Why I Am A South Asian Sex Therapist
For many South Asian women and non-binary folks, sex and intimacy were never safe topics to talk about. We were often taught that our bodies carry shame, that desire should be hidden, and that pleasure is something to minimize or ignore in order to protect family honour. These messages can quietly shape how we experience relationships, intimacy, and ourselves.
If you feel disconnected from your body, struggle with guilt around desire, or carry confusion or self blame related to sexual experiences, you are not broken. These responses make sense within the cultural and relational environments many of us were raised in.
As a South Asian woman and trained sex therapist, I offer counselling that understands these layers deeply. You do not need to explain your culture or justify why something feels complicated. I get it, both personally and professionally.
A Safe Space to Talk About Sex Without Shame
Many of my clients share that they have never had a space where they could talk openly about sex without fear of judgement, blame, or being shamed. In South Asian communities, silence around sexuality often leaves people feeling isolated, confused, or alone with very real concerns.
I chose to pursue sex therapy to intentionally create a space where these conversations are welcomed. Therapy with me is de stigmatizing, validating, and grounded in compassion. Nothing about your experience is too small, too much, or inappropriate to bring into the room.
I work with South Asian women and non-binary folks who want to reclaim their agency, challenge internalized shame, and build a more connected and fulfilling relationship with intimacy.
Concerns I Support in Sex Therapy
My training in sex therapy allows me to work in depth with a wide range of concerns, including:
Sexual self esteem and confidence
Difficulty orgasming
Sexual pain
Sexual trauma
Anxiety and panic related to intimacy
Relationship challenges
The impact of religion and culture on sexuality
These experiences often overlap, and we move at a pace that feels safe and respectful for you.
A Gentle, Trauma Informed Approach
My work is grounded in emotion focused therapy, EMDR, and trauma informed somatic care. Together, we slow things down and gently listen to what your emotions and body are communicating.
Rather than pushing for quick fixes, we focus on helping you feel seen, understood, and less stuck. Through psychoeducation, specialized training, and a deep foundation of empathy and care, I support you in building awareness, self compassion, and confidence.
In a fast paced world that often rewards disconnection, therapy can be a place to come back to yourself.
You Do Not Have to Carry This Alone
If you are looking for a South Asian female therapist and sex therapist who truly understands the cultural, emotional, and relational complexity of your experience, you are in the right place.
Healing does not mean erasing your culture or parts of yourself. It means creating space for choice, agency, and connection alongside it.
You deserve support that feels safe, affirming, and culturally attuned. If you are curious about working together, you are welcome to book a free consultation to ask questions and see if we are a good fit.
