KATHRYN SPRENGEL
KARPOS Co-Founder & Partner, LPC Associate (under the supervision of Beverly Ross, LPC-S)M.A. Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine University B.B.A. Economics & Public Administration, Baylor University
Certified Sex Therapy Associate through the American Board of Christian Sex Therapists (ABCST) currently under consultation
Most of the people I work with are accomplished, capable, and used to solving hard problems—yet something in their marriage, their sex life, or their sense of self feels stuck in a way effort alone hasn’t fixed. My own background in finance and executive recruiting taught me that what starts in the boardroom rarely stays there: the same perfectionism and control that make someone excellent at work can be exactly what keeps them from feeling close to their spouse.
I work with individuals and couples on:
Sexual pain and dysfunction, including vaginismus, painful intercourse, and difficulties with arousal, desire, or performance.
Desire discrepancies, helping partners with mismatched libidos find their way back to each other without shame or blame.
Sexual communication and education, building the vocabulary and comfort most adults were never taught, so couples can talk about sex directly instead of avoiding it.
Infidelity and betrayal trauma, whether the work ahead is rebuilding trust or finding clarity about what comes next.
Sexual abuse and trauma recovery, supporting survivors in reclaiming a sense of safety and agency in their own bodies and relationships.
Women‘s sexuality and sexual health, addressing the concerns tied to women’s bodies, life stages, and experiences that too often go unspoken.
I see both individuals and couples, and welcome clients from every background. Many appreciate a faith-informed perspective on marriage and sexuality, which shapes my approach without ever being a requirement.
Outside of session, I enjoy reading historical fiction, gardening, and fitness. I frequently play board games with my husband and three children, using these moments to teach resilience.