About Deirdre

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clinical counselling and sex therapy in british columbia

when looking for a counsellor, alignment matters. you want to know that the person you’re working with understands you — and that their approach fits your values, worldview, and lived experience. research consistently shows that therapeutic rapport — trust, safety, and connection with your counsellor — has a greater impact on outcomes than the specific therapy model used.

i’m a clinical counsellor and sex therapist offering trauma-informed support in british columbia. my work supports people seeking thoughtful, evidence-informed care around intimacy, consent, identity, and healing.

sex therapist and clinical counsellor

i specialize in sexual health, intimacy, consent, and trauma-informed care. my approach integrates a somatic lens, supporting clients to connect body and mind while exploring desire, boundaries, pleasure, and safety.

i hold a phd in clinical sexology, which allows me to work with the “nuts and bolts” of sexuality — including anatomy, physiology, and current sexual health research. i’m also a sexual health educator, meaning i can clearly explain the abc-123s of sexuality in ways that are accessible, respectful, and grounded in science. this combination allows me to support clients who are seeking both therapeutic depth and clear, reliable information.

sex therapy and sexual health counselling

i work with clients across bc, supporting a wide range of concerns, including:

  • sexual pain and discomfort
  • desire differences
  • communication and intimacy challenges
  • the impacts of trauma on sexuality
  • questions related to identity, orientation, and connection

my counselling approach is evidence-informed and trauma-responsive. consent, choice, and your pace are central in every session. whether you’re seeking sex therapy for the first time or returning to counselling after previous experiences, you’re welcome here.

trauma-informed, somatic, and attachment-based care

drawing from trauma-informed counselling, somatic awareness, and attachment-based approaches, i create a space where sexuality can be explored openly — without pressure, judgement, or assumptions.

sexual health is shaped by culture, relationships, family systems, and life experience. together, we explore these influences to support a sexual life that feels authentic, safe, and satisfying within your broader wellbeing.

therapy with me is collaborative. you are the expert on your own experiences, and i offer guidance, clinical skill, and steady support as you navigate healing, growth, and self-understanding.

sexual health education and survivor-centred work

in addition to therapy, i provide sexual health education and training to audiences ranging from students to professionals, parents, and community organizations. this includes work focused on consent, sexual violence prevention, and survivor-centred care. my approach is socially aware and grounded in compassion, public health principles, and a commitment to social justice.

next steps

if you’re looking for a sex therapist or clinical counsellor in british columbia, you’re welcome to explore the site or reach out to discuss working together. whether you’re new to therapy or have made counselling part of your ongoing self-care, thank you for being here.

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