Sex and Relationship Therapy


sex and relationship therapy

The most common male sexual problems are:

Unreliable erections (also called erectile dysfunction): when it is difficult to develop or maintain an erection during sexual activity.

Rapid ejaculation: when unwanted ejaculation occurs before penetration or soon after penetration.

Delayed ejaculation: when ejaculation is wanted but does not occur after a prolonged time of sexual activity.

Male anorgasmia: when wanted orgasm does not occur. This may be linked to delayed ejaculation.

Loss of sexual desire: when there is no desire to be sexual with a partner or self.

Male Sexual Problems

"Courage is simply the willingness to be afraid and act anyway."

Dr Robert Anthony

The most common FEmale sexual problems are:

Vaginismus: when penetration is not possible.

Dyspareunia: when penetration is painful.

Female anorgasmia: when orgasms do not occur.

Loss of sexual desire: when there is no desire to be sexual with a partner or with self.

Female Sexual Problems

Body Image

Considerations

In our modern age of selfies, Instagram and dating apps, many men and women struggle with their body image. People might become highly preoccupied with going to the gym excessively or starting extreme diets.

Feeling bad about your body contribute to sexual problems.

Problem with your body image can cause serious difficulties with starting, maintaining or managing a romantic and sexual relationship. It may also be difficult to maintain good friendships. If you feel preoccupied often by the way you look, do not hesitate to make an appointment to discuss it. In our modern age of selfies, Instagram and dating apps, many men and women struggle with their body image. People might become highly preoccupied with going to the gym excessively or starting extreme diets.

Silva Neves Body Image

feeling bad about your body

Feeling bad about your body contribute to sexual problems.

You may have a problem with your body image if:

Frequent preoccupation with body image and body shape to the extent of controlling your life.
Feeling distressed, unhappy or depressed when you look at your body.
Excessive exercise.
Always on a diet, juicing, detoxing, etc.
Problems with relationships: avoiding social occasions because you think you look bad.

You may have body image distress if you feel bad about your appearance:

At social gathering where you know a few people
When you look at yourself in the mirror
When you are with attractive people
When someone looks at parts of your appearance that you dislike
When you try on new clothes
When you exercise
After you have eaten a full meal
When you wear revealing clothes
When you get on the scale to weigh
When you think someone has rejected you
When in a sexual situation
When you are in a bad mood
When you think of how you looked when you were younger
When you see yourself in a photo or on video
When you think you have gained weight
When you think about what you wished you looked like
When you recall hurtful things people have said about your appearance
When you are with people who talk about weight or dieting


Problem with your body image can cause serious difficulties with starting, maintaining or managing a romantic and sexual relationship. It may also be difficult to maintain good friendships. If you feel preoccupied often by the way you look, do not hesitate to make an appointment to discuss it.

Body Image

My Location

I am based in Mayfair W1, Central London and conduct all sessions online. 

Before engaging in online therapy, please make sure that your internet connection is good enough and fast enough to be able to sustain a Zoom call. Make sure that you are in a quiet and confidential room where you can't be overheard.

Contact Me

Feel free to email me if you have any questions about how psychotherapy works or to arrange an initial appointment.

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mobile: 07958 320565

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