Dr. Namita Caen is an amazingly, skillful and sensitive Therapist. After being in menopause now for…read morea couple of years, I have not felt sexual and also had lost the connection to my body. I started seeing Dr. Namita a few month ago, and am so happy I did. Through her work, which is not just talk therapy, but also involves very safe and sensitive touch, I have been able to reconnect with my body and my desires. My sexuality has awakened again and my husband and I have rekindled our intimacy in a new and very sweet way. Thank you Dr. Namita, for creating such a safe space, and making me feel comfortable to open up to you and therefore to myself.

It took me almost 20 years to decide to finally invest in myself and find a sex therapist to work…read morethrough some trauma. I am so happy that I did this work, and Dr. Namita was everything I could have asked for in a therapist. She made me feel comfortable right away and gave me exercises every session to work through some things on my own time. She took thorough notes so that she could always refer back to things I wanted to work on or things I've been through. She used breathing and mindfulness techniques in our sessions to further enhance the experience. My sex life has changed dramatically because of her. The way I can now tap into my own pleasure and be present with my partner is all due to Dr. Namita's sessions. She helped me find my voice. For this I will be forever grateful. Thank you, Dr. Namita! I have so much appreciation for you!

I've been seeing Robyn Mason off and on for about 2 years. I've gotten to know her quite well. I…read morestrongly recommend her for both a relationship coach and a sex therapist. She is supportive, professional, creative, insightful, and when offering her perspective, is always aware of and honoring the client's perspective. She provides a very supportive and accepting context for what I consider somewhat charged subject matter. I've experienced her ability and capacity to create a safe accepting context so that I could be extremely vulnerable in her presence and feel completely safe about it. I consider that a remarkable capacity. The one thing that impacted me the most with her is that she helped me uncover and accept that whatever else I am in the world, I am also a sexual being which manifests differently in every individual. For that I am very grateful to her. I very strongly recommend her.

This is a heartfelt review, and as such a useful one for anyone considering somatic sex therapy. If…read moreyou become a client at The Art of Arousal, for reasons like relationship coaching, sexual coaching, somatic therapy like I have, I believe you will improve on or resolve whatever need you are attempting to, as I have. I have been a client of Robyn's on and off for almost 3 years. My next appointment is tomorrow - and what happens is that I begin to anticipate how great tomorrow will be, because of the experience --building on the past and gaining on new knowledge and realizations that you take away and incorporate into your life.

Anya is amazing! She listens and provides so much support and thoughtful expertise. We worked with…read moreher for a year and she was able to help us deepen our relationship and become better partners for each other. She creates a space where it is easy to talk about things that aren't necessarily easy to talk about. Thank you Anya!

Did not have a good experience as she was unable to meet with us for several weeks halfway through…read moreand my husband and I paid her over $1,000 for the few sessions we did meet....we did not get the results she mentioned we would achieve.

I would recommend Zeke to anyone who prefers to get a massage in the comfort of their own home…read more Don't get me wrong, I'm a fan of the good ol' day spa, but I love the idea of a healing massage at home, so I searched and thankfully, Zeke was the first to pop up. He was so easy to communicate with, professional, responsive and super mellow. I like that he has a mix of techniques to choose from and he intuitively knows what your body needs. For me there was a lot of stretching and clearing of some stuck energy. It's $200 for 70 minutes, which is pretty on par with a spa...and he travels a large radius for clients, so you're in luck. Ya gotta book a little in advance though. I will work with Zeke again, as the more he knows your body, the better he can troubleshoot any issues (kind of like relaxing physical therapy :) Thanks Zeke!!

Zeke is amazing. His energy and work is fantastic. Never a disappointment in a sessions. He's my go…read moreto monthly and I always look forward to them. I highly recommend his work to anyone who's looking for massage, healing and overall wellness.

