A herpes diagnosis can destabilize the core of how you see yourself. These support calls aren't about fixing you. They're about being with you, helping you reconnect with who you are beyond the diagnosis. Whether you're preparing to disclose, navigating relationships, or just need to feel seen, this is a space to practice presence and see yourself outside of stigma. If you’re supporting someone, we can help you with that too!

Support Call Intake Form

Name *

Please list your preferred name (what you want us to refer to you as)

First Name

Last Name

Pronouns *

Please select your primary pronouns

Email Address *

We will follow up this way to confirm a call time

Are You In the United States? *

This is so we can decide how to set up a call and avoid long distance charges.

Phone

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Herpes Status *

Please check all that apply

HSV 1

HSV 2

HSV (not sure with type)

HSV 1 and HSV 2

Oral HSV (not sure which type)

Genital HSV (not sure which type)

I do not know my herpes status

I do not have herpes

Age Range *

Please select your age range

Ethnicity *

Please select the option that best describes your ethnicity that aligns with how you express yourself. If you choose other, please describe at the end of relevant.

Sexual Orientation *

We're keeping this one simple. Any important additional details, please describe in the text box at the end of relevant.

Relationship Status *

Any additional relevant details, please list at the bottom in the text box.

Location *

Please list your city and state (if you are not located in the USA, please note that)

Reason(s) for Scheduling a Call *

Please check all that apply to share with us what you hope to receive from our time together. If you are unsure, that's okay.

Newly Diagnosed

Newly Dating After Diagnosis

Upcoming Disclosure

I didn't Disclose

Someone Just Disclosed to me

Struggling with Stigma

Venting

Other - Describe Below

Describe Your Reason for the Call *

Please elaborate on your previous selection so that we can make the best use of our time together on the call.

Available Date *

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Available Time *

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Details About Availability

Here, please share any additional details SPECIFICALLY about your availability for our call. ex can't do evenings, or mornings work best, etc.

Additional Information *

If there's details of your experience you'd like to share, please write it out here.

Donation Amount *

Please enter the amount you donated or plan to donate (Note that the quality of our conversation is neither positively or negatively influenced by donation amount)

Support Group Interest *

Please indicate your interest in a support group if that's what you're seeking.

Thank you for submitting your request! When we receive your donation to SPFPP, we’ll send a calendar invite with a meeting link for the time you requested. If the time you requested doesn’t work, I (Courtney) will reach out for a different time.

Learn more below before committing.

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When I received my HSV diagnosis this year, I felt like it was the end of the world. I was enjoying dating and a good sex life. I thought it was over. I had very little knowledge of HSV. I felt ambushed and alone. And despite having very close friends, I wasn't sure who I could speak to aside from medical professionals. My 1:1 session with Courtney made a tremendous difference in my ability to process what it means to be HSV-positive and my outlook. It gave me hope and assurance that my life was, in fact, far from over. I am extremely grateful to Courtney and SPPP. I should add that I am dating, having the best sex of my life, and looking forward to the future.

— L., 56

What we offer

Herpes Disclosure Guidance
Ready to share your herpes status with someone? We’ll walk with you through it emotionally and practically. You’ll get clarity, tools, and support to help you disclose from a grounded, confident place. I often reference this podcast episode, so if disclosure is the priority, listen to that first.

Venting Space
You don’t need a script or a solution. Sometimes you just need to talk it out. These calls give you space to express your feelings without fear of being judged, rushed, or redirected.
Dating & Relationship Support
Dating with herpes can challenge your sense of freedom, safety, and self. We help you build trust with yourself and others, while navigating the nuances of communication, rejection, and connection.
Support for Partners & Loved Ones
Supporting someone with herpes? These calls help you understand their experience, and how you can show up for them in ways that center compassion, not control.

How It Works

SUPPORT Calls Are Donation-Based

These 30-minute calls are sustained by the generosity of those who give. If you’re in a position to donate, thank you! It helps keep this space open to others. If not, you're still welcome here.

Click the Schedule Button Below to Fill Out Our Form
There is a spot at the end of the form where you can type your donation pledge.
Make a Donation
Come back to this page to donate below, or visit the footer on any page and contribute to the 1-on-1 Support Call. Once you’ve donated, you’ll receive a link to schedule your 30-minute call. If times need to be adjusted, we’ll plan accordingly.
Receive Tailored Support
Whether you're processing a diagnosis, preparing for disclosure, or feeling overwhelmed, we’ll meet you in the moment—even if it’s just to vent.
Not in a Place to Give?
Submit your question, and we’ll do our best to respond via email as soon as we can with thoughtful guidance.

Support Call Intake Form

Name *

Please list your preferred name (what you want us to refer to you as)

First Name

Last Name

Pronouns *

Please select your primary pronouns

Email Address *

We will follow up this way to confirm a call time

Are You In the United States? *

This is so we can decide how to set up a call and avoid long distance charges.

Phone

(###)

###

####

Herpes Status *

Please check all that apply

HSV 1

HSV 2

HSV (not sure with type)

HSV 1 and HSV 2

Oral HSV (not sure which type)

Genital HSV (not sure which type)

I do not know my herpes status

I do not have herpes

Age Range *

Please select your age range

Ethnicity *

Please select the option that best describes your ethnicity that aligns with how you express yourself. If you choose other, please describe at the end of relevant.

Sexual Orientation *

We're keeping this one simple. Any important additional details, please describe in the text box at the end of relevant.

Relationship Status *

Any additional relevant details, please list at the bottom in the text box.

Location *

Please list your city and state (if you are not located in the USA, please note that)

Reason(s) for Scheduling a Call *

Please check all that apply to share with us what you hope to receive from our time together. If you are unsure, that's okay.

Newly Diagnosed

Newly Dating After Diagnosis

Upcoming Disclosure

I didn't Disclose

Someone Just Disclosed to me

Struggling with Stigma

Venting

Other - Describe Below

Describe Your Reason for the Call *

Please elaborate on your previous selection so that we can make the best use of our time together on the call.

Available Date *

Please list your soonest available date for a call.

YYYY

Available Time *

Please list your preferred time for a call

Hour

Minute

Second

Details About Availability

Here, please share any additional details SPECIFICALLY about your availability for our call. ex can't do evenings, or mornings work best, etc.

Additional Information *

If there's details of your experience you'd like to share, please write it out here.

Donation Amount *

Please enter the amount you donated or plan to donate (Note that the quality of our conversation is neither positively or negatively influenced by donation amount)

Support Group Interest *

Please indicate your interest in a support group if that's what you're seeking.

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$50.00
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These are 30 minute support calls. If the suggested options don't work for your budget, just donate what you can. These calls are for people who need to vent, need advice on navigating stigma, dating, sharing their status, or asking general questions about herpes. If you do not have herpes and want to support someone or are looking to date someone who has herpes, you can schedule a call as well. Once you submit the form and donate, we'll align the time and you'll receive a calendar invite with a virtual call link.

Looking for Ongoing Support?

If you’re craving something deeper, yoga therapy may be your next move. These sessions support emotional healing through movement, stillness, and reflection—helping you regulate your nervous system and reconnect with your body, breath, self.

LEARN MORE ABOUT YOGA THERAPY

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