Ariel Leigh Cohen
The calm in the chaos of corsets, kisses, and characters.
Certified Intimacy Coordinator through IDC.
Represented By UTA Production Arts Division.
About Me!
A Rich Background in the Industry
Ariel Leigh Cohen is a certified Intimacy Coordinator (IDC) and an Intimacy Director based in Los Angeles, known for her collaborative spirit and nuanced approach to choreographing vulnerability. Since relocating to LA in 2019, she’s found her true calling as an Intimacy Professional, committed to fostering creative environments where every intimate scene is handled with care, clarity, and cultural competence. Before stepping into intimacy work, Ariel spent seven years in New York City writing, directing, and producing original plays, and worked in Props for several Broadway shows in 2019. She made her film directorial debut in 2024 with Exhibition, a bold meditation on desire and disclosure.
Her specialties include period pieces, queer intimacy, kink, DV/Non-Consensual dynamics, and comedy (because awkward, tender, and sexy often go hand in hand). Ariel offers professional, compassionate, and culturally sensitive guidance to ensure every moment of intimacy is safe, intentional, and unforgettable.
Just a Few Specialties!
BDSM
I bring both trauma-informed care and kink-aware professionalism to the set, ensuring that BDSM scenes are negotiated, respectful, and accurately portrayed. My approach centers informed consent, power dynamics, and the aesthetics of trust and control!
Period Pieces
Bustles, bodices, and boundaries! I support performers in navigating period-specific intimacy, ensuring physical storytelling aligns with historical context while honoring modern standards of safety and comfort. From corsets to coded gestures, I help create authentic connection within the boundaries of the time!
Comedy
I help navigate the unique rhythm of comedic intimacy, making sure timing and tone support both the humor and the safety of the performers. My goal is to preserve the laugh while maintaining consent and clarity. I make sure the funny stays funny, even when pants are dropping or bodies are colliding!
Queer Content
I bring a celebratory, affirming approach to queer intimacy, making space for joy, nuance, and authenticity on screen. Whether it’s tender, raunchy, or revolutionary, I’m here for it with care and clarity. I understand how much representation matters, and I work to ensure queer stories are told with integrity and creativity!
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