Holly Nelson
Licensed Sex & intimacy Therapist
Scottsdale, Arizona
Specializing in trauma-informed sex therapy
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I help individuals and couples work through low libido, erectile dysfunction, sexual trauma, painful sex, and libido differences so they can feel more connected, confident, and at ease in their intimate lives.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR-Certified, and currently working on my sex therapist certification through AASECT.
I’m based in Scottsdale, AZ, and also work with clients in Salt Lake City, UT.
What I Help With:
I specialize in sex therapy for:
Low libido and loss of sexual desire
You deserve a sex life and relationship that feel safe, calm, and joyful. My goal is to help you get there.
My Approach
My work is trauma-informed and integrates:
✨ EMDR Therapy
Helps you heal trauma, fear, shame, body tension, anxiety, and painful sexual experiences.
✨ EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy)
Helps couples stop the “same fight,” feel closer, and rebuild trust and connection.
✨ Practical Skills & Education
Helps you understand your body, communicate clearly, explore pleasure, and feel confident again.
My goal is to help you move from:
❌ anxiety → to peace
❌ shame → to safety
❌ disconnection → to closeness
❌ fear → to confidence
Together, we build a path toward sexual and emotional healing — at your pace.
A Safe, Affirming Space for Everyone
I am:
sex-positive
trauma-informed
queer-affirming
kink-affirming
non-monogamy aware
body-positive
neurodivergent-affirming
I welcome all identities, orientations, and relationship styles.
You don’t have to hide who you are here.
Education
B.S. Psychology — University of Utah
M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling — University of Phoenix
Professional Training
EMDRIA Certified in EMDR (trauma, shame, sexual trauma, body image, anxiety)
Advanced EFT Training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
AASECT Sex Therapy Training (6 years), currently completing certification
This blend of training helps me look at the whole person — body, mind, emotions, and nervous system — so healing feels deeper and longer lasting.
My Training & Background
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Let’s Work Together
You deserve a sex life and relationship that feel safe, joyful, and connected.
You deserve to feel good in your body.
You deserve intimacy that feels right for YOU.