FAQs

  • Like most other forms of psychotherapy, sex therapy is exclusively talk therapy. It involves meeting with a therapist on a regular basis to talk about how to overcome whatever issue a person has identified. In exchange, the therapist shares their knowledge of human sexuality and expertise in working with sexual functioning and relationship challenges. I specialize in working with folks around intimacy, communication, power dynamic, and non traditional lifestyles. I also have a passion for working with adults in the LGBTQIA+, kink, BDSM, fetish, polyamorous/non-monogamous, trans/gender-nonconforming/non-binary, and sex work communities.

    ‘Sex’ might not be the reason you’re seeking therapy, but it’s important to have a therapist who is sex positive, kink-knowledgeable and poly-affirming, standing with you in solidarity and community.


  • Yes! I offer a free 15-minute video consultation to determine if we might be a good fit to work together.

    I tend to ask potential clients about what they are looking to get out of treatment to determine if this is something I can provide or have experience in. I also encourage potential clients to ask me questions during this call.

  • 50-minute Individual Session - $175
    50-minute Partner/Polycule Session - $200

    To increase access we offer a set number of sliding scale slots. See ‘Fees’ for information on lower cost appointments.

    Please note longer sessions are available at an additional cost and may be indicated based on size of polycule.

  • I do not take insurance. I understand that the use of insurance makes therapy more accessible for many but it often creates more problems than it solves.

    I offer limited sliding scale slots to increase access.

    If you are interested in utilizing out-of-network benefits you can contact your insurance company. I am partnered with Mentaya to support clients with using OON benefits via superbilling.

    To understand the factors that informed this decision please see this post: Why Your Therapist Opted Out (And Why You Should Be Angry at Insurance, Not Them)

    For more information please see Beacon and Thrizer’s 2025 Report

    While Project Passion Therapy is not credentialed with insurance, Amber Lavendel maintains a small caseload with limited slots through an external platform offering individual therapy in-network. When onboarding with Project Passion Therapy you are acknowledging that all services rendered are out-of-network.

  • A superbill is like a receipt that you can submit to insurance companies for reimbursement for OON services.

    Click here to Understand Superbilling and Maximize your OON Benefits

    Passion Project Therapy is partnered with Mentaya to support clients with superbilling.

    If you choose to superbill insurance will require a diagnosis.

  • Sessions are paid at the time of service using the Ivy Pay system which can store a credit card on file.

    When clients are onboarded they receive a text to sign up for Ivy. All MA clients are required to have a credit card on file during the course of treatment. CT clients are able to keep a card on file for their convenience or pay at the time of service.

  • Project Passion Therapy requires weekly appointments to clients at the start of treatment. This cadence is essential in order to build the therapeutic relationship needed for true healing.

    Changing the frequency of appointments is a collaborative decision to be addressed through the progression of the work.

  • “Project Passion” serves as both a name and a mission statement. At my core I believe that integrating our passions into our lives creates purpose, meaning, and fosters self-actualization. I view this work and creating this space as my on-going life's work. Additionally, I wanted my practice name to also suggest intimacy without explicitly outing my clients as being in sex therapy which can be stigmatizing so ‘passion’ is also a subtle nod to the sexy side of the work.

  • Project Passion Therapy is fully virtual at this time. Being virtual allows people outside of my geographical location to access more specialized services and can take sessions during the work day. I understand that telehealth is not a good fit for everyone and I can provide referrals to in-person services if that is requested.

  • Taking the leap into therapy can be quite stressful if you don’t know what to expect. I start all sessions with a more structured intake that helps me better understand your history and life- for couples and polycules I will see each partner individually to complete this intake before we meet as a team.

  • To see if you qualify for sliding scale services please click here.

    To increase access we offer sliding scale appointments to a set number of clients. There may be a waitlist for these lower fee and pro-bono appointments.