Sexuality and intimacy counselling in Vaughan
Rebuild closeness, at your own pace.
Struggles with intimacy are common, and they’re rarely just about sex. In warm, judgment-free sessions, you can explore what has shifted and find your way back to closeness. In Vaughan and online across Ontario.
Intimacy work is often done together. Longer couples sessions give you both room to be heard, understand each other’s needs, and rebuild closeness without blame.
Takes 2 minutes. No credit card. No referral needed.
- 24+ Registered PsychotherapistsLook any of us up on the CRPO register
- Direct billing availableSun Life, Beneva, Green Shield
- Evenings and weekendsIn person or online
Intimacy is more than physical.
Real closeness is built on emotional safety, honest communication and trust. When those come under strain, intimacy tends to strain with them. The distance you feel is often a signal that something underneath needs attention.
Talking about sex and intimacy is hard for a lot of people. Many of us were never taught the words, or grew up feeling shame around the subject. Counselling gives you a calm, private place to explore it without shame or blame, and we welcome people of every orientation, identity and relationship.
Sexuality and intimacy counselling is warm, evidence-based talk therapy for the emotional and relational side of closeness. It helps you understand what has changed, find the words, and reconnect, and you share only what you choose.
- Emotional safety, communication and trust come first
- Inclusive and affirming of every relationship
- On your own or together, in person or online
What’s been happening with closeness lately?
Tap anything that sounds familiar. None of these means something is wrong with you. They’re common, and very workable.
Start with what you’re noticing.
Tap what sounds familiar lately, and we’ll suggest a sensible next step.
You’ve noticed 1 thing.
That’s common, and very workable. A free 20-minute consult is a calm way to talk it through, on your own or together.
You’ve noticed 3 things.
That’s a lot to carry. You don’t need to be in crisis to come, and you share only what you’re comfortable with.
Not sure if something is physical? We’ll encourage seeing your doctor too, and we’re glad to work alongside them.
Book a free 20-minute consultThis isn’t a diagnosis.
Where closeness gets stuck.
Closeness can fade for all kinds of reasons, and none of them means you’re beyond reconnecting. Step through a few common ones, and how we’d meet them together.
- 1What you might feel
“We share a home and a life, but lately we feel more like roommates than partners.”
- 2UnderneathEmotional closeness comes first.Physical intimacy tends to rest on feeling safe and connected. When daily life crowds that out, closeness of every kind can fade with it, so that’s where we start.
- 3The shift
“When we started feeling close again day to day, the rest had room to follow.”
- 1What you might feel
“One of us wants closeness more often than the other, and it’s starting to create tension.”
- 2UnderneathDifferences in desire are common.They’re rarely about who’s right. The goal is understanding each other’s needs, without blame and without pressure.
- 3The shift
“It stopped being a scoreboard, and became something we could talk about.”
- 1What you might feel
“I want to talk about this with my partner, but the words just won’t come.”
- 2UnderneathMany of us were never taught how.Some of us grew up learning to feel shame around the subject. Therapy gives you the words, and the safety to use them, at your own pace.
- 3The shift
“Saying one honest sentence made the next conversation easier.”
- 1What you might feel
“Something from my past, or years of shame, keeps getting in the way.”
- 2UnderneathWe meet it gently, at your pace.Counselling here works with the emotional and relational side of intimacy. You share only what you choose, nothing explicit is required, and for anything physical or medical we encourage seeing a physician too.
- 3The shift
“I could feel close without bracing for it.”
An illustration of a common pattern, not a real client’s words. Closeness can be rebuilt, and it’s very workable.
Talk it through, free for 20 minutesMeet therapists who work with intimacy
Every therapist below is registered with the CRPO and experienced in relationship and intimacy work. Watch a short intro, read their profile, or let us match you in your free consultation.
Watch introSvetlana Antonyshyn
Registered Psychotherapist, FounderCRPO #001652Woodbridge · Online
Founder of InnerSight, with deep experience in couples and relationship work helping partners reconnect.
Watch introValeria Matei
Registered PsychotherapistCRPO #14052Woodbridge · Online
Warm, non-judgmental and emotionally focused, supporting couples to feel safe enough to reconnect.
Watch introCristian Renzi
Registered PsychotherapistCRPO #12088Maple (Vaughan) · Online
Honest and collaborative, helping adults and couples improve communication, rebuild trust and manage emotions in healthier ways.
