Sex Therapy in Saint John & Fredericton

A fulfilling and healthy intimate life is a significant part of overall well-being, yet most people will face at least one sexual concern during their lifetime.

Our sex therapy services are designed to help individuals and couples address various challenges related to sexuality, intimacy, and relationships. Whether you’re experiencing issues with desire, communication, sexual function or navigating life changes affecting your intimate life, our compassionate, non-judgmental therapists provide a safe space to explore these topics openly.

Our work together can help you and your partner find a way to have open, honest communication and work through any concerns or challenges that might be getting in the way of a healthy, fulfilling sex life.

We practice from a pro-sex, pro-pleasure approach through a gender inclusive and trauma informed lens. 

Our passion for sex therapy and helping couples is deeply connected to our mission to remove shame and stigma and to challenge the socially constructed norms placed on us. 

Sex Therapy is done with both individuals and all types of couples. All genders and sexual orientations are welcome.

The goal of sex therapy is to help people move past physical and emotional challenges so they can have a satisfying relationship and a pleasurable sex life - whatever that may look like for you. Sexuality is an important part of the human experience and a vital part of your overall health, and we want to ensure that your pleasure is prioritized.

We offer sex therapy in Saint John, Fredericton and virtually across New Brunswick.

How We Can Help

  • Painful intercourse

  • Difficulties reaching orgasm

  • Sex addiction

  • Vaginismus

  • Kink

  • Reconnecting sexually before, during & after pregnancy

  • Mismatched and low desire

  • Exploring sexual orientation

  • Erectile issues

  • Performance anxiety

  • Ethical non-monogamy

  • Body image and self-esteem

  • Sexual pain

We Can Help With…

Sex therapy can provide valuable support for individuals and couples experiencing challenges related to intimacy, desire or sexual function. By addressing these issues, you gain a deeper understanding of factors affecting your sexual well-being. Therapy offers tools to build confidence, strengthen communication and address any concerns in a safe, non-judgmental environment. With guidance and practical strategies, sex therapy can help you overcome obstacles, foster a healthier relationship with yourself and your partner, and achieve greater satisfaction and connection in your intimate life.

How Sex Therapy Works

In a sex therapy session at Laura Gatien & Associates, you can expect a safe, confidential space to explore your concerns without judgment. Sessions typically start with understanding your personal goals and discussing the challenges you’re facing, whether individually or as a couple. Our therapists use evidence-based techniques to help identify and address areas affecting intimacy, communication or self-image.

The first step in connecting with a sex therapist in Fredericton or Saint John is to fill out this form. Based on your requirements, we’ll match you with someone we feel is best suited to help. 

Counselling sessions can be conducted in-person or virtually, whichever you prefer. Sessions typically run 50 minutes long. How often you attend sessions is discussed collaboratively and is based on your needs and schedule. 

You are always in control of your therapy, working at your own pace, and can choose the frequency and length to best suit your needs. 

How much does sex therapy cost? 

Sessions with a registered social worker (RSW) or licensed counselling therapists (LCT) are $140 for 50 minutes. Sessions with Laura are $160.

Our counselling fees are not covered by Medicare but are covered by many extended health insurance plans.

Our clinic has therapists who are either registered social workers (RSW) or Licensed Counselling Therapists (LCT).

You must check your specific plan for what you have coverage for, as coverage is different for each policy. Verify that your plan covers counselling/therapy with a MSW, RSW or LCT. Your insurance may state you have coverage for clinical counsellor or psychotherapist, which would cover LCT or social worker. 

We also offer direct billing with many different insurance companies, which allows you to keep more money in your pocket. We can direct bill Blue Cross, Veterans Affairs (VAC), Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), Canada Life, Claim Secure, Chamber of Commerce, Work Safe, NIHB, Department of Social Development, and more provided your plan is set up for direct billing. Your are still responsible for any co-pay amounts at the time of service.

Is sex therapy covered by insurance?

About Laura Gatien & Associates

At Laura Gatien & Associates, we take a proactive and collaborative approach to mental health treatment, offering clients access a diverse team of professionals with various expertise and specialties who learn from and can refer to one another. We take a holistic approach to treatment and believe everything makes perfect sense in the context of your life experiences.

Quality care is very important to us as a team, and we ensure this is upheld through regular clinical meetings, ongoing professional development and training opportunities, as well as using evidence-based frameworks. This helps us provide you with the best care for your individual needs so you can make progress sooner.

Our clients benefit from shared resources that exist within a team and the peace of mind that they are not just working with an individual, but are part of a broader mental health community learning and growing together.

We prioritize accessibility and availability of services, providing limited wait times and evening appointments to accommodate diverse schedules. We will regularly ask for feedback on your experience here so we can continue to improve.

Our Therapists

  • "We have been to individual and couples counselling. Therapists have all been extremely skilled, professional and real. Their guidance has been invaluable in our healing journeys."

  • "My sessions are making a positive impact on my personal life as well as my marriage."

  • "My husband and I appreciate our counsellor so much. She is professional and compassionate. We are much better at communicating with each other thanks to her."

Ready to Reignite Your Love Life?

We are accepting new clients for sex therapy in Fredericton, Saint John and virtually across New Brunswick. Let us help you achieve the pleasure you deserve.