LEANN BORNEMAN, LCSW, CST
Sexologist & Certified Sex Therapist 

Growing up, I often felt like nobody really got me. It was like I was surrounded by rules about how to act and who I should be, which made things really challenging for me, even though I was always doing my best. Getting diagnosed with ADHD later on really changed my perspective—suddenly, everything clicked into place! But with that clarity came the realization that I had a lot of work to do to unpack all the messages I had received over the years about who I was supposed to be.

I found that this really affected my personal life, especially when it came to relationships and intimacy. It seemed like no one was discussing how ADHD impacts these areas. I worked hard on rebuilding my own empowerment and trust, but I still found it challenging to bring that same sense of empowerment and trust into my relationships and intimate experiences.

I became a sex therapist because let's face it—sex and intimacy are part of our everyday lives, but the way we're taught about them often misses the mark. We get so much mixed messaging from the media, friends, family, and even schools that it can be tough to figure out what's real. I remember sitting in Starbucks while working on my bachelor’s degree, reading about female anatomy, and just blurting out, “THAT’S WHAT THAT IS?!?!”. It was a lightbulb moment for me! I realized I’d never really been taught about bodies—my own or anyone else's. How can we have empathy for ourselves or others when we don’t even receive accurate information about sexuality? That's why I felt called to this path.

I work with clients who have explored every avenue but still feel stuck and disconnected in their sexuality. I’m here to help you break free from those feelings! Together, we’ll create a supportive space where you can explore how to set yourself up for success. Let’s also challenge those narrow ideas of what success in relationships and intimacy should look like. Together, we aim to shift perspectives from a neurotypical viewpoint to one that embraces the unique experiences associated with ADHD. You deserve to find what truly works for you! 

Concentration of work:

·       Sexual Dysfunctions (i.g., Erectile Disorder, Diminished Desire, Pelvic Pain)

·       BDSM/Kink

·       ADHD in relationships and sex 

·       Desire/ Pleasure 

·       Porn/sex addiction  

·       Paraphilia's

·       Women’s health including Perimenopause and Post Menopause

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EDUCATION and WORK

I hold a Master's degree in Social Welfare from Stony Brook University and have been practicing since 2019. In addition to my private practice, I also teach college-level psychology courses, including Introduction to Psychology, Child Development, and Human Sexuality.

MEMBERSHIPS:

AASECT member : 1428943

CERTIFICATIONS:

Certified Sex Therapist 

AASECT Certified Sex Therapist 

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