Sexual problems are a common experience for many people. They can range from mild to severe, and can have a significant impact on relationships, self-esteem, and overall well-being. Each person, and couple, is impacted by these difficulties in different ways and approaching them has to be based on your specific needs.

Five of the most common sexual problems are:

• Erectile dysfunction (ED)

  ED is the inability to get or maintain a firm erection. It is a common problem that affects men of all ages. The causes of ED can be physical, such as vascular disease or nerve damage, or psychological, such as stress, anxiety, or depression. I help men identify psychological causes of their ED and develop strategies for overcoming it. I also help those who have medical reasons for ED come to terms with their difficulties by practicing acceptance and learn new ways to connect with sexual pleasure- and pleasure their partners. I often teach clients relaxation techniques and exercises that can help improve their sexual experience.

• Low sexual desire

  Low sexual desire is a lack of interest in sexual activity. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, anxiety, depression, medical conditions, and medications. I help clients with low sexual desire explore the causes of their lack of interest in sex and develop strategies for increasing their desire and arousal. I also teach couples communication and intimacy exercises that can help improve their sex lives.

• Painful intercourse

  Painful intercourse, also known as dyspareunia, can be caused by a variety of factors, including infections, injuries, and medical conditions. It can also be caused by psychological factors, such as anxiety or fear. I help clients who experience painful intercourse to identify the causes of their pain and develop strategies for coping and relieving with it. Often, these clients work in tandem with pelvic floor therapists.

• Premature ejaculation

  Premature ejaculation is the inability to delay ejaculation long enough to satisfy the individual and/or partner(s). Defining “long enough” is a very relative term. It is a common problem that affects men of all ages. The causes of premature ejaculation can be physical, such as anxiety or stress, or psychological, such as fear of failure or performance anxiety.

  I can help men identify the triggers for their premature ejaculation and develop strategies for delaying ejaculation. They can also teach men relaxation techniques and exercises that can help improve their control over ejaculation. Additionally, I help couples become intimate partners by addressing this and other sexual concerns together.

• Sexual dysfunction due to medical conditions

  A number of medical conditions can cause sexual dysfunction, including diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and multiple sclerosis. These conditions can affect sexual function by damaging nerves, blood vessels, or hormones.

  I work with clients as they develop strategies for coping with these conditions, help them explore new avenues of pleasure for them, adapt their sexual practices to their specific needs. and practice communicating them to others.

Sexual problems can be a source of great stress and anxiety for many people. If you’d like support to improve your sexual health, click here to request a session.