NA and AA are not for everybody. Other self-help organizations, such as Rational Recovery, can be equally helpful. I prefer not to answer, for a variety of fairly obvious reasons. I will go so far as to say that my many conservative and evangelical Christian clients feel that I am respectful and knowledgeable about their religious faith. I encourage religious people to incorporate their beliefs into the process of healing and personal growth.
Some women find it hard to believe that any male can see things from a woman's point of view.
In my opinion, skilled counselors can easily understand either sex's point of view, without much difficulty. The skill and personality of the counselor is much more important than his or her sex. Additionally, women who have often experienced hurt and disappointment in their relations with men may find renewed hope if they have a good experience with a male counselor. Of course, if a woman prefers a female counselor, she has a right to make that choice for herself. Often, when the couple learns to talk about their sexual relationship in a relaxed and constructive way, the problem takes care of itself.