Sexologists vs Sexual Health Doctors for Men – What Is the Difference?

Sexual health problems can stem from a variety of factors including physical issues and mental health issues. This is where the role of sexual health doctors and sexologists comes into play. Sexologists are trained and educated to deal with the sexual concerns of individuals and couples. Sexologists are trained mental health professionals whereas a sexual health doctor focuses on your physical health. A sexual health doctor and sexologist may work together to discuss the combination of medications, therapies, and treatments right for you.

Clinical sexologists assess and treat sexual dysfunction, sexual orientation concerns, gender identity confusion, atypical sexual interests, paraphilias, and transitioning. If you or your partner is struggling with sexual intimacy or identity, reaching out to a trusted sexologist can have immense benefits. A sexologist can help you become comfortable with physical intimacy and talk you through the mental block you may be facing in your sex life. Benefits of visiting a sexologist include:
 
• Improved sex life
• Increased comfortability around physical intimacy
• Overcoming mental barriers
• Familiarizing couples with each other’s sexual desires
• Increasing low libido or lowering excessively high libido
• Working through low confidence and self-esteem issues
• Learning to control sexual behavior and thoughts
• Getting rid of unwanted sexual fetishes and distressing sexual thoughts

There are numerous types of doctors that can help patients struggling with sexual health issues. For example, primary care physicians, sex therapists, urologists, endocrinologists, sexologists, and men’s health doctors can all diagnose and treat male sexual health problems. Although each of these doctors can treat sexual health problems, there are a few differences between them.
 
Primary care physicians will most likely refer you to a men’s health specialist. Sex therapists and clinical sexologists can help assess the mental barriers that may be blocking you from having a fulfilling sex life. Urologists can diagnose and treat issues in the urinary tract and male reproductive system. Endocrinologists help improve hormone balances and lastly, men’s health doctors can treat every sexual health concern. American Male Medical has a team of sexual health specialists and therapists that collaborate for your well-being.

Visiting a sexual health clinic can be incredibly beneficial for both your overall health and sex life. Sexual health services can help improve hormone imbalances and offer the treatment you may need to be sexually healthy. American Male Medical offers hormone replacement therapy, PT-141 peptide therapy, erectile dysfunction diagnosis and treatment, low testosterone treatment, and premature ejaculation treatment. Signs you may need to see a sexologist  include:
 
• Low sex drive
• Premature ejaculation
• Frustration and avoidance of sexual intimacy
• Erectile dysfunction
• Fatigue
• Moodiness
• Irritability
• Brain fog
• Loss of muscle mass
       
If you’re in need of a men’s health clinic, please reach out to American Male Medical. We would be more than happy to answer questions, concerns, or general inquiries you have about men’s health. For further information on sexologists and men’s sexual health, book a consultation appointment with one of our amazing doctors. We serve patients from Lewisville TX, DFW TX, Carrollton TX, Flower Mound TX, Sherman Oaks CA, Burbank CA, Glendale CA, Los Angeles CA, Irvine CA, Tustin CA, Nashville TN, Brentwood TN, and Oak Hill TN.