Michelle Croteau, LPCC, CST, CSAT

Board Certified Sex Therapist and Certified Kink Specialist

 It takes courage to believe you are enough in a world telling

you you're not. @mindfullyevie

You should never feel fearful or anxious talking to your therapist about what you enjoy or desire sexually. I recognize that issues arise due to stigma and oppressive narratives. Therapy should be a place free of such barriers and judgement. 

I have worked hard to seek the training and experience to provide my clients a safe environment to delve into whatever issues of consensual sexuality they wish to explore. This is an environment free of pathology where you can explore what brings you joy, or what you may want to try. See for yourself the difference a sex positive and kink competent clinician can bring. I am here to explore, educate, inform, and spark curiosity on all things sexual.

Our sexual desires are a unique part of who we are and how we express ourselves.

Do you want to learn in a fun and judgement free environment how to:

• Improve the quality of your sex life
• Reduce sexual shame
• Explore non-penetrative sexual practices and/or  non-sexual intimacy
• Communicate with your partner about your sexual desires and needs
• Explore the gifts and potential harms of a new sexual expression/activity

Do you want to be more skilled at or receive support in learning:

• Safely introducing BDSM/kink into a new to existing relationship
• Consensual Non-monogamy
• Polyamory
• Open Marriage/relationships
• Collars, cuff, floggers, rope, role play, age play, impact play, domination-submission, fetishes, etc.
• How to navigate mismatched desire levels or areas of sexual interest
• Healing sexual trauma through intimacy and sexuality
• How traumas and/or triggers impact sex and relationships
  

As a board certified Sex Therapist and Certified Kink Specialist, I am one of a handful of SEX THERAPISTS WITH EXPERTISE IN BDSM/KINK in the Albuquerque and Santa Fe area. 

Holistic treatment and a compassionate approach to your individual issues are critical in helping you, whether you are an individual or a couple, recreate your intimate relationship and achieve a lifestyle that is more balanced and fulfilling. 

• Frequency of sessions is recommended but ultimately up to you.
  
• There is no diagnosing-eliminating any fear of having a label in your records.
  
• A smaller caseload allows me to work hard for my clients (both inside and outside of session), even being available on short notice.
  
• You are scheduled in a manner that allows for complete privacy; upon arrival you are not met with a busy waiting room or support staff.