Partners & Resources
Reclaiming Intimacy works with a number of organizations that share our goals of promoting support and education surrounding sexual health, sexual wellness and intimacy.
The resources, organizations, and medical professionals below have been vetted & verified by our company and offer intimacy, sex-positive, mental health, or sexual dysfunction support.
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Sexual Health and Reclaiming Intimacy
Reclaiming Intimacy is at the forefront of promoting sexual health & wellness for those facing cancer & illness. We are starting a movement to break the taboo, open communication, & help restore intimacy after the impact of cancer, illness, and medical treatments.
We are dedicated to helping advocates and the medical community so they can better serve people and their partners to strengthen their relationship. Talking about sexual dysfunction and providing care removes the unknown, reconnecting survivors to a vital part of the self.
Reclaiming sexuality assists in healing both mind and body through cancer & illness. Framing changes in sexuality as something to be embraced gives hope and connects people, pulling them from their isolation. Navigators and advocates are a critical part of survivor quality of life-talking about sexual rehabilitation restores, bringing a higher quality of life.
Providing information and answering questions should be done with a proactive, consistent approach because healthcare providers may or may not provide complete answers. Especially with sexual health and intimacy, more often than not, healthcare providers and physicians will not address questions or concerns. Many are unsure how to approach, unaware of the options available aside from prescription or surgical intervention, or they simply refer out for these issues.
Whatever treatment plan, stage of illness, or phase of life, Reclaiming Intimacy serves all people- families, advocates, physicians, medical professionals and partners through education and providing support.
Featured Partners
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Alray Direct Gynecology and Intimate Health Center Hajira Yasmin, M.D. FACOG, IF, NCMP, AASECT(CSC), is a Board-Certified OB-GYN with expertise in sexual medicine being an AASECT certified Sexuality Counselor and NAMS (North American Menopause Society) certified Menopause Practitioner. Learn more>> |
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Moving Beyond is an 8-week program, put on by Franciscan Health and Cancer Support Community Indiana, that offers exercise with an instructor, guided lessons in stress reduction, healthy eating and lifestyle habits, confidence building strategies and emotional support. This program is open to anyone who has had a cancer diagnosis, as well as family and supports. For more Information or contact Kayla at kaylaepplin@cancersupportindy.org or visit their website. Location: Indiana, a Nationwide program for all |
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At Intimate Pathways Center for Sexual Health, we create an environment that feels safe to explore your internal messaging about intimacy, understanding of the sexual body and your expectations around the sexual experience. RN & AASECT Certified Sexuality Counselor Traci Owen has over 30 years of experience & a wealth of knowledge to share. Learn more >> |
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Dr. Susan Facemire is a women’s health physical therapist that has a passion for treating women during their childbearing years, especially in those special times of pregnancy and postpartum. She prides herself in providing men and women with comprehensive care surrounding pelvic floor dysfunction. Location: Wadsworth, OH |
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De-Andrea Blaylock-Solar, MSW, LCSW, CST De-Andrea Blaylock-Solar (she/her) is licensed in the State of Missouri as a Clinical Social Worker and LCSW supervisor, and is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. She has worked in the field of behavioral health for over 15 years. As the owner of Sankofa Sex Therapy, LLC, she works with individuals and those in all types of relationships and also provides therapy from a Christian perspective when requested. |
Local to Indiana Partners
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Cancer Services works to enhance the quality of life of those affected by cancer by providing meaningful resources, information and compassionate assistance. Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana |
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Lutheran Hospital Cancer Resource Center |
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Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute |
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ICC’s mission is to reduce Indiana’s cancer burden through the coordinated, collective action of its members and the sharing of resources, knowledge, and passion. Location: Indiana |
Pelvic Floor Indy educates on pelvic floor health. |
Pink Ribbon Connection provides support and resources to breast cancer patients in Indiana. |
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They help gain access to quality mammography screenings, diagnostic services and treatment for African American women. |
 Riverview Health is a patient-centered organization focusing on compassion, and complete, focused care. |
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Heart City Health is a premier healthcare network providing high quality preventive and primary care. |
 The Cancer Support Community – Central IndianaA global network supporting those touched by cancer. They offer no cost support services through a network of centers and online. |
5 Million Brains was created and run by Fort Wayne, Indiana native Kyle Miron, who is leading the charge against cancer as a survivor, advocate, and Cancer Samurai. Learn how positivity and empowerment can help to better fight against cancer and toxicity. |
The Jane Pauley Community Health Center The Jane Pauley Community Health Centers offer a wide range of healthcare, dental, and behavioral health services for you and your family. These centers offer patients high quality, affordable healthcare services from our staff of qualified professionals. |
 Little Red Door Cancer Agency strives to make the most of life and the least of cancer by reducing the physical, emotional, and financial burdens of cancer for the medically under-served residents of central Indiana through: Location: Indianapolis, Indiana |
American Cancer Society Making Strides Fort Wayne The American Cancer Society is a nationwide voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer. The Fort Wayne chapter of Making Strides hosts yearly events to raise money for breast cancer research. Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana |
Cancer Pathways Midwest bring you social, educational, and emotional-support programs through online platforms. They have information for those newly diagnosed, those currently in treatment, and those in survivorship in life after cancer. Not only for patients, but for partners, families and caregivers as well. |
Our cancer navigation and survivorship program at CHN walks with our patients and their caregivers as they navigate through cancer treatment and empowers them with the resources, education and support they need in survivorship. We recognize, advocate and individualize our relationship with each survivor to best suit their needs and concerns specific to them and their type of cancer. |
Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities This organization raises awareness and helps to fact-check myths about breast cancer and solutions to eliminate breast cancer disparities for Black women. Offering numerous resources, initiatives, programs and more, the combined efforts of the RED Alliance and Pink-4-Ever Inc are now one. |
