How to rebuild sexual confidence after dyspareunia?
Rebuilding sexual confidence after dyspareunia involves addressing pain, rebuilding trust with your body, and gradually exploring intimacy with patience and support.
Detailed Medical Explanation
Many women experience anxiety and self-doubt after painful sex. Taking small steps, focusing on positive experiences, and seeking professional support, such as pelvic floor therapy or psychosexual counselling, can help restore confidence. Open communication with your partner and setting realistic expectations are important. NHS: Painful Sex.
Clinical Context
Working with women’s health clinicians or therapists provides reassurance, education, and practical strategies to regain control and pleasure.
Evidence-Based Approaches
NHS and NICE recommend stepwise, multidisciplinary support for women rebuilding sexual confidence after dyspareunia. NHS: Painful Sex.