
Sex Therapy in Brooklyn, New York
You are one step closer to relief and fulfillment in your sexual life. Maybe you’re here because…
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You're feeling anxious about sex.
You want to have a fulfilling sex life but anxiety is getting in the way. You get stuck in your head, spiral into a place of self doubt & shame, and this leaves you frozen. Your body isn’t doing what you want it to do (i.e. erectile dysfunction or lack of orgasm), you don’t feel present during sex, and sex isn’t feeling satisfying. Your partner feels rejected and you feel incapable of fulfilling them. You’re afraid that if you don’t figure out how to feel more at ease with sex, your relationship will continue to suffer. You’ve tried to address this, but can’t seem to figure it out on your own.
There is a path forward that will bring you relief. There is so much hope! We’re here to help you understand why your anxiety is there, unlearn your anxiety cycle, and learn tangible ways to feel more at ease and confident with your sexuality.
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Sex isn't working in your relationship.
You and your partner have a loving relationship but there’s one part of it that isn’t working: sex. Maybe you’re stuck in a pattern where one of you is initiating all the time and feeling rejected & the other is feeling guilt and shame for having lower desire. Maybe one of you is experiencing sexual pain and you can’t sexually connect in a way that feels good for both of you. Or maybe you stopped having sex a long time ago and you’re longing to get this part of your relationship back. You’ve started to give up on ever having the sex life you both want and you’re afraid this will tear apart your relationship.
It’s possible to have a better sexual relationship. We’ll help you understand why you’re not aligning sexually, learn how to communicate about sex in a more connecting way, and incorporate exercises that will help you access more pleasure together.

Other sex therapy concerns I can help you with:
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Sexual trauma
Sexual pain or discomfort
Sexual identity exploration
Inability to orgasm
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Kink/BDSM dynamics
Sex & neurodivergence
Sexual shame
Dissatisfying sex
You can have a positive & pleasurable sex life.
You can feel at ease with your sexuality.
Your new sex therapist is here to help!
What is sex therapy?
Sex therapy is talk therapy that is centered around sexual concerns.
We may discuss your sexual history, sex education you received throughout your life, significant experiences related to your sexual body, your sexual identity, sociocultural factors that impact your sexuality, your feelings around sex, the cycle around sex in your relationship, and your sexual wants & needs.
Your therapist will help you understand your sexual self, identify your sexual values, and develop the tools for accessing the sexual life you want.
They may offer you sex positive & evidence based sex education, emotional support, homework such as touch exercises you’ll do between sessions, practical tools for improving sexual communication, and resources.
Sex therapy isn’t just about sex!
While sexuality may be the focus of our work and your goals, sex therapy involves attending to all the parts of your life.
Your emotional experience, your identities, your relationship dynamics, your physiological experience, and your context are all interconnected with sex.
We will support you with your sexual concerns through a holistic lens.
Meet Your New Therapist
Supervised by Beth Richman, LCSW & Dr. Karlaina Brooke, PsyD & AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
Identities: mixed-race, queer & neurodivergent
Sarah Sumner, LMSW (they/them)
I strive to support you to move beyond understanding the “why” of what got you here, and to embody the changes you want to see.
I love supporting those who want to dive deep to better understand themselves, have more fulfilling relationships and access more pleasure & empowerment.
I’m a trained Internal Family Systems (IFS), Intimacy From the Inside Out (IFIO) and Yoga Therapy provider. I also use techniques from Somatic Experiencing, Non-Violent Communication, liberation-based frameworks, Polyvagal Theory, and the latest neuropsychology research for nervous system regulation and psychoeducation. I received my Master’s of Social Work from Columbia University.
Let’s reclaim your sexual story.
Fees & Insurance for Sex Therapy Services
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Individual therapy: $300 per 50 minute therapy session
Couples therapy: $350 per 50 minute therapy session
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I don’t accept insurance. I’m happy to provide a Superbill if you have out of network reimbursement. You are responsible for determining your out of network benefits.
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You can pay with a credit card, debit card, or HSA card. Your card will be charged following each session.