I'm writing this as a second-year student in the 6-month Somatica training led by Celeste and…read moreDanielle - a training for people who want to become sex and relationship coaches and/or just want to access powerful info and transformational tools for themselves. I came to Somatica in the throes of the breakup of my loving yet sexually dead marriage. (Actually, I first found Somatica online when searching for help for my spouse and me, but for complex reasons, my spouse was not willing to go.) I wanted a place where I learn how to get my own sexual needs met after a very long and painful drought. I wanted to better understand why I had chosen to partner with a wonderful person with whom I never had great sex -- why we could never break through to the level of sexual joy I'd had with my other partners, and also why I stayed. When I attended the free Intro, I was especially impressed by Celeste and Danielle's combination of leadership and vulnerability. I thought "If I can learn to lead and teach from a more vulnerable place, that alone will make the training worthwhile for me." I got so much more than I even knew I wanted or could get! Leading and teaching from a place of vulnerability is still a growth edge for me, but I have a model now, and validation and encouragement. I also learned sooo much about different sexual scripts and turn-ons, which gave me so much insight about why my spouse and I hadn't connected well, and helped me become less judgmental/fearful, and much more open/playful around turn-ons different from my own. I learned how to be in charge of my own arousal and share it with others, rather than having to wait for them to elicit it in my preferred ways. I learned how easily I could share sexual energy with a wide variety of people, and reveled in the permission to do so. I got triggered and dealt with it. I had some incredibly healing and illuminating practice sessions with class members. I got help. I got challenged. I did some challenging of my own. I got humbled and freaked out at times, but I kept showing up and kept growing. I learned and integrated sooo much about attachment, which helped me finally stop taking the pain of my marriage so personally. Oh, and I learned some incredibly valuable lessons about repair, lessons that I've been able to use to, for instance, transform a tense and angry conversation with my landlord into an exchange of mutual vulnerability and connection! I also learned how to belatedly ask for - and receive - some deep attachment wound healing with my former spouse. I have become much less emotionally reactive in general, much more internally resilient. Of course, this is a path I've been on for a long time, but my experience in Somatica has greatly deepened my learning. All these specifics barely begin to scratch the surface of what I learned and how I changed. There's so much more! I appreciated the experience so much that I signed up to do it again the following year! I'm so appreciative of the curriculum Celeste and Danielle have created, the community they foster, the values they uphold, the wisdom and humility with which they teach. And OK, that said, of course no one is perfect, and no one is a perfect coach or teacher for everyone, and no single 6-month training can truly prepare someone with no prior training to navigate this difficult terrain skillfully. If you are considering working with Celeste, Danielle or anyone else, I suggest you carefully assess whether their personality, values and approach resonate with you, your values and what you seek. I haven't done one-on-one work with either of them, but from my experience in class, I'd say that I believe C&D work with great skill and integrity to try to help you create the sexual and love life you truly want -- yet like everyone, they do have their own biases, and those are bound to influence them (again, this would be true of anyone with whom you might work.) If you are considering working with a Somatica-trained practitioner, check out what other background and training they have; many of the students have enormous amounts of relevant experience, but not all do. If you are considering joining the class, know that this is wonderful, transformational work, and as such, will push you to your growth edges (that's the whole point! but of course, it can sometimes be uncomfortable.) I will say this, though: I'm a tough sell. I've been around the transformational block for a few decades, and for me to emerge from a six-month training and immediately re-up, says a lot :)

I had a terrible experience with one of the people they trained. Emailed them to report it -- never…read moreheard back. Showed me zero compassion, did not even bother to answer. What is their training worth if they won't even answer or acknowledge someone who emailed them reporting a bad experience with someone who they trained? I will not recommend them or their method to anyone. Especially if you have trauma like me.

Megan is truly a gem! I consider her to be the #1 dating and sex expert in the Bay Area and…read moreprobably beyond! In a few words, her sessions are deeply empowering, fun, and healing. I found her website over a year ago when I was going through difficulty in my dating life. I bought her package deal and in a few months time, I felt empowered, newly in touch with my feminine energy, and ready to have great experiences. Megan is extremely warm, empathetic, and knowledgeable. Everything she shares is always heartfelt and tailored to the individual. She has equipped me with the tools I need to succeed in my romantic life. Moreover, her sessions are always a blast because of the Somatica element. Her sessions go far beyond what a person can gain in traditional talk therapy settings. She also offers supportive coaching during Covid, which goes a long way!

I am extremely grateful for the therapy I received from Megan. I think I speak for a lot of people…read morewhen I say that having an open, honest discussion about relationships, love, and sex can be very difficult. Personally, there is a lot of intricate and sensitive emotions that come with these topics, so finding someone I trust is extremely important. I'm very glad that I found Megan because she provided a non-judgemental and soothing environment for us to work together. It didn't take long for me to open myself up and trust her. Megan is experienced and wise, and throughout the course of our sessions, she also proved herself to be someone who can adapt on the fly. While she possesses a wide range of great qualities, I believe that her strongest attribute is her empathy - she is extremely skilled in immersing in the "world" of others and emerging with unique perspectives to offer. This is a hallmark trait of a very good therapist. Megan is also someone who has the ability to sit with her own emotions - good and bad - and steer the course of her thoughts in the most optimal way possible. These are rare qualities that many of us have yet to master (or even realize we struggle with). All of this is to say, she lives the truth that she speaks. If you are someone who is considering therapy, I highly recommend reaching out to Megan. You will not be disappointed!

