Agnes is a psychosexual and relationship therapist. Her background is in sexual health nursing, specialising in sexual function. She sees adults aged 18+ experiencing problems in their relationships and sex lives.
I can help with...
- Relationship difficulties
- Sexual problems
- Sexuality
Types of clients I see
- Individuals
- Couples
- LGBTQIA
- Men
- Women
Languages I speak
- English
- Sesotho
Location(s)
- Online
Types of therapy I offer
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness
My approach
My work is mainly goal oriented. Clients decide what they want to achieve in therapy, and we work towards those goals. Most people find discussing sexual issues difficult and embarrassing, even within their own relationships, which at times may lead to avoidance in forming intimate relationships.
Relationships need nurturing in order to succeed, yet at times couples may get overwhelmed by feelings of anxiety, sadness, communication and loss of connection. Therapy may help to bring a different perspective and create new possibilities.
Exploring relationship and sexual difficulties in a private, caring, supportive and compassionate environment can:
- help provide insight into relationship patterns
- help couples express themselves emotionally and sexually
- develop the skills to communicate effectively
- develop strategies to solve problems effectively
- resolve specific sexual dysfunctions
Therapy also provides people with life skills to manage difficulties should they arise in future.
Specific issues I can help with
- relationship issues
- sexual knowledge: anatomy and physiology
- sexual difficulties following illness, surgery, female genital mutilation (FGM)
- erectile difficulties
- ejaculation problems: rapid or delayed
- penetration pain or difficulties
- painful intercourse
- orgasmic and arousal problems
- low sexual desire
- compulsive sexual behaviour
Training, qualifications and experience
- Post Graduate Diploma in Psychosexual Therapy: Relate Institute (accredited by University of Hull)
- Msc in Relationship Therapy: Relate Institute (accredited by University of Hull)
- Diploma in General Nursing: Maluti School of Nursing
- Diploma in Midwifery: Maluti School of Nursing
- BA in Nursing Science: University of South Africa (UNISA)
- Certified Cyber Therapist: Online Therapy Institute
- Compulsive Sexual Behaviour: CICS (Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology) (current training)
Experience
- Nearly 12 years working within sexual dysfunction settings, in NHS and private
Professional affiliations
- I am registered with COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists)
- BASHH (British Association of Sexual Health and HIV) as a committee member in a Sexual Dysfunction Special Interest Group
- FSRH (Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare)
Code of ethics
I abide by the COSRT Good Therapy Code of Ethics and Practice.
Fees and availability
- £80 for a 50-minute session
- Sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
- 10 minutes’ free consultation over the phone prior to booking an appointment is recommended