Fort Wayne Breast Diagnostic Center At the Breast Diagnostic Center, we are committed to providing the highest quality breast imaging services. We want you to feel well cared for in a pleasant environment and encourage you to actively participate in managing your breast health. Our staff is focused on breast imaging. Board Certified mammography technologists perform all exams. They are also registered with the ARRT and certified by the Indiana State Board of Health. Our experienced radiologists are board certified and experts in reading breast imaging. |
Dupont Center for Breast Health Today’s woman is so busy caring for her family that she sometimes neglects one important thing — herself. That’s why the Center for Breast Health at Dupont Hospital was established. The center offers a range of care from mammography services and other diagnostic procedures to education, counseling and diagnosis. For those with a cancer diagnosis seeking information on treatment options, or for information on breast augmentation, reduction and reconstruction surgeries, a resource library, special education programs, support groups and referrals to appropriate community services are available. |
Cancer Support Organizations & Foundations
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Young Survival CoalitionYoung Survival Coalition (YSC) is the largest nonprofit dedicated exclusively to the young adult breast cancer community. YSC provides education, resources and connections for all young adults diagnosed with breast cancer. |
Stupid Cancer helps to empower everyone affected by adolescent and young adult cancer by ending isolation and building community so that everyone in the AYA community is supported, understood, and accepted. Our programs include our annual conference CancerCon, monthly webinars, our AYA story library, and social meetups. |
The Ulman Foundation change lives by creating a community of support for young adults, and their loved ones, impacted by cancer. Offering educational programs, support groups, services, events and much more. |
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Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides education on the practical and legal issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through free events, materials, and resources. |
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Gilda’s Club Quad Cities is a part of a world-wide non-profit network of 175 locations dedicated to ensuring that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. Gilda’s Club Quad Cities provides free psychosocial support services to anyone impacted by cancer. Key support services include Support Groups, Healthy Lifestyle opportunities, Educational Programming, Social Connections, and Resources & Referrals. |
Imerman Angels’ mission is to provide comfort and understanding for all cancer fighters, survivors, previvors and caregivers through a personalized, one-on-one connection with someone who has been there. Location: Chicago, Illinois |
Gilda’s Club Chicago is a free cancer support community offering support groups, healthy lifestyle and creative arts classes, lectures and workshops, and social activities. Our mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community. |
Breast Cancer Alliance is the powerful private breast cancer foundation making a national impact through major investments in early-stage research, fellowships, education and support. To learn more, get involved or donate, visit breastcanceralliance.org. Location: |
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To provide emotional, social and physical support to those living with cancer, with a special focus on the needs of children and young adults as well as their families and caregivers. Through personal connection and a holistic approach to well-being, we help our Lending Hearts family move forward with resilience and positivity through treatment and remission. |
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Our program is for anyone with any cancer, their families, children/teens, and friends, from diagnosis and beyond, as well as medical professionals. At Gilda’s Club, “members” participate in educational workshops, healthy lifestyle programs, and social activities, as well as professionally led support and networking groups – all at no cost to them. |
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“Living with cancer is not a choice, how you live with it is.” |
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Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee provides support, education and hope to all people impacted by cancer, including family members and friends of those diagnosed. Free of charge to everyone, GCMTN provides a gathering place where people with cancer, as well as their families and friends, can join with others to actively involve themselves in building social and emotional support as a supplement to regular medical care. Our evidence-based programming includes support groups, healthy lifestyle workshops, mind-body classes, social activities, educational lectures, and community resource information. Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee makes a tangible difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer. We build community, so no one has to face cancer alone. |
National & Online Resources
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The Annie Appleseed Project provides information, education, advocacy, and awareness for cancer patients and their supporters. |
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The American Oncology Network is an alliance of physicians and seasoned healthcare leaders partnering to ensure the long-term success of community oncology. |
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Testicular Cancer Foundation provides education and support to young adult males to raise awareness about testicular cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer among males ages 15–34. Location: Austin, Texas |
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Providing support for patients and families, caregivers, and survivors; to raise awareness of preventive measures; and inspire efforts to fund critical research. |
National Breast Cancer Foundation, INC One of our top priorities is educating women on what they can do to be proactive with their breast health. Knowledge and early detection saves lives. Online Resource |
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Sexual Health Research Lab works to research and study sexual issues. |
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They provide mesothelioma cancer patients & their families with information, resources & support. |
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National LGBT Cancer Network provides resources for LGBTQIA+ Individuals. |
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At the Intimacy Institute, we are passionate about sexual health. It is our belief that sexual health is our birthright. As such, we help couples and individuals enhance and optimize sexual function, pleasure, and knowledge of human sexuality, both individually and in relationship. As seasoned sex therapists, we are clinically trained to provide the best in relationship counseling and sex therapy. |
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At LiveStrong, we ask survivors and caregivers what they need, we ask the system how it can be more person-centered, we ask innovators how we can bring impossible ideas to life. Helping cancer survivors and their loved ones has been our goal from day one. We believe in putting the survivor first, and that is why we created tools and resources to help ease the challenges of a cancer diagnosis. That’s why we’re here: to make sure people and families get the person-centered care they need, at the time when they need it. |
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For more than 40 years, FCA has provided services to family caregivers of adults with physical and cognitive impairments, such as Parkinson’s, stroke, Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Our services include assessment, care planning, direct care skills, wellness programs, respