what is marital sex therapy

TYPICAL SEX PROBLEMS

• Lack of interest in sex
• Inability to have intercourse
• Painful sex or difficult entry
• Problems with orgasm
• Erection difficulty
• Premature ejaculation
• Issues related to rape or childhood sexual abuse
• Sexual performance issues related to the stress of infertility or menopause
• Coping with a chronic sexually transmitted disease or medical condition
• Relationship conflict and lack of emotional intimacy
• The impact of anxiety and depression on sexual functioning
• Lack of time and energy for sex
• Problems with sex on the Internet

HOW CAN WE HELP

Fear and embarrassment often keep people from discussing sexual dysfunction. ACCORD works with individuals and couples in a way that will allow you to comfortably discuss these subjects so we can work on finding solutions.

Your therapist will ask you questions to develop a thorough understanding of the problem that brought you to treatment.  Based on these findings we will suggest a personalized treatment plan and discuss it with you.

Treatment may include -

• A series of progressive exercises to practice during the week to build knowledge, comfort and ability in the physical, emotional and relational aspects of sex
   
• Take home educational audio and video tapes
   
• Helpful sex education books
   
• Workbooks
   
• Homework assignments
   
• A team approach that involves other physicians and professionals for consultation and treatment

To answer a few concerns you may have -

• Counselling is confidential
   
• Interaction is warm and relaxed
   
• We respectfully work with people to find solutions that meet the unique needs of their relationship
   
• No physical touching in the sessions