Erectile Dysfunction
Treating erectile dysfunction
My marriage was falling apart. The more I thought about my problem the worse it got. I am now living a normal life and my wife and I are closer than ever. I am so glad I came to you for help. – Mr P, Balham
Hypnotherapy and CBT for erectile dysfunction
We understand how sensitive and debilitating this condition can be for you and your partner. We are here to support you in a caring and sympathetic environment. At the Apex Practice we understand the complexities of erectile dysfunction. Because the causes are often a mixture of physical and psychological factors, we use a powerful multi-faceted approach to treatment.
Your recovery begins with a pre-treatment assessment. During this assessment we take the time to understand your past, social factors, relationship problems and any other issues that may have contributed to your erectile dysfunction.
Following your assessment, we’ll prescribe a program of 6 – 8 treatment sessions, each lasting 1 hour, at weekly intervals. Your therapy sessions will embrace a number of proven methods, including:
- Deep relaxation in trance
- Visualisation
- Desensitisation
- Instruction in self hypnosis
- Anxiety reduction
- Ego enhancement
Why is CBT and clinical hypnotherapy successful at treating erectile dysfunction?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps you restructure your thoughts and alter your emotions. CBT systematically challenges irrational beliefs and helps you change negative thought patterns.
Hypnotherapy is an effective relaxation tool and can remove psychological blockages through a process of desensitisation. You will progress positively, gradually and sustainably. Your confidence will grow, and so too will your ability to embrace the power of the therapeutic relationship.
About erectile dysfunction
There are two forms of erectile dysfunction:
- Primary erectile impotence: in this condition there is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for intercourse to have ever taken place.
- Secondary erectile impotence: this implies the failure to obtain an erection or to maintain an erection in the majority of occasions of attempted intercourse.
The cause may be organic or psychological or a combination of the two. The first step is to exclude organic causes such as hormonal deficiencies, diabetes or the effects of prostate surgery or the natural ageing process. Any psychological origin is often associated with the fear of failure. Other possible factors include generalised anxiety, relationship conflicts and guilt.
