Hello, my name is Shawna Starkman, and I want to welcome you to a transformative journey toward deeper, authentic self-connection and fulfilling relationships. My approach is rooted in the belief that addressing intimacy and sexual issues requires a holistic and integrative perspective, encompassing the entire system of the mind, body, and spirit. By delving into the complexities of your experiences, I strive to offer comprehensive solutions that resonate on multiple levels. You may seek help with your intimate life, but you don’t live in a vacuum. Every aspect of your life is a variable in the equation, leading to health, satisfaction, and joy. I know what it feels like when the formula is not adding up.

My philosophy centers around dismantling the societal messages we’ve internalized about sex, intimacy, masculinity, femininity, beauty, perfection, and success. I firmly believe in the power of strength-based modalities and individual empowerment to navigate these intricate aspects of our lives.

I graduated from Thomas Jefferson University with a Masters of Science in Couples and Family Therapy, specializing in sex therapy. I believe in treating intimacy and sexual issues in the most holistic and integrative way possible by looking at the whole system; mind, body and spirit. I believe in strength-based modalities and empowerment of the individual. I integrate eclectic methods that include Internal Family Systems, Gottman Techniques, and Relational Life Therapy to construct a unique approach to every client. I provide a warm and safe space to explore sexual empowerment and intimacy, to gain greater pleasure alone and together, and to tap into your creative energy, flow and vitality. I am driven by the concept that pleasure is a right that every human has, and that sometimes we need to be reminded of this fact.

On the personal front, I wear many hats. I am a proud life partner, enthusiastic volleyball mama, and the caring parent to a Schnoodle named Bodhi. When I’m not at work, you’ll catch me soaking up as much knowledge as possible – diving into books, tuning into podcasts, and attending various self-care retreats. I’m a wanderer, always seeking nature’s magic, beauty, and healing. I enjoy traveling for curiosity and inspiration, which always fuels my creativity and keeps me living in the light.