Counseling With Tycee
Helping others feel free to be who they truly are in every area of their lives.
Hello! I’m Tycee Belcastro, M.A., LMFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist in Colorado, Washington, and Oregon and a Certified Couples and Sex Therapy Informed Professional with over 20 years of experience. I warmly welcome you to explore all things relationship—whether with yourself, a partner(s), or others—in a safe, supportive space. My integrative approach blends advanced training with the wisdom of my own lived experiences—navigating personal challenges, celebrating relationship and parenting successes, and learning from setbacks with humility. I specialize in healing sexual trauma, addressing shame around sexuality, untangling complex religious messages without compromising your values, and fostering emotional resilience and open communication. If you are hungry for deeper intimacy, maximum confidence, and to create the thriving relationships you deserve... let's connect.
What is Intimacy?
Most people long to feel deeply connected to the important people in their lives—and they often have the best intentions to build meaningful relationships. Yet, despite these intentions, many relationships fall short of the depth and closeness they crave. This can happen in all types of relationships—romantic partnerships, family ties, friendships, and even professional dynamics.
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Sadly, a lack of intimacy sometimes becomes the accepted norm, simply because people don’t realize that deeper connection is possible—with the right support and skills.
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Florida-based therapist Samantha Bickham, LMHC, outlines many forms of intimacy. I've expanded on her list to include a variety of meaningful ways we connect:
Emotional Intimacy
The ability to share your innermost thoughts, feelings, and vulnerabilities with another person—and feel safe, heard, accepted, and supported in return.
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Physical Intimacy
Non-sexual touch that fosters closeness, comfort, and safety—such as hugs, cuddles, holding hands, or simply being physically near someone you trust.
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Sexual Intimacy
The deep connection that comes through shared sexual expression and pleasure, rooted in trust, communication, and mutual respect.
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Intellectual Intimacy
Sharing ideas, engaging in meaningful conversations, and feeling connected through thoughtful dialogue and curiosity.
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Spiritual Intimacy
A shared sense of purpose or connection to something greater—whether through religion, nature, shared values, or a mutual sense of wonder and awe.
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Experiential Intimacy
Bonding through shared experiences—traveling, working on a project, attending events, or simply spending time side by side in meaningful ways.
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Creative Intimacy
Connecting through artistic or expressive activities—music, art, writing, or any creative outlet that allows for mutual inspiration and self-expression.
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Social Intimacy
The comfort of belonging to the same social circles or communities, where shared norms and mutual friends help foster connection.
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Aesthetic Intimacy (Play)
Sharing joy, humor, beauty, and playfulness—whether laughing together, enjoying a beautiful sunset, or engaging in lighthearted fun.
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Work Intimacy
The connection that forms through shared goals, collaboration, and mutual respect in professional or task-oriented settings.
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Conflict Intimacy
The ability to engage in disagreement with honesty, respect, and repair—using conflict as a way to deepen understanding rather than create distance.
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Nurturing Intimacy
Offering and receiving care, comfort, and emotional support—creating a dynamic where each person feels valued and held.
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Intimacy with Self
The foundation of all other intimacy: knowing, honoring, and connecting deeply with your own thoughts, feelings, needs, and desires.
As your guide, I’m here to help you develop the skills to cultivate intimacy across all areas of life. With curiosity, courage, and commitment to your growth, you can experience the richness and fulfillment that come with deeply connected relationships.
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So… Why Is Intimacy Such a Big Deal?
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Because it really does everything. Research shows that feeling close and connected to others helps lower stress, boosts your immune system, improves healing, and even helps you live longer. It can lift your mood, lower your blood pressure and heart rate, and increase oxytocin—that “feel good” hormone that helps you feel calm and safe.
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But it’s not just about physical benefits. Intimacy makes relationships richer and more satisfying. It helps us feel seen, safe, and supported. It gives us space to be real—and to be loved for it. As we build these skills, we also become better at creating meaningful connections in our communities.
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And when it comes to romantic relationships? The research is clear: more emotional intimacy increases sexual satisfaction, and—beautifully—the reverse is also true.
It's a powerful, positive loop.
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Need I go on?
Let’s Talk About Sex Therapy
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Healthy sex can—and should—be a pleasurable, meaningful part of your life, no matter your age, relationship status, or where you are in your journey. Sexuality is a core part of being human. It’s deeply relational, but it starts with the relationship you have with yourself. So, if you’re single, know this: you still deserve to explore and nurture this vital part of who you are.
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People come to sex therapy for all kinds of reasons. Whatever yours is, it matters—and it will be treated with care and respect. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve sat with someone who worried their concerns were “weird” or “not normal.” The truth? Nearly everyone has questions, challenges, or wounds around sex and sexuality. You are not alone. I know it takes courage to reach out, and I want you to know: I’ll walk beside you. We’ll go at your pace, and I’ll help light the way.
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So, What Is Sex Therapy—And How Does It Work?
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Sex therapy is talk therapy that focuses on the parts of life that often feel the hardest to talk about. We’ll explore what’s getting in the way of the intimacy, confidence, or connection you want, and work together to define what you want from your sexual and relational life.
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We’ll start with an initial assessment and use that to shape a plan that fits you. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply—sexually, emotionally, physically, mentally, and even spiritually.
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I bring a sex-positive, body-positive, and non-judgmental approach to this work, grounded in self-responsibility, deep respect, and the belief that compassionate curiosity can lead to powerful transformation.
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Here are just some of the things I can support you with—whether you’re solo or in a relationship:
For Individuals and Partners:
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• Exploring what healthy sex and sexuality mean for you
• Identifying and working through blocks to sexual connection
• Healing from sexual trauma
• Untangling complex religious messages without compromising your values
• Claiming your sexual orientation and identity
• Rebuilding body image and reconnecting with your sensual, sexual self
• Untangling from patterns that no longer serve you
• Navigating sexual dysfunction (low desire, pain, ED, early ejaculation, etc.)
• Explore the effects of Autoimmune Disorders, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, and Chronic Pain on intimacy—and how to stay connected through it.
• Learning how to talk to your kids about sex in healthy, age-appropriate ways
• Addressing mismatched desire in a relationship
• Healing after infidelity
• Deepening intimacy and satisfaction in your relationship
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