Struggling with intimacy, desire, or sexual concerns?
Dr. Ronda Porter offers expert, compassionate sex therapy in Plant City.
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Diminished desire addressed through targeted counseling.
Difficulty with erections explored and treated therapeutically.
Inability to climax improved with techniques and guidance.
Discomfort during sex relieved with treatment and interventions.
Compulsive behaviors managed by establishing healthy boundaries.
Identity distress supported through affirming counseling.
Healing from unwanted experiences via trauma-informed care.
Exploring attraction in a nonjudgmental, affirming environment.
Phone consult to understand your needs.
Tailored sessions focused on your unique goals.
Weekly or bi-weekly in-person or telehealth sessions.
Regular check-ins to celebrate gains & adjust approach.
If you’re living in Plant City and experience ongoing intimacy or sexual concerns, early therapy can improve your well-being and relationships.
Recognizing these signs is the first step toward confidential, expert care.
Persistent Low Desire
A lasting drop in sexual interest that strains your relationship, sign you may need sex therapy.
Difficulty with Arousal or Erectile Issues
Trouble becoming or staying aroused (e.g., erectile dysfunction) affecting intimacy, addressable through therapy.
Challenges Reaching Orgasm
Repeated inability to climax causing frustration or shame, sex therapy offers techniques to enhance arousal and communication.
Painful Intercourse
Discomfort or pain during sex creating avoidance or distress, therapy can guide trauma-informed and mind-body strategies.
Compulsive Sexual Behaviors or Porn Addiction
Uncontrolled use of pornography or sexual activities harming daily life or relationships, therapy helps establish healthy boundaries.
Distress Around Gender or Orientation
Confusion or distress about gender identity or sexual orientation impacting self-esteem, affirming counseling can provide clarity and support.
Aftereffects of Sexual Trauma
Ongoing fear, avoidance, or distrust stemming from past abuse, trauma-informed therapy fosters healing and safety.
Relationship Strain Due to Sexual Issues
Frequent conflict, withdrawal, or emotional distance tied to sexual concerns, sex therapy can rebuild connection.
Sex therapy is a specialized form of counseling that addresses sexual concerns—like low libido, pain during intercourse, or orgasm difficulties—through targeted techniques, communication exercises, and emotional support to improve your sexual health and intimacy.
Yes, Dr. Porter provides secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for sex therapy, allowing you to receive private support from home or wherever you feel most comfortable.
Most clients notice improvements within 6–8 sessions, though individual progress varies based on the issue (e.g., trauma, addiction, or performance concerns) and commitment to recommended exercises.
Coverage depends on your insurance plan—many cover mental health services but may not specifically list “sex therapy.” Dr. Porter can provide a Superbill so you can submit claims directly to your provider.
Call today for a free phone consultation!
Dr. Ronda Porter, a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, provides evidence-based mental-health, relationship, and sex therapy for individuals and couples. Sessions are offered in-office in Riverview or via secure telehealth across Tampa Bay.