Vaginismus Problems

Professional hypnosis treatments for vaginismus at the Wombourne Clinic in Wolverhampton

  • Over 15 years’ experience in hypnotherapy
  • BSc-qualified therapist
  • Calm, confidential and non-judgemental support
  • In-person in Wombourne near Wolverhampton

Understanding Vaginismus

Vaginismus is a fairly common problem in which the muscles at the entrance to the vagina tighten-up and make penetration almost impossible and certainly painful.

Medical Research records that is almost invariably (but not in ALL cases, there are physical causes too) due to psychological issues, often occurring after some sort of relationship distress.

It is not uncommon for women to be affected for many years as sexual problems often tend not to be dealt with due to the embarrassment of talking about it with somebody.

Vaginismus is most commonly found in ladies in their late teens to early thirties and can have a seriously debilitating effect on relationships and self-esteem.

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What can cause Vaginismus?

For most sufferers of Vaginismus the cause is Psychological, often this can be negative childhood experiences, such as the attitude to sex by parents, sometimes it can be due to a difficult child birthing experience.

Despite the Psychological cause, the vagina muscles tightening making penetration almost impossible can become an unconscious reflex that sufferers can do little about.

Sometimes the first sexual encounter can be painful or very negative and can result in this “defensive” reflex.

Often it can be caused by nothing more than just negative talk or messages that go around in early youth and it is not uncommon to find that problems within a relationship can also give rise to Vaginismus.

Can Vaginismus be treated?

Vaginismus is principally a psychological problem rather than a physiological one but not exclusively.

If you are suffering from this problem is is very important to visit your GP or health-care specialist who can confirm or rule-out any biological problems prior to consulting for therapy.

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Hypnotherapy for Vaginismus

Hypnotherapy can be particularly effective for helping people to locate and then use many of their own inner strengths and resources to combat the problems associated with Vaginismus.

In this respect, hypnotherapy helps a person to ‘help themselves’ in very much the same way as other therapeutic approaches.

Taking anywhere between 6 and 10 sessions, hypnotherapy for Vaginismus involves understanding how your earlier experiences, core beliefs and values have played a role in forming and reinforcing your problem.

Hypnosis itself is very relaxing and allows you to explore memories and experiences related to your Vaginismus that you might want to re-think in order to produce more positive responses and outcomes.

Sessions, location and fees

Initial consultation:
A calm, exploratory meeting to understand your situation and how hypnotherapy may help.

Ongoing sessions:
Typically weekly or fortnightly, tailored to your needs.

Location:
Comfortable private setting near Wolverhampton / Wombourne, with free parking.

Fees:
Initial consultation: £30
Ongoing session: £70
6 session courses: £390

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Initial Consultations

Joan offers all prospective clients a low cost (£30) initial consultation to discuss your mental health concerns.

During this 50 minute consultation Joan will discuss the various options that are available to you and make a considered recommendation based on your individual personal circumstances.

At Wolverhampton Hypnotherapy we understand the importance of the therapeutic relationship and so place a great emphasis on being able to meet PRIOR to agreeing any kind of help.

Our policy is to help people make a fully balanced & considered decision about undertaking therapy with us, including both the financial, work-load and personal implications.

E-mail joan at:

Joan@WolverhamptonHypnotherapy.co.uk

Joan Lee BSc Psychology with Counselling

About Joan Lee BSc.

Joan has been a practicing Hypnotherapist since 2011 when she was awarded her diploma in evidence-based hypnotherapy from the International Association of Hypno-Analysts (IAH). She also has a BSc Honours degree in counselling and psychology and an Enhanced DBS certificate valid until 2027.

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Let's Have a Chat About Your Vaginismus Problems

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