Lauren’s current fee for individual therapy for is $175 for a 50 minute session. We are not in network with insurance. We are committed to making sex therapy accessible and can discuss sliding scale options for persons with financial limitations. Additionally, we offer the option to receive a superbill that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.

S.H.A.G. is entirely online and available to individuals living and residing in California. Our sessions are conducted via teletherapy on a HIPAA-compliant platform; we do not currently offer in-person services.

Sex therapy is a specialized form of psychotherapy that addresses sexual concerns and challenges. It helps individuals and couples explore and resolve issues related to sexual function, intimacy, sexual identity, and sexual satisfaction. The approach is holistic, considering psychological, emotional, relational, and physical factors.

Sex therapy is not only for couples, in fact, many people choose to attend sex therapy individually to explore their sexual needs, desires, fears, and/or challenges. S.H.A.G is not currently offering couples sex therapy but hopes to expand in the future.

During your initial sessions, we will gather information about your history, current concerns, and goals for therapy. If your concerns are related to sexual behavior or functioning, your intake will  include questions about your sexual history. Subsequent sessions will involve exploring these issues through evidenced based interventions, dialogue, skill development, and optional assignments for personal development between sessions, All sessions are conducted via a HIPPA compliant, confidential, telehealth platform, called Simple Practice.

I believe that your comfort and safety with me is foundational to effective therapy. As a first step, I offer free 15 minute consultations, where you can get a sense of my style and whether we are a good match. No judgement, no pressure, no sales pitch. Just a good old fashioned vibe check.

Yes, all mental health services are protected by confidentiality, and safety is a cornerstone of my practice. What you discuss in therapy remains private, with some legal exceptions (e.g., threat of harm to self or others, known or suspected child abuse, or knowledge of a vulnerable party that is being harmed such as a child or senior). Mandatory reporting includes reported or suspected possession or distribution of child sexual abuse material (elecronic or physical,and includes AI generated or cartoons). For more information please refer to both California and Federal Laws.

In general, the sharing of thoughts, fantasies, desires, dreams, beliefs (without specific behaviors, plans, or targets) are not reportable. It is of utmost importance to me that clients understand these limits, especially considering the sensitive nature of sexual health topics. If you have specific questions regarding where certain behaviors fall, I am always receptive to discussing these topics.

Yes, we are currently accepting new clients! We would be thrilled to connect.

We are not currently providing services for pretrial clients or individuals who are presently under mandated supervision. S.H.A.G does not provide forensic assessments. If you are seeking these services, we can provide referrals.

You can schedule an appointment by emailing shagtherapy@gmail.com or utilizing the contact forms on the website.

We will get back to you within 2 business days to schedule your initial 15 minute consultation.

Sessions are available Tuesday through Friday between 9am and 2pm, with some evenings 5pm to 8pm. S.H.A.G is not available on weekends at this time. Please allow 48 hours for response to emails or voice messages.

We encourage you to reach out directly if you have any additional questions or concerns. You can contact us via email at shagtherapy@gmail.com