Dr. Stephanie Buehler

Hello! Curious about me? My passion is helping people discover intimacy, in and out of the bedroom. My journey as a psychologist began long ago when I developed a natural interest in what makes people think, say, and do the things they do. Although I majored in English at UCLA and hold a Master of Professional Writing degree from USC, my background in liberal arts has helped me understand the human mind and spirit.

I came to be a sex therapist in a round about way. I worked with people with chronic illness and cancer, which lead to a partnership with an endocrinologist--a doctor who specializes in hormones. She encouraged me to pursue specialization in sex therapy. Sounded like a great idea! As it turned out, it was a wonderful idea. I love helping my clients, and I feel most rewarded when someone has an insight or changes a behavior that unlocks a new door into understanding their sexuality.

I have a private practice in Newport Beach, California at The Buehler Institute. In 2012 I wrote my third book concerning sex entitled What Every Mental Health Professional Needs to Know about Sex, which will be published by Springer. I enjoy instructing and supervising other therapists who want to help their clients with sexual concerns. I just started my continuing education venture, www.LearnSexTherapy.com.

Thank you for visiting my "about me" page. Please visit my websites and blog, below, to learn more about my private practice and my books, Sex, Love, and Mental Illness: A Couples' Guide to Staying Connected, and Sex & Passion: The Essential Guide.