Hi there! I’m Byrd (they/them/theirs/elle)! I am a certified sexuality educator and a sex and relationship practitioner devoted to supporting diverse individuals and partnerships in co-creating fluid, personalized paths toward their goals, whether that means cultivating a more pleasurable sex life, improving communication, reducing conflict, and more! I hold space for clients to explore topics around sexuality, relationships, and intimacy in an empathetic, collaborative environment. My goal is to be a collaborative advocate: someone who empowers people with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed choices about their bodies, sexuality, and relationships.
I’ve received professional training from the Institute for Sexuality Education and Enlightenment (ISEE), the Sexual Health Alliance (SHA), and the Gottman Institute. I’m also committed to ongoing learning through various forms, regularly expanding my knowledge to stay current, inclusive, and responsive to the evolving needs of the communities I serve.
Some of the ways we work together are somatic, body positive or body neutral, sex positive, and relational. I use an eclectic approach, including the Gottman method, somatic, parts work, relational, attachment theory, mindfulness, CBT (Cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (Dialectical behavior therapy), and EFT (Emotionally-focused therapy).
I believe in creating nonjudgmental, affirming spaces. My work is deeply rooted in values that challenge oppressive and colonial systems. I operate from an anti-racist, anti-capitalist, queer and trans liberation, disability justice, trauma-informed, and Health at Every Size (HAES) framework, as well as being guided by empathy and radical acceptance. I am also a polyaffirmative and kink-knowledgable provider.