Transformational Therapy for Connection, Pleasure, & Love

Personalized therapy for adults in Delaware and Pennsylvania

"Love and intimacy thrive on understanding, trust, and open communication—no matter your journey, identity, or challenges. True connection is built when we embrace authenticity and support each other without judgment."

Intimate Communication

Good relationships require more than just love—they require real communication. But when shame, fear, or past wounds get in the way, we can struggle to say what we mean, hear what’s being said, or feel truly understood. Whether you're struggling to ask for what you need, express emotions, or navigate conflict without shutting down (or blowing up), we’ll work together to help you communicate with confidence, clarity, and connection.

Sexuality

Sexuality is complex—personal, emotional, and deeply tied to identity. Whether you’re struggling with unwanted behaviors, performance anxiety, shame around desires, or just a sense that something feels off, we’ll explore what’s going on beneath the surface. This isn’t about judgment; it’s about understanding, healing, and building a healthier, more authentic relationship with your sexuality.

Self-Esteem, Boundaries, Codependency & People-Pleasing

You’ve spent a lifetime being the “reliable one,” the “nice one,” the one who keeps the peace. But at what cost? When your self-worth is tied to how much you do for others, it’s easy to lose sight of you. Together, we’ll untangle the beliefs that keep you overextending, over-apologizing, and over-functioning. You’ll learn how to set boundaries without guilt, say no without panic, and start valuing yourself—not just for what you do, but for who you are.

Shame

Shame isn’t just an emotion—it’s a trap. It keeps you small, stuck, and convinced that something is wrong with you. But here’s the truth: Shame lies. It distorts reality and blocks growth. Therapy isn’t about fixing you (because you’re not broken). It’s about helping you see yourself differently, with honesty and self-compassion, so you can step out of shame and into real change.
David Schwartz, PhD (LCSW)

Hi, I'm David.

I help people talk about the hard stuff—sex, shame, identity, connection—without judgment. For nearly 20 years, I’ve created space for clients to face what feels stuck and build lives that feel more honest and alive.

My path to therapy started in the music world, driven by a love of connection. That led to two master’s degrees, a PhD in Human Sexuality, and a deep commitment to helping people grow—not through shame, but through clarity, compassion, and curiosity.

Ready to get started? Let’s talk. 

Our services

Here's how we can help

Our compassionate approach helps you navigate challenges, foster connection, and enhance your well-being.

Marriage and relationships

That feeling of deep connection with a partner is one of the most wonderful and powerful experiences human beings know how to have. But as the landscape of life changes, those feelings can change, too.

We'll help you navigate those changes, and find each other again.

Sex in relationships

No two people are the same, so it's normal to have different sexual wants and needs. But too many of us get sexuality tangled up with shame and misinformation, and too few of us are taught how to work out sexual differences.

We'll help you cultivate an intimate life that connects you to your partner in ways that are joyful, pleasurable, intimate, meaningful, and satisfying-even in spite of significant differences.

Sexual Dysfunction and dysfunction

Concerns about sexual "plumbing" (how your body works) can do serious damage to your feelings about yourself-and create surprisingly big problems in relationships! Low desire, arousal problems (like low lubrication or erectile dysfunction), orgasm problems (like rapid ejaculation, or difficulty having an orgasm), and even sexual pain can be successfully treated.

Alternative sexualities

Many therapists are unprepared to help address the issues and challenges that accompany non-traditional lifestyles and identities.

If you're a member of the LGBTQ community, polyamorous, a swinger, or participating in a BD/DS/SM or other lifestyle, rest assured that we will treat you with understanding and respect.

Problematic sexuality

Sexuality has tremendous power as a source of joy and pleasure in our lives. But that same power can, for some of us, lead us down roads that can cause harm to us and to those we love.

If your sexual behavior or interests concern you, we can help. We have considerable experience treating compulsive sexual behavior ("sex addiction") as well as managing sexual interests and behavior that are risky, harmful, or illegal.

Know that our approach to these issues is compassionate, non-shaming, and completely confidential (wihin legal limits).

Take the first step toward better relationship today

Whether you're facing challenges in relationships, intimacy, or personal growth, we’re here to help. Take the first step—reach out today and start your journey toward positive change.