Sexual Health and Intimacy

Trauma-Informed Care

• Survivors of Abuse: We provide sensitive and supportive care for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault, helping them rebuild a healthy sense of intimacy and trust.

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• Minority Stress and Double-Minority Stress: We address the impact of minority stress, including the compounded effects of double-minority stress experienced by individuals with intersecting marginalised identities, such as race and sexual orientation.

Sex, intimacy and sexuality Issues

• Anorgasmia: Difficulty achieving orgasm, which can be addressed through a combination of education, therapy, and sometimes medical intervention.

• Erectile Dysfunction: Psychological aspects of erectile dysfunction, including anxiety and stress.

• Dyspareunia and Andospareunia: Painful intercourse, often rooted in psychological factors.

• Problematic Porn Use: Addressing compulsive or problematic pornography use that impacts relationships and daily functioning.​​​

• Sexual Desire Discrepancies: Helping individuals navigate differences in sexual desire within relationships through communication skills and therapy.

• Non-Monogamous Relationships: Providing support for individuals in consensually non-monogamous relationships, including polyamory and open relationships.

• Sex Work: Offering non-judgmental support for sex workers, addressing issues related to their work and personal lives.​​​​

• Coming Out: Supporting individuals in the process of coming out to family, friends, and colleagues, managing associated stress and anxiety.

• Living with HIV: Providing psychological support for individuals living with HIV, addressing stigma, and promoting a healthy, fulfilling life.

Inclusive and Affirming Environment

LGBT-Affirming: Our practice is inclusive and affirming of all sexual orientations and gender identities. We are committed to providing culturally competent care that respects and validates each client's unique experiences.

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Kink & BDSM Friendly: We offer a kink and BDSM-friendly environment, recognising and respecting diverse sexual practices and interests.

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Gender Affirming: Our approach supports individuals across their gender affirmation journeys, including social, legal, and medical aspects.

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HIV Friendly: We provide supportive and non-judgmental care for individuals living with HIV, addressing stigma and promoting a healthy, fulfilling life.

Therapy Approaches

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Effective for addressing issues like sexual dysfunction, performance anxiety, and negative thought patterns.​

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• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Helps clients accept their thoughts and feelings and commit to actions that align with their values, enhancing intimacy and sexual satisfaction.

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• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): Useful for managing emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness in intimate relationships.

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• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR): Helps clients process traumatic memories that impact their sexual health and intimacy.

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• Schema Therapy: Addresses deeply ingrained patterns that affect sexual health and intimacy, fostering healthier relationships and self-concepts.

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• Sensate Therapy: Focuses on reducing anxiety and increasing physical and emotional connection through structured, non-sexual touch exercises.