Explore a safe, non-judgmental space where you can address your concerns with an experienced therapist who understands the complexities of intimacy and relationships.
Work with a certified therapist in a safe, private space to navigate intimacy and relationship challenges
Book an appointmentDr. Martin McCombs, with over 30 years in mental health, human sexuality, and sex therapy, is certified by the International Professional Surrogates Association and serves as its national Screening and Referrals Coordinator. (🔗 View CV)
A meta-analysis in the Archives of Sexual Behavior ( link) indicates sex therapy increases satisfaction by as much as 14 times pre-therapy levels.
Research shows that 75% of individuals experience symptom relief and improved functioning through psychotherapy, while a meta-analysis found sex therapy particularly effective for survivors of abuse.
Dr. Martin McCombs offers online only sessions, you can schedule a session by filling out the free consultation form.
Our sexualities matter and are a profound and meaningful part of our identities, our lives, our relationships and our places in the world. Yet our society and family and multiple sources of influence can poison our natural right to be sexual and have it be a fulfilling part of our lives. I'm very proud of my expertise and long professional history helping individuals, couples and families deal with those kinds of conflicts. I'd love to talk with you about what's going on that's in the way of your sexual happiness and satisfaction.
My long career focused on issues of human sexuality, sex therapy and clinical sexology gives me practical experience that fuses perfectly with my psychotherapy doctoral, masters degrees and various certifications (🔗 View Complete CV). We'll explore all the sources of your conflicts and determine if they are really congruent with who you are as a sexual being. I'll have suggestions for making change.
I take pride in my alignment of my empathy, skills and training into making a difference for you.
Here’s what former patients have had to say about working with Dr. McCombs
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Dr. McCombs made it easy for me to talk about things I'd never been able to talk about before.
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My wife and I were in a tough place, and agreeing to see Dr. McCombs and working with him saved our relationship.
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The peace of mind I found from working with Dr. McCombs was one of the best things I ever did for myself.
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I've started a new relationship, the first healthy one I've ever been in. I think I have you, Dr. McCombs, to thank for that. I'm excited about my personal life again.
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I've been in therapy before, but working with Dr. McCombs helped me in ways that other therapy had not.
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I just wanted to thank you, Dr. McCombs, for your wisdom and warmth and understanding, and for helping me see what was blocking me from getting things I wanted.
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I was having such trouble getting my husband to understand what I was feeling and why it was threatening our marriage. Dr. McCombs made both of us feel safe and find the courage we needed to face and handle our problems.
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Dr. McCombs, Thank you. Your experience along with your compassion and understanding, and your insights, did more for helping me fight for my own happiness than anything I've ever done and I can never thank you enough for that.
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The demons haunting me from my sexual assault just wouldn't let go of me, and trying to deny them any influence on my life wasn't working. You made it safe for me to face them, and heal from them. You are a gift to people in pain.
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I hadn't realized how uncomfortable I was talking with other therapists about my sex life, or I think how uncomfortable they were too. You were the opposite of that. I had expected to cry, but not to laugh as well. You helped me so much, and I'll never stop being grateful for that.
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I was having such painful turmoil about my sexuality because of my religious upbringing. I can't believe how much difference it made to talk with Dr. McCombs, or how deeply informed he is on the subject.
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We were terrified about what was going on with our adolescent, and they wouldn't talk to us about what they were going through. Dr. McCombs was the perfect solution, earning our child's trust and helping them deal with all the challenges they were facing.
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I felt like my sex life was out of control, like maybe I was addicted. I was afraid to face it, afraid of talking to anyone about it. Dr. McCombs' help was monumental in helping me manage what I was afraid of and finding perspective and balance. He really knows his stuff!
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Working with Dr. McCombs and the Surrogate Partner changed everything I thought I knew about who I was and how to be in a relationship. It also changed my body from not cooperating to cooperating and finding real joy and love and satisfaction with others. I am forever indebted.
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We were really thinking of calling it quits, even after nearly 40 years together. Dr. McCombs helped us face problems we'd ignored our entire marriage. We're so lucky to have found him.
Natl. Child Abuse Hotline
International Professional Surrogates Association
International Professional Surrogates Association
LA County Dept. of Mental Health
UCLA Bruinwoods
Del Amo Hospital, Patrick Carnes
HIV Prevention, Seattle WA
Child Welfare League of America
California Community Care Licensing
Sex Work and Trafficking
University of Toledo
SCRIPT/IVAT Center
Dr. McCombs is a valued and oft-sought public speaker but does not currently participate in blogospheres or social media forums.
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I think it shows great courage to face one's unhappiness and to wrestle with one's demons and disappointments in search of happier and fuller lives. I admire that. I think it's a noble and worthy pursuit, and I'd be proud to work together to help you find that which you seek.
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