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Sex Therapy for Palo Alto, CA via Telehealth

Palo Alto telehealth sex therapy with Stephen Snyder MD. NYC's most sought-after sex therapist and relationship expert is now seeing California patients via telehealth.
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Sex Therapy for Palo Alto, CA

Stephen Snyder, MD

Most people are surprised to learn how common sex and relationship problems actually are.  And how quickly things can improve when you work with someone who knows what they're doing.

I've spent more than 30 years developing brief, practical approaches to sexual and relationship difficulties that get results without open-ended therapy. I'm now seeing individuals and couples in Palo Alto, CA, through HIPAA-compliant video telehealth sessions.

My approach is straightforward:  Figure out what’s gone wrong, then show you how to make it better.  No mental games.  This approach has earned me recognition as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and a New York Magazine Best Doctor — consistently, for over a decade.

If you're in California and looking for specialized help with sexual or relationship concerns, telehealth now makes it possible to work together without the commute.

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Specialized Help for Sex and Relationship Concerns

Dr. Snyder offers help for a wide range of sexual and relationship issues, including:
Sexless Marriage

Sexless Marriage

Sex can wane for all kinds of reasons, from low desire to marital conflict to simply bad sex. But sexlessness eventually becomes self-perpetuating. Treatment starts with exploring exactly what went wrong, then formulating an action plan to help repair your erotic bond.
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Trouble Ejaculating

Trouble Ejaculating / Delayed Ejaculation (DE)

DE is unexpectedly common, and can be surprisingly simple to treat. But few sex therapists know how. Dr Snyder has pioneered new, ultra-brief treatments for DE and has helped hundreds of men with this condition – including some who’ve never ejaculated in their lives.
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Premature Ejaculation (PE)

Premature Ejaculation (PE)

Premature ejaculation is the most common male sexual condition, and the most frequently misunderstood. As an MD sex therapist, Dr Snyder has decades of experience with psychological techniques – plus medication as needed – to achieve optimal results.
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Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

ED involves both the mind and body. Treatment requires a full understanding of both. As an MD sex therapist, Dr Snyder has decades of experience combining medical and psychological treatments to enable almost any man to experience confident erections again.
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Low Libido

Low Libido

Desire problems can be complicated. Treatment should be personalized, evidence-based, and should start with a careful review of your story. By the end of your first appointment, you should have a clear conception of the problem and a real plan for making things better.
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Therapy Through TeleHealth Video Sessions

I see patients in Palo Alto — and throughout California — via HIPAA-compliant video. It's the same work, the same conversation, just without the cross-country flight.

Telehealth works well for this kind of therapy. The sessions are private, scheduling is flexible, and you don't have to leave your house to access the same care I provide to my Manhattan patients.

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Why Individuals and Couples Trust Dr. Stephen Snyder

Dr. Snyder’s practice is exclusively devoted to sexual and relationship issues. His more than three decades of clinical work reflect a lifelong commitment to specialized study and expertise in this field.

Nationally Recognized:

Dr. Snyder's writing, media appearances, and clinical work have earned him a reputation well beyond NYC. He's helped more than 2,500 individuals and couples — and counting.

Clear Goals, Real Plan:

He'll help you identify exactly what you want to change, and put together a concrete plan to get there — without vague timelines or open-ended treatment.

Medical and Psychological, Both:

Sexual concerns rarely fit neatly into one category. As a physician and a sex therapist, Dr. Snyder can address the physical and the emotional sides of the problem — often in the same conversation.

No Judgment. Ever:

His office is a zero-judgment zone. That's not a policy — it's just how he works.

Brief by Design:

Most sex and relationship problems don't require years of therapy. Dr. Snyder's approach is deliberately time-limited, and he aims to deliver real results in as few sessions as possible.

When Other Therapy Hasn't Helped:

He regularly works with people who've already tried therapy — or even sex therapy — without success. That's not unusual. It's often where the most useful work begins.

No Travel Required:

Individuals and couples in Palo Alto get the same care via secure, confidential telehealth video sessions — from wherever you are in California.

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Deciding to see a sex and relationship therapist can be your first step toward a more satisfying intimate life.
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What You Can Expect

Getting started is simple: 

  • After your initial contact, we'll schedule a time to meet that works for your schedule
  • Before your appointment, I'll send you a secure link to join our video session
  • At your appointment time, simply click the link—no special software or downloads required. 

Every appointment takes place via secure video in a confidential, non-judgmental space. The highest privacy standards are maintained through HIPAA-compliant technology.

Initial appointments typically run 90+ minutes, allowing uninterrupted time to discuss your concerns at length—then to discuss treatment options, strategies, and risks vs benefits.

Expect to leave your first visit with actionable steps you can implement immediately.

What to Expect During Sex Therapy
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Considering Sex Therapy, But Not Sure?

Dr. Snyder's acclaimed book Love Worth Making offers a behind-the-scenes perspective on contemporary sex therapy through compelling case stories drawn from his more than 30 years of clinical work.  

For more information, check out FAQ’s HERE – or read Chapter 1 for free HERE.

Curious about sex therapy?  Love Worth Making can help you decide if Dr Snyder might be the right choice for you.

Schedule An Appointment Today

If you’re in Palo Alto or anywhere in California, Dr. Snyder is here to help. Deciding to see a sex and relationship therapist can be your first step toward a more satisfying intimate life.

Call (917) 270-0384 or complete the form below to find out what sex and relationship therapy might do for you.


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