Conditions
SEXUAL DYSFUNCTIONS
Understanding Sexual Health
Sexual dysfunction refers to conditions that impact sexual desire, arousal, orgasm, and pain during intercourse. It is a problem that can happen during any phase of the sexual cycle and prevents from experiencing satisfaction from sexual activity. The sexual response cycle traditionally includes excitement, plateau, orgasm and resolution. Sexual dysfunction is common which is why people of all sexes, genders, orientations, and relationship statuses can benefit from psychosexual therapy.
Sexual dysfunctions can affect all phases of the sexual response cycle - desire, arousal, orgasm. They affect people of all genders and orientations. With sensitive professional support, many of these challenges can be successfully addressed.
What Are Other Sexual Dysfunction Examples?
Mismatched libidos and desire discrepancies
Painful sex
Vaginismus
Difficulties in reaching orgasm
Delayed ejaculation
Porn dependency
Anxiety before or during sex
Low mood contributing to low sexual desire
Body image concerns
Adjusting to sex after pregnancy and childbirth
Adjusting to illness and disability
Adjusting to sexually transmitted infection
Recovering from sex related trauma
Areas We Address
Desire Disorders
Low or absent sexual desire affecting quality of life.
Arousal Difficulties
Challenges with physical or emotional arousal.
Orgasm Disorders
Difficulty achieving or experiencing orgasm.
Sexual Pain Disorders
Pain associated with sexual activity.
Causes and Risk Factors
Psychological issues (anxiety, depression, stress)
Traumatic experiences, especially sexual abuse
Body image and self-esteem issues
Physical illnesses and medication side effects
Relationship problems and lack of communication
Hormonal factors and age-related changes
Pornography addiction
Post-pregnancy adjustments
Common Issues Addressed
Libido discrepancies between partners
Pain during intercourse (dyspareunia, vaginismus)
Orgasm difficulties (anorgasmia)
Erectile dysfunction
Premature ejaculation
Body image concerns
Sexual recovery after trauma
Post-pregnancy adjustments in sexual life
Our Therapeutic Approach
Sensitive and professional psychosexual counseling
Cognitive-behavioral approach and focus for performance anxiety
Techniques and focus for sexual trauma
Mindfulness and body reconnection techniques
Couples counseling for improving intimate communication
Specific exercises for improving sexual function
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