About Joely
With a background as a psychotherapist and bodyworker, I have always been motivated by helping others to heal, grow, and expand their capacity for intimacy with self and others.
That’s why I moved to relationship and intimacy coaching, where I could leverage all of my previous knowledge and experiences to help creative, sensitive, and open-minded people more effectively navigate all the complexities of intimate connection. In the end, I believe that erotic energy doesn’t just benefit you in the bedroom, but helps unlock creative, exciting energy that you can enjoy in your entire life.
I have experience working with:
People with trauma
LGBTQIA+ people
Kink and ENM
I would also especially love to work with middle-aged women and femme people looking to rediscover their sensuality during such a critical, transformative part of their lives.
Credentials:
MSW from University of South Carolina
10+ years of experience working as a psychotherapist
Completed Core curriculum at the Somatica Institute for Sex and Relationship Coaching and currently going through Advanced training
Former bodywork therapist and Reiki practitioner
Erotic energy isn't disconnected from everything else. It's not just about sex. When your erotic energy goes quiet, your life's spark often does too.
My Coaching Approach
What does coaching look like with me?
Coaching is a collaborative practice, where we work on learning and applying skills in session. We aren’t just working in theory, but developing techniques within our Relationship Lab together. In doing so, you can build skills in a safe environment to carry into your life.
What is Somatica?
Somatica is an experiential-based coaching framework, where we focus on using hands-on practice, tools, and role play in session to help you best connect with others. Rooted in emotional and erotic connection, the Somatica Method combines talk-based coaching with experiential practices to help coaches and clients expand their skills and beliefs around intimacy.
This process is the key to changing your existing habits, uncovering your true self, and unlocking a more fulfilling sex life and deeper relationships.
What makes me different?
As a coach I am warm, relational, nurturing, empathetic, encouraging, funny, intellectually curious, down to earth, and focused on the well-being of my clients. I bring a master’s degree in clinical social work (MSW) from the University of South Carolina and a decade of experience as a psychotherapist specializing in trauma recovery, working with individuals and couples. I have completed the 6 month core training in the Somatica Method of Sex and Relationship Coaching and am currently in the advanced training. In early adulthood I was a professional bodywork therapist and Reiki practitioner. I am experienced with and excited to support the LGBTQIA+, kink, and ENM communities. I am here to help you find and thrive in the relationship style that works best for you!
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Book your free 20 minute video consultation to learn more, and see whether coaching is a good fit for you!