Jess Gioia, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist: Kink, Queer & Sex Work Knowledgable Therapy in the East Bay

Arent emotions the worst? I mean, youre chugging along in your established routine that includes all of the things youre supposed to do to be healthy, happy and successful, and then boom! Overwhelming anger or despair pops up out of nowhere and knocks you on your ass, and despite your efforts, there seems to be nothing you can do to stop it. I get it. You are extremely intelligent, highly disciplined; you dont need any more self-care tips. What you do need is someone there when you feel out of control, who wont be intimidated by how deeply you feel and who in fact relishes the opportunity to walk with you on this terrifying and exhilarating journey of being human. Im confident that we can transform your emotions from the disruptive force they are now into a source of inspiration and vitality. About Me: My ties to queer, kink, and sex worker communities are a big part of what inspires me to be a therapist. When I say I am knowledgable, I am referring to many years of personal experience, education and training in these areas. You wont need to waste your valuable time explaining basic concepts or tiptoeing around discussions about sexuality. Whether your decision to begin therapy relates to one of these facets of identity or you just want to ensure that your whole self is welcome in the room, youve come to the right person!