About
Meet Alex Tripoli, LCSW 103914
A male sex therapist who uses a sex-positive approach to help you feel seen, heard, and understood.
My Story
Why I do this work
I’m Alex Tripoli, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 103914-Licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences). I founded East Los Angeles Sex Therapy to give clients a judgment-free space to explore sex, intimacy, and relationships. Since earning my Master's in Social Work from USC in 2017, I've spent my career dedicated to mental health in both nonprofit and private practice settings. I’ve worked with clients from all walks of life: Different ages, genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, and socioeconomic statuses.
In the course of my work, I’ve learned one essential truth: no matter who you are or where you’ve been, we all crave love and human connection. But sex and relationships are complicated. Often, the struggles we’re experiencing in other parts of our lives manifest in how we relate to our loved ones. My mission is simple – I want to help you navigate those struggles so that you can heal your most important relationships and have a wonderful sex life.
In our work together, you are the expert in your own experience. This principle shapes everything I do. My approach isn’t one size fits all. I draw on a wealth of different modalities tailored to you. The result is compassionate therapy that honors the whole you.
Specialties
East Los Angeles Sex Therapy specializes in the emotional, sexual, and relationship impact of working with the following conditions:
Erectile Dysfunction & Sexual Performance Issues
Communication & Intimacy in Relationships
Open and Non-Monogamous Relationships
Premature Ejaculation
Low Testosterone & Sexual Desire
Peyronie's Disease & Sexual Pain
Vaginismus and vaginal pain
Compulsive Sexual Behaviors & Compulsive Porn Use
Fertility Concerns & Sexual Function
Reconnecting After Illness and Other Major Life Events
Prostate issues
Sexual Anxiety & Confidence
Sexual Trauma
Desire Differences in Relationships
Guiding Principles
Values you can feel in the room
Integrity
I adhere to the strictest clinical standards and treat each client with the utmost professionalism and respect.
Openness
No taboos and no fixed idea of “normal.” Every question, identity, and experience is welcome here.
Connection
Real healing happens through trust, communication, and being truly seen.
And what you can expect to feel – empathy, warmth, and a friendly, human presence – every step of the way.
The Approach
I draw on the following modalities to curate a unique experience for each client:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Insight-Oriented Therapy
Rogerian/Humanistic Approach
Problem Solving Therapy
Imago Therapy
Developmental Model for Couples (Bader & Pearson)
Get Started
I’m ready when you are.
No pressure, no judgment. Just a space to be seen, heard, and understood.