Good sexual connection and a strong emotional bond are important for lasting, fulfilling relationships. Our goal is to help clients improve relationship and sexual satisfaction with individualized treatment plans using evidence-based research and our experience. We recognize that struggles with desire, intimacy, or connection are often understandable responses to life experiences and relational history, and therapy provides a non-judgmental space to explore these concerns.
About Atlanta Therapeutic Collective
Atlanta Therapeutic Collective (fondly known as ATC) has a clear mission to provide quality sex therapy services while also serving as a training site for students training in sex, relationship, and family therapy. Our team includes licensed professional counselors (LPCs), licensed counselors, licensed marriage therapists, and licensed social workers all dedicated to helping clients.
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ATC was founded in 2019 by Courtney Geter, LMFTS, CSTS, a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified sex therapist, and experienced counselor. Our providers hold advanced degrees from universities and participate in ongoing professional development to ensure the highest standards of care. We are located in Decatur, GA and provide virtual sessions to patients in Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, and Florida.
Our therapists utilize techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory, and EMDR—different types of sex therapy approaches—to navigate concerns.
Specialized Therapy to Create a Happy, Healthy Sex Life
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AASECT Certified Sex Therapists
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EMDR Trained Sex Therapists for Trauma
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Certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapists
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Certified Geek Therapists for Autistic Clients
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Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisors, and Licensed Counselors—credentialed professionals meeting high standards
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Therapists with advanced degrees from universities and ongoing specialized training
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Services available for adolescents as well as adults
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LGBTQIA, Ethical Non-monogamy, and Kink Affirming, with LGBTQ-affirming therapy provided using trauma-informed approaches
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Low-cost therapy options, sliding scale fees, and community-based low-cost therapy programs for accessibility
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Services available in West Columbia, SC
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Appointments available seven days a week
3 Ways Sex Therapy Can Help
Sex therapy can help individuals and couples address difficulties and sexual problems, which are normal and common experiences. Therapy encourages healing for a better future by creating a non-judgmental space for clients to talk openly about concerns related to sexuality, intimacy, and relationships.
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Therapists use thoughtful and compassionate approaches to help clients gain control over sexual difficulties, improve communication, and become more mindful in their relationships and sexual experiences.
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Intimacy can often feel confusing or burdened by shame. Therapy fosters wonder and curiosity about one's place in the world and personal identity, supporting clients as they explore and understand themselves.
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At Atlanta Therapeutic Collective, therapy is inclusive and affirming, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals seeking affirming mental health care, and uses trauma-informed approaches to ensure every person feels respected and supported.
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Improve Sexual Satisfaction
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Reduce Anxiety
Stress and anxiety are the number one factors of sexual issues and dissatisfaction, and sex therapy will teach various techniques to manage them. Sex therapy helps clients gain control over anxiety and sexual experiences, empowering them to address challenges like sexual anxiety and erectile dysfunction.
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Sex therapy teaches the client to understand how stress triggers the fight or flight mode of the nervous system and the impact on sexual functioning. Being present in the moment is also emphasized, as mindful engagement can enhance sexual satisfaction and emotional awareness.
Improved communication is a key outcome of therapy, helping clients and their partners resolve conflicts and better manage anxiety and sexual issues. Sex therapy can also teach skills to manage anxiety so it no longer impacts sexual experience or functioning, ultimately helping clients to heal .
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Improve Intimacy Issues
Intimacy issues are often a source or part of sexual and relationship dissatisfaction. Many people forget that intimacy is a key part of sex and relationship satisfaction. Therapy can help couples or partners better communicate both emotional and sexual needs in order to improve overall intimacy issues and strengthen their sex life.
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A sex therapist can create a safe environment and non-judgmental space where partners feel comfortable to talk openly about their intimacy concerns. Compassion and improved communication are central to resolving intimacy issues, helping partners foster understanding and acceptance. Through therapy, couples can create stronger emotional bonds and deepen their intimacy.
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Reduce Sexual Issues
Sex therapy has been shown to reduce or eliminate sexual issues including sexual pain disorders, erectile dysfunction, sexual desire differences, and much more. Sexual difficulties and sexual problems are normal and can be addressed through therapy in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Therapy supports healing from these difficulties by helping clients learn about their concerns and find techniques to try at home with or without partners to improve sexual satisfaction and experiences.
