Sexual Health & Dysfunction

pelvic therapist talking to a patient while pointing at pelvic structures and muscles on a pelvic model

Pain during intimacy or feeling disconnected from your body is not something you have to accept, and it definitely should not be ignored.

No, you DO NOT need to “drink a glass or two of wine and just relax,” or accept that “this is your new normal because you had a baby.” Sadly, these are the kinds of advice many people have received from their providers.

We are here to tell you that intimacy should not be painful, and there is help. Our approach focuses on identifying the root cause of these challenges and providing personalized care to help you find relief and reconnect with your body on your own terms.

We specialize in treating a range of sexual health concerns, including:

  • Painful penetration

  • Vaginismus

  • Weak orgasms or difficulty achieving an orgasm

  • Perineal pain

  • Pain with arousal

  • Clitoral pain

  • PGAD (Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder)

Intimacy should feel good. If it doesn't, that's not just something to accept, and it's not a reflection of you. It's something we can actually help with.

You deserve care that takes this seriously. Whether you've been told to relax, given a shrug, or just quietly stopped talking about it, know that we believe you and know how to help.

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Dr. Sheron Dsouza working with a patient on single leg exercises at a pelvic floor therapy session

What to expect at Purple Physical Therapy

Every session is 60 minutes, one-on-one with Dr. Sheron. You will see the same provider at every visit, which means your treatment plan is always evolving based on what's actually happening with your body, not starting from scratch each time.

Treatment is a blend of hands-on manual therapy, movement, breathwork, and individualized exercise. We look at your whole body, not just the area that hurts, because pelvic floor symptoms rarely have just one source.

We also offer both in-home and in-clinic appointments, so you can choose the setting that feels most comfortable and accessible to you.

If you have questions before booking or want a sense of what treatment might look like for you, we're happy to talk through that when you reach out.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sexual Health

  • Pain with sex is never something you should have to accept as normal, and it is almost never without a treatable cause. Pelvic floor PT is one of the most effective treatments for painful penetration, vaginismus, and other sexual health concerns because it addresses the muscles, nerves, and connective tissue that are often at the root of the problem. If you've been dismissed or told to just relax, a proper pelvic floor evaluation is a very worthwhile next step.

  • We understand this can feel like a vulnerable thing to bring up, even with a healthcare provider. Dr. Sheron creates a space that is judgment-free, unhurried, and completely focused on you. You will never be rushed through your history or made to feel like your concerns are too much. Many patients tell us that their appointment at Purple PT was the first time they felt truly heard on this topic, and that matters deeply to us.