Trauma-Informed Paths to Intimacy and Empowerment

Amber Stephanie Bax-Baird

Amber Stephanie Bax is a compassionate BPS-registered psychological practitioner dedicated to helping adults rediscover their path to intimacy after sexual trauma. With a background in Applied Clinical Psychology and years of experience as an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor, she provides a sanctuary where clients can move from the shadows of PTSD and shame toward a life of body positivity and authentic pleasure. Her approach is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves safe, consensual, and fulfilling connections, regardless of their past.

By blending humanistic and cognitive-behavioral techniques, Amber empowers individuals and couples to establish healthy boundaries and regain control over their bodies. She focuses on replacing triggers with empowerment, ensuring that every step of the journey is taken at the client's own pace. Whether you are navigating flashbacks or seeking to rebuild sexual confidence, Amber offers the expert guidance needed to transform survival into thriving, fostering lasting health and happiness.

Local Title (UK): Psychological Practitioner and Specialist Trauma Consultant

Worldwide Title: International Intimacy Recovery Specialist and Trauma-Informed Consultant

Specializations: Trauma Recovery & Sexual Violence Support | Post-Traumatic Intimacy & Boundaries | PTSD & Trigger Management | LGBTQI+ & Minoritized Community Inclusion | Sex Positivity & Body Confidence | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Intimacy

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Specialized Support for Survivors of Sexual Violence

This service is dedicated to adults who have experienced sexual trauma and are looking to regain control over their bodies and their lives. We focus on the current challenges you are facing—such as flashbacks, sleep disturbances, or intimacy boundaries—rather than requiring you to recount the details of the trauma. My approach is to replace triggers with empowerment, helping you find a way to enjoy sex as a source of strength rather than a source of distress.

Couples Navigating Relational Taboos

Struggling with intimacy can be a sensitive topic, and the mental blocks that arise after trauma can create significant barriers between partners. I help couples explore these challenges early on to establish a healthy, person-centered approach to connection. By breaking down stigmas and fostering honest, vulnerable communication, we work to rebuild a relationship grounded in mutual respect, trust, and shared pleasure.

Inclusive Care for Diverse Identities & Backgrounds

I am committed to providing a safe sanctuary for adults from all backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQI+ community, males, and individuals from minoritized backgrounds. Everyone faces issues with intimacy at some stage, and I understand the unique societal pressures and stigmas that can impact these specific communities. In this space, your identity is respected, and our work is tailored to reflect your personal truth and cultural context.

Education and Advocacy for Lasting Change

Beyond individual and couple support, I draw on my extensive experience as an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor to offer education and training. I work with schools, universities, and professional organizations to promote sex positivity and healthy boundaries. These sessions are designed to dismantle the taboos surrounding sex after trauma, providing the knowledge needed to foster safer, more informed, and more supportive communities.

My Services

Reclaiming Safety and Intimacy

Reclaiming your sense of self and your right to pleasure after experiencing trauma is a deeply personal journey that requires a specialized, gentle approach. I believe that every person deserves to have safe, consensual, and fulfilling sex in their life, regardless of the challenges they have faced. By focusing on your unique needs—whether that involves managing triggers, establishing new boundaries, or simply feeling confident in your own skin—we work together to build a support plan that prioritizes your pace and your empowerment. My goal is to help you move from survival to thriving, transforming fear into a foundation for future health and happiness.

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My Philosophy & Journey

Driven by the core belief that sex should be enjoyed in a safe, consenting manner and that every individual deserves the right to safe, fulfilling experiences, Amber has dedicated her career to dismantling these taboos. For her, the most rewarding aspect of this work is witnessing the phenomenal transformation of her clients; hearing their feedback and seeing them move from a place of struggling with intimacy to feeling truly body-positive and confident in themselves once again is what fuels her determination. By blending her clinical knowledge with extensive training in PTSD, coercive control, and trauma-informed principles, she ensures that every person she supports is met with the empathy and integrity needed to foster a future of health and happiness.

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Our Process

A Collaborative Path to Reclaiming Your Truth

The journey begins with a dedicated initial meeting where we focus on understanding your specific needs and the reasons you’ve sought support. Together, we establish a safe foundation by identifying your personal boundaries and potential triggers right from the first session to ensure your recovery remains the top priority. We utilize SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely—which we design collaboratively to provide a clear and encouraging roadmap for our work. Each session moves strictly at your own pace, focusing on the feelings and beliefs surrounding your objectives through a mix of humanistic and cognitive-behavioral therapies tailored specifically for you. We conclude every meeting with a joint reflection to review our progress and plan the next steps toward your lasting empowerment and happiness.

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Taking the first step is often the most courageous one. If you're ready to gain clarity, understand the patterns shaping your life, and build a more empowered future, I invite you to connect. I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore if my approach is the right fit for you. Let's begin the conversation.

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Special Focus

The "Reclaim Without Retell" Method

Amber Stephanie Bax offers a uniquely specialized approach that prioritizes the restoration of intimacy without the need for clients to revisit or retell the specifics of their trauma. By integrating her experience as an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) with clinical psychology, she focuses on the current emotional and physical barriers—such as flashbacks, boundary anxiety, and body confidence—to help you take control of your body again in a gentle, supportive manner. This "Reclaim Without Retell" method ensures that therapy remains a safe, non-triggering sanctuary where you can transform survival into empowerment and rediscovering pleasure as a source of strength.
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