Greetings and thank you for taking a pause to read about my mission to serve!
My name is Traci. I am a Registered Nurse of 32 years with the last 12 years specializing in oncology. Seven years ago I was called to fill a gap in oncology by developing an Intimacy and Sexual Wellness program. I completed post-graduate studies to become an AASECT Certified Sexuality Counselor and Sexuality Educator.
Did you know that struggles with relational intimacy, sexual body health, and the shared sexual experience are rated in the top 3 concerns that carry a negative impact on their overall quality of life for a cancer patient – both in the short-term during treatment and through Survivorship?
As an Oncology Sexual Health Specialist, I have clear understanding that since you received a cancer diagnosis, every aspect of your world has changed. Your intimate relationship is required to navigate rapid life changes, shuffle priorities, find new ways to stay connected, and embrace many transitions. You do not have to do this alone!
I partner with men, women, and couples to provide a highly-confidential environment where you can feel safe to explore these socially sensitive topics. Together we will identify the challenges you are facing, explore your desires related intimacy and sexuality, and seek solution-focused interventions to meet your goals.
Common concerns that I work with include:
– navigating a changing intimate relationship through-out the cancer journey
– diminished body image
– diminished sexual desire
– menopause symptom management for urinary, vulvar, and vaginal health
– vaginal dilation for sexual pain
– pelvic radiation rehabilitation – male and female
– bladder & bowel incontinence or ostomy
– erectile dysfunction
– penile rehabilitation following prostatectomy
– incorporation of sexual aids to the experience
Do not surrender this vital piece of who you are as an individual or as a couple! Cancer takes too much.
I am licensed to practice in 34 US States.
Schedule a complimentary 15-minute telephone call to make sure I am a right fit for you.