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Keeley Rankin, MA

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Keeley Rankin, MA

Sex Therapist and Relationship Coach Her approach is different from traditional therapy.

Sex & Relationship Coaching | San Francisco

Since 2010, Keeley has been helping individuals and couples break through intimacy challenges to rediscover deeper connection and pleasure in their relationships. By combining practical, body-based exercises with open, honest conversations, she creates a space where you can quickly uncover what’s holding you back and start your journey towards pleasure

and growth. Beyond private coaching and workshops, Keeley offers online courses, supervises and trains up-and-coming relationship coaches and therapist. She has been featured in over 40 podcasts, as well as Huffington Post, Oprah Magazine, and Elite Daily.

07/17/2025

THE 90-SECOND RULE: most emotions only need about 90 seconds to move through your body.

That wave of anger? That hit of sadness or anxiety? It’s not permanent unless your thoughts keep looping the story that created it.

And, you don’t have to shut it down or rush through it. Just don’t attach a narrative that keeps it stuck.

Feel it.
Breathe.
Let it pass.

Your body knows how to move through emotion, your mind just needs to let it!

07/02/2025

It’s been a minute since I checked in 👋🏼 so here’s a little about me (plus, we’ve got some fun new content coming up so make sure to follow along!)

Hi, I’m Keeley!
Currently somewhere between San Francisco & DC (cross-country move coming in hot… wish me luck!)

I’m a relationship + intimacy coach who’s been helping individuals & couples feel more connected, confident, and alive in their love lives for over a decade.

My approach is body-based, emotion-friendly, and built for real people with real desires. I believe intimacy should be playful, not pressured. Fulfilling, not performative. And that curiosity is way more powerful than perfection!

✨ Trained in somatic + mindfulness-based practices
✨ Here to make space for your questions, needs, and “is it weird if i want…?” moments
✨ Always rooting for you to get what you actually want in love

06/25/2025

Esther Perel posed one of the most grounding questions on modern love:
“Are you writing a love story… or a life story?”

It’s not always easy to know where a relationship is headed. Yet, if you’re afraid to even ask “do we share a vision for the future?” it’s definitely past time for a check in.

Being present is important and powerful, and presence without reflection will get you stuck.

While you may be afraid to ask “Are we moving in the same direction?” the truth is always better than the alternative.

Side note: when we bring a more serious conversation to the floor, we want to let our partner know ahead of time.

‘hey babe, are you free to have a relationship talk this evening’
‘I want to talk about our relationship, is now a good time or can we do it this week?’

Give our partner time to prepare. Not everyone can jump right into this conversation the minute you’re ready.

05/28/2025

Talking during s*x makes most people freeze up, feel awkward, and vulnerable (especially if you’re not used to it.)

And it matters. A lot.

You can learn what your partner likes and express what feels good for you.

Here are a few fune lines to try:

1 - “I get turned on when _____.”
Name what’s working. People want to know what feels good and praise is WAY hotter than guessing.

2 - “Do you want me to go harder or softer, faster or slower?”
This is a way to check in with curiosity, not pressure.

3 - “_____ makes me _____.”
Another example is: “When you kiss me like that, it makes my whole body light up.” or “When you hold me after, I feel safe.”

4 - “I was so into when we _____ ”
This kind of reflection helps you bring specificity into intimacy .

You don’t want to put your partner on the spot mid-act — deeper conversations are better saved for outside the bedroom, when there’s space to actually talk.

Try:
“I want our erotic life to feel really good for you — is there anything I could do differently that you’d enjoy more?”

Communicating verbally is important. You got this!

05/21/2025

Most people think s€x therapy is awkward, clinical, or only for couples in crisis.

In reality? It’s about clarity and finally having a safe space to talk about the stuff no one taught us.

The more we normalize talking about difficult topics, the easier and better life gets.

✨ Ready when you are.

05/12/2025

S&x can be a beautiful escape — a break, a full breath, a way to drop back into yourself and feel again.

Yet, unfortunately for many, physical intimacy doesn’t feel that way. It’s one more thing to check off the list. A task, pressure, or something you’re supposed to do....

And that makes sense — especially when you’re stressed, touched out, or emotionally distant. It’s hard to view s&x as restorative when you’re just trying to survive your day.

What if there was a way to drop all that and enjoy intimacy?

