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Ester Bellissimo

Consultation fee:

£100.00

Session Types:

OnlineOnline
About me

I’m a kink-affirmative Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist who supports individuals and couples seeking help with sex to feel more comfortable and confident. In my practice, I work with a range of sex-related concerns, including sexual desire, confidence, erections, pain, anxiety or performance anxiety, sex after trauma, vaginismus, orgasms, ejaculation, menopause, or compulsive sexual behaviours.

My therapeutic approach:
My therapeutic style is collaborative, relational, and trauma-informed. I see sexual difficulties as woven into our emotions, relationships, and body, and I focus on our work being integrated rather than “treating” any issues in isolation.

I also understand the importance of both talking about sexual issues and working with practical strategies. Where appropriate, I may offer practical exercises for you to try at home between our sessions, which can support the therapeutic process. These are aways guided by what feels safe for you and what resonates with you.

Our work may include:
– Exploring sexual difficulties such as pain, desire, erections, or orgasm concerns
– Understanding how anxiety, stress, trauma, or relationship dynamics may contribute
– Developing greater awareness and connection with your body and sense of safety
– Incorporating practical exercises focused on the specific sexual difficulties you’re experiencing
– Creating space for open conversations about how your wider life affects your sexual life and intimacy
– Using creative approaches, such as imagery, metaphor, or art if desired

We always, always work collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe. I see this work as tender and not easy, but rewarding and empowering.

Accepting New Clients
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Day Availability
Monday9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Ester Bellissimo

Consultation fee:

£100.00

Session Types:

OnlineOnline
About me

I’m a kink-affirmative Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist who supports individuals and couples seeking help with sex to feel more comfortable and confident. In my practice, I work with a range of sex-related concerns, including sexual desire, confidence, erections, pain, anxiety or performance anxiety, sex after trauma, vaginismus, orgasms, ejaculation, menopause, or compulsive sexual behaviours.

My therapeutic approach:
My therapeutic style is collaborative, relational, and trauma-informed. I see sexual difficulties as woven into our emotions, relationships, and body, and I focus on our work being integrated rather than “treating” any issues in isolation.

I also understand the importance of both talking about sexual issues and working with practical strategies. Where appropriate, I may offer practical exercises for you to try at home between our sessions, which can support the therapeutic process. These are aways guided by what feels safe for you and what resonates with you.

Our work may include:
– Exploring sexual difficulties such as pain, desire, erections, or orgasm concerns
– Understanding how anxiety, stress, trauma, or relationship dynamics may contribute
– Developing greater awareness and connection with your body and sense of safety
– Incorporating practical exercises focused on the specific sexual difficulties you’re experiencing
– Creating space for open conversations about how your wider life affects your sexual life and intimacy
– Using creative approaches, such as imagery, metaphor, or art if desired

We always, always work collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe. I see this work as tender and not easy, but rewarding and empowering.

Training, qualifications & experience

MSc Psychosexual Therapy – University of Lancashire BSc Psychology with Counselling and Psychotherapy Principles and Practices – University of Derby

Summary of Experience

I have a background in Psychology and Counselling with my undergraduate degree from the University of Derby. I trained as a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist at the University of Lancashire with the completion of my postgraduate diploma in Psychosexual Therapy. I have had the opportunity to support people both in the charitable and NHS sectors, ultimately deciding to move into private practice to offer a more flexible and client-centred approach. Creativity is an important part of how I work, and it felt important to me that sessions are shaped by each person’s needs rather than prescriptive, which were some of the limitations I was encountering in other sectors. Before training as a therapist, I worked in services supporting people with alcohol and drug addiction, as well as individuals experiencing mental health difficulties and disabilities. These roles continue to inform my compassionate and trauma-informed approach.

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