Understanding Vaginismus

Watch the replay of our Oct 2024 virtual event!

Get expert advice from a pelvic floor physical therapist and sex therapist to better understand vaginismus and discover how to find relief from this often-misunderstood problem.

Watch the videos and see below for more ways to find support and work with us!

What is Vaginismus & How Can It Be Treated?

Ariel Esperancilla, PT, DPT, CIDN is a a holistic pelvic floor physical therapist and a Certified Integrative Dry Needling practitioner.

How Can Therapy Help with Vaginismus?

Erika Pluhar, PhD, EdS, LMFT, LPC, CST-S is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Sex Therapist, and Clinical Co-Director of WholeHeart Psychotherapy.

Q&A

Get even more insights from the questions discussed at our virtual event.

Vaginismus Resources

Download a free handout with our speakers’ favorite books, podcasts, blogs, films, social media accounts, and more that offer additional support for vaginismus.

Vaginismus Treatment at Renew Pelvic Health

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You are worthy of pain-free intimacy, feeling safe with pelvic exams, and having confidence when using tampons or other tools to support your pelvic health. If you feel like you have been dismissed when describing symptoms of pain with penetration, you’re not alone. We hear you, it’s not in your head, and you don’t have to wait to have a "diagnosis" before seeing a pelvic floor therapist.

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