Yes, absolutely. Shame around sexuality, desire, and relationship struggles is incredibly common, and it often keeps people stuck and suffering alone for much longer than necessary. Creating a space where you can talk openly, without judgment, is at the heart of my work.

This varies for everyone. Some people find a few sessions helpful for addressing a specific concern; others benefit from longer-term work. We'll talk about this as we go and you always have a choice over how long you continue.

The first session is a chance for us to talk about what's bringing you to therapy, what you're hoping for, and how we might work together. You will take away a basic embodiment practice and a felt sense of whether this work is the right fit for you.

It's completely normal to feel nervous or unsure what to say. There's no pressure to share more than feels comfortable, and we'll go at your pace.

Yes. Everything discussed in sessions is confidential, with a few legal exceptions (risk of harm to yourself or others, child safety concerns, or if required by law). I'll explain these limits clearly in our first session.

Yes. Many of my clients are navigating the impacts of trauma on their intimate lives, and I have extensive training in trauma-informed practice.

My work is most effective when you're in a recovery stage - meaning you have safety in place and you're ready to focus on rebuilding intimacy and exploring sexuality. If you're currently in an unsafe situation or experiencing active violence, your immediate safety is the priority. I'll help you connect with specialist domestic violence services, and we can work together once you're stable and ready.

I often work collaboratively with other professionals - GPs, pelvic floor specialists, or DV support workers. If you're unsure whether now is the right time, please get in touch and we can talk through your situation to work out the best path forward together.

Great question. Here's how we each help, and how we work together.

Pelvic health physiotherapists focus on the physical mechanics of the pelvic floor - muscle tone, tension, coordination, and tissue health. They do internal examinations, assess scar tissue or prolapse, and use hands-on techniques to address pain caused by muscle dysfunction. They are essential for conditions like vaginismus, vulvodynia, and pelvic pain.

GPs handle medical assessment - hormones, medications, underlying conditions. They can prescribe treatments like vaginal estrogen, lubricants, or hormone therapy, and rule out medical causes of sexual concerns. They are often the first person a woman talks to about intimacy issues, and their care is foundational.

I focus on the emotional, psychological, and relational dimensions - desire changes, states of arousal, how trauma or stress affects your body's responses, communication with partners, shame, anxiety, and how your beliefs and past experiences shape your intimate life. My work is body-oriented talk therapy; I don't do physical examinations or prescribe medication.

How we work together: Many sexual concerns have both physical and psychological components. For example, painful sex might involve muscle tension (pelvic physio), hormonal changes (GP), and anxiety or past trauma (me). I often suggest clients see a pelvic physio or GP alongside our work, and I'm happy to collaborate with your existing health professionals.

Yes. I see clients online across Australia via Zoom.

For some people, online sessions actually work better - especially if you have a history of trauma or carry a lot of shame around sex. Being in your own space, on your own terms, can make it easier to feel safe and stay present. You don't have to sit in a waiting room, drive home afterwards, or wonder who saw you walk in.

Research supports this: online therapy has been shown to reduce barriers like stigma and anxiety, and for survivors of sexual trauma, it can be just as effective as in-person work

I ask for 24 hours notice for cancellations where possible.

For online sessions (paid at time of booking):

• Cancellations with 24+ hours notice receive a full refund

• Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice are not refundable, though I'm flexible in genuine emergencies

For in-person sessions (paid on the day):

• Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or missed sessions may be charged at the full session fee, though I'm flexible in genuine emergencies

You can cancel or reschedule through the booking system or by contacting me directly on kylie@thembodiedpractice.com.au