Shay Rees-Davies

I grew up as a 'tomboy', in rural small town South Africa, barefoot, muddy and dreaming of wild adventures beyond the horizon. Today, I have many labels: scuba-diving fanatic, furbaby-mom, wife, aunt, sister, daughter, friend, yoga teacher, Sexologist, and more;  beyond these labels I am a free-thinking independent woman fiercely protective of freedom, and incredibly grateful for the experience of being human. 

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For many years, I thrived in various corporate & private roles around the world, always fascinated by human behavior. My experiences living and working with diverse cultures ignited a passion for truth and understanding. This led me to Sexology, an autonomous science that explores the fascinating complexities of human sexuality.

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Graduating as a certified therapist from the International Academy of Sexology, I'm guided by the high standard of ethics set out by the Council of Sexual Health Professions South Africa and the World Professional Association of Transgender Health.

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My approach to therapy is much like to my approach to life - Integrative; using therapeutic modalties that include traditional CBT,  Gestalt, Art Therapy, Somatic Therapy and Yoga.  There is no 'one size' fits all and I strive to develop treatment plans that work for the person, or people, in front of me. 

 

Part of my work also includes victim support and advocacy. Standing up to 'the bully', has always been in my nature and the persuit of justice & healing for survivors of sexual crime and domestic violence, is intrenched in my being. 

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Sexuality is a powerful force, a source of euphoric joy,  desperate pain and everything in between and beyond, intricately woven into our past, present and future.
My space is, and always will be, a safe space to explore sexuality openly and honestly, regardless of background or beliefs.

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With Compassion

Shay

 

"May All Beings Everywhere Be Happy and Free" - Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

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