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Alice Child

Somatic Sexologist, Sex Therapist & Couples Counsellor

Alice Child (she/her) is an award-winning Somatic Sexologist, Couples Counsellor and founder of Bedrock.

She helps individuals and couples reconnect to their bodies, improve their intimacy, and navigate the inevitable sex & intimacy challenges that happen in life. She founded Bedrock to create a safe, inclusive space where individuals and couples can explore sexuality, communication and pleasure as an essential part of wellbeing - without shame or pressure.

Trained with the Australian School of Somatic Sexology and the Gottman Institute, Alice draws on years of training in sexology, somatic therapy, couples counselling and trauma-informed practice. Alice combines science-based methods with a warm, down-to-earth approach. Her work blends sex education, body awareness, mindfulness, counselling techniques and practical exercises that guide clients towards confidence, pleasure, and connection.

She has extensive experience working across a wide range of areas, including painful sex, sexual function, body image, kink & BDSM, ethical non-monogamy, LGBTQIA+, and couples sex therapy. Alice is recognised for her educational talks, workshops and media commentary on modern intimacy, consent, and sexual wellness. She's been featured in national and international publications, spoken at wellbeing events & festivals, and has collaborated with leading brands on projects promoting healthy, open, conversations about sex and pleasure.

Full list of qualifications
  • The Body Keeps The Score - Full Day Workshop with Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk, Certificate of Attendance, 2026
  • #1 Best Rated Couples Counsellor Mosman NSW – Quality Business Awards (2025)
  • Sensate Focus for Couples Sex Therapy – Sexual Health Solutions, Certificate of Attendance (2025)
  • Integrating Gottman Method and Sex Therapy – AASECT, Certificate of Attendance (2025)
  • Clinical Foundations in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 2 – Gottman Institute (2025)
  • Behavioural Sex Therapy for Treating Delayed Ejaculation – AASECT, Certificate of Attendance (2024)
  • Certificate in Embodied Counselling – Institute of Somatic Sexology (2024)
  • Clinical Foundations in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 1 – Gottman Institute (2023)
  • Certified Somatic Sex Educator – Institute of Somatic Sexology (2022)
  • Certified Sexological Bodyworker and Somatic Sexologist – Institute of Somatic Sexology (2021)
  • Professional Member – Somatic Sex Educators’ Association of Australasia
  • Founding Graduate – Future of Sex Sextech School (2020)
  • Lifeline Crisis Counsellor – Australia (2020)
  • BA (Hons) English Literature and Language – Nottingham University
Areas of Practice

Sexual Concerns

  • Painful sex / Vaginismus
  • Premature ejaculation
  • Erectile dysfunction / Erection difficulty
  • Difficulties with orgasm
  • Body confidence / Body image
  • Performance anxiety
  • Low libido
  • Mismatched libido / Mismatched desires
  • Sexual shame
  • Difficulty with sexual communication
  • Porn reliance
  • Sexual anxiety

Sexual Exploration

  • Voicing desires, fantasies & trying new things
  • Pleasure anatomy and education
  • Understanding libido, arousal and orgasmicity
  • Toys and erotic tools
  • Techniques, skills and strokes
  • Consent and boundary work
  • Building sexual confidence
  • Sexual communication
  • Breath, movement, and touch
  • Mindfulness and embodiment
  • Introduction to tantra
  • Relationship dynamics and ethical non-monogamy
  • BDSM, kinks and power play
  • Sexual exploration and sexuality
  • Anal sex
Availability

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)

  • Monday  9am - 7pm (Online Only)
  • Tuesday  8am - 7pm
  • Wednesday  8am - 7pm
  • Thursday  8am - 7pm
  • Friday  9am - 5pm
Fees
  • 90min Session - $350
  • 60min Session - $230
  • 4 Part Program 90Min - $1350
  • 4 Part Program 60min - $890
  • 8 Part Program - $2700
  • Couples Program - $2800

Get in touch

58 Starkey Street,
Forestville, Sydney, Australia, 2087
Opening Hours

Monday  9am-5pm
Tuesday  8am-8pm
Wednesday  8am-8pm
Thursday  8am-8pm
Friday  9am-5pm
Weekends  Closed

hello@bedrockclinic.com.au
+61 478 084 410