Not sure who fits?
Let us match you in your free consultation. If the fit isn’t right, we’ll help you switch to another therapist on the team.
On your own or together, both work.
Many people start on their own, and others come as a couple. Either way, you share only what you choose.
On your own
Room to explore what has shifted, find the words, and ease shame or anxiety, at your own pace. Individual work starts with a 70-minute initial assessment.
About individual therapyTogether
Longer sessions give you both room to be heard and to reconnect. Your first couples appointment runs a full 90 minutes at the same rate.
About couples therapyWhat your first session looks like
Talking about intimacy can feel daunting before you start. If you come on your own, your first appointment is a 70-minute assessment. Here’s how it tends to go.
- 1Minutes 0 to 15
Settling in
A warm welcome, a few words on confidentiality, and a clear reminder that you share only what you choose. There’s no judgment here.
- 2Minutes 15 to 60
Understanding what has shifted
Together you look at what feels disconnected, what you’d like to rebuild, and the emotional and relational threads underneath it, at your pace.
- 3Throughout
Nothing explicit required
The work is about understanding and connection, not graphic detail. You decide what to share and when, and there’s never pressure to go further.
- 4The last 10 minutes
Leaving with a plan
You agree on what you’re working toward, and one small thing to notice or try before next week.
“I miss feeling close to you, and I’d like us to have some help talking about it.”
Lead with closeness, not blame.
Exploring identity or orientation?
You’ll be met with respect, whoever you are and however you love. We’re LGBTQ+ affirming, and this is a supportive space to explore who you are.
Meet our therapistsWarm, inclusive, evidence-based care.
Intimacy work tends to both the connection between you and the feelings underneath. Sessions are unhurried and paced by you: you decide what to share and when, and there’s never any pressure to go further than feels right.
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Understand the emotional cycle between you and rebuild a secure, close bond.
More on EFTInclusive, sex-positive talk therapy
An affirming, non-judgmental space for every orientation, identity and relationship.
About individual therapyTrauma-informed care
Gentle, paced work that keeps you feeling safe when the past is part of the picture.
Trauma and PTSD therapyCommunication and connection skills
Practical ways to talk about needs and desires, and to feel close again.
About couples therapyInnerSight was founded by Svetlana Antonyshyn, RP, on the belief that healing should treat the person, not a label. More about our approach.
What the research says
We’ll always be honest about evidence. Sexual concerns are common, and how partners talk about sex is closely tied to how satisfied they feel. Research on counselling for these concerns is thinner than for many others, so we won’t overstate it.
In a national survey in Britain, 51% of women and 42% of men who’d had sex in the past year reported at least one problem with sexual response, yet only about 1 in 10 felt distressed about their sex life.
In the same survey, about a quarter of people in a sexual relationship, 23% of men and 27% of women, reported a mismatch between partners in how interested each was in sex.
Across 93 studies of 38,499 people in relationships, those who communicated well about sex tended to be more satisfied with their relationship and their sex life. How well they talked mattered more than how often. These are links, not proof of cause.
A meta-analysis of 20 trials found psychological therapy eased sexual difficulties and improved sexual satisfaction compared with waiting. The evidence was strongest for women’s low desire and orgasm difficulties, and thinner for other concerns.
Our Registered Psychotherapists provide counselling for the emotional and relational side of sexuality and intimacy. They do not diagnose, prescribe or provide medical treatment, so for physical or sexual-health concerns we encourage seeing a physician too, and we’re glad to work alongside them.
Clinically reviewed by Svetlana Antonyshyn, Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO #001652). Last reviewed October 2026.
What sexuality counselling costs
No hidden fees and no pressure. Most private insurance plans cover a portion of psychotherapy fees. We can bill Sun Life, Beneva (formerly SSQ) and Green Shield directly when your plan is with one of them, and we provide receipts for claims with other insurers.
- $0
- Free consultation · 20 minMeet a therapist, ask anything, and see if it feels right. No credit card and no obligation.
- $280
- Couples session · 85 minA longer session so both partners have room to be heard. Your first couples session runs 90 minutes at the same rate.
- $180
- Individual session · 55 minFor individual relationship work. Your first individual appointment is a 70-minute assessment at $245.
- $175
- Reduced-fee couples sessionWith select supervised therapists in training. Reduced-fee individual sessions are $125.
