Shawna Starkman LMFT , CST

Relational and Sex Therapy NY,NJ,PA,FL Empowered Intimacy
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Sex Therapy, Sexual Dysfunction, Intimacy, Empty Nest Syndrome, Marital and Premarital

Introduction

Empowered Intimacy: Relationship & Solo Therapy, helps couples and individuals reconnect with their authentic and real desire, and vitality. I specialize in couples therapy, sex therapy, and individual therapy for high-achieving adults who feel disconnected, stuck in conflict cycles, or dissatisfied in their emotional or intimate lives. My work supports clients navigating desire discrepancies, low libido, emotional distance, communication breakdowns, infidelity recovery, life transitions, and identity shifts related to adulting, parenting, high achievement stress and the specificity what life looks like when the last kid leaves. Using an integrative, holistic, and evidence based approach, I help clients repair the ruptures, rebuild the friendship, rediscover the romance, and reignite both emotional and erotic intimacy. Individual therapy focuses on restoring confidence, ending people pleasing, and finding true clarity around your needs and boundaries. This practice is ideal for clients seeking authenticity, accountability, and true meaningful connection with themselves and their current and future partners.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • LMFT #002302 (NY)
  • LMFT #37F100239900 (NJ)
  • AMFT #3274 (CT)
  • LMFT #MF001699 (PA)

Specialties

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Groups

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Recovery

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Multi-Faith

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Looking for practitioners who accept insurance?

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Couples $285 - $300
  • Individual $225 - $250

Locations

Empowered Intimacy
New York, NY 10024-5198
Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Marriage and Family Therapy - Thomas Jefferson University

Certifications

  • Couples
  • Sex and Sexuality
  • Perinatal Mental Health
  • Addiction/Substance Abuse

Professional Affiliations

  • American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT)
  • American Associate for Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists(AASECT)

FAQ

Is Shawna Starkman LMFT , CST accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Shawna Starkman LMFT , CST is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Shawna Starkman LMFT , CST offer telehealth appointments? Shawna Starkman LMFT , CST does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Shawna Starkman LMFT , CST specialize in? Shawna Starkman LMFT , CST specializes in the following areas: Marital and Premarital, Sex Therapy, and Sexual Dysfunction.
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