Our Team
Brian Gibney
Brian (he/him) is a surrogate partner, intimacy coach, teacher, and advocate in Charlottesville, Virginia. Using his diverse knowledge and varied life experiences, he helps clients overcome a variety of obstacles to physical and emotional intimacy in a safe, non-judgmental environment. His practice is rooted in patience, authenticity, vulnerability, touch…and sometimes a little bit of humor. Brian is available to work with female, non-binary, and trans clients throughout the East Coast.
Check out Brian’s site: www.BrianGibney.org
Michelle Renee
Michelle (she/her) is based in San Diego, California, and sees clients of all genders in Southern California and is open to traveling. A relationship geek, her background was in professional platonic cuddling and facilitating consent and communication workshops before being trained in surrogate partner therapy. She appreciates working in the full spectrum of human connection and specializes in Complex PTSD and relational healing.
Check out Michelle’s site: www.HumanConnectionCoach.com
Jeannie Miller
Jeannie (she/her) works with clients of all genders and sexualities in the Washington, DC area and beyond. As a transgender surrogate partner, she has a special interest in supporting LGBTQI+ clients and anyone exploring or emerging in their gender. Jeannie believes human connection is sacred and is dedicated to helping clients increase their capacity for joy and intimacy.
Check out Jeannie’s site: www.JeannieSurrogateTherapy.com
Lou Sanfillipo
Lou (she/her) has been an active surrogate partner since her training in 2015 and is also a licensed therapist. Lou is excited about her transition to private practice where she can supervise SPT for her esteemed surrogate colleagues. Based out of Hyattsville, MD, Lou serves the greater DMV area. A self-proclaimed sex nerd, Lou is always seeking knowledge through books, trainings, and interpersonal connections.
Check out Lou’s SPT site: www.DCSurrogatePartnership.com
Check out Lou’s therapy site: www.GroundswellTherapyServices.com
Brandon Hunter-Haydon
Brandon (he/they) is an intimacy coach, sex educator, surrogate partner, and clinical consultant with over a dozen years of experience dedicated to helping individuals and partnerships navigate challenges and improve their relationships. Brandon is based in the settler colonies of New England and is open to traveling. They work with coaching and consulting clients virtually all over the world. As an expert in human sexuality and intimacy, they offer consultation for therapists, counselors, medical professionals, life coaches, and other wellness providers to foster humility, curiosity, and competency in these domains.
Check out Brandon’s site: www.AmpersandIntimacy.com