Sex Worker Ally Directory
Welcome to our public directory of vetted professionals to ensure a safer space for sex workers to receive services in a welcoming and non-judgemental way.
To ensure a respectful and informed interaction with members of our community, we required individuals without experience or unbiased education in the sex industry to complete our 'Sex Work is Work Bias Prevention Training' before being listed in our directory.
This directory was last updated in September 2024. If you require any updates please email: admin@answersociety.org (monitored monthly)
Counsellors
Nikki Featherstone she|her
Online Counselling and Art Therapy, RCAT
Registered Canadian Art Therapist, Nikki Featherstone, holds space for you while guiding you through important life and internal events. Art therapy counselling is an effective therapy for all types of people looking for pathways to mental health and wellness. Her therapeutic approach is: feminist, anti-oppressive, person-centered, spiritually integrated, and trauma informed. Special populations: women, femme identified humans, SWs, queer, 2SLGBTQ+, poly/non-monogamous couples & families; minority faith groups (i.e. paganism, eclectic spiritual faith traditions, etc.)
Hay Lakes, AB
Registered psychologist
Everyone's journey is unique, therefore requires a unique and custom approach. It is my honour to help in your journey if you allow me to do so. We walk through where you'd like to be and come up with a plan on how to get you to that destination. I provide a safe space for you to find what works for you to grow and change. My goal is to empower you with tools to help you continue that growth far past the therapy office. Offers sliding scale fee to those without insurance.
Edmonton, AB
Keltie Winters she|her
Edmonton, AB
Social Worker/Therapist, RSW, MSW, MA, EMDR
In-person and virtually
Welcome, I am Keltie! I am trauma informed therapist who is passionate about working collaboratively with individuals seeking new and authentic ways to heal and thrive. You can expect humour, warmth, and transparency from me, as well as tailored sessions around your goals, needs, and comfort. I work holistically, employing intersectional feminist and anti-oppressive values to explore new perspectives to address our daily challenges. Sessions with me can include: processing difficult or challenging life experiences, exploring identity, identify values, and setting or define boundaries with both self and others. Let’s explore together!
Dorothy Mackintosh she|her
Calgary, AB
Online Art Therapy, Registered Canadian Art Therapist, DKATI, Certified Life & Wellness Coach CCA
I am a professional Clinical Art Therapist, mixed media artist, and mother of three grown children. I bring the ideals of empowerment, empathy and compassion into all of my work. I work within a feminist framework, believing wholeheartedly that we are all valuable members of our community and should be treated with respect and non-judgement. The focus of my art therapy practice is positive art therapy which builds on the principles of positive psychology. I consider myself to be an ally of those in the sex work profession having conducted art therapy with women who have been sex workers. Positive art therapy has made it easier to develop a sense of self through the exploration of personal strengths thereby empowering women to work through deep rooted life challenges.
Calgary, AB
Art Therapy, ATR, RCAT, CCC
"When words are not enough to express how we feel, we make art".
Art Therapy is a mental health service that helps clients express themselves through the art making process. Your Art Therapist Jenn, will help guide you through your healing session. Each session is tailor made for the clients unique and individual needs. Jenn works to ensure that each client feels heard, seen, validated and supported. No prior art skills are required.
Edmonton, AB
Counseling, Life Coaching, and Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Equinox Therapeutic specializes in providing mental health support to individuals who feel stuck in patterns. Whether it's because of traumatic past experiences or current coping mechanisms that are no longer functional for you, our work focuses on helping to untangle these webs, supporting the "real you" into a place of greater clarity, health, and potential.
Calgary, AB
Online Counseling, MA, MC, CCC
I'm a counsellor and public educator with a decade of experience supporting marginalized populations and a specialty in complex trauma. I am an abolitionist who uses systemic, person-centred/humanistic, somatic, solutions-focused, and feminist therapies and an advanced level student of Somatic Experiencing. You can expect me to ask you many "how" questions and crack the odd joke with you about your tried, tested, and true coping strategies.
Edmonton, AB
Counseling
Life is complicated, and it helps to have someone be there for you. I am passionate about working with individuals navigating difficult topics such as relationships, life transitions, trauma, self-confidence, careers, and more. I have two years experience supporting sex workers and am not afraid to work through challenging stuff. I think it is important for healing that you feel accepted and understood, and this is what I aim to provide in our work together.
