The Emotional Journey of Vaginismus Recovery

The Emotional Journey of Vaginismus Recovery

Posted On: December 10, 2025

Vaginismus isn’t just physical — it’s an emotional rollercoaster too. 😔😤😢💔 From confusion to courage, fear to freedom — you’re not alone. 🤝💪✨ Swipe to explore the emotional journey — and how healing is possible. ❤️‍🩹 The Emotional Journey of Vaginismus Recovery While vaginismus is a physical condition, the emotional impact is just as significant. […]

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Goodbye Pain, Hello Pleasure: My Top Picks for Vaginal Comfort

Goodbye Pain, Hello Pleasure: My Top Picks for Vaginal Comfort

Posted On: November 20, 2025

Vaginal pain and dryness—especially around perimenopause and menopause—are common, treatable, and nothing to be ashamed of. Your comfort matters. The fastest wins usually come from a two-part plan: (1) daily moisture to nourish the tissue and (2) the right lubricant and tools to make touch and sex comfortable again. Below are my go-to, body-safe picks […]

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Vaginismus Treatment Approaches that Work

Vaginismus Treatment Approaches that Work

Posted On: November 5, 2025

What is Vaginismus? This is the most common sexuality concern that clients come to Relationship Counselor and Clinical Sexologist Dr Martha Tara Lee of Eros Coaching since 2009. Here are some treatments that work. Vaginismus Treatment Approaches that Work 1. Comprehensive Assessment: Identifying physical, emotional, and relational factors contributing to vaginismus. 2. Pelvic Floor Physical […]

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Common Vaginismus Myths Debunked by Research

Common Vaginismus Myths Debunked by Research

Posted On: October 20, 2025

Common Vaginismus Myths Debunked by Research MYTH 1: “Vaginismus is all in your head.” TRUTH: It is a real, involuntary neuromuscular response, not just psychological. MYTH 2: “Just relax and it will go away.” TRUTH: Relaxation alone is not enough—treatment must address both physical and emotional aspects. MYTH 3: “If you love your partner, it […]

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5 Yoga Poses to Help Relieve Vaginismus

5 Yoga Poses to Help Relieve Vaginismus

Posted On: September 5, 2025

5 Yoga Poses to Help Relieve Vaginismus 1. Supta Baddha Konasana (Reclining Bound Angle Pose) This restorative pose opens up the pelvic area and promotes relaxation. a. Lie on your back and bring the soles of your feet together, letting your knees fall open. b. Place your arms by your sides with palms facing up. […]

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Podcast – Painful Sex & Penetration: A Clinical Overview of Vaginismus for Mental Health Professionals

Podcast – Painful Sex & Penetration: A Clinical Overview of Vaginismus for Mental Health Professionals

Posted On: March 22, 2024

Sexologist Dr. Martha Tara Lee explains the causes, symptoms, and impact of vaginismus, as well as evidence-based mental health treatment approaches. Interview with Elizabeth Irias, LMFT for podcast Light Up The Couch produced by Clearly Clinical. DISCLAIMER: Please note that this episode discusses human sexuality, sexual behavior, and human genitalia, including descriptions about non-consensual sex. […]

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Directory of Vaginismus Practitioners

Posted On: October 9, 2023

This is a directory of practitioners who underwent training on supporting clients to overcome Vaginismus by Relationship Counselor & Clinical Sexologist Dr Martha Tara Lee of Eros Coaching. Dr Lee is an AASECT certified sexuality educator and AASECT certified sexuality educator supervisor. In practice since 2009, she has worked with thousands of people with Vaginismus […]

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Testimonial: “Dr. Martha has been incredibly helpful to us both…”

Testimonial: “Dr. Martha has been incredibly helpful to us both…”

Posted On: May 31, 2022

“Dr. Martha has been incredibly helpful to us both and I would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat! Very grateful to have found and met her because she has been nothing but caring and patient with very useful advice. She came across as extremely experienced, knowledgeable and most importantly, passionate about her role. Always felt we […]

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Ep 43: Asian Sexuality & Vaginismus w/ Martha @ Wine, Dine, and 69

Ep 43: Asian Sexuality & Vaginismus w/ Martha @ Wine, Dine, and 69

Posted On: November 7, 2021

Rachel has a bit of a casual chat in today’s intro. Today’s guest is Martha, a Singaporean Chinese Relationship Counselor & Clinical Sexologist. She and Rachel talk about Vaginismus and other types of sexual inhibition, and they also chat about Asian sexuality and being a sex coach in Singapore. Episode Notes: Conversation with Martha begins […]

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