WHAT WE DO

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  • At Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, we work with people facing a wide range of concerns, including:

    • Communication breakdowns and frequent conflict

    • Disconnection, resentment, or emotional distance

    • Mismatched libido or lack of sexual desire

    • Sexual difficulties, including pain, performance anxiety, or past trauma

    • Gender identity exploration and support

    • Cultural or religious factors impacting intimacy or relationship roles

    • Infidelity, betrayal, or breaches of trust

    • Parenting, postpartum changes, or caregiving stress

    • Navigating open, polyamorous, or non-traditional relationships

    • Premarital counseling and relationship readiness

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  • Couples therapy offers a supportive, neutral space where you and your partner can slow down, listen to each other, and work through the patterns that are keeping you stuck.

    Through Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, you’ll learn how to:

    • Communicate more effectively

    • Navigate conflict without escalation

    • Rebuild emotional intimacy and trust

    • Understand each other’s needs and perspectives

    • Heal from betrayal or past hurts

    • Reignite passion and connection

    • Align around values, goals, and shared vision

    We use evidence-based approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, and attachment-based models to support couples of all backgrounds, genders, and relationship styles.

    Whether you're in crisis or simply want to strengthen a good relationship, couples therapy can help you reconnect—not just as partners, but as people.

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  • Sex is personal, vulnerable, and deeply tied to our sense of self. When something feels off—physically, emotionally, or relationally—it can affect your confidence, your relationships, and your well-being.

    Our certified sex therapists at Newton Couples and Sex Therapy provide a safe, supportive environment where you can talk openly about sexual concerns, free from shame or judgment.

    We help individuals and couples with:

    • Low desire or mismatched libido

    • Sexual compulsivity or addiction issues

    • Sexual pain (vaginismus, dyspareunia, etc.) or erectile issues

    • Performance anxiety or lack of arousal

    • Orgasm difficulties

    • Reclaiming sexuality after trauma

    • Changes in sexuality due to aging, menopause, or medical issues

    • Gender identity and sexual orientation exploration

    • Shame, guilt, or cultural/religious barriers around sexuality

    • Navigating kink, BDSM, or consensual non-monogamy

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  • Sometimes, the most important relationship to heal is the one you have with yourself. We offer individual therapy for adults seeking support around emotional health, sexual well-being, trauma recovery, and personal identity.

    Clients often come to us for help with:

    • Anxiety, depression, or burnout

    • Self-esteem and body image

    • Navigating gender or sexual identity

    • Relationship challenges

    • Cultural identity and intergenerational dynamics

    • Recovering from sexual or relational trauma

    • Managing transitions like divorce, loss, or career change

    Our therapists offer a warm, affirming space where all parts of you are welcome.

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  • At Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, we understand the deep pain and complexity of recovering from an affair. Our compassionate and nonjudgmental approach helps couples navigate this difficult time. Here's how we support affair recovery:

    • Healing for Both Partners: Whether you’re the betrayed or the one who made the mistake, we offer a safe space for both partners to process emotions without judgment.

    • Rebuilding Trust: We help couples explore ways to rebuild trust through transparency, accountability, and consistent communication.

    • Exploring Underlying Issues: We guide you in uncovering the deeper issues that may have contributed to the affair, such as unmet emotional needs or relationship patterns.

    • Fostering Intimacy: Our therapy focuses on restoring emotional and physical intimacy, helping couples reconnect in a meaningful way.

    • Healthy Communication: We provide tools to improve communication, rebuild connection, and navigate difficult conversations with care.

    • Deciding the Path Forward: We help couples assess whether they want to continue their relationship, and if so, how to move forward stronger and more resilient.

    With the right guidance, affair recovery can lead to personal growth, a deeper connection, and a healthier relationship moving forward.

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  • At Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, we believe that comprehensive sex education is an essential part of fostering healthy, respectful, and fulfilling sexual relationships. Our approach integrates evidence-based information to help clients understand and improve their sexual health. Here’s how we provide sex education in a therapeutic setting:

    • Understanding STDs and Sexual Health: We educate clients on the prevention, transmission, and symptoms of sexually transmitted infections (STDs), offering guidance on safe sexual practices and regular testing.

    • Contraception and Family Planning: We provide information on various contraceptive options, including hormonal methods, barrier methods, and long-term solutions, and discuss how to choose the right option based on individual needs and health.

    • Informed Consent: We emphasize the importance of informed consent, teaching clients how to establish clear, enthusiastic consent in every sexual interaction and address any concerns about coercion or pressure.

    • Sexual Communication: We focus on teaching effective communication techniques for discussing sexual desires, boundaries, and preferences, allowing partners to express needs openly and respectfully.

