Psychosexual medicine
Struggling with intimacy or sexual health concerns? Our Psychosexual Medicine service offers expert, doctor-led support to help you overcome physical and emotional challenges.
Do You Need Psychosexual Medicine?
Intimacy and sexual concerns can deeply affect confidence, relationships, and overall wellbeing. Our specialists provide personalised medical and psychological support to help you feel understood and empowered.
These are the key reasons patients seek help:
- Loss of Intimacy: Difficulty connecting with a partner due to anxiety, physical changes, or emotional blocks.
- Performance Anxiety: Worry or fear that interferes with sexual activity and overall confidence.
- Low Desire or Mismatched Libido: Reduced interest in sex or differing needs between partners, creating tension.
- Impact of Hormonal Changes: Menopause, postnatal recovery, or other hormonal shifts leading to discomfort or loss of sexual wellbeing.
- Vulvovaginal Changes: Decreased local oestrogens can make sexual activity feel different, with changes in sensitivity and difficulty in arousal. There can be pain with sexual activity.
What Is Psychosexual Medicine?
Psychosexual medicine is a confidential, evidence-based approach that focuses on the emotional and psychological aspects of sexual health.
If you are experiencing sexual difficulties, our menopause specialists can help with medical or physical causes. Our psychosexual medicine specialist focuses on the psychological factors, such as stress, anxiety, or relationship issues, to help restore intimacy and improve quality of life.
What Our Psychosexual Medicine Service Offers
Our team provides customised support to address personal concerns and relationship challenges. Each plan is designed to your individual needs.
Our Services Include:
- Comprehensive Consultations: Thorough assessments to understand your medical history, physical symptoms, and the ways they affect your relationships.
- Evidence-Based Treatment: Compassionate, personalised care combining counselling, practical strategies, and medical support to help you feel understood and supported.
- Couples Support: Guidance to strengthen communication and rebuild intimacy within relationships.
- Holistic Care: Addressing lifestyle, hormonal health, and emotional wellbeing to support lasting change.
At Hormone Health, we recognise that progress looks different for everyone. From your first consultation through to follow-up appointments, your doctor will review your response to treatment and adjust your plan as needed. If more in-depth psychological therapy is recommended beyond this brief approach, this will be discussed with you and appropriate guidance provided, ensuring you feel supported at every stage of your care.
Your Journey With Us
Experience a streamlined process designed to support you every step of the way:
Initial
Consultation
A consultation, face-to-face or virtual, with a Hormone Health specialist to discuss your medical history, symptoms, and goals.
Personalised
Health Plan
Receive a personalised plan combining diagnostic testing, treatment recommendations, and lifestyle guidance tailored to your needs.
Follow-Up
Review
Reviews to monitor progress and adjust your plan as necessary, ensuring ongoing support.
Our Psychosexual Medicine Specialist
At Hormone Health, our highly qualified psychosexual medicine specialist is dedicated to providing personalised, evidence-based support throughout every stage of your journey.
Explore the full Hormone Health team here.
One of our featured specialists can be found below.
Ms Annie Hawkins Specialist
BSc MRCOG MIPM DFSRH
Ms Hawkins has 30 years’ experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, specialising in psychological care, fertility, early pregnancy, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), menopause care, and psychosexual medicine. She is a British Menopause Society Accredited Specialist, a National Association for Premenstrual Syndromes (NAPS) Regional Specialist and Charity Trustee. She holds the prestigious Membership of the Institute of Psychosexual Medicine and so is trained in brief interpretative psychodynamic psychosexual medicine for individuals. She has also been trained in forensic gynaecology, early pregnancy, and emergency gynaecology. She provides personalised, evidence-based care.
FAQs
How much does a consultation cost?
Costs vary depending on the length and type of consultation. Hormone Health provides clear pricing upfront so you can make informed decisions before booking.
Do I need a referral from my NHS GP?
No referral is required. You can book directly with our specialist for faster, confidential access.
How long until I notice results?
Some people experience improvements after just a few sessions, while others may need longer. Progress depends on individual circumstances and the nature of the concerns. If the doctor treating you feels you need more in depth psychological therapy than we can offer with this brief therapy they will help you to understand this.
Is your clinic regulated?
Yes. Hormone Health is fully registered with and regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring the highest standards of safe and effective medical care.
Take the Step Towards Healing and Intimacy
You’re not alone. Our specialist provides confidential, evidence-based support to help you regain confidence and nurture your relationships. Schedule your consultation today.
Arrange a virtual consultation or visit us at:
Clinic Address: Hormone Health, One Welbeck, 1 Welbeck Street, London W1G 0AR