Sex coaching is a confidential process wherein a client works with a certified sex coach involved in addressing sexual concerns, sexual wellness, and sexual healing. The coach works to motivate clients by setting goals and providing feedback and accountability to clients. When you think of a coach in other settings, like sports, the coach helps to create a relationship where someone can meet their athletic potential and overcome barriers to performance. A sex coach does the same thing, just focused on sexual health, wellness, and pleasure. Sex coaching is a great way to support someone in better figuring out their own sexual interests and desires. A sex coach supports clients in identifying an area of concern (or even just a gap in knowledge) and supports that client to reach their sexual goals. Anyone interested in improving their sexual relationship with themselves and/or others can benefit!
Sex coaching is brief, short-term, and aimed at changing specific behaviors. A coach focuses less on symptoms and more on measurable outcomes and will provide accountability along the way. This makes it accessible and beneficial for clients. It can even be a great addition to someone already in therapy. Sex coaching aims to create lasting change and support long-term enjoyment and pleasure with sex.
Sex coaching is a great option for many concerns that people may experience regarding sex. Common reasons include:
- Mismatched desire (partnered sex)
- Unrealistic expectations
- Basic sex education
- Difficulty reaching orgasm (solo or partnered)
- Lack of pleasure or enjoyment in sex (solo or partnered)
- Fantasy exploration
- Concerns with achieving or maintaining an erection
- Pain during sexual activity
- BDSM or kink interests
- Overall sexual wellness (body image, sexual health)
Sex coaching creates a safe and non-judgmental space where a client (or clients) can broach issues and strategically create change. Sometimes partners have varying expectations that have never been addressed and simply need tools to identify common interests, boundaries, and learn new information to try new things. Some people have struggled to enjoy sex and are ready to better understand their bodies and what works for them sexually. Not all coaching is aimed at addressing something that isn’t working! Some clients seek coaching when they already love sex and are ready to expand their horizons. Coaching is a great place to explore desire and identify tangible practices to incorporate new aspects of sexuality in your one’s life.