04. Traci Owen | Healing Hearts and Nurturing Intimate Connections

With nearly four decades of unwavering dedication to healthcare, Traci Owen is a beacon of compassion and expertise. She has served in a wide variety of healthcare roles which has provided a broad-based foundation of experience caring for humanity. In 2009, her journey led to oncology care, where she walked alongside countless patients as they navigated the challenges of cancer treatment. ‌ In 2015, Traci recognized a significant gap in oncology sexual health education and intervention, prompting her to establish a groundbreaking sexual health program within her facility. Her commitment and expertise culminated when she attained the prestigious AASECT Certification as a Sexuality Counselor in 2020, an honor reserved for an exclusive cohort of professionals. In collaboration with her husband, Traci realized her vision in 2021 by co-founding Intimate Pathways, a haven nestled in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. In her role, she artfully creates safe spaces for individuals and couples to navigate societal taboos, empowering them to embrace evolving sexual experiences with open arms. Traci’s journey embodies healing hearts and nurturing intimate connections, weaving a profound tapestry of care, education, and advocacy into the fabric of her impactful career.