The field of sexology covers a wide spectrum of human needs and problems, given that sex and private life linked to intimate relationships constitute one of the fundamental aspects of well-being for most people.
Therefore, as technologies have developed, sexology has taken advantage of this new potential to diversify its way of working. Due, Today there are already online sexology services, whose characteristics we will see below
As its name indicates, online sexology is based on offering the possibility of having the support and professional advice of sexologists over the Internet, usually by video call. That is to say, a medium in which patient and professional see and hear each other in real time
Thanks to the current state of technological development, the quality and fluidity of data transmission between electronic devices allows these sessions to run smoothly and be very similar to in-person sessions.
It is true that older people are relatively exposed to problems linked to sexuality and that in this population group adaptation to the digital format is more complicated, but even in cases like this it is not impossible to go to online sexual therapy, given that its operation is very simple and professional support is available at all times. In addition, this modality allows you to have professional help, saving time and money on travel, and gaining anonymity.
On the other hand, it must be clear that Sexology is a field of applied science of a multidisciplinary nature, so there are scientific disciplines belonging to both psychology and social sciences as well as medicine. Therefore, there are certain forms of intervention and exploration of the problem that cannot be carried out through online sessions: specifically, those that involve a medical examination and procedures that go to the physiology part of the problem, if this exists.
Thus, for sexual dysfunctions with organic causes, it is necessary to go to health centers and receive care from doctors (although it is true that at first the person who suffers from these complications may have doubts about the origin of what is happening to them. and that opens the possibility of making a first contact online).
Therefore, here we will focus on sexology services that have to do with intervention in relational and psychological problems which are not few, since these types of alterations can be addressed through the online modality by video call.
What problems can be treated in this way?
This is a summary of some of the problems and disorders that can be overcome through online sexology.
1. Sexual identity crisis
Due to the stigma attached to certain forms of sexual orientation and identification with sexual tastes and preferences some people need to attend sexual therapy to be able to fully develop in their intimate life.
2. Complexes and insecurities with one’s own body
For many people, non-acceptance of their own body becomes a problem for living their sexuality fully, since they are afraid to show themselves or express themselves. This type of emotional and relational alterations, closely linked to poor self-esteem, can be addressed from the online format.
Many times there is no psychological or sexual alteration per se, but rather a simple lack of information. Sexual education can also be carried out in the online sessions
4. Physiological alterations with psychological roots
The psychological and the psychological are often interconnected. That’s why, some people who suffer pain during intercourse, or difficulties reaching orgasm can also benefit from online sex therapy, in which several strategies and routines are given to follow to overcome these types of problems.
5. Relationship problems
Sometimes, the problems have more to do with the dynamics that the relationship itself has adopted, than with psychological or biomedical aspects that a single person suffers from. In these cases, sexual therapy overlaps with classic couples therapy which offers a framework in which to jointly explore the problem and strengthen communication and management of possible conflicts.
Are you looking for online sexology services?
If you are interested in having online sexological assistance via video call, we invite you to contact our team of professionals. In Psychology For We have more than 20 years of experience caring for patients, and in our therapy center we work with psychologists specialized in emotional problems and couples therapy, as well as in sexology and other areas of health.
To learn more about us you can visit us at our facilities in Madrid or read more about our way of working on this page.
