Sexual Therapy and Vaginismus
Our most important sexual organ is the brain. The pleasure derived from sexuality is entirely connected to our emotions and thoughts. For he...
Premature Ejaculation
It is defined as a persistent and recurrent condition in which ejaculation occurs with very little sexual stimulation, before or shortly aft...
Phases of Sexual Response
It is the stage in which sexual desire emerges and the urge to express sexuality is felt. It may begin with fantasies or visual stimuli rece...
What Causes Premature Ejaculation?
Rapid masturbation performed in haste and with the fear of being caught Feelings of sinfulness or guilt ...
Types of Premature Ejaculation
Premature ejaculation related to unconscious conflicts Premature ejaculation related to psychological stress Prematu...
Ways to Enhance Your Sexual Pleasure
In our society, sexuality is often perceived as something that should be known instinctively from birth. However, sexuality is learned lat...
Treatments Not Recommended for Premature Ejaculation
Premature ejaculation is one of the most commonly encountered sexual performance and control problems in men. It is defined as ejaculation o...
What Are the Symptoms of Vaginismus?
In general, couples consult a doctor because they are unable to have sexual intercourse. The duration of this difficulty may vary. Women wit...
Causes of Vaginismus
90–95% of all vaginismus cases are caused by psychological factors, while 5–10% are due to organic causes....
Diagnosis of Vaginismus
No vaginal penetration, or only partial penetration (part of the penis entering the vagina) Vaginal pain or discomfort during ...
Vaginismus in Single Women
We define vaginismus as a condition in which a single woman, despite wanting to have sexual intercourse with her partner, experiences no vag...
Sexual Therapy with Hypnosis
Sexual therapy with hypnosis has become one of the main methods used in the treatment of sexual dysfunctions that cannot be treated with dif...
Vaginismus Exercises
You will primarily be taught hypnosis techniques, and by learning self-hypnosis, you will reorganize the meaning of negative emotions and ...
Spousal Support in Treatment
Vaginismus is not only a woman’s problem; it is a shared problem of the couple. In this process, it is necessary for the couple to take re...
Vaginismus and Pregnancy
Although it is extremely rare, it is possible for patients with vaginismus to become pregnant even without complete sexual intercourse. Duri...
What Is the Problem of Vaginismus?
Vaginismus is a condition in which, due to involuntary contractions of the vaginal muscles during sexual intercourse, the penis cannot ent...
Vaginismus Treatment for Single Women
Vaginismus treatment for single women is the same as the treatment process used for married patients. However, if a virgin patient has not h...
Non-Recommended Practices
We can list the incorrect treatment methods that we have witnessed in our patients’ negative past experiences regarding treatment and that...
Hymen (also: Virginity membrane)
The hymen is a ring-shaped tissue located at the opening of the vagina and attached all around to the vaginal wall. It is usually soft and h...
Sexual Education / Sexual Information
The vagina is an organ that is approximately 8–10 cm long and has the ability to stretch enough to accommodate the full length of an erect p...
First Sexual Experience
Keeping foreplay longer and giving it careful attention helps the woman’s vagina become sufficiently lubricated and the man’s penis become a...
Painful Intercourse
It is a condition in which a woman experiences pain, soreness, stinging, or a burning sensation either at the vaginal entrance (superficial)...
Low Sexual Desire
Low sexual desire is the absence of sexual desire in a woman or a man despite adequate sexual stimulation, and it is classified under the gr...
Inability to Reach Orgasm (Anorgasmia)
Orgasm is defined as the process that occurs at the peak of sexual activity and is characterized by rhythmic contractions of the uterus and ...
Kegel Exercises
They can also be described as “stop-and-start urine” exercises. When we try to completely stop the flow of urine while urinating, we contrac...
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Genital tract (reproductive organ) infections caused by microorganisms (viruses, bacteria, and parasites) that are most commonly transmitted...
G-Spot
It was first described in 1950 by the German gynecologist Dr. Ernst Gräfenberg. Dr. E. Gräfenberg referred to a sensitive, pleasure-relate...
Clitoris
The clitoris is located in the upper part of the female genital area, where the inner labia meet. It is one of the most important organs inv...
Why Do I Have Vaginismus?
Under normal conditions, if a woman is comfortable, sufficiently relaxed, and well lubricated, she may not feel pain during the first interc...
Negative Feelings and Thoughts About Sexuality Lie at the Root of Sexual Problems
In our country, vaginismus is among the leading reasons why couples seek sexual therapy. The main cause of vaginismus is negative suggesti...
I Have Vaginismus and I Want to Get Pregnant. Am I Too Late?
If a woman wants to have a child but cannot become pregnant because of vaginismus, she may feel psychologically overwhelmed and ...
How Can I Help My Spouse/Partner?
What Can Men Do to Help Their Wives/Partners with Vaginismus? Men can support their wives/partners in many ways throughout the ...
Nothing Can Enter My Vagina!
Even the thought of anything entering my vagina makes me very uncomfortable. How will I be able to complete the treatment? Concerns about on...
Vaginismus Treatment with Psychotherapy
Vaginismus is defined as involuntary contractions of the muscles surrounding the outer part of the vagina. It can make sexual intercourse im...
Impotence Treatment with Psychotherapy
In everyday language, “impotence” is defined in medicine as erectile dysfunction. An erection means the penis becoming firm, and it is an ...
What Is the Cause of Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction is the inability to maintain an erection or to achieve an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse....
What Is Sexual Therapy?
Sexual dysfunctions that negatively affect sexual life may occur due to medication and substance use, as well as physical or psychological...
Premature Ejaculation Treatment with Psychotherapy
One of the most common sexual problems experienced by men is premature ejaculation. In short, premature ejaculation is when a man ejaculates...
What Are the Causes of Premature Ejaculation?
Today, many people do not receive sexual health education and experience certain problems as a result. Although sexual health has become a...
How Is Sexual Therapy Performed?
Sexuality is one of the essential and bonding aspects of a relationship between a woman and a man. Problems experienced in sexual life can l...
What Does Vaginismus Mean?
Vaginismus is a type of sexual dysfunction that many women experience worldwide today. Commonly described as being unable to have intercours...