Sex therapy sessions are similar to psychotherapy sessions but with the inclusion of focus on sexual health, relationship and sexual history. So yes, you will be sharing personal details regarding your sex life. Confidentiality is often covered in therapy contracts so you can rest assured, your information will not be divulged.
The therapist would definitely want to get a sense of the details surrounding your complaints in your first session. More often than not, your first session will be about understanding the presenting problem.
Generally, when attending a therapy session with sexuality as your primary issue, you can expect the therapist to inquire around what has been bothering you, and what you would like to be different.
The therapist may also explore your medical history or refer you to a specialist for an evaluation if a medical condition is suspected.
For example, if you are seeking sex therapy for erectile dysfunction, or painful sex, the therapist may recommend a medical assessment to rule out any medical causes before addressing psychological and relational reasons.
Sex therapy sessions may include:
-building skills for pleasure and arousal as an individual and/or couple.
-improving communication with your partner that may be interfering with pleasure.
-Learning ways to deal with anxiety, including performance anxiety around sex.
-Sex education around anatomy, sexual functioning, and pleasure.
-Addressing sexual dysfunction.
-Understanding the body-mind connection and what stimulation works for you.
-Addressing any underlying mental health concerns, such as anxiety and depression preventing you from feeling desirable.
In a Sex therapy session, the therapist may also ask you questions around the following topics:
-Your mental health history.
-Your sexual habits.
-Your sexual history as an individual or as a couple.
-History of traumatic experiences, if any.
The aim of sex therapy is to discover the reason why you are experiencing sexual difficulties, Identify your goals without being judgmental and empower you to resolve sexual issue you face.
Are you struggling with your sex life and need help? You are not alone. If it bothers you, you need to see a sex therapist. Book a session with me by sending an email to info@olawunmiesan.comAttachments area