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Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being: Innovative and Evidence-Based Therapy for Real Results in Sex Therapy, Relationship Counseling, Intimacy Restoration, and More.

What is Relationship and Intimacy Well-Being?

Welcome to a space where curiosity and connection are celebrated and supported. If you’re here, it may be because you’re exploring something meaningful—whether it’s a deeper understanding of yourself, a desire to strengthen your relationships, an interest in discovering new dimensions of sexuality, or a journey of healing old wounds and embracing future joys.

At the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being, we provide an inclusive, safe space to explore mental health, relationships, and sexuality with compassion and openness. Here, we foster conversations free from judgment, stigma, and full of empowerment, offering resources, expert guidance, and a community of support.

Talking about sex, relationships, and mental health doesn’t have to be difficult. We’re here to make it easier and more enriching—because you deserve a holistic and vibrant approach to well-being in today’s world.

About Us

Relationship, Sex and Intimacy Therapy

Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-being was created as a way to assist individuals, partners, family members and the community at large to get the help and support to heal and grow in love, connection and pleasure with self and others through honoring of their unique expression and identity. Relationship, sex and intimacy therapy can help achieve this.

Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-being intentionally has a specialized focus in order to offer the highest quality of clinical services by providing team members with specialized monthly trainings, focused case consultation and supervision, and staying up to date with the most effective treatment and innovative approaches of relationship, sex and intimacy therapy.

Our specialties include relationship counseling and sexual health based on the needs seen in the community we serve. Our services and offerings are holistic and integrative. Our intention is to hold a sacred space for our clients to explore, heal and integrate body, heart, mind and spirit.

Seeing the need for sex-positive and integrative services, we also serve the greater community by offering trainings to professionals in the healing arts.

Our ultimate goal is that individuals and partnerships of varying stages of life, love and connection as well as erotic expressions and identity receive knowledgeable and respectful assistance and guidance on their journey to extraordinary love, sexual freedom, erotic expression, and life vitality.

Mental, relational, and sexual health are deeply interconnected, forming an integral part of the holistic human experience.

What Makes the Center for Relationship &

Intimacy Well-Being Different?

At the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being, we believe that mental health, relationships, and sexuality are deeply interconnected. In today’s ever-evolving cultural landscape, the need for authentic intimacy remains a fundamental human desire. While how people relate to one another continues to change, the need for meaningful connections is universal.

Our founder, Jacqueline Mendez, and our compassionate team are proud members of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). We blend holistic mental health services with education, inclusivity, sex positivity, and integrative approaches to help individuals and couples stay connected in meaningful ways, no matter how the world shifts.

At the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being, we are dedicated to fostering an environment grounded in compassion, empowerment, and respect, creating a space where authentic connection and healing can thrive.

Integrative + Holistic Sex Therapy

Every individual has a unique relationship with sexuality—whether they are actively engaged in it or choosing abstinence. At the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being, we honor and respect your personal sexual journey, creating a safe, shame-free space where you can explore your questions, preferences, challenges, and pleasures.

Our mission is to support you in living an empowered, embodied, and authentic life, encouraging you to define what that looks like for you. Our integrative, holistic therapy techniques provide the compassionate support you need to navigate your path with confidence and clarity, helping you achieve the well-being and intimacy you deserve.

Therapy with Compassionate, Informed Guidance

We believe in the power of community—because, as the saying goes, it truly does take a village. We understand that navigating the vast amount of information available can feel overwhelming. That’s why at the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being, we collaborate with a network of trusted professionals from various fields. Our goal is to provide you with accurate, helpful, and compassionate resources on the topics that matter most to you.

Our compassionate, informed guidance ensures you have access to the support and resources you need on your journey to well-being and intimacy.

Inclusivity

At the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being, we believe everyone has the right to be seen, heard, and valued. We are committed to ensuring our content and resources are accessible to all, embracing individuals from all walks of life—regardless of race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, political views, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, body shape, ability, or personal expression.

We take pride in our culturally informed approach, recognizing and honoring the unique cultural contexts that shape each individual’s experience. By integrating cultural awareness into our work, we ensure that we provide thoughtful, respectful, and relevant support for everyone.

We recognize that every person is unique, and there is always space for us all to show up authentically without shame. With respect, compassion, and an openness to continuous learning, we honor the diversity that makes us human. We’re here for everyone, and we celebrate the richness that diversity brings.

Accessible & Collaborative

We understand that life can be busy, and finding the time and resources for therapy isn’t always easy. That’s why we’re committed to thinking outside the box to provide flexible, accessible options for healing. Along with our ongoing support through low-cost or free resources, short-term sessions, and online workshops, we offer unique formats like intensive therapy sessions, personalized retreats, and specialized programs designed to address deeper needs in a shorter timeframe.

Whether you prefer online or in-person support, our diverse offerings—including online programs/courses, trusted articles, videos, and tailored therapy intensives—allow you to choose what best fits your life. At the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being, we’re dedicated to meeting you where you are and supporting you in ways that work for you, no matter how you prefer to engage in your healing journey.

