About me
Hi, I’m Alex. I'm a psychosexual and relationship therapist and qualified social worker with almost a decade of experience supporting people through complex emotional, relational and sexual difficulties.
I work with individuals and couples navigating sex, intimacy, relationships, desire, betrayal, shame, compulsive sexual behaviours, communication difficulties, sexual confidence, kink, BDSM, non-traditional relationships, and the general messiness of being human.
Sex and relationships can feel complicated. Sometimes things stop working the way they used to. Sometimes shame gets in the way. Sometimes you feel disconnected from your partner, stuck in the same argument on repeat, or unsure how you ended up where you are. Other times, you may simply want to understand yourself better; your sexuality, fantasies, desires, identity, or what feels authentic to you.
Therapy with me is warm, direct, collaborative and non-judgemental. I’m not the kind of therapist who sits silently nodding while you do all the hard work. I bring honesty, curiosity and practical support into the room. We may laugh, cry, swear a little, challenge old patterns, and talk about the things that often feel “too awkward” or “too much” to say out loud.
Alongside private practice, I have extensive experience as a social worker and within children and family mental health services (CAMHS), including specialist roles involving trauma, attachment, relationships, emotional wellbeing and sexual behaviour. My approach is integrative, meaning I tailor therapy to you, rather than forcing you into a one-size-fits-all approach.
I offer a sex-positive, LGBTQ+ inclusive, kink-aware and neurodiversity-affirming space where all parts of you are welcome.
I commonly support clients with:
- Sex and intimacy concerns
- Relationship difficulties and communication challenges
- Desire discrepancy and mismatched libido
- Erectile difficulties, orgasm difficulties, painful sex and sexual confidence
- Compulsive sexual behaviours / problematic pornography use
- Betrayal, trust, affairs and rebuilding after rupture
- Exploring sexuality, identity, fantasies and kink/BDSM
- Shame, anxiety and self-esteem linked to sex and relationships
Consensual non-monogamy and alternative relationship structures - Dating, attachment and recurring relationship patterns
Nothing is off limits here. You do not need to have the “right words” or have everything figured out before starting therapy.
If you’re looking for a therapist who is human, straight-talking and genuinely understands how complicated sex and relationships can feel, I’d love to hear from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
- Diploma in Working with Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder - The Laurel Centre (ongoing)
- Diploma in Clinical Sexology and Relationship Therapy (COSRT Registered) – Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology (2025)
- Foundation in Counselling Skills and Practice – Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology (2023)
- MA Social Work (Merit) – University of York (2016)
- BA (Hons) Children, Young People and Families with Education Studies (2:1) – York St John University (2014)
- British Sign Language (Level 1) (2014)
Additional Professional Training & Continuing Professional Development
- Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) Training – Pink Therapy (Ongoing)
- Miscarriage Matters - Foundation for Infant Loss (2026)
- Sex Worker Awareness - Voices of Experience (2026)
- Intimate Lives Matter: Sex and The Care Act - Social Work England (2026)
- Intimacy and Sex in Relation to a Cancer Diagnosis (2026)
- Compassion Focused Approaches to Psychosexual Problems – The Compassionate Mind Foundation (2025)
- DBT-Informed Skills Training (2024)
- Harmful Sexual Behaviour / Sexual Harm Training – Lucy Faithfull Foundation (2024)
- Fostering Healthy Intimacy and Relationships Through Young Adulthood – COSRT (2024)
- Sexual Medicine & Psychosexual Health CPD – BSSM (2023)
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Therapeutic Attachment and Attachment-Informed Practice
- Eating Disorder Awareness
- Mental Health Assessment and Risk Management
- Domestic Abuse Risk Assessment Training
- Safeguarding Children and Adults
- Self-Harm and Emotional Wellbeing Training
Professional Experience
Alongside private practice, I have almost a decade of experience as a qualified social worker across mental health, safeguarding, specialist CAMHS services, looked after children’s mental health, sexual harm services, and Single Point of Access (SPA/front door) mental health assessment. I have experience delivering psychosexual and relationship therapy in both private practice and NHS sexual health settings.
I have a particular interest in working with gender, sex and relationship diversity (GSRD), kink/BDSM, compulsive sexual behaviours, intimacy concerns, and relationship difficulties.
Member organisations
COSRT is the UK’s leading membership organisation for therapists specialising in sexual and relationship issues.
All members must abide by their Code of Ethics and the performance of accredited members is regularly monitored.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Fees
£45.00 - £150.00
Additional information
- Psychosexual Therapy - £100 / 50 mins
- Relationship Therapy - £150 / 50 mins
- Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Therapy - £45 / 50 mins (low cost due to additional training)
I offer a limited number of low-cost sessions for those who may be unable to access therapy otherwise. Please feel free to contact me to discuss this option.
I offer an introductory telephone call to help us get to know each other before arranging the first session. Please drop me an email if you'd like to book in!
