Common problems People can have sexual problems within an existing relationship or be worried about sexual matters that have the potential to make a relationship more difficult. Women who are booked in for surgery may be concerned about the after effects of this surgery and are encouraged to attend to discuss their concerns beforehand, especially if the surgery involves the sexual anatomy such as the breasts, vulva, uterus and cervix. People who have been sexually abused in the past may experience sexual difficulties in relationships. Some couples may have worries about resuming sexual relations particularly after a difficult pregnancy or a traumatic delivery. The staff Doctors have been specially trained in sexual counselling and are able to distinguish whether problems may be wholly physical, wholly psychological or, as is often the case, a combination of both.
All doctors are currently women.
The counselling process The counselling process may be brief, requiring only one or two sessions, although on average it would extend over three or four month. Initially, people are asked to make a commitment to attend the Clinic every two weeks. Patients are always seen by the same doctor, and 45 minutes is allowed for each visit. There are no charges for a consultation. Patients who are unable to keep appointment times need to notify us as soon as possible.