Holly Nelson (she/her)

There may have been incidents where your trust in your relationship was broken, leaving you feeling insecure and deeply hurt. Because of those events, there have been moments where you questioned whether your partner is your person. Maybe it’s led you to wonder if the two of you want and value different things. Regardless, the pain you felt forced you to distance yourself emotionally and sexually, which is never what you ultimately wanted but felt was the only option available.

Perhaps the world around you has flooded you with messages of shame and disgust about your sexual preferences because they are unconventional. You feel confused about what is healthy and what isn’t when it comes to sex. It’s possible that the environment you grew up in taught you that sex could only look one particular way. You are tired of carrying the shame and living in secrecy.

Even now, every moment of the day feels like a constant uphill battle. You feel as if you are stuck in survival mode, interrupted by flashbacks or reminders that make you feel as if you are reliving the past. The constant state of anxiety of living in fear of what may trigger you next leaves you drained and exhausted at the end of every day. You may be avoiding people and places that remind you of the event, terrified of what those interactions may bring.

Helps individuals reprocess trauma through a structured eight-phase protocol that incorporates bilateral stimulation to reprocess traumatic memories. EMDR is recognized as an effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related conditions.

EFT is a structured approach to couples therapy that blends systems theory, experiential therapy, and attachment theory. It entails three stages, which include nine steps. A substantial body of solid research, confirmed with outcome data, outlines the effectiveness of EFT compared to other forms of couples therapy. Research studies find that 70-75% of couples move from distress to recovery, and approximately 90% show significant improvements.

-Psychoeducation Provides information about sexual health, anatomy, arousal, and common sexual issues to dispel myths. -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) It helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors related to sex and their bodies. -Mindfulness and Relaxation Aids in reducing anxiety and enhancing present-moment awareness during sexual activity. -Sensate Focus A series of touch-based exercises designed to reduce anxiety and increase intimacy between oneself