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Our Values

You deserve
great sex.

These aren't abstract principles — they're the commitments that shape every session. As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, I hold myself to a set of values designed to protect your sexual health, freedom, and dignity.

The Foundation

“The worth and dignity of every human is inviolable.”

— Basic Law of the Federal Republic of Germany

I'm a proud member of AASECT (American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists), which means I'm bound to a rigorous code of professional ethics. But ethics aren't just compliance — they're a living practice. Below is what those values actually look like in our work together.

7 Core Values

What I
stand for.

These values guide how I show up in every session, every conversation, and every decision I make about my practice. They're not a checklist — they're a commitment to you.

01
Sex is a Human Right — and a Human Essential

Sexuality isn't a "bonus" part of life — it's an essential, beautiful, and inherent part of being human. You have the right to a sex life that is healthy, happy, and entirely your own. Whether you're exploring solo or with partners, your pleasure matters.

Healthy sex is always consensual, freely chosen, and governed by you. You deserve to be free from physical or psychological harm, and you should always have the final say over your own body and reproductive choices.

02
There Is No "Normal"

In this space, we don't do "normal" vs. "abnormal." Sexuality is a massive, colorful spectrum, and I oppose any attempt to pathologize the way you love or the way you play.

Whether it's your orientation, gender identity, or your specific kinks and fantasies — if it's consensual, it's valid. Period.

03
Shame Has No Seat at the Table

The world is full of shame narratives designed to restrict your sexual freedom. I stand firmly against the psychological, social, and legislative forces that try to tell you how to live your sex life.

I'm here to help you dismantle that guilt and replace it with empowerment. What you bring into this space stays here, held without judgment.

04
Inclusivity and Diversity Are Non-Negotiable

Sexual health belongs to everyone — regardless of age, race, ability, gender, or background. I'm especially committed to supporting my LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, ensuring that those who have been traditionally marginalized have a safe, expert space to heal and thrive.

Affirming care isn't a specialty add-on here. It's the baseline.

05
You Have the Right to Information and Access to Care

You have the right to know your own body and how it works. I believe in the power of comprehensive sex education — the kind you actually wish you'd had in school.

That includes the right to access erotic art, toys, and media that help you explore your pleasure safely and joyfully. Knowledge is not shameful. Curiosity is healthy.

06
Healing is a Holistic Journey

When sex feels "off" or "broken," it's often because of a mix of physical, mental, and cultural factors — not a single cause with a single fix.

We'll look at the big picture: your history, your heart, and your health. I believe in sexual healing as a full-person process, and I'll meet you wherever you are on that journey.

07
People Come Before Everything

My commitment to sexual health is inseparable from my commitment to social justice. I stand against hate, violence, and systems of oppression.

In this practice — and in the world — people come before property, borders, or politics. Your safety and dignity are not negotiable.

“No matter where you are or how you feel about your sex life, you deserve someone who can help you explore, discover, and embrace a sex life that is accepting, shame-free, and — most importantly — fun and fulfilling.”

Harry Dixon, MA, LMHC, LPCC, LPC, CST  ·  AASECT Certified Sex Therapist

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