Sex Workers
You might be looking for therapy because you’re struggling with anxiety or depression, relationships, difficult past experiences, feeling overwhelmed or simply wanting to understand yourself better.
Sometimes the challenges you’re experiencing may be connected to working in the sex industry. Often, they’re not.
What can make seeking support more complicated is finding someone you can talk to openly without worrying that your work will be judged, misunderstood or treated as the explanation for everything you’re experiencing.
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You shouldn’t have to filter yourself in therapy
You may be used to thinking carefully about who knows what you do for work. You may be used to keeping different parts of your life separate, or worry about how people will respond if you disclose what you do for work.
I hope to create a space where you can feel safe to speak freely and openly about your work. You don’t have to worry about shocking me. You don’t have to worry that I will assume all of your challenges are caused by your work. I know that many people enjoy the independence and flexibility that sex work can provide, and that it can support their mental health.
I’ve worked with people in various parts of the sex industry, such as brothel workers, online sex workers, or private escorting. I know that everyone’s experience is different, and we can talk about your work as much or as little as you like.
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Therapy where your work isn’t pathologised
One of the biggest barriers to therapy for sex workers can be the fear that a therapist will incorrectly attribute their difficulties to their work. Sex workers are often judged or misunderstood by therapists and other healthcare professionals, even if they are well-meaning.
I understand the context of the sex industry and won’t make assumptions about you because of what you do. You don’t need to spend your sessions explaining the basics of sex work or worrying about whether you can be honest with me.
We can focus on what has actually brought you to therapy, whether that’s anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, difficult emotions, decisions about your future or something else entirely. Maybe sex work is part of this - for example, maybe an important person in your life struggles with what you do for work. Maybe you are thinking about changing careers, and wondering which skills are transferable. Maybe you are struggling with financial instability and worrying about the future.
If your work is relevant, there is space to talk about it. If it isn’t, it doesn’t need to become the focus.
My hope is that therapy gives you somewhere you can talk openly about your life, relationships and future without shame or judgement, and make decisions that feel right for you.
Thinking about starting therapy?
If you’re thinking about starting therapy, you’re welcome to get in touch.
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You can ask any questions you have, learn a little more about my approach, or book an appointment if you feel ready to get started. If you’d prefer to speak first, you can also request a free 15-minute initial conversation to briefly talk about what you’re looking for and whether I might be the right therapist for you.