Real people.
Real relationships.
Real support.
Evidence-based, trauma-informed sex and relationship therapy - because conversations about sexuality don’t have to feel intimidating.
Lucy Snider she/her
MA (hons) PgDip MSc RCC-ACS AccCOSRT (Sen)
The conversations most people aren't having
Sexuality, intimacy, relationships, and sexual health are deeply personal parts of being human. Yet many people spend years struggling with concerns in these areas before reaching out for support.
Relationship Issues
Communication, trust, conflict, infidelity, and navigating major life transitions.
Sexuality & Sexual Concerns
Desire, intimacy, painful sex, trauma, and exploring your sexuality.
Sexual Health & Wellbeing
Support for the emotional impact of sexual health concerns and diagnoses.
Gender Identity & Exploration
Gender identity exploration, transition-related decisions, and gender affirming care.
Why Work With a Specialist?
Specialized support for personal concerns.
Many therapists receive little to no formal training in human sexuality. These topics are often complex, deeply personal, and influenced by biological, psychological, relational, and social factors.
For more than 15 years, I have worked in sexual health and psychotherapy settings, supporting individuals and partnerships through some of life's most sensitive challenges.
My approach combines evidence-based therapy, practical education, and thoughtful exploration to help clients better understand themselves, strengthen their relationships, and create meaningful change.
How I Can Help
Every person and relationship is unique. My services are designed to provide specialized support while recognizing the broader context of your life, relationships, identity, and wellbeing.
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Sex Therapy
Sex therapy supports individuals and partnerships experiencing sexual difficulties that are causing distress. Together, we can explore concerns related to desire, arousal, orgasm, pain, sexual trauma, and sexual wellbeing.
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Relationship Therapy
Relationship therapy provides support for communication challenges, conflict resolution, breaches of trust, life transitions, and strengthening connection. Whether you're seeking support as an individual or as part of a relationship, therapy can offer a space for exploration and change.
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Sexual Health Support
With my background in sexual health, I provide support for the emotional impact of sexual health concerns and diagnoses. My goal is to help you better understand your experience while offering education, guidance, and practical support.
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Gender Affirming Care
I provide a supportive and affirming space to explore gender identity, navigate transition-related decisions, and access gender affirming care. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and centred on your individual experience.
About
Hi, I’m Lucy, an experienced psychotherapist in Kelowna, BC specializing in relationship and sexual concerns.
I work with individuals and partnerships navigating challenges in these areas, including sexual trauma and gender exploration. My work is holistic and sex-positive, combining thoughtful exploration with practical support for change.
I work with individuals and partnerships across British Columbia through virtual and in-person sessions in Kelowna.
For Professionals
Clinical Supervision & Training
In addition to my work as a psychotherapist, I provide supervision, consultation, and training for healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of sexuality, relationships, and sexual health.
Drawing on more than 15 years of experience in sexual health and psychotherapy, I support clinicians in developing confidence, competence, and curiosity in these often complex areas of practice.
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Clinical supervision is an essential part of safe, ethical, and effective practice. I offer supervision and consultation for professionals looking to deepen their understanding of clients, strengthen their clinical skills, and navigate complex therapeutic work.
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I provide specialized workshops and training opportunities focused on sexuality, relationships, and sexual health for healthcare professionals, organizations, and community groups.