Sex Therapy
"There is no such thing as a product. Don't ever think there is. There is only sex. Everything is sex … is a universal truth."
— The Office, Season 8, Episode 22
Sexuality is one of the most powerful parts of being human. It shapes how we see ourselves, how we connect with others, and how we experience pleasure and intimacy. Yet many people lack a safe space to explore, learn, heal, and talk openly about sex.
Sex therapy provides a confidential, non-judgmental space to discuss sexual concerns. My role is to bring curiosity, compassion, and evidence-based strategies to help you reconnect with your body, your partner or partners, and your sexuality. I may also suggest exercises to practice between sessions to support your goals.
My journey in sex therapy began during my time as a school social worker, where I provided sex-positive education and counselling for youth navigating questions and concerns about sexuality. From there, I moved into a family social worker role, supporting individuals and couples who had experienced sexual challenges. These early experiences deepened my commitment to creating safe and supportive spaces for people to talk about sex and intimacy. I have pursued, and continue to pursue, specialized training in sex therapy to strengthen my knowledge and skills in this field. Since 2024, I have been working as a counsellor in a sex therapy clinic in Vancouver, where I provide specialized sex therapy for individuals and couples seeking support with sexual concerns.
I work with individuals and couples of all genders, orientations, and relationship structures, including LGBTQ2S+ clients and those in consensual non-monogamous relationships. My approach is sex-positive, kink-aware, and culturally sensitive. Sessions can be individual or couple/relationship therapy.
What you can expect in Sex Therapy
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A safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment
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Practical strategies and exercises to support healing, growth, and sexual empowerment
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Attention to both physical and emotional aspects of sexuality
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Respect for your values, culture, identity, and relationship structure
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A collaborative approach, where you set the pace and define your goals
Common Areas I Can Support You In
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Erectile Difficulties & Dysfunction
Struggling to achieve or maintain an erection can feel isolating and frustrating. Pressure to perform often worsens the experience. Together, we explore physical, psychological, and relational factors and use techniques and tools to ease anxiety, rebuild confidence, and restore intimacy.
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Rapid or Delayed Ejaculation
Whether sexual experiences happen too fast or not at all, these challenges can create tension and anxiety. Therapy helps you understand underlying causes, develop strategies to regain control, reduce shame, and re-engage with sex in a comfortable and enjoyable way.
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Performance Anxiety & Sexual Confidence
Worries about doing it right or body-image concerns can interfere with pleasure. We focus on managing anxious thoughts, easing pressure, and rebuilding confidence so you can prioritize connection rather than performance.
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Desire Discrepancy
Desire naturally shifts across time, stress, and life stages, but mismatched or absent desire can create stress, self-doubt, or disconnection. In therapy, we explore influences such as stress, mental health, hormones, and relationship dynamics, and we work to bring intimacy and pleasure back into your life.
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Sexual Behaviour & Control
Sometimes sexual behaviours such as pornography use, compulsive masturbation, or sex can feel out of control or interfere with life, relationships, or finances. Therapy helps you understand underlying drivers, develop healthier coping tools, and restore balance so sexuality feels like choice rather than compulsion.
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LGBTQIA2S+ Concerns & Sexual Identity
Sexual identity and orientation can be fluid and complex. Some experiences bring joy and empowerment; others bring confusion, fear, or conflict with family or culture. Therapy offers a safe space to explore identity, whether you are questioning, coming out, or deepening self-acceptance.
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Ethical Non-Monogamy & Polyamory
Even though monogamy is considered the norm and expectation in our society now, it might not fit everyone’s needs and preferences. Opening a relationship, navigating jealousy, or practicing consensual non-monogamy requires trust and communication. I support individuals and couples exploring ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, or open relationships to strengthen clarity, honesty, and connection.
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Kink & BDSM
I am a kink-aware therapist*. Your erotic interests are valid and worth understanding. Whether you and/or your partner(s) are curious about exploring kink, struggling with shame around your desires, or wanting to navigate BDSM safely, I provide a non-judgmental space to understand your desires, set boundaries, and explore your sexuality in a safe, consensual, and informed way.
*Kink-aware therapists have more knowledge and experience, having worked with kink-identified clients in the past. Kink-friendly therapists are open to working with clients who engage in kink without judgment, but their level of knowledge about kinky culture and activities is limited.
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Healing from Sexual Shame, Trauma, or Negative Experiences
Past experiences, whether stemming from cultural messages, early experiences of shame, or sexual trauma, can leave lasting effects on how we experience sex and intimacy today. Therapy provides a gentle and supportive space to process these experiences, release shame, and move toward a more empowered, embodied, and integrated sexual self.
My background as a social worker specializing in intimate partner violence equips me to work thoughtfully with survivors of sexual violence, marital rape, and other forms of sexual abuse. I am here to walk alongside you on this journey, providing support, understanding, and evidence-informed strategies to help you reclaim safety, trust, and pleasure in your body and relationships.
For individuals who have perpetrated harm, therapy can focus on emotion regulation, impulse control, and understanding the underlying factors contributing to harmful behaviours. This work aims to support accountability, reduce risk, and help you develop healthier sexual expression.
