SEX THERAPY PROGRAMS

The Intensive Therapy Program

For over forty years as a therapist, Dr. Hersh has often seen better, longer lasting outcomes when he is able to see clients more frequently over a shorter period of time, and for a longer session each time. He has created a multi-hour, multi-day, Intensive Therapy Program, that is designed and modified for the needs of each couple. The major focus of the Program is on where sexuality fits into the relationship. Couples are seen both together and separately throughout the course of the program.

After you have indicated an interest in the Program, we will speak on the telephone, where we can get an initial sense of each other. At that time, it is possible to come to an agreement and set up a time to begin therapy.

You will be in session for approximately twelve hours over three days. Sessions are between two and three hours each and will usually occur more than once a day.

Therapy sessions lasting two hours or longer are extra intense, and they take a special commitment by the couple to the hard work ahead. You need to come to the program with both physical and emotional stamina to examine your relationship this deeply. There will be no hidden data, no secrets and complete openness. There will be no nudity or sexual touch during our sessions together.

During the first face-to-face session you will have an opportunity to enter the process slowly so you can get into the frame of mind to move forward. We will also come to an agreement about a set of specific communication models so we can be efficient and effective.

In the second and third sessions you will be seen individually. You will choose between yourselves who goes first. At that time we will focus on past emotional and sexual experiences which have led you to be the sexual person you are today. Together we will examine your fears and inhibitions and seek out the areas of your sexual life that need clarification and improvement as well as discussing goals and hopes for your relationship.

The fourth session will bring the three of us back together. During that time you will learn to correct relationship and sexual miscues, complete personal developmental tasks that will enable a deeper more satisfying relationship and confirm your love, respect and sexual desire for your partner. You will build upon your emotional and sexual strengths and vulnerabilities. You will be able to focus on your ability to say what you think and feel. You will increase pleasure and fun on both personal and relationship levels.

A final session will be a review of the Program from beginning to where we are at this point. Then we will make a plan for continuity with a new direction, sharper focus and the energy and excitement for a joyous life together.

The Intensive Therapy Program Dr. Hersh designed has not been developed in a vacuum. There are some excellent therapists who have found similar models to be efficient and effective, and who have each designed and adapted programs that fit their therapeutic style. He takes his hat off to each and every one of them who has added to this amazing concept for relationship mending and growth.

Take some time off the roller coaster. Take some time for yourselves. Take a vacation and come to exciting Calgary, Alberta. Give yourself most of a week away from wasting time and away from having a wonderful relationship.

"Before it's too late"

So often people only get to counselling after it's too late. This program is designed for couples who are generally satisfied with their sexual relationship, but have some issues or concerns. Earlier entry into treatment prevents the development of more serious problems.

"New Relationships"

Early sexual miscues can take their toll on the relationship as a whole. Very few couples have the experience, guidance or mentoring to commence a healthy and satisfying sexual relationship. Our problems, inhibitions, issues and baggage get worse over time. We applaud the new couple who has the strength to have an open forum in counselling where they are able to discuss the varied sexual relationship possibilities they may be able to develop in their marriage. It is highly recommended to have sex therapy sessions before and early in the sexual relationship. Therapy is not just for problems. It is for wellness, enhancement and confidence. As in other areas, knowledge is power.

Hersh Centre for Sexual Wellness

Sex Therapy Individual, Marriage and Relationship Counselling Psychotherapy

SEX THERAPY PROGRAMS

The Intensive Therapy Program

"Before it's too late"

"New Relationships"