With intention, safety, and slowing down, s&x can be meditative. It can be a reset. It can be healing.

There’s nothing wrong with you if it doesn’t feel that way yet....and it’s absolutely something you’re allowed to want and work toward.

In my course, I walk you through how to reconnect with your body, shift your mindset, and approach s&x from a place of curiosity and presence.

05/05/2025

In this modern dating world, we’ve been conditioned to accept bare minimums and to ‘try & just be chill’...so raising your standards can feel radical.

Yet, raising your standards is what most folks actually need to do.

It’s not too much. It’s not needy. It’s necessary.

One of my favorite books on the topic: Deeper Dating Ben Ken Page.

04/24/2025

Why do so many men think being strong equals stoic. That ‘showing emotion’ is a weakness. That asking for help makes you less of a man....

The truth? Suppressing what you’re feeling doesn’t make the pain go away—the discomfort just buries deeper inside. When it inevitably comes out, it’ll be sideways and dark.

Talking isn’t weakness and vulnerability isn’t unmanly.

You can still be a strong, masculine and powerful man that shows emotions, had boundaries and shows loves deeply.

03/31/2025

What does it mean when people say “you’ve gotta love yourself first?”

It is a clique saying...and for those who are single and looking for love, can create an even deeper feeling of hopelessness and despair.

So, how do we prepare for relationship? If we are not in one, yet we long for connecting, commitment and intimacy?

While developing ‘self love’ is a beautiful end goal, the best first move is to start with self-awareness, move into self-reflection and finally rest in self-compassion.

From this place of awareness, reflection and compassion, self love will naturally unfold. It won’t feel like a ‘clique’ quote from a poster - it will be deep, transformative capital ‘S’ Self leaving you empowered, awake, and open for anything.

03/26/2025

Intimacy goes far beyond the physical moments behind closed doors.

While physical touch matters, it’s just one part of a much bigger picture. True intimacy is built through emotional connection, shared laughter, meaningful time together, and feeling safe enough to be your full self.

And here’s the thing: you’re never “done” building intimacy. It grows and changes as you do. The most fulfilling connections happen when you embrace the process and stay curious about each other. Real intimacy is about honesty—even when it’s messy. It’s about feeling seen, heard, and valued because both people are willing to give and receive.

The way you think about intimacy shapes how you experience it. Which idea here speaks to you the most?

03/18/2025

Ohh, pleasure... it’s not just about what goes down in the bedroom.

Pleasure is about connecting all parts of you: your body, your mind, and your deepest needs, wants and desires that make you, YOU. 💖

If you struggle with pleasure, I want you to try these two things this week:

1. Morning, noon and evening: pause and take a few slow breaths. Soften your body and bring awareness to your internal world. Let go of any judgements and see if you can let you body soften. A soft body (or a lack of tension), is the gateway to deep, life changing pleasure.

I often say to clients, tension acts like a brick wall for pleasure. We’ve got to work on getting your body soft before any real pleasure will get through.

2. Begin using your hands daily for pleasure. This means pay attention to what you touch and notice what feels good. Can you allow yourself to let in pleasure from what you put your hands on — be that your lover, a blanket, the fridge...and so on.

It might seem silly at first to touch a doorknob and be checking in with your pleasure. Yet overtime, you will begin to connect with a more sensuous internal world.

And, of course, don’t forget to let me know how it’s going.

Xo

03/11/2025

Boundaries Are Smoking Hot 🔥(and sometimes really difficult)

Yet, you can’t truly say YES until you can fully express your NO.

So, why do so many people feel guilty for setting a boundary?

It’s often some combination of a misunderstanding of what a boundary is, the safety it offers and the belief that you’re worthy of speaking up for your needs. And, that people will respect your boundaries...that you’ve got the strength to navigating the complex dance of folks who cannot or do not respect your boundaries.

Boundaries are not about shutting people out, they’re about creating the healthiest version of connection where each person feels safe and seen.

Boundaries aren’t selfish. They’re the foundation of a fulfilling relationship and life.

If you need more support around boundaries, check out anything written by Lindsay Gibson or Real Self-Care by .

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San Francisco, CA

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Monday	8am - 8pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 8pm
Saturday	8am - 8pm
Sunday	8am - 8pm

Telephone

+14156896429

Website

http://www.keeleyrankin.com/

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