Sean Orpen, LMFT‑S, CST‑S
I am a Seattle-based sex therapist and relational therapist, and I am glad we have the chance to connect.
Whether engaged in partnerships or embracing our solitude, one of the most magnificent gifts this existence bestows upon us is the capacity to explore and express our sexuality, forging profound connections with those who share our desires.
When we learn how to better embrace our sexuality, alone or with others, we unearth a profound sense of purpose that propels us beyond the boundaries we once perceived. My principles and methodologies are deeply rooted in the understanding that there is immense value in sexual connection, passionate exploration of life, and emotional vulnerability.
Rather than distant objectives to be achieved, these facets of our sexual selves are integral to our daily lives. I adopt a process-oriented approach to life, modeling this for my clients, recognizing that such attentiveness and mindful exploration offer us the freedom to evolve and feel more alive, unburdened by the past and unencumbered by fears of what the future holds.
Hi, I'm Sean.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist based in Seattle. I work with individuals, couples, and relational systems navigating challenges related to intimacy, communication, identity, anxiety, and life transitions.
Whether you’re healing from past wounds, seeking a deeper sense of connection, or exploring how to live more fully in your own skin, therapy can offer clarity and momentum. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in both clinical expertise and real-world insight.
You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. Wherever you are in your process, we’ll meet it together.
Sex Therapy
Explore desire, overcome shame, and reconnect with your body and identity in a sex-positive, affirming space.
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Support for anxiety, identity, trauma, and transitions. A space to reflect, heal, and reorient toward your values.
Learn MoreRelationship Therapy
Repair disconnection, deepen intimacy, and build new ways of relating. I work with all relational structures and identities.
Learn MoreMarriage Therapy
Support for couples navigating conflict, distance, or desire to grow. I help partners reconnect, repair, and move forward together.
Learn MoreMarathon Therapy
For couples who need deep, focused work. This immersive format offers extended sessions to address complex dynamics in a single day or weekend.
Learn MoreSupervision & Consultation
I offer AASECT and LMFT supervision for therapists seeking guidance in sex therapy, systems work, or clinical development.
Learn MoreHow I Work With Clients
I meet you where you are — with clarity, care, and a commitment to helping you uncover what’s most true in your life and relationships. Whether you’re arriving with specific goals or just a sense that something’s not working, our work unfolds collaboratively.
Therapy with me isn’t performative. You don’t need to be polished, ready, or even clear about what you need. What matters is that we begin with honesty — and build from there.
This is space for deep work, gentle challenge, and honoring the parts of you that might still be finding voice.
Let’s Start the Conversation
If something here resonates with you — even if you’re not sure what comes next — that’s enough. Reach out. Whether it’s a first consult, a returning step, or simply a question you’ve carried for a while, you’re welcome to begin.
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The Therapy Blog is where I share reflections, resources, and real-world tools for navigating intimacy, anxiety, relational tension, and everything in between.
Whether you're exploring individual growth or seeking clarity in your relationships, you’ll find grounded, practical posts shaped by my work as a sex therapist and relational therapist in Seattle.
