Louise Paitel

Clinical psychologist, certified sexologist and scientific researcher

Louise Paitel is a clinical psychologist who specialises in cognitive and behavioural therapy and sexology. In 2012, she obtained a diploma in psychology after having studied in Rennes, Madrid and Paris. She then continued her studies for a further 3 years to become specialised in short-term counselling (CBT).

Before deciding to launch her freelance business in 2018, she spent multiple years working in hospitals and then in medico-psychological centres. In her eyes, psychology is above all, a philosophy of life, and she takes inspiration from different schools of thought so that she can accompany her patients in their return to a fulfilling life, where optimism and pleasure take pride of place.

Through years of experience, she came to understand that sexual difficulties can impact and limit the happiness of her patients. She began to read up on the subject, listen to podcasts and converse with the people around her when eventually, the need to specialise in sexology became clear. In 2021, she decided to return to university, this time in Marseille, to pursue studies in clinical sexology for which she received her diploma in 2024.

Nowadays, she works as a tutor and researcher in sexology and addictology at the University Côte d’Azur, in Nice. Her work often leads her to take part in conferences centered around the interaction between technology and intimacy.

She has previously conducted a study looking at the impact of smartphone use on couples sex lives, and is in the process of creating a therapy programme aimed towards couples experiencing problems related to this subject (publication forthcoming). She is currently at the beginning of work that looks into sexbot, sex doll and chatbot users. Alongside her research, she continues to welcome patients into her private practice, both individuals as well as couples.

Since 2025, Louise Paitel has been working in partnership with the brand LOVE AND VIBES, as an independent associate editor. She has a hand in validating and creating content designed to inform and guide internet users with all subjects pertaining to sexual and interpersonal well-being through an enlightened, well-meaning approach.