Abigail Hust, MSW, LISW-S, CST
I (Pronouns: she/her) believe in co-creating a therapeutic space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered as the expert in your own life. My practice is grounded in holistic Sex Therapy, and I use a sex-positive approach that centers pleasure and embodiment. There is no one right way to be; we will work together to discover what feels most authentic for you.
My work is trauma-informed, and I am trained in EMDR to help you process past events and move toward a more liberated, pleasure-centered life. I also have specific training in Relational Life Therapy for couples and integrate other therapeutic models like Imago Therapy, ACT, and Solution-Focused Therapy to provide a tailored approach. I'm committed to helping you dismantle sexual shame and acknowledge how systemic oppression impacts sexuality.
I help individuals and couples:
Individuals: Explore sexuality, process past events, and find new ways to cope with depression, anxiety, illness, and life transitions like grief or becoming a parent.
Couples: Address sexual differences, improve communication, and enhance intimacy and connection.
Families and parents: navigating Ohio's harmful anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and its effects on their access to care.
As a white, able-bodied, queer, cis-woman with heterosexual privilege, I welcome conversations about how my identities may relate to our work together.
CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER & SUPERVISOR
614-957-0164 ext 102
ABIGAIL@TANDEMCOLUMBUS.COM
• Depression, Mood, Anxiety
• Perinatal Concerns
• Career & Life Transitions
• Sexual Pleasure, Function, Desire or Pain
• Erotic Lifestyle (Kink, Fetish, BDSM)
• Open, Monogamous, Polyamorous, and Non-traditional Relationships
Range of clinical focus:
I was born and raised in and around Columbus, OH and have enjoyed being a part of this community. Working with sexual health has always been an interest of mine, but I did not stumble across the field of Sex Therapy until 2016. Prior to that I worked with women, kids and families in a variety of roles. Witnessing folx connect to their bodies, release sexual shame and tap into their authentic selves is one of my greatest joys. Outside of work, I am the parent to two humans and two doggos who all enjoy traveling, hiking and just being outside. I also enjoy reading and trying hard to keep plants alive.
Personal
I completed my Bachelor of Science in Human Development in 2012 and my Masters of Social Work in 2014. In my early Social Work Career, I worked in public policy related to pregnancy and infant mortality prior to beginning clinical work with kids and families. I spent three years working in community mental health before transitioning into private practice to pursue Sex Therapy.
I value ongoing training and education, and attended these recent trainings:
• SLAM Conference: Sexuality Liberators and Movers
• ISEE Holistic Sex Therapy Training -Maternal Mental Health Conference
• Twerk: Decolonizing Sexuality & Pleasure in Black Bodies
• Rebel Love & Sex Outside the Lines with Dr. Chris Donaghue
•Internal Family Systems 3 Day Training
•Relational Life Therapy- Level 1
Training & Experience
Licensed Independent Social Worker, Training Supervision Designation, I.1600628-SUPV
Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage & Family Therapy Board of Ohio, 2020
Licensure
Certified Sex Therapist, American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), 2023
