Why Every Health Event Needs to Talk About Intimacy

Better Recovery, Better Relationships, Better Quality of Life

Partner With Me To Improve Post-Surgery Intimacy & Relationship Outcomes

My name is Trina Ricketts and I am an Ostomy & Post Surgery Intimacy Coach. I help people rebuild body confidence and restore sensual desire after body-altering surgery through changing their beliefs about their bodies and what constitutes real intimacy and giving them some techniques to navigate their changed bodies. 

Through presentations, workshops, and patient education, I provide practical guidance on:

  • Body image after surgery

  • Fear of intimacy and rejection

  • Rebuilding emotional connection

  • Communicating with partners

  • Non-penetrative intimacy and adaptive techniques

  • Dating after surgery

  • Reclaiming confidence and quality of life

I work as an extension of your team, helping the people you serve:

  • Rebuild confidence after body-altering surgery

  • Navigate intimacy, dating, and relationship concerns

  • Reduce fear around body image, rejection, odor, leaks, and intimacy

  • Learn practical strategies for physical intimacy, including when penetration isn't possible

  • Improve communication with partners about surgery and sexual changes

  • Move from surviving surgery to living a full, connected life

I create a safe, judgment-free space where the people you serve can ask the questions they often never ask their surgeon, nurse, or physician; leaving with practical strategies, renewed hope, and greater confidence for life after surgery. 

Benefits for Your Organization

  • Offer more comprehensive support without increasing staff workload.

  • Provide the people you serve with access to specialized intimacy support that's outside the scope of most support organizations or clinical appointments.

  • Give your team a trusted referral resource for conversations that require additional time or specialized expertise.

  • Enhance the value of your support groups, education programs, or events with a topic the people you serve consistently care about but rarely discuss.

  • Help the people you serve feel seen, heard, and supported throughout their recovery journey.

  • Demonstrate a commitment to whole-person recovery, not just physical healing.

  • Extend your continuum of care beyond surgery, emotional support, and medical follow-up.

Flexible Partnership Options

Every organization is different. Depending on your needs, presentations may be offered as:

  • Complimentary educational sessions

  • Cross-promotion on our social media and other resources 

  • Honorarium-based presentations

  • Conference speaking engagements

  • Sponsored workshops

  • Private coaching referrals for interested patients

Let's discuss the option that best fits your organization and budget.

"...she captivates her audience."

“Trina Ricketts is an exceptional writer, speaker, and human advocate. She captivates her audience, holding them close throughout. As a college speaker, she leaves students challenging their belief systems by opening their minds to new perspectives and ideas. She creates a safe space for students to explore, collaborate, and debate ways to support vulnerable populations within our communities. Regardless the medium, her straightforward, honest, and witty approach facilitates learning and fun.” -Sheralyn Robertson, College Professor, Human Services

Next Steps

  1. Schedule a short discovery call.

  2. We'll discuss your audience and goals.

  3. I'll recommend the presentation or partnership that's the best fit.

  4. Together, we'll help the people you serve to move beyond recovery and back to living.

I'd love to learn about your organization and explore whether a partnership would benefit your members or patients. There is no obligation, just a conversation about what's possible. 

Every person deserves the opportunity to heal physically, emotionally, and intimately after a body-altering surgery. If your organization shares that vision, I'd love to explore how we can make it a reality together. 

Contact:

Trina Ricketts
heal@intimateostomate.com