I want to extend my sincere gratitude for our work together to date. I cannot think of a more…read moresingularly transformative experience - and I'm only just beginning to enjoy the extent of that change in myself. I'm enjoying simply "being" on a level that previously seemed inconceivable. Thank you for your heart, sincerity, and understanding.

Leslie Grace embodies the very best in Tantric energy, practice, healing and teaching. Through her…read morewords, her touch and her presence, she conveys a sexuality that is neither subtle nor subversive, but rather joyous and effervescent. She is a natural guide: deeply knowledgeable, compassionate, and eager to share. Over the course of our three sessions, I rediscovered myself as a profoundly sexual being and developed a coherent strategy for moving forward with my tantric education. To learn from Leslie is to be invited into a space where energy flows effortlessly and learning comes naturally, to be made constantly aware of our essential divinity. I couldn't have picked a better teacher to launch my journey.

I'm singing a cheery song and doing a happy dance smiling to myself in awe after speaking with…read moreXanet today! This woman knows! She knew everything I needed to uncover to heal my sexuality. Everything was so spot on to what I needed to figure out myself, as well as the guidance and knowledge I needed from someone else. I appreciate you so much Xanet! Thank you for doing the work, and for sharing what you have learned with us! You are a blessing to this earth and to this time. I am so eager to continue working with you and learn and grow even more. I can not recommend Xanet enough. If you are having an challenges with your sex life, talk to her!!! Take her programs!!!! This woman is a gift!!

Xanet is wonderful. She has been kind, patient and very understanding !! Xanet has made me…read morecomfortable, trusting her totally and opened up areas in me that I guard closely !! I truly appreciate and admire Xanet! Thank you so much!!

I will say I was incredibly nervous about trying therapy. It is a deeply personal thing that we…read moredon't typically talk about with others and caries with a lot of emotional baggage guilt shame etc.. Quite a few times before the first session I contemplated canceling, but I am so glad I made that call. I will say Shelby made all of those fears and concerns melt away . Shelby is a person who's skills make them a perfect match for their occupation. She has a foundation of empathy, insight and kindness that instantly puts you at ease. I have no sense of judgement only encouragement and acceptance when talking about deeply personal things. Shelby is also incredibly insightful, digging through very complicated histories individually and as a couple she was get a clear understanding of dynamics and behavior patterns that were invisible to us but became obvious when she shed light on them. And finally she brought us change and hope for years we have been in a rut both missing the mark with each other but Shelby has helped us work on ourselves to solidify the foundation of intimacy trust and partnership that is required for a fulfilling relationship. TLDR Shelby is a fundementally kind, patient, open minded and understanding person who will help you and your partner get your MOJO back!

Shelby is an incredibly thoughtful and experienced professional with many skills and integrated…read moreapproach to individual and couples. She listens intently and provides clear and helpful feedback and truly cares about all who are involved. I would definitely recommend her especially if there is anything you're experiencing or struggling with in your sex life or with intimacy that would benefit from an outside perspective or from someone who knows and supports many ways of living by yourself and others. I have greatly loved and appreciated her involvement and support for myself personally coming out of a relationship, being single, and getting in a new relationship with my partner while also coming into acceptance with who I am both sexually and my gender presentation fluidity. I don't know if many other people in the field that have experience with or can be understanding of and support me across that many aspects, so hopefully this helps anyone making their decision.

Julie is a very good Therapist. Growing up I never really had anyone that I could discuss my…read morethoughts and concerns with. It's good let out what's on your mind. She will definitely work with you and help to find solutions on your behalf. I've always felt comfortable when there. It's a safe and non judgmental environment within her sessions. I would recommend anyone I know to her.

From the owner: I specialize in working affirmatively with sexual and gender minorities and sex-positive…read morecommunities (LGBTQ*, non-normative relationships, open/non-monogamous, polyamory, polysexuality, BDSM, leather/kink, fetishism, burners, gender nonconformity/fluidity, HIV+). I also welcome clients with issues around minority stress, depression/anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, atypical neutotypes (ADHD, ASD), couples/multiple-partner relationships, parent/child relationships, family counseling. I am a registered Marriage and Family Therapist and Sec Therapist in line for AASECT Sex Therapy Certification.