What we might explore together in Individual therapy:
Normalise open, shame-free conversations about sex (including masturbation, if that's part of your journey)
Explore the sexual scripts, beliefs and cultural and societal influences that may be shaping your thoughts, feelings, and experiences of sex, intimacy and relationships
Unpack the kind of intimacy you genuinely want
Talk about what pleasure means for you, including your personal turn ons (Yums)and turn-offs (Yucks)
Build self-love, and develop a deeper sense of confidence, and acceptance in your body
Work through anything else that aligns with your personal therapy goals
What the journey can look like:
Practice simple breathing techniques to help manage anxiety and stay present
Try practical tools you can use at home, like the Stop/Start Technique, Dilators or Kegels
Build a better understanding of your biological sex anatomy and how your body works
Learn how arousal and desire actually function (spoiler: it's not always spontaneous)
Shift unhelpful thinking patterns and emotional spirals
Develop strategies for emotional regulation and managing stress
What we might explore together in couple therapy:
Talk openly and honestly about what you're feeling
Communicate more clearly, without blame or judgement
Understand what's not working and why it hurts
Rebuild trust and emotional closeness
Explore the kind of (partnered) sex you really want
Navigate non-traditional relationships (like open relationships or poly), if that's part of your journey
Explore the use of sex toys, lube, kink/BDSM, porn, if these are areas you're curious to understand more about
Work through anything else that aligns with your therapy goals
What the journey can look like:
Learn practical communication techniques
Discover your love languages, and how they show up in your relationship
Explore whether you're more of a "sexy brain" or "sexy body" type (it matters!)
Use the Wheel of Consent to better understand your boundaries, especially if you're someone who struggles to say no (i.e., not to disappoint your partner)
Experience Sensate Focus practices, a gentle way to rebuild physical connection without (performance) pressure
Not sure which area to start with? Let’s talk it through