1 A scientific approach to sexuality that relieves guilt
Human sexuality is a delicate balance of physiological, hormonal, neurological, psychological and cultural factors. The clinical sexologist has completed rigorous university training, leading to an inter-university diploma in clinical sexology, enabling the most intimate questions to be addressed with absolute medical rigour and deep respect for individuals, away from moral judgement and the distortions of pornography.
2 Common reasons for consultation among women, men and couples
For women, the sexologist addresses vaginismus, involving impossible or intensely painful penetration, dyspareunia, anorgasmia and reduced desire after childbirth or during menopause. For men, treatment addresses premature ejaculation, erectile difficulties and performance anxiety. For couples, the practitioner helps reconcile mismatched desire and reinvent a shared sensuality free from the tyranny of results.
3 Therapeutic tools and the course of treatment
Consultations take place exclusively through verbal exchange: non-medical sex therapists perform no intimate physical examination during sessions. The practitioner uses behavioural sex therapy techniques, including Masters and Johnson's sensate focus, stop-start exercises and progressive use of dilators, to be tried privately at home, allowing pleasure to be relearned through relaxation and mutual consent.
4 Medical confidentiality, absolute respect for consent and clinical coordination
Sexology consultations provide a sanctuary of absolute discretion and compassion, where all orientations and sensitivities are welcomed respectfully. The sex therapist works closely with gynaecologists, urologists and endocrinologists to ensure that no organic, vascular or hormonal abnormality is overlooked when diagnosing intimate difficulties. Support always follows the partners' emotional pace and strict consent.