Makenna Sutter-Robinson, SWI

SHE/HER

I am currently completing my master’s degree in Clinical Social Work at Columbia University, bringing to this work my background as a birth doula and my experience supporting survivors of gender-based violence. My practice focuses on intimacy, communication, trauma recovery, and meeting the diverse needs of both LGBTQ+ and heterosexual individuals and couples. My background also includes working with survivors of trafficking, birth and postpartum individuals, new parents, military families, and foster youth transitioning into adulthood. While I have additional experience in these areas, I welcome clients from all backgrounds and experiences.

Grounded in a non-pathologizing approach to sexual health and desire, my therapeutic style is empathetic, direct, and nonjudgmental. I welcome clients exactly as they are and often draw on narrative and storytelling to explore complex histories and experiences.

I recognize that one’s sexual and erotic self is shaped by many influences—religious and familial upbringing, cultural narratives, education, traumatic experiences, and formative relationships—and I aim to hold space for those complexities with care and curiosity. My goal as a therapist is to help facilitate conversations that foster intimacy, healing, and self-acceptance, while supporting people in finding greater pleasure and connection in their lives.

Let’s create a space where you feel seen, accepted, and can explore the complexities of your story at your own pace.

 

If you’re interested in working together, email me today, and we can find a time to meet and see if working together would be a good fit.