Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional

A compassionate, non-judgmental framework for sexual health and intimacy concerns.

A Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP) has completed specialist training in the psychological dimensions of human sexuality, sexual function, and intimacy. This certification reflects a commitment to providing ethical, evidence-informed, and affirming care for a wide range of concerns related to sexual wellbeing, approached with the same clinical rigour and compassion applied to any other area of mental health.

How It Works

The CSTIP framework integrates principles from sex therapy, systemic therapy, and trauma-informed care. It approaches sexual concerns without pathologising or moralising, recognising that sexual wellbeing is a fundamental component of overall health and quality of life. Sessions are completely confidential and focus on your specific concerns, values, and goals.

Phases of Treatment

Initial assessment of presenting concerns
Psychoeducation and normalisation
Exploring psychological, relational, and historical factors
Skills and communication development
Integration and ongoing support

Who This Helps

Low sexual desire or arousal concerns. Reduced interest in or physical response to intimacy.
Sexual pain or discomfort. Physical pain or unease during intimacy that affects wellbeing.
Sexual compulsivity or avoidance. Feeling driven by, or steering away from, sexual behaviour.
Intimacy and connection difficulties. Struggles to feel close, safe, or connected with a partner.
Sexual trauma and its effects. The lasting impact of past sexual harm on body and trust.
Sexual identity and orientation questions. Exploring orientation, identity, or gender in a safe, affirming space.
Concerns within a relationship about sexual compatibility. Differences in needs or desire between partners that create tension.

What to Expect

A CSTIP-informed session addresses sexual and intimacy concerns within a professional, boundaried, and non-judgmental space. No physical examination is involved; this is a purely psychological and therapeutic modality. You will be treated with full respect and discretion at all times.