    • Body Autonomy and Boundaries: Clients learn how to maintain and respect physical boundaries, including how to recognize and address uncomfortable situations and promote mutual respect in all sexual interactions.

    • Sexual Function and Pleasure: We help clients better understand sexual function, arousal, and pleasure, exploring any concerns related to libido, orgasm, and satisfaction in a safe, supportive environment.

    • Sexual Identity and Exploration: We support clients in exploring and understanding their sexual identity, orientation, and preferences, helping them embrace their authentic selves in intimate relationships.

    By integrating these key clinical topics into our therapy, we empower clients with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed choices about their sexual health and relationships, promoting long-term well-being and satisfaction.

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  • At Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, we are dedicated to providing gender-affirming care that supports clients in exploring, understanding, and expressing their authentic gender identity. We offer a safe and inclusive space where individuals can receive compassionate, tailored support to navigate the complexities of gender and sexuality. Here's how we work with gender-affirming care:

    • Gender Identity Exploration: We support clients in exploring their gender identity, helping them navigate questions around gender expression, pronouns, and how they wish to express their authentic selves in intimate relationships.

    • Sexual Function and Expression: We address the unique challenges transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals may face regarding sexual function and pleasure, providing guidance on how to embrace and express their sexuality in alignment with their gender identity.

    • Transition Support: Whether clients are undergoing or considering gender-affirming medical treatments (e.g., hormone replacement therapy, surgeries), we provide emotional support and strategies to manage the psychological and relational impacts of transitioning.

    • Intimacy and Relationships: We work with individuals and couples to navigate intimacy, communication, and sexual connection, especially as gender and sexual identity evolve. This includes supporting partners in understanding and respecting gender changes within the relationship.

    • Body Image and Gender Dysphoria: We assist clients in managing body image concerns and gender dysphoria, helping them feel more comfortable and empowered in their bodies through therapeutic strategies and self-compassion.

    • Navigating Social and Cultural Challenges: We support clients in coping with societal and cultural pressures or discrimination they may encounter as they navigate their gender identity, focusing on resilience and self-advocacy.

    • Inclusive Communication: We ensure all communication—whether about sexual desires, boundaries, or experiences—is affirming, respectful, and inclusive, validating each client’s identity and fostering a positive therapeutic relationship.

    • Sexual Health Education: We provide inclusive, accurate sexual health education tailored to the needs of gender-diverse individuals, including information on sexual function, reproductive health, and safe sex practices.

    Our goal is to empower clients in their gender journey, fostering a healthy, positive relationship with their sexuality and identity in a supportive, understanding environment.

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  • At Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, we understand that aging can bring changes to sexual health, function, and intimacy. Our therapy services for aging individuals and couples focus on navigating these changes with compassion, knowledge, and practical strategies to maintain fulfilling sexual relationships. Here’s how we address aging in the context of sex therapy:

    • Sexual Function and Health: We address age-related changes in sexual function, such as changes in libido, arousal, and erectile function, offering tools to maintain or improve sexual health and pleasure.

    • Menopause and Sexuality: We provide support and education around the physical and emotional changes of menopause, including addressing vaginal dryness, hormonal shifts, and how these affect desire and intimacy.

    • Erectile Dysfunction (ED) and Aging: We work with individuals and couples to address erectile dysfunction, exploring both medical and emotional factors that may contribute, and offer strategies for enhancing sexual satisfaction.

    • Body Image and Sexual Confidence: We help clients navigate shifts in body image as they age, promoting positive body awareness and helping clients feel confident in their physical selves during intimacy.

    • Communication and Intimacy: We focus on improving communication between partners to express evolving needs, desires, and boundaries, fostering deep emotional and physical connection in later life.

    • Chronic Illness and Disability: For clients dealing with chronic conditions or disabilities related to aging, we offer adaptive strategies and solutions to ensure ongoing sexual expression and satisfaction.

    • Sexual Health Education: We provide up-to-date information on sexual health and wellness specific to older adults, including topics such as safer sex practices, contraception for older adults, and sexual rights at any age.

    Our goal is to ensure that aging individuals and couples can continue to enjoy healthy, fulfilling sexual lives by addressing the unique challenges and opportunities that come with aging.

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  • At Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, we are committed to providing inclusive, respectful care for individuals and couples with disabilities. We understand that disability can impact sexual expression, intimacy, and overall sexual health, and we take a trauma-informed, accessible approach to therapy. Here’s how we integrate disability awareness into our sex therapy practice:

    • Sexual Health and Accessibility: We provide accessible resources and information on how physical disabilities may affect sexual function, offering solutions to ensure a fulfilling and comfortable sexual experience.

