Would you like to be better equipped to work with your clients on issues around sex and sexuality?
I can help with that.
Time and again, clients tell me that talking about sexual subjects with their therapists or doctors can be very uncomfortable, or they were met with responses that ranged from confusion to shame. It’s understandable, because these topics simply aren’t covered in most academic therapeutic training programs. Yet, for many people it can be essential to find a space where they can talk about their sexuality safely and free of shame, and to be listened to without judgment.
As a Certified Intimacy Educator and Certified Professional Coach I have extensive training and experience in a broad range of topics including; kink & BDSM, polyamory, swinging and open relationship styles, queer sexualities, and sexual touch, technique, and pleasure. And although I love working with clients one-on-one, working with me cannot and should not be a replacement for therapy or medical care. It’s just as important for my clients to seek out a trusted therapist to work with either before, or during, their time working with me.
To help other professionals increase their comfort around sexuality I provide trainings to both medical students (most recently at Oregon Health and Sciences University) as well as to graduate counseling students at Universities including Portland State and Lewis and Clark.
I’m always looking to expand my network of professionals to whom I can refer my clients. Likewise, if you have clients with issues or questions beyond the scope of your practice I welcome your referrals.
I also offer consulting and training in all of the areas I mention above. Having addressed kink, polyamory, and more at the college and graduate level, I can offer one-off consulting or take you (or you and a group of your colleagues) through a multi-session offering where I’ll cover a broad range of sexuality information, with plenty of room for question and answer, or customizing to your interests and needs.
TESTIMONIALS
“Stella is a referral that I deeply value. In my role as a psychotherapist, she is able to pick up where I leave off. She is very professional and is a skilled Certified Professional Coach and Intimacy Educator. If you have a client struggling with sexual/sexuality issues and they need something beyond the classic therapeutic boundaries Stella is able to work with clients and get them closer to their personal goals. She has a vast knowledge base, is committed to diversity of all kinds, and has the ability to connect with many different people to help them get what they need in life. If you as a professional are looking to enrich your knowledge base she is an excellent resource. I have never felt judged by Stella in our consultation, and I always walk away feeling that I have a deeper grip on the complexity that is inherent within sexuality.”
Beth Richman, LCSW, CADC I
“Stella is an invaluable resource for my work with clients. Her expertise about sex and sexuality, and her engaging style make it easy for clients to talk with her. Sometimes clients want to explore someone who isn’t their therapist about aspects of their sex life and Stella is the ideal person for that. She has the technical knowledge and community experience to really be connectable for clients and informative for therapists.”
Meg Jeske, LPC
Get In Touch.
If you have questions about working together or if you’d like to discuss a training program, please get in touch using the form below.
I look forward to hearing from you!