About me
Couples Counselling and Psychosexual Therapy in Essex and Online.
Sex, intimacy and relationships can be difficult to talk about — especially when things feel stuck, painful, distant or confusing. I offer specialist Psychosexual Therapy and Relationship Therapy for individuals, couples and people in diverse relationship styles who want help with sexual difficulties, intimacy, communication, desire or the impact of betrayal.
You may be looking for support because sex has become pressured, avoided or painful. You may be struggling with low desire, mismatched desire, erectile difficulties, ejaculation difficulties, orgasm difficulties, vaginismus or pain on penetration. You may be worried about pornography, sexual behaviour, shame, secrecy or loss of confidence.
Others come because their relationship feels disconnected, arguments keep repeating, trust has been damaged, or an affair has left both people unsure how to move forward.
I aim to offer a calm, respectful and practical space where difficult conversations can feel more manageable. You do not need to arrive with the perfect words. Part of the work is helping you understand what has been happening, what you each need, and what might help things begin to change.
I am trained in both Psychosexual Therapy and Relationship Therapy, which means we can explore the emotional, relational and physical aspects of sexual and relationship difficulties. My work is integrative and tailored to you, drawing on relationship therapy, psychosexual therapy, CBT, Human Givens, Imago, person-centred and relational approaches.
Therapy may help you to:
Understand the patterns keeping you stuck
Talk more openly about sex, intimacy and needs
Reduce shame, pressure or avoidance
Rebuild trust after betrayal or secrecy
Develop practical strategies and exercises where helpful
Reconnect emotionally, physically and sexually
I work with individuals, couples, queer relationships, non-monogamous relationships, polyamorous relationships and throuples. My approach is warm, down-to-earth and directive where needed.
I offer sessions in Essex and online via Zoom.
Training, qualifications & experience
Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Sexology and Relationship Therapy (Level 7, COSRT accredited)
Certificate in Counselling Skills and Practice (COSRT and NCIP accredited)
StopSO Certificate Managing Sexual Risk
StopSO Working Therapeutically with Children (aged 12-18 years) and their Families
COSRT-certified Online Therapy training
My experience includes working as a Psychosexual Therapist with Relate, providing therapy to NHS, Royal Air Force and University of Cambridge clients.
I am a Tutor at the Institute of Psychosexual Psychotherapy and Mentoring Co-Ordinator at Pink Therapy.
I also have a background in broadcast journalism and teaching, which supports my focus on clear, supportive communication in therapy. I have lived experience of gender, sex and relationship diversity and work affirmatively with LGBTQ+, kink and non-monogamous communities.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
- Compulsive Sexual Behaviour (CSB)
- Out of Control Sexual Behaviour
- Obesity and Sex
- Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity
Therapies offered
Fees
£80.00 - £155.00
Additional information
Psychosexual Therapy individuals: £80
Psychosexual / Relationship Therapy £90
Problematic Pornography & Sex Use Therapy: £80
Payment is made before each session.
72-hour cancellation policy (late cancellations charged in full).
Free brief phone consultation available.
My fees are kept competitive so that specialist therapy is more accessible.
When I work
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Further information
I am COSRT Online Therapy trained, certified and experienced to offer a safe therapeutic experience online.
I am an ethical practitioner and work within my professional competence. I do not offer an emergency or crisis service. If you are experiencing severe clinical depression or high risk, I will discuss referral to appropriate support.