Edmonton, AB
Registered Provisional Psychologist
I am a sex positive therapist who aims to break the silence, shame, and stigma that surrounds sexuality. My approach is relational, meaning that I believe the process of change is enhanced by the quality of the relationship formed in therapy. I specialize in anxiety, depression, anger, and finding meaning in life.
Life Coach
Counselling, Life coaching, Art and music therapy
I am a Certified Psychological Health & Safety Advisor (CMHA) who specializes in mental health support, Psychological First Aid, life coaching, and music therapy. I offer a safe, compassionate space for individuals to freely express themselves, utilizing various modalities to create therapeutic environments and access resources. I am able to meet clients in a public or private setting, except for music therapy sessions, which are provided in-studio.
Edmonton, AB
Legal Assistance
Legal Services
Our office is all-female lawyers providing services in all areas of criminal law - for accused persons and witnesses/complainants. Danielle is trained in trauma informed interviewing and represents complainants testifying in sexual assault trials. We offer a free 30 minute consultation on most matters and payment plans for those who do not qualify for Legal Aid.
Edmonton, AB
Graphic Design
Graphic Design
Marc is a veteran in the graphic design field, with over 20 years experience. During that time, he has branded hundreds of local businesses and organizations, was an instructor at MacEwan University, and founded the award winning graphic design & illustration studio El Designo. Marc's clean bright illustration style has been used by publications throughout Canada, his illustrations sell in boutiques from Vancouver to Toronto and his corporate clients span Canada & the United States.
Edmonton, AB
Health and Safety
Fitness and Dance Studios
Music therapy, life coaching, art therapy
VĪV Mental Health offers free, primary access to mental health resources based on individual needs and budget. We also offer music therapy, mental health coaching, training, and education.
Edmonton, AB
Sexual assault centre
A non-profit organization working to support the healing and empowerment of those who have been affected by sexual violence. We offer counselling services, specialized police and court support and education.
Sherwood Park, AB
Sexual health education
Ann Sinyard is a sexual health educator in Edmonton whose work is centered on accessible, sex-positive education for all. She integrates compassion, gender/cultural-inclusivity, and functional awareness into all aspects of her work, and is unafraid of answering tough questions surrounding consent, intimacy, and safety—particularly given her experience as a sexual health consultant at With Consent. Her goal is to better equipped folks to make informed decisions about their individual sexual health and wellness.
Edmonton, AB
Support and Advocacy from a Harm Reduction Perspective
Turning Point provides community-based support and advocacy for health, legal, financial, social, and cultural matters from a harm reduction perspective. Their expertise in service delivery to marginalized populations, including those who use substances and the LGBTQIA2S+ community, includes resources such as outreach workers to assist with support and advocacy, peer-led support groups, and PPE supplies. Turning Point has experience working with both male and female sex workers, and providing support for pregnant women throughout and after pregnancy.
Red Deer, AB
Sexual Assault Centre
The Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton (SACE) exists to support people impacted by sexual violence and engage communities to promote respect and uphold a culture of consent. SACE provides an extensive range of support services for people who experience sexual violence, including crisis support, counselling, police and court support, and advocacy, and fosters prevention of sexual violence through direct public education and advisory consultation with groups and agencies undertaking their own prevention efforts.
Edmonton, AB
Media Services
Photo and Promo Media Services for Entertainers and Industry Workers
Studio NOVA is a female, queer, S/Wer identifying photographer, cultivating an environment where 18+ clients of all genders and body types feel comfortable in their own body, and empowered by the art that they make. Some book for content and marketing purposes, some for personal enjoyment and respite. Safety and professionalism are top priority, ensuring sex workers feel respected, in control, and comfortable at all times during photoshoots.
Studio NOVA focuses on media and photography for seasoned models, sex workers and dancers, as well as industry newbies. She understands what sex workers need, and can guide newer industry professionals through their first photoshoot. Available Alberta wide, her home base is in Calgary, with regular trips to Edmonton and other Alberta locations. As a current stripper and erotic content creator, she understands the very real need for safe, well reviewed, quality photographers. She herself has experienced both the good and bad sides of working with various kinds of photographers, and brings 9 years of boudoir and erotica experience to the table. With each session, you are gently led through the guided posing experience by a professional photographer who, like you, identifies as a sex worker/content creator. SWers receive double the images when booking with Studio NOVA.