Sex & Relationship Therapy in North Carolina and South Carolina
Relationship Therapy (AKA Couples Therapy)
You hate to admit it, but your relationship is feeling stale or distant. The passion and commitment you once had have been replaced by resentment and criticism. Trust has been broken and you’re not sure if it can be rebuilt. You want to move forward, but disappointment, hurt, and anger are currently in charge. Your partner feels more like a roommate or colleague these days, and you want that old thing back!
Perhaps everything is new, fresh, and exciting. Or you’re having more conversations about the future and next steps. It’s important to you to have a healthy and happy relationship, but that sounds easier said than done. Statistics about divorce rates and relationship dissatisfaction have made you nervous, but you’re still hopeful and want to invest in the foundation of your relationship.
Couples or relationship therapy is an opportunity to dive into your concerns and take practical steps toward change. There are no taking sides; everyone gets an opportunity to share their perspective and contribute to setting the goals for therapy.
Curious about how couples therapy can help you?
Request a free consultation today and take back your relationship.
Couples Sex Therapy
Sex therapy offers a safe, non-judgmental space for couples to explore and overcome challenges related to intimacy, trauma, and communication.
Whether you’re struggling with mismatched desires, worried about sexual performance, navigating past sexual trauma, or feeling disconnected emotionally, therapy helps uncover the deeper issues affecting your sexual and emotional connection.
By working with a trauma-informed sex therapist, couples can learn to communicate openly, rebuild trust, and rekindle physical intimacy, creating a stronger, healthier relationship dynamic.
Struggling With the Future of Your Relationship? You’re Not Alone.
When a relationship is on the brink, deciding whether to stay together or part ways can feel overwhelming. Perhaps you’re at a crossroads where one partner is leaning towards divorce while the other hopes to save the marriage. You both may feel stuck in a cycle of doubt, hurt, and confusion. What do you do when you’re unsure of what the future holds?
Discernment counseling offers a way forward. It’s designed specifically for couples in this delicate, often painful situation. Instead of jumping straight into solutions, discernment counseling helps you slow down, breathe, and find clarity before making any life-changing decisions.
Rates and Insurance
Couples Therapy Rates
Consultation(15-20 minutes): Free
Initial session (90 minutes): $225
Follow up sessions (55 minutes): $175
Why I Don’t Accept Insurance for Couples Therapy
One of the questions I often get is, “Do you accept insurance?” And while I understand how important this can be when budgeting for therapy, there are some key reasons why I choose not to work within the constraints of insurance for couples therapy.
Here’s why:
1. Couples Therapy Isn’t Considered “Medically Necessary” by Insurance Companies
Most insurance plans are designed to cover treatment for diagnosable mental health conditions, but couples therapy typically isn’t considered "medically necessary." This means it often isn’t covered at all or is restricted to cases where one partner has a diagnosis like depression or anxiety.
But here’s the thing: your relationship deserves care and attention, even if there’s no diagnosis. When insurance companies dictate the terms of therapy, they often focus on the individual’s symptoms rather than the relationship as a whole. This limits the depth of the work we can do together, keeping us from addressing the emotional and relational patterns that need healing.
2. The Freedom to Focus on What Matters Most
By not working with insurance, I’m able to provide therapy that is fully tailored to your unique relationship—without the constraints of insurance paperwork, diagnosis codes, or session limits. We can focus on what really matters: helping you and your partner reconnect emotionally and physically, without worrying about what the insurance company thinks is “necessary.”
When insurance dictates the process, it can also require sharing personal details about your therapy with the insurance company—something many couples aren’t comfortable with. Choosing private pay ensures your privacy and gives us the freedom to work together in a way that’s fully focused on your needs, not on the limitations of a third party.
I Understand Therapy Can Be an Investment
I know that therapy is an investment—not just of your time and emotional energy, but of your financial resources too. And I understand that not being able to use insurance can be a concern. But when you invest in couples therapy, you’re investing in your relationship’s long-term health, happiness, and connection. The skills and insights you’ll gain can transform not only your current relationship but your ability to foster healthy, fulfilling relationships for a lifetime.
Many couples find that therapy helps them prevent future issues, potentially avoiding more costly interventions down the road. It’s about prioritizing your relationship now, so you can build a strong foundation for the future.
Social Responsibility
At the Naked Truth, we believe your mental health is a worthy investment; at the same time, we don't believe that therapy should cause additional financial stress. Therefore, we offer several ways to make therapy more accessible.
1. Clients who do not have insurance or choose not to use their insurance benefits are eligible for a reduced rate based on household size and annual household income.
2. Group therapy is a highly effective form of shorter term therapy. This means you get the same benefits at a lower cost. Reduced rates are available for group therapy as well.
3. We partner with organizations that are also committed to making mental healthcare more accessible:
The Orange County Rape Crisis Center funds at least 18 therapy sessions for survivors of sexual violence.
Fund Recovery supplements client contribution to therapy costs; you pay what you can, and they handle the rest!
If you have questions about accessing any of the above resources, please contact us at Connect@ceethesexlady.com
Meet the Therapist
Hi, I’m Ceara, also known as Cee the Sex Lady.
I’m committed to helping individuals and couples heal and experience pleasure in their intimate lives. You can think of me as a tour guide on your journey to your best sexual self. I’m not here to dictate what your sex or relationship life should look like; instead, I help you (and your partner) take practical steps toward YOUR vision for intimacy and pleasure.
I draw on my background in sexual and reproductive wellness, sex education, and a combination of therapy styles to create an approach that’s tailored to your needs and goals. This may include exploring the connections between your thoughts, emotions, and actions (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/CBT), delving into the early attachments in your life and your emotional processes (Emotionally Focused Therapy/EFT), and working with the mind-body connection (somatic therapy) and other strategies.
While the exact plan to reach goals is different for every client, you can always count on therapy with me being trauma-informed and LGBTQIA+ affirming. I intentionally view all my clients holistically. That means we’ll discuss other aspects of your identity including race, ethnicity, religion/spirituality, and (dis)ability that may impact your intimate life.
If this sounds like what you’re looking for, request a free consultation today and take the first step toward healing and authentic intimacy.