About Me Paula Kirsch – Certified Sex Therapist in Michigan
I am a trauma-informed sex therapist helping Michigan clients heal, grow, and reconnect. I work with all types of relationships, LGBTQ+ affirming, Kink-Aware, Traditional, and more.
You Deserve a Therapist Who Truly Understands You
If you’ve ever felt like therapy wasn’t designed for people like you—because of your identity, desires, or relationship structure—you’re not alone. As a certified sex therapist in Michigan, I work with individuals and couples across a wide spectrum of experiences, including those in both traditional relationships and more expansive identities.
You may be navigating trust issues in a long-term partnership, questioning whether a therapist will truly understand your values, or seeking support for concerns around sex, communication, or emotional disconnection. Whether you're in a heterosexual marriage, exploring polyamory, kink, or your LGBTQ+ identity, this is a space where you can speak freely—without fear of judgment or the need to filter your truth.
You deserve more than just strategies. You deserve therapy that honors your story, supports your growth, and helps you feel deeply seen, respected, and connected.
Meet Paula Kirsch, LMSW, LCSW, CST
A Therapist Who Sees You for Who You Are
I believe therapy is about more than just solving problems—it’s about creating a space where you feel truly heard, understood, and accepted. Our experiences—especially around intimacy and relationships—can be deeply personal, often complex, and sometimes difficult to talk about. My role is not just to guide you through challenges but to create a space where you can explore yourself fully and with compassion.
For years, I have helped individuals and couples reconnect with themselves and each other. My work is deeply rooted in respect for all identities, relationship styles, and experiences. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe enough to be fully honest, without fear of being judged or misunderstood.
My Therapy Approach:
Couples Therapy – I am experienced in offering support for couples of all types from Traditional Monogamous to Poly-Amorous find the connections they desire.
Sex Therapy – Intimacy struggles, mismatched desire, sexual anxiety, or healing from past trauma—together, we’ll work through it.
Kink & Non-Monogamy Affirming Care – No need to explain the basics. I understand these dynamics and provide a space where you can work through personal and relational challenges.
Trauma-Informed Support – Your past does not define you. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.
Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about empowering you to live authentically, process past wounds, and embrace the connections you deserve.
Bonus Read: What Sex Therapists Wish You Knew
How Therapy With Me Can Help You
Seeking therapy isn’t about fixing something that’s broken. It’s about creating space for self-exploration, growth, and emotional well-being. Clients come to therapy for many reasons, but some of the most common include:
Feeling disconnected from yourself or your partner(s).
Struggling with intimacy, desire, or communication in your relationship.
Exploring your gender identity, sexual orientation, or relationship style.
Healing from shame, stigma, or past trauma related to sexuality or identity.
Wanting support from someone who understands kink, non-monogamy, or LGBTQ+ experiences.
Whatever brings you here, therapy can be a transformative step forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I know if therapy is right for me? If you’ve ever felt like you need a space to explore your emotions, relationships, or identity without fear of judgment, therapy can help. Whether you need guidance, healing, or simply a space to talk, you deserve support.
2. Is therapy confidential? Yes. Therapy is a completely private and secure space. Everything you share remains confidential, following strict ethical and legal standards.
3. Do you offer virtual therapy? Yes! I offer virtual sessions for clients throughout Michigan, making therapy more accessible for those in suburban or rural areas.
4. What if I’ve had a bad experience in therapy before? That’s valid. Finding the right therapist is important. If you’ve felt unheard or dismissed in past therapy, I encourage you to reach out. This space is built for respect, validation, and safety.
Take the First Step Towards Better Connections
You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Therapy can help you build confidence, reconnect with yourself and others, and move forward with clarity.
Helping people find clarity, healing, and joy in their emotional and sexual lives isn’t just my profession—it’s my passion. Let’s start this journey together.
Helping Individuals and Couples in Michigan, Connecticut, and New York.
MY PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
MY EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSE
Masters of Social Work, Wayne State School of Social Work
Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW), MI License #6801096808
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), CT License #011811 validation no. 03-011048
IBOSP Certified Sex Therapist
Certificate in Sex Therapy and Sexuality Education from the University of Michigan’s School of Social Work
The Gottman Institute Couples Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for Trauma)
Former Adjunct Faculty at Wayne State School of Social Work, I taught “Social Functioning: Human Sexuality” to Graduate Students
Past Board Member for Affirmations LGBT Community Center, Ferndale, MI