How to get started
Finding the right therapist can be tedious and time consuming. To alleviate this stress, ATC offers a new client intake session and overview of our services where you meet with an intake therapist who will discover your needs for therapy and suggest providers that meet your preferred criteria or preferences.
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If you are ready to seek support and begin your therapy journey, we encourage you to reach out. To schedule your new client intake session, simply call or email us, and one of our dedicated admin team members will get back to you within 12-24 business hours, showing their ability to assist you promptly.
How we stand out
Your time is important and we want to ensure your start to therapy is as stress free as possible, creating a positive experience from the beginning. Our thoughtful approach to client care means we carefully consider your unique needs and provide a respectful, attentive environment.
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Here are ways we aim to improve your experience and expectations:
Dedicated Admin Team
We have a dedicated admin team checking emails and phone between 9am- 5pm Monday to Friday. Our admin team is trained to help schedule appointments, answer general questions, and provide billing information.
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​Our admin team can be reached by phone, email, or text...whichever works best for you! Our phone number is 404-850-9495 and our email is info@atlantatherapeuticcollective.com
New Client Intake Sessions
Not sure which therapist is a best fit for addressing your specific concerns? Not sure if sex therapy is what you need? At ATC, we created a process to streamline starting therapy with us.
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Our new patient intake session is a 25 minute virtual session where you meet with a trained intake therapist who will review all paper work, answer questions about the practice, gather information to get your sessions started, and discuss provider who will be a fit for you.
Collaborative Team Approach
ATC has more than one sex therapy provider licensed in South Carolina allowing us to focus on diverse patient needs . Therefore, we can offer a collaborative team approach for individual, relationship, and/or family therapy services.
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With your written permission, our team can consult on your cases to ensure you are receiving the best care and treatment without wires getting crossed, mixed messages being sent, or weeks going by before your solo practice providers can consult with each other.
Now, let's explore why our sex therapy services are uniquely suited for clients in Columbia, South Carolina.
Why choose us for sex therapy in Columbia, South Carolina
Certified Sex Therapist
Fact: Qualified sex therapists must be licensed mental health professionals with advanced training in human sexuality.
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Many of our providers are certified sex therapists, or working on certification, through The American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists which is a rigorous program involving additional education in sex therapy and sexuality as well as supervision from a certified supervisor.
Trauma, Affair Recovery, and Sex Therapy
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Trauma related to sexual experience, sexuality, and sexual identity is, unfortunately, a common experience for many. Therefore, our therapists have additional training in specific trauma modalities including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Sex Therapy, and Attachment Theory.
Sex Therapy for Neurodivergent including ADHD and Autism
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ATC has therapists who are not only certified or trained to work specifically with neurodivergent clients, but these therapists also have lived experienced with being neuro-spicy and maintain healthy and satisfying emotional and sexual relationships! They love helping others on the nuerodivergent spectrum learn about healthy sexual relationships and navigate the unique challenges of being in a mixed neurotyipcal and neurodivergent relationships.
LGBTQIA, Ethical Non-Monogamy, and Kink Affirming Sex Therapy
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All providers with ATC are affirming or have lived experience in the LGBTQIA, ethical non-monogamy, and/or kink communities. Whether you are looking to open your relationship or are experiencing anxiety with an open relationship, explore new kinks or spice up your sex life, our providers specialize in working with with such diverse clientele. Our providers are able to guide individuals, partners, and chosen families to learn tools to communicate about needs and techniques to improve relationship satisfaction without adding further shame around your chosen and preferred lifestyle.
Sexuality and Family Therapy
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Sex therapy isn't just for couples or individuals. Families can also experience challenges related to sexual development, sexual identity and gender dysphoria or transitions. We treat families where a spouse or partner is going through transition as well as families where children are exploring their sexuality and gender. Our goal is to provide a compassionate space where all family members can learn how to support each other with acceptance during these times of change.
FAQs about working with a sex therapist
Still curious about sex therapy and if it’s right for you? If you are interested in exploring how a sex therapist in Columbia, SC can help, we encourage you to seek support and begin your journey toward improved intimacy and well-being.
Call or email us at 404-854-9495 or info@atlantatherapeuticcollective.com to schedule an appointment and get connected with one of our South Carolina providers!