Desire and Bloom Therapy
Where growth and desire intertwine
Support for anxiety, relationships, intimacy, and emotional wellness — for individuals and couples.
Who I Work With & My Approach
I work with individuals and couples who feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns they can’t seem to shift. Many of the people I support come in feeling confused about their desire, unsure how to communicate their needs, or longing for deeper emotional and physical closeness. Others are carrying anxiety, stress, or past experiences that continue to affect their relationships and sense of self.
My approach is warm, empathic, and direct. I blend evidence-based therapy with sex-positive education and EMDR-informed trauma work to help you understand your emotions, your patterns, and what your body is trying to tell you. Together, we slow things down, get curious beneath the surface, and build new pathways toward confidence, clarity, intimacy, and connection.
What I Specialize In
I support a wide range of emotional, relational, and sexual wellness concerns. These are the areas I most commonly help with:
Emotional & Individual Wellness
Anxiety, overthinking, and burnout
Stress, overwhelm, and emotional exhaustion
Shame, self-doubt, or difficulty expressing needs
Attachment wounds and relational patterns
Trauma and EMDR-informed healing
Relationships & Intimacy
Communication challenges
Conflict cycles, disconnection, or resentment
Rebuilding trust after infidelity
Emotional intimacy concerns
Mismatched desire or difficulty staying connected
Sexual Wellness
Low desire or desire discrepancy
Difficulty with arousal or orgasm
Sexual pain (vaginismus, dyspareunia)
Erectile difficulties (ED) or premature ejaculation (PE)
Performance anxiety or avoidance
Have questions about sex therapy, intimacy concerns, or what working together would look like? You can read more here:
Hi, I’m Shie.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and AASECT-certified sex therapist who helps individuals and couples understand their emotions, deepen intimacy, heal past experiences, and reconnect with themselves and each other. My style is warm, empathic, and direct — blending evidence-based therapy with sex-positive education and EMDR-informed trauma work.
I’m here to create a grounded, supportive space where you can slow down, explore what’s beneath the surface, and build the clarity and connection you’ve been craving.
In-Person & Online Therapy Options
In-Person Sessions (Wilmington, NC)
I offer in-person therapy at my calm, private office in downtown Wilmington:
201 N Front St, Suite 512
Wilmington, NC 28401
The space is warm, grounded, and designed to help you feel comfortable and supported.
Online Therapy (NC Residents)
If you prefer the comfort of your home, I offer secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for clients throughout North Carolina.
Both options are equally effective — choose what feels best for you.
What It Feels Like to Work Together
My clients describe therapy with me as grounding, honest, and deeply supportive. Sessions feel like a safe place to explore desire, intimacy, anxiety, or relationship patterns without shame or judgment — a space where you can finally exhale and be fully yourself.
My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink-aware, and sex-positive.
You deserve closeness, confidence, and connection that feels real and meaningful.
If you’re ready, I’m here to help.