Group Therapy
Owning Our Desires: Intimacy Skills for High Desire Partners
Desire discrepancy is the most common issue that shows up in sex therapy which can lead to significant distress for all partners. This group is for high desire partners who may struggle with feelings of shame around their sexual desires, or fear rejection in their relationship. Together, we will develop tools and strategies for connecting more deeply with ourselves, our sexuality, and our partners.
Outline:
Week 1 : What is “High Desire”
Week 2: High Desire and Shame
Week 3: Desire Differences: Us Versus “The Problem”
Week 4: Acknowledging Patterns
Week 5: The Four Horsemen of Disconnection
Week 6: Breaking Cycles
Week 7: Our Selves, Our Pleasure
Week 8: Applying the Tools
Details:
Where: Telehealth (Zoom)
Date & Time: Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm. Starting October 21st. (Skipping Nov. 25th).
Other: Open to Oregon residents ages 18+; Most insurances accepted.
Group Therapists
Dr. Molly Young (they/them) is a licensed psychologist in Oregon and Washington who takes a sex-positive approach to mental and sexual healthcare that is both trauma- and resiliency-informed. Molly has completed over 200 hours of comprehensive advanced training in sex therapy through the Institute for Sexuality Education & Enlightenment. They specialize in sexual concerns, kink/BDSM, nonmonogamy, and relationship concerns.
Noah Lavetter-Keidan, CSWA
Noah Lavetter-Keidan is a Clinical Social Work Associate in Oregon. Noah is a certified sexuality educator through AASECT, and has led workshops on topics such as desire differences in relationships, kink, and asexuality. They believe that sexual health and mental health are deeply connected, and approach both with care, respect, and curiosity. They specialize in anxiety, gender identity, relationship concerns, trauma and stress.
Group therapy can help with…
Learn Coping Strategies
Build Self-Awareness
Increase Confidence
Develop Healthy Boundaries
Grow in a Safe Space
Feel Less Alone
Gain New Perspectives
Improve Communication
Receive Support
Practice Social Skills
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Fill out the “Prospective Patient Form” and we will reach out within 48 hours.
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Your access to services depends on things like whether you prefer in-person or telehealth, your available days and times, your age, your insurance coverage, your concerns, and the type of services you’re looking for. Being flexible can help you get an appointment sooner!
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Intake
Starts with an assessment (50-55 minutes). You will chat about your current situation, your history, and goals. A plan for treatment will be made with your goals and plan for follow up
Follow-up Appointments
Appointments last 30-55 minutes. We'll start by understanding your concerns and work together toward your goals at a pace that feels right for you. As symptoms improve, the frequency will reduce.
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In-Network: AETNA, Cigna, Kaiser, MODA, PacificSource, Providence Health Plans and Regence BCBS.
Self pay available.
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48-Hour Cancellation Policy
$75 Therapy Appointment
$20 Group Appointment
$100 Medication Appointment
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HIPAA secured, telehealth therapy via ZOOM is available for all clients.
In-Person services available at our 4 locations.
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Business hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Office staff are available for scheduling during business hours only.
All providers keep their own schedule with some offering evening or weekend hours.
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No after-hours or crisis support.
If you are in crisis or emergency:
Call 911 or go to the hospital.
Call 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Use Lifeline Chat at www.988lifeline.org.