Integrative Mental Health Services

We deeply understand that mental health is intertwined with every aspect of life. At the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being, we believe in a holistic, integrated approach to well-being that supports you in thriving across all areas of your life. From your relationships and career to your physical health, spirituality, and sex life, each part of your world is connected to your mental health.

Our commitment goes beyond just therapy. We are dedicated to culturally and religiously sensitive care, respecting and honoring our clients’ diverse backgrounds and belief systems. We work with you to restore and maintain balance, helping you live a meaningful, authentic, and empowered life.

Additionally, we are proud to collaborate with a network of trusted professionals, including medical doctors, hormone specialists, pelvic floor experts, doulas, and other healthcare providers. This network allows us to offer a truly holistic approach to care, ensuring that all aspects of your health are supported. Whether you’re seeking to overcome challenges or strengthen the foundations of your life, we are here to guide you toward a more connected, joyful, and fulfilling existence.

How do I know if the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being is right for me?

If you’re wondering whether the Center for Relationship & Intimacy Well-Being is the right place for you, ask yourself if you’re seeking a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your relationships, sexuality, and mental health in a holistic and integrative way. Our approach is warm, inclusive, and tailored to meet your unique needs, honoring the diversity of backgrounds and experiences that shape you. Whether you’re struggling with intimacy, looking to deepen your connection with yourself or others, or navigating complex emotions, we are here to support you every step of the way.

We combine expertise in sex therapy, relationship counseling, and mental health care with a commitment to cultural sensitivity, inclusivity, and personal growth. If you need a safe, empowering space to address any of these areas, we are here for you. We work collaboratively, ensuring that your journey toward well-being aligns with your values, goals, and aspirations.

How do I know if I need sex therapy?

Sex therapy may be the right fit for you if you’re facing challenges or questions related to your sexuality, sexual identity, or intimate relationships. Your relationship with sex affects all aspects of your life, and if something in that area no longer feels fulfilling or aligned with who you are, we’re here to help you navigate it with care and understanding.

If you identify with any of the following concerns, it might be time to consider sex therapy:

– Feeling disconnected from your own sexuality or desires
– Experiencing sexual trauma or healing from past experiences
– Struggling with sexual dysfunction or pain during sex
– Having concerns about sexual orientation, gender identity, or relationship dynamics
– Facing intimacy challenges or mismatched libidos in your relationship
– Feeling shame or guilt about your sexuality
– Exploring non-traditional relationship styles or fantasies
– Experiencing compulsivity in sexual behaviors that are causing distress
– Dealing with the aftermath of infidelity or betrayal trauma
– Encountering performance anxiety or challenges with arousal or orgasm

How do I get started?

Taking the first step toward healing and growth is often the hardest, but we’re here to make it as easy and comfortable as possible. We invite you to schedule a free, 20-minute consultation with a member of our compassionate team.

During this time, we’ll get to know you, listen to your goals, and answer any questions you may have about our services, therapy approaches, or resources.

Whether you’re interested in individual therapy, couples counseling, or exploring our online courses and workshops, we’re here to support you on your journey. Your well-being is our priority, and we look forward to connecting with you soon.

If you are ready to address these issues in a safe, understanding, and expert-guided environment, sex therapy could be the path to helping you heal and reclaim your sexuality, intimacy, and freedom.

We’re here to support you with open-hearted care and expert guidance.

Meet The Team

We are a group of relationship, intimacy and sexuality specialists who dedicated to providing innovative and effective therapeutic approaches throughout California. We have the shared belief that all individuals and partnerships deserve nonjudgmental support and guidance in growing and opening to greater love, intimacy, and pleasure.

The CLINICAL Team

Vanesa Akbarpour

CLINICIAN

Channeing Dane

CLINICIAN
Not Accepting New Clients

Jacqueline Mendez

Founder | Clinical Director

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Relationship, Sex and Intimacy Therapy Approach

Why the color green…

The heart (or the fourth Chakra) is located at the center of the breastbone between the two breasts. This space deals with love and relationships and represents the energy center for an individual’s happiness and feelings of compassion for self and others. The heart is also known as the balance point of the body and soul.

The color green is associated with the heart which is associated with the skin, and the action of one’s hands. The heart, in turn, is the organ associated with unconditional love and kindness.

In Sanskrit, the fourth Chakra or Heart Chakra is also known as the Anahata Chakra which means ‘unstruck, unhurt and unbeaten’. Thusly, the Heart Chakra is associated with calm, serenity and ‘sounds without violence.’ The Heart Chakra governs our relationships and interactions with those around us. It supports us in determining our values, beliefs, and how well we accept ourselves and those around us.

A well-balanced and grounded heart space helps one show up more compassionately and loving towards others without expecting anything in return as well as creating stronger relationships and the freedom from depending on others for our own peace and happiness.

With these principals, CRIW uses a holistic approach to relationship, sex and intimacy therapy to achieve client’s goals.