Sex and Intimacy Counselling in Calgary
Supporting individuals and couples in navigating intimacy, connection, and emotional closeness
Why Intimacy Challenges Matter
Sex and intimacy are often at the core of how we connect with ourselves and others. But for many people, this area of life feels complicated. You might be experiencing distance in your relationship, loss of desire, performance worries, or uncertainty about how to express your needs.
For others, intimacy challenges stem from stress, anxiety, trauma history, or difficulty feeling safe in their own body. These concerns are more common than people think—and they are worthy of care.
Common Concerns We Work With
Our Calgary-based therapists help clients explore and work through:
Differences in sexual desire or mismatched libido
Challenges with emotional or physical intimacy
The impact of stress, parenting, or burnout on closeness
Difficulties communicating needs and boundaries
Anxiety, shame, or negative beliefs about sex
Recovery of intimacy after betrayal, conflict, or trauma
Body image and self-worth in the context of intimacy
Identity, cultural, or life-stage transitions that affect relationships
We support both individuals and couples where intimacy is part of the broader work.
How Counselling Can Help with Intimacy
Sex and intimacy counselling is not about judgment, advice-giving, or forcing quick fixes. It’s about creating a safe and collaborative space where you can:
Talk openly about concerns that may feel difficult elsewhere
Explore emotional, relational, and contextual factors shaping intimacy
Learn tools to reduce anxiety and increase confidence
Strengthen communication with your partner
Rebuild connection, trust, and closeness at your own pace
Reconnect with your own needs, desires, and sense of self
Our clinicians work with you to address intimacy-related concerns as part of relationship and individual therapy. We may also collaborate with medical providers when appropriate to ensure holistic care.
Our Therapeutic Approach
We use evidence-based, compassionate approaches tailored to your unique situation. Our work may include:
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) – to deepen connection and rebuild emotional safety
Gottman Method principles – practical strategies for improving communication, managing conflict, and fostering intimacy
CBT and ACT – to challenge unhelpful beliefs, reduce anxiety, and align with personal values
Attachment-based therapy – to explore how past relational experiences influence intimacy today
Mindfulness and body-based strategies – to reduce performance pressure and reconnect with presence
Relational insights inspired by experts like Esther Perel – highlighting the importance of desire, curiosity, and maintaining individuality within connection
Therapy is always paced according to your comfort level, with respect for cultural, religious, and personal values.
You Don’t Have to Struggle in Silence
Many people wait years before reaching out for support with sex and intimacy because it feels uncomfortable to talk about. But counselling can provide a space where honesty and vulnerability are welcomed.
If intimacy challenges are leaving you disconnected, anxious, or uncertain, we’re here to support you in finding clarity and confidence.
Book a session today — in-person in Calgary or online across Alberta.
Where you can find us
Located in the heart of Marda Loop in Calgary, our office offers a tranquil
space where you can take a breath and focus on you.