Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Sex Therapist for Individuals & Couples — Dr. Marisol G. Westberg, Ph.D., LMFT
I specialize in both individual and couples counseling, helping clients navigate intimacy, desire, and connection. My practice is enriched by over 20 years of experience — including serving as a Professor in the Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy Program at Lewis and Clark College in Portland.
I provide online sex therapy to clients in Oregon, New York, and Connecticut.
How can I help you?
For patients
I’m looking for
therapy or support
Individual and couples counseling for intimacy, desire, sexual trauma, infidelity, and more. Book a session or explore the online couples course.
For therapists
I’m a therapist looking for
clinical training
CE-approved courses, clinical frameworks, and practical tools for therapists who want to treat sexuality with confidence.
— what I help with
Specialized support for your
most intimate challenges
Couples Counseling
Strengthen your relationship, enhance communication, and resolve conflicts to build a deeper connection.
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Sex Therapy
Improve intimacy and address sexual challenges with personalized guidance in a safe, supportive environment.
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Low Sexual Desire
Reignite passion and address the underlying causes of low desire with expert therapeutic support.
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Infidelity Recovery
Heal from betrayal, rebuild trust, and restore emotional and physical intimacy at your own pace.
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Performance Anxiety
Overcome anxiety in the bedroom with techniques that build confidence and ease.
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Navigating Non-Monogamy
Navigate the complexities of non-monogamous relationships with clarity, communication, and mutual respect.
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Sexual Trauma
Work through past sexual trauma in a compassionate space designed for healing and reclaiming your sexual well-being.
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Client Reviews
What Clients Say
“She was able to validate my feelings but also help me work on areas in my life where I could use improvement. I felt confident through the whole process that even though I was struggling, if I worked with her she would help me reach a resolution. I believe my husband felt very comfortable with her as well. Her option to meet on Zoom made it that much more convenient — I could make an appointment at any time during the day. I appreciate all she did for my husband and I.”
Alicia N.
Verified Google Review · August 2024
“Marisol is one of the best therapists my wife or I have ever had the pleasure of working with. She takes the time to get to know each individual, takes notes, and really focuses on getting what each person needs to help make a relationship work. The care and steps she provides to work through issues 100% WORK and I cannot thank her enough.”
Paul B.
Verified Google Review · August 2024
“Marisol has been immensely helpful to me, as both a personal and couples counselor. She is both a phenomenal listener and guide — leading my partner and I to see our issues from new angles, gain insights into ourselves and one another, and get past abstract ideas into concrete goal setting for growth.”
Ginger D.
Verified Google Review · August 2024
“Dr. Westberg is an outstanding therapist with incredible insights. Her non-judgmental, real, and candid approach sets her apart. She has a deep understanding of relationship dynamics that makes her guidance impactful and transformative. Having worked with many therapists, I can confidently say she is in a league of her own.”
Thomas B.
Verified Google Review · September 2024
“Dr. Westberg was really helpful to me during a difficult time. Finding a therapist that is a good match can be difficult and I’ve been through many of them — she is one of the best.”
Ben G.
Verified Google Review · September 2024
“Marisol is a dedicated professional, prepared and attentive during every session. She is an excellent listener.”
Matt H.
Verified Google Review · October 2024
★★★★★ 5.0 on Google
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New Book
The Intimacy Gap →
When one of you wants more — and both of you are suffering
Desire discrepancy is one of the most common patterns in long-term relationships — and one of the most misunderstood. This book explains why it happens, what keeps it going, and what genuinely helps. Written by Dr. Westberg from years of working with couples navigating exactly this.
The complete training in
sex therapy — start to finish24 hours of video content, case studies, and selected readings. The clinical foundation most graduate programs never provide — built for therapists who are ready to treat sexuality with confidence.
FAQ
Questions on Sex Therapy in New York
Everything you need to know before your first session
No. Sex therapy is just as valuable for individuals as it is for couples. Many people come on their own to work through personal concerns around desire, trauma, identity, performance anxiety, or past experiences that are affecting their intimate life.
The initial consultation is $450. Ongoing sessions are $350. Payment is due at the time of the session.
I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. However, I can provide a superbill upon request, which you may submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement depending on your out-of-network benefits.
A limited number of sliding scale spots are available for clients who demonstrate financial need. Please reach out directly to discuss whether this is an option for your situation.
Yes. HSA and FSA cards are accepted as a form of payment. Please check with your plan provider to confirm that therapy services are covered under your specific account.
All sessions are 50 minutes.
All sessions are conducted via secure telehealth. This allows me to work with clients anywhere in New York State, and makes scheduling significantly more flexible for busy New Yorkers.
Treatment length varies depending on the concern and your goals. Some clients see meaningful progress in 8 to 12 sessions. Others choose to continue longer for deeper relational or trauma work. We will discuss timelines openly as we go.
Weekly sessions are recommended early in treatment — they help build momentum, establish trust, and create consistency when the work is just beginning. That said, therapy should also be financially sustainable. Once we have established a good foundation, sessions can move to bi-weekly or whatever frequency works best for your life and budget. We will figure that out together.
Desire discrepancy is one of the most common concerns I work with. Low desire in a partner is rarely about attraction alone — it is usually connected to stress, emotional disconnection, hormonal factors, unresolved resentment, or past experiences. Therapy helps both partners understand what is actually driving the gap and build a path toward reconnection.