Sex & Gender Counselling
Exploring sexuality, intimacy and gender identity can be empowering yet vulnerable. Authentic You provides affirming, non‑judgmental counselling in South Edmonton and across Alberta. Our sex‑positive, gender‑affirming counselling supports individuals, couples, groups, and families seeking deeper connection and self‑discovery.
Serving Edmonton and Surrounding Communities
Our psychologists welcome clients from Edmonton, Leduc, Beaumont, Sherwood Park, St. Albert and nearby communities, as well as individuals across Alberta via secure online sessions, including video and phone. Our team of clinicians and Clinical Care Administrators is located in the Orchards/Summerside area of South Edmonton and can assist with scheduling and support.
Our Values
Ethical, transparent, client-centered care
Respect for your pace, needs, boundaries, and lived experience
A confidential, comfortable environment where you can show up as you are
Inclusive and culturally aware practice
Sex‑Positive and LGBTQ+‑Affirming Care
We embrace diversity in sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, relationship structures and cultural backgrounds. Whether you’re navigating questions about desire, sexual pain, intimacy after trauma, non‑monogamy or gender exploration, our sex therapists provide a supportive environment free from shame. We welcome individuals, couples, families, groups, and individuals of all genders and orientations.
Gender‑Affirming Care
Gender exploration can be eye-opening and challenging. We help you understand and affirm your gender identity, expression, address dysphoria, come out to loved ones and access gender transition‑related care. Our counsellors work collaboratively with medical providers to ensure respectful, evidence‑based support and a continuum of care.
Explore identity and intimacy in a safe space today.
Enhancing Intimacy and Connection
Healthy sexuality involves communication, curiosity, consent and mutual pleasure. Through psychoeducation and skill‑building, we help you and your partners talk openly about desires, set boundaries, and resolve sexual conflicts. Counselling may incorporate mindfulness, sensate‑focus exercises, and somatic techniques to build body awareness while enhancing intimacy.
Addressing Sexual Health and Trauma
Sexual difficulties often intersect with trauma, anxiety and depression. Our therapists are trained in trauma‑informed care and approaches such as CBT, EMDR and Somatic Therapies to help you process past experiences and rebuild trust with your body and identity. We also provide resources for sexual health education and collaborate with physicians regarding medical conditions affecting sexual functioning, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
FAQs
Who can benefit from sex & gender therapy?
Adults of all orientations and relationship structures who want to improve intimacy, explore gender identity and expression, address sexual health concerns, including libido/ sex drive struggles, pain during sex or hypersexuality, or heal from different types of sexual trauma.
Do you offer therapy for non‑monogamous relationships?
Yes. We provide open, non‑judgmental support for consensual non‑monogamy, polyamory, open relationships, and other diverse relationship models.
Is therapy only for individuals?
We welcome individuals, couples, polycules, groups, and families. Sessions can be tailored to include partners, as needed.
Can therapy help with sexual pain or dysfunction?
Yes. We collaborate with medical providers to address conditions like vaginismus, erectile dysfunction, and hormonal concerns, while offering techniques to reduce anxiety and improve communication.
Begin Your Journey with Authentic You
Authentic You offers inclusive, evidence‑based sex and gender counselling in Edmonton and online across Alberta. Our sex‑positive, gender‑affirming approach nurtures your authentic self and fosters meaningful connection.