Psychosexual therapy
I am now offering psychosexual therapy as an additional area of my practice. I am currently undertaking Master's-level training at Tavistock Relationships, developing my knowledge and clinical skills in psychosexual therapy.
I offer psychosexual therapy to both individuals and couples
I offer support to both individuals and couples with a range of psychosexual concerns, including:
Sexual desire and intimacy
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Low or absent sexual desire (low libido).
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Differences in sexual desire between partners.
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Loss of sexual interest or changes in sexual desire.
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Difficulty initiating or enjoying sexual intimacy.
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Feeling disconnected from your partner sexually.
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Difficulties maintaining intimacy in long-term relationships.
Sexual functioning difficulties
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Erectile difficulties.
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Premature ejaculation.
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Delayed ejaculation.
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Difficulty reaching orgasm or anorgasmia.
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Difficulty with sexual arousal.
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Pain during sexual intercourse (dyspareunia).
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Vaginismus and difficulties with penetration/ genital pain
Emotional and psychological difficulties relating to sex
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Sexual anxiety and performance anxiety.
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Feelings of shame, guilt or embarrassment around sexuality.
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Negative body image and difficulties feeling comfortable in your body.
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Fear of sexual intimacy or vulnerability.
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Difficulties communicating sexual needs, wishes and boundaries.
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The impact of previous difficult or distressing sexual experiences on intimacy, where appropriate to the therapeutic work.
Relationship and life-stage difficulties
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Sexual difficulties following relationship conflict or breakdown in trust.
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Changes in sexual intimacy following childbirth or parenthood.
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Sexual changes associated with menopause and ageing.
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Rebuilding sexual intimacy after illness or significant life changes.
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Differences in sexual preferences and expectations.
Exploring the relationship between emotional closeness and sexual connectionTalking about sex can feel difficult or vulnerable. Psychosexual therapy offers a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore your concerns at your own pace. Whether attending individually or as a couple, we can work together to improve sexual wellbeing, intimacy, communication and confidence.
