Sex & Relationship Therapy
When sex, intimacy, or your relationship feels difficult, confusing, or just not right, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space where you can talk openly about what's happening and begin to understand what you need.
What I can help with: sex and relationship challenges
You may be experiencing pain or discomfort during sex, loss of desire or low libido, different levels of sexual desire in a relationship, erectile difficulties, challenges with arousal or orgasm, sex after childbirth or other life changes, communication difficulties around sex and intimacy, feeling disconnected from your partner, anxiety, shame or embarrassment about sex, difficult or upsetting sexual experiences, relationship challenges and conflict, questions about sexual identity or preferences.
Whatever brings you here, we can explore it together in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental way.
Therapy with me
I believe therapy works best when we can work together openly, at a pace that feels right for you.
My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed. Together, we’ll explore what’s happening for you, including the experiences and patterns that may be affecting your life. Then, together, we’ll make sense of what you’re experiencing and find ways forward that feel right for you.
You don’t need to know exactly what you need from therapy when you begin. We can work that out together and establish your therapy goals.
I work with individuals and couples of all backgrounds, orientations and relationship styles, including people who are queer, kinky or non-monogamous.
My aim is to offer a space where you can feel understood, accepted and able to talk openly about things that may be difficult to talk about elsewhere.
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Academic Background
Core Training in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) 2025-2027- in progress
MSc Psychosexual Therapy - University of Lancashire, in progress
Postgraduate Diploma in Psychosexual Therapy - University of Lancashire
Postgraduate Certificate in Psychosexual Therapy - University of Lancashire
BA (Hons) Integrative Counselling - Worcester University
Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling - Worcester University
Additional Training
Couples Counselling Certificate
Online and Telephone Counselling
Working with Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Continuing Professional Development
Trauma
Self-harm and suicide risk
Neurodiversity
Existential Therapy
Somatic Experiencing
Respectful Parenting
Nonviolent Communication
Wheel of Consent
Counselling & Psychosexual Therapy Experience
Trainee Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist at a charity organisation providing relationship counselling (2024-2025)
Private Practice Counsellor - in-person, online and outdoor therapy (2021-2023)
Over four years' experience working as a counsellor supporting clients affected by trauma at a sexual abuse support centre (2018-2022)
Relevant Experience
Counselling Placement Coordinator
Lecturer in Counselling Ethics and Diversity
Professional Memberships
Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP)
Registered Member of the College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (COSRT)
Professional Practice
Fully insured
DBS checked
GDPR compliant
ICO registered
Receiving regular clinical supervision
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I’m passionate about helping others to build a more connected, fulfilling life.
My path into therapy began in 2012, through exploring talking therapies, body-based practices, and mindfulness. Those experiences shaped how I understand connection, both with ourselves and with others.
Since 2018, I’ve worked as a counsellor supporting people who were sexually abused and have experienced trauma. After four years, I moved into private practice, and since 2024, I’ve been focusing on helping people to explore relationships, intimacy and sexuality, both individuals and couples.
I’m a qualified counsellor and psychosexual therapist, and I’m currently undertaking Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) core training.
I offer confidential therapy face-to-face in Exeter and online.
Initial Appointment
We will focus on understanding your concerns, the reasons behind them and what may be maintaining them, clarifying your goals, and exploring what might be most helpful going forward.
Individuals - £80
Couples - £100
50 minutes
Psychosexual Therapy
Where difficulties are more complex, longstanding, or involve multiple contributing factors. It provides the time and therapeutic space for more in-depth exploration of psychological, emotional, relational and sexual difficulties, and for working towards lasting change.
Individuals - £80
Couples - £100
50 minutes
Short-term Psychosexual Counselling
Short-term, focused psychological support for a specific concern, difficulty or period of crisis. Typically offered over a small number of sessions, aiming to provide emotional support, clarify difficulties, develop coping strategies, and identify practical next steps.
Individuals - £80
Couples - £100
50 minutes
Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISDTP)
ISDTP-informed therapy, which can also support you in navigating general life stress, relationships, and concerns that may not be specifically related to sex or psychosexual difficulties.
Individuals - £80
Couples - £100
50 minutes
Concessions: A limited number of concessionary places are available. Please ask if this would be helpful for you.
FAQs
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Sex therapy can support you with a wide range of concerns, including low desire, painful sex, vaginismus, erectile or ejaculation difficulties, performance anxiety, questions around gender or sexual identity, compulsive sexual behaviors, or exploring kink.
You don't need a diagnosis, if something's affecting your sexual or relational well-being, you're in the right place.
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The initial consultation and assessment usually takes about three sessions. This might be shorter or longer, depending on what’s discussed and your needs. The purpose is to understand what’s bringing you here, consider the most appropriate support and see whether ongoing therapy feels right for you.
In the first session, we will talk about the therapy agreement, explore the challenges you’re facing and how they may be affecting you and your relationships. I’ll explain more about psychosexual therapy, ask questions to better understand the underlying causes, and discuss how we might work together moving forward.
Therapy sessions are collaborative and tailored to your needs. We will talk about your experiences, explore emotions, understand the influence of past events, and work on practical strategies for change.
If appropriate, somatic (body-based) tools may be used to help you reconnect with physical sensations and feel more at ease in your body.
There is no physical contact or nudity during sessions.
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Yes, many people feel unsure or anxious at first, especially when talking about something as personal as sex. That’s completely understandable. I work gently and at your pace, creating a respectful space where you can feel safe to open up when you’re ready.
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Everyone’s journey is different-we will regularly check in on your goals and progress together.In the first session, we’ll explore the challenges you’re facing and how they may be affecting you and your relationship. I’ll explain more about psychosexual therapy, ask questions to better understand the underlying causes, and discuss how we might work together moving forward.
Typically, the first 3–6 sessions are focused on completing an assessment and clarifying your therapy goals. However, in short-term intervention work, this may look different, as I may work with you for just a few focused sessions to address a specific difficulty or relationship conflict.
After this initial period, I will provide suggestions on how to proceed with therapy. You can then decide whether to continue with the therapy process or stop at that point.
Ending therapy is an integral part of the process. The conclusion of therapy will be agreed upon based on your individual needs and goals. Once therapy goals have been met, we will meet for a further 2–3 sessions to reflect on the work and discuss the way forward. If therapy ends earlier than planned for any reason, we will have a final session to review and formally close the process.
You are not contracted to a specific number of sessions unless otherwise agreed, and you may stop therapy at any time.
To book your first appointment, please email, message, or call me, and I will get back to you as soon as I can. You can also complete the form below.