Appointments cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice may be charged a cancellation fee. Sessions aren’t covered by OHIP, but psychotherapy from a Registered Psychotherapist may qualify as a medical expense at tax time. Worried about cost? See our reduced-fee program, or call us. We’re happy to walk you through it.
How far could your benefits go?
Pick your plan’s yearly maximum for a Registered Psychotherapist.
An estimate, not a quote or a promise of coverage. Plans differ on the percentage reimbursed, per-visit limits, deductibles and which providers they recognize, so check your benefits booklet or ask your insurer about “Registered Psychotherapist” and “Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying).”
Book a free 20-minute consultDon’t take our word for it. Check.
Anyone can say they’re good at this. Here’s what you can verify about us in about two minutes, without speaking to anyone.
Regulated, not self-declared
“Psychotherapist” is a protected title in Ontario. Our team are Registered Psychotherapists, accountable to a College with a public complaints process.
See every therapist’s registrationSupervised every month
Our therapists meet for clinical supervision every month, so the work stays accountable to someone other than the person doing it.
How we workWe show our sources
Where we describe what therapy can help with, we name the source and link it, from Statistics Canada and CAMH to peer-reviewed trials.
What we help withNothing locks you in
No referral needed. No contract, no package to buy. Fees are published up front, $280 for an 85-minute couples session. If the fit isn’t right, tell us and we’ll help you switch to another therapist on the team.
Fees and coverageSexuality counselling: your questions, answered
Still wondering about something? Ask us in a free consult, or call (905) 553-9507. Phones are answered weekdays 9 am to 5 pm, Saturdays 9 am to 2 pm.
Is this the same as sex therapy?
We provide counselling for the emotional and relational side of sexuality and intimacy. For medical sexual-health concerns, we encourage seeing a physician too.
Do I need a referral for sexuality counselling in Vaughan?
No referral is needed. You can book a free 20-minute consultation online at psychotherapyclinic.janeapp.com or call (905) 553-9507. Most people have their first full session within a week.
Can I come on my own or do I need a partner?
Either works. We work with individuals and with couples, so you are welcome to come on your own or together.
Is this inclusive of all identities and relationships?
Yes. We are LGBTQ+ affirming and welcome all relationships and orientations. You will be met with respect, whoever you are and however you love.
Will I have to share explicit details?
No. You share only what you are comfortable with, and sessions stay respectful. The work is about understanding and connection, not graphic detail.
Is it available online across Ontario?
Yes. We offer secure video sessions anywhere in Ontario, plus in-person sessions in Vaughan, Woodbridge and Barrie. Many people find that talking from home feels more comfortable for this kind of work.
How much does it cost and is it covered?
The first consultation is free for 20 minutes. Individual sessions are $180 for 55 minutes and couples sessions are $280 for 85 minutes. There is no OHIP coverage, but most private insurance plans cover a portion of services from a Registered Psychotherapist. We bill Sun Life, Beneva (formerly SSQ) and Green Shield directly.
What happens in the first session?
A relaxed, judgment-free conversation about what feels disconnected and what you would like to rebuild. There is no pressure and no script, just space to be heard.
How is this different from a relationship or sex coach?
A coach typically focuses on techniques and communication scripts. A Registered Psychotherapist works with the emotional and relational roots of intimacy concerns, things like past experiences, body image, trust, or anxiety, alongside practical conversation tools. Many of the same issues show up in both, but therapy goes deeper into why the pattern exists.
Is this about my relationship, or something physical I should see a doctor about?
It can be either or both, and that is completely normal to be unsure about. Registered Psychotherapists do not diagnose or treat medical conditions, so if there is a physical component, we will encourage you to also see your family doctor. We can absolutely help with the emotional, relational, and confidence side, and we are glad to work alongside your physician.
Sexuality counselling near you
In-person sessions in Woodbridge, Maple and Barrie, plus secure video sessions anywhere in Ontario. Evenings and weekends available.
Online across Ontario
Secure video sessions from anywhere in the province. Many people find talking from home more comfortable.
Book an online consultAppointment hoursMonday to Friday, 9:30 am to 8:00 pmSaturday, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
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Intimacy struggles are common and workable, and the first step is a free, no-pressure conversation. You can take it today, on your own or together.
Phones answered Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm, Saturday 9 am to 2 pm.
