Sexual Health Help

“Although many find it difficult to discuss their sexual
problems, healthcare professionals are a good resource
to help achieve optimal sexual health”.1

Umbrella

What may the Sexual Health Help Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Counseling
  • Psychosexual Therapy (PST)
  • Sex Counseling/Therapy
  • Sexual Advice

Health Care Provider

What if I would like help with my sexual health?

If you would like help with your sexual health, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this.

In Sexual Health: Seeking Help the Menopause Society (formerly the North American Menopause Society) reassure:

Sexual Health Help“Although many find it difficult to discuss their sexual problems, healthcare professionals are a good resource to help achieve optimal sexual health. Counseling can help in coping with difficult medical, relationship, or family issues contributing to sexual health concerns. Healthcare professionals also may help by referring you to clinicians who specialize in treating sexual concerns”.2

In Looking After Yourself Around the Time of  Menopause: Sex and Relationships: What Can Affect Your Sex Life? Relationships the (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health elaborate on:

“If you are in a relationship, it’s important to discuss your thoughts and problems openly with your partner.

Your partner may not know about menopausal symptoms or what you’re going through. You can ask them to learn more about menopause so they can support you through this time.

If you are concerned about your sex drive, you can ask your doctor for treatment options or a referral to a psychologist who specialises in couples therapy”.3

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Sources

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You may find the Sources quoted at:

Sources

  1. Sexual Health: Seeking Help. Menopause Society https://menopause.org/patient-education/menopause-topics/sexual-health Accessed: 01 July 2025
  2. Sexual Health: Seeking Help. Menopause Society https://menopause.org/patient-education/menopause-topics/sexual-health Accessed: 01 July 2025
  3. Looking After Yourself Around the Time of Menopause: Sex and Relationships: What Can Affect Your Sex Life? Relationships. Last Updated: 26 May 2025 | Last Reviewed: 19 August 2022. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/menopause/looking-after-yourself Accessed: 30 December 2024
Topic Last Updated: 01 July 2025 – Topic Last Reviewed: 01 July 2025

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