    • Adapting Intimacy and Communication: We support clients in adapting sexual activities to their physical abilities and preferences, emphasizing open communication with partners about needs, comfort, and desires.

    • Assistive Devices and Techniques: We discuss the use of assistive devices, adaptive techniques, and mobility aids that can enhance intimacy and sexual pleasure, ensuring each client’s unique needs are met.

    • Psychological and Emotional Support: We address the emotional and psychological aspects of disability and sexuality, helping clients navigate issues like body image, self-esteem, and the impact of disability on relationships.

    • Inclusive Language and Respect: We emphasize the use of inclusive, respectful language that affirms the dignity and autonomy of clients with disabilities, ensuring that therapy remains a safe and validating space.

    • Sexual Rights and Advocacy: We help clients understand their sexual rights and empower them to advocate for themselves in relationships and healthcare, promoting self-advocacy and agency in sexual matters.

    Our goal is to ensure that individuals with disabilities feel empowered to explore and express their sexuality in a way that’s affirming, fulfilling, and accessible.

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  • At Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, we approach sexual trauma recovery with deep sensitivity, respect, and evidence-based techniques. Our therapy is grounded in creating a safe, supportive space where clients can begin to heal from the emotional and physical impacts of trauma. Here's how we work with sexual trauma in a clinical context:

    • Trauma-Informed Therapy: We provide a trauma-informed approach that respects your pace and helps you feel safe in addressing the emotional, physical, and relational aspects of your experience.

    • Rebuilding Trust: We help individuals and couples rebuild trust—both within themselves and in their relationships—focusing on understanding triggers, boundaries, and safety.

    • Empowering Through Communication: We teach clients how to communicate their boundaries, desires, and emotional needs effectively with partners, helping to rebuild intimacy and connection.

    • Somatic Therapy Techniques: We incorporate somatic therapy methods to help clients reconnect with their bodies in a healthy, empowering way, addressing the physical aspects of trauma.

    • Healing from Shame and Guilt: We work to dismantle feelings of shame, guilt, and self-blame often associated with sexual trauma, empowering clients to reclaim their sense of self-worth and sexual agency.

    • Sexual Reclamation and Exploration: We support clients in reclaiming their sexuality and pleasure at their own pace, exploring new ways to experience intimacy and trust without fear.

    • Coping Strategies for Triggers: We help clients develop tools to manage triggers, anxiety, and emotional responses that may arise in sexual situations, empowering them to navigate relationships with confidence.

    • Partner Support and Education: For couples, we provide guidance on how to support a partner who has experienced sexual trauma, fostering empathy and mutual understanding during the healing process.

    Our goal is to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where healing from sexual trauma can unfold in a healthy, empowering way, restoring trust, intimacy, and sexual well-being.

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  • At Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, we provide informed, compassionate support for individuals and partners navigating ethical non-monogamy (ENM)—including open relationships, polyamory, and other consensual non-traditional structures. Whether you’re exploring ENM for the first time or refining an existing relationship dynamic, we offer a nonjudgmental, affirming space for connection and clarity.

    We can help you:

    • Explore whether ethical non-monogamy aligns with your values and needs

    • Strengthen communication around boundaries, agreements, and expectations

    • Navigate complex emotions like jealousy or insecurity

    • Rebuild trust after boundary ruptures or misunderstandings

    • Support “monogamish” or mixed-structure relationships

    • Address stigma, identity concerns, or cultural/family pressures

    • Create relationship agreements that feel safe, clear, and sustainable

    Our approach is inclusive, trauma-informed, and LGBTQIA+ affirming—centered on your unique relationship values, not one-size-fits-all norms.

  • At Newton Couples and Sex Therapy, we provide respectful, non-shaming therapy for individuals and partners impacted by sexual compulsivity, out-of-control sexual behavior, or sex addiction. We recognize that these struggles are often linked to deeper emotional pain, trauma, or unmet relational needs—and that healing involves more than just stopping a behavior. Our work is grounded in compassion, accountability, and emotional insight.

    We help clients:

    • Identify underlying emotional, relational, or trauma-based triggers

    • Understand the difference between healthy sexual expression and compulsive patterns

    • Rebuild trust and communication in relationships affected by compulsivity

    • Develop tools for emotional regulation and impulse control

    • Navigate feelings of guilt, secrecy, or shame with empathy and support

    • Create long-term strategies for healing, connection, and healthy intimacy

    Whether you're beginning to question a pattern or have been struggling for years, we provide a safe, supportive space to explore, understand, and move forward—with care and without judgment.

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