Explore Your Sexual Health Journey
Sexual Health Services
Sexual health is a complex and nuanced topic that impacts individuals in various ways throughout their lifespan. Balance and Bloom’s professionals provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for clients to explore and understand their sexuality. Our team offers counseling services for sexual dysfunction and trauma, sexual health education, and support for exploring sexual identity. Sexual health challenges continue throughout life, from puberty to perimenopause, and our team helps navigate changes in sexual identity and functioning. We also provide support for anxiety and distress following medical procedures. Our goal is to support clients in achieving optimal sexual health and well-being.
Understanding Sexual Health
Sexual health is a vital aspect of overall wellbeing that encompasses much more than just the physical act of sexual intercourse.
Balance and Bloom’s experienced therapists offer a range of services to support individuals in their sexual health journey. We provide therapy services for individuals who may be struggling with libido, vaginismus, sexual attraction and identity, sex after trauma, or other issues that are affecting their sexual health.
Sexual Well-being Health and Trauma
Our therapists are trained to work with clients who have experienced trauma and to support them in rebuilding healthy sexual relationships. We also offer sexual health education and support for those who are exploring and understanding their sexuality and sexual identity.
Changes in Sexuality Across a Lifespan
It is important to note that sexual well-being is not limited to young adults who are just starting to explore their sexuality. Challenges and changes in sexuality can continue throughout the lifespan, from puberty to perimenopause and beyond. As an example, women may experience changes in sexual functioning during perinatal periods, where they may see their bodies solely as a vessel for the baby. This can have a flow on effect of impacting confidence, relationships and sexual functioning. Our team is equipped to provide the necessary support to navigate such changes and challenges.
Understanding Libido: Nurturing Your Sexual Desire
Libido, a fundamental aspect of sexual health, refers to an individual’s sexual desire or drive. We recognise that fluctuations in libido can occur for various reasons, such as hormonal changes, stress, relationship dynamics, or underlying health conditions. Our experienced professionals provide a safe and supportive environment to explore and address concerns related to libido, helping you nurture a healthy and fulfilling sexual desire.
Overcoming Vaginismus: Empowering Solutions for Intimacy
Vaginismus is a condition characterised by involuntary muscle contractions in the vaginal area, making penetration and sexual intercourse painful or impossible. Our dedicated team at Balance and Bloom offers specialised support for individuals experiencing vaginismus. Through compassionate guidance and evidence-based interventions, we empower you to overcome vaginismus, regain control over your sexual experiences, and cultivate intimacy that is pleasurable, comfortable, and satisfying.
Sexual Health and Sexual Attraction: Embracing Your Unique Desires
Sexual attraction is a complex and individual experience, influenced by a range of factors, including personal preferences, emotional connections, and social influences. We provide a non-judgmental and affirming space for you to explore and understand your unique patterns of sexual attraction. Our supportive professionals offer guidance to help you navigate questions, concerns, and self-discovery related to sexual attraction, empowering you to embrace your authentic desires and cultivate fulfilling relationships.
Sexual Health Education and Support
It’s widely understood that medical procedures can significantly affect an individual’s sexual well-being.
We work with clients to address any concerns or difficulties that may arise following medical procedures. Our therapists can help clients to understand and manage changes in sexual functioning and provide support for any anxiety or distress that may occur.
At Balance and Bloom, we recognise that each person’s experience with sexuality is unique and personal. We provide a safe and compassionate space for individuals to explore and understand their sexuality, whatever that may mean for them. Our goal is to support our clients in achieving optimal sexual well-being and health, which is an important component of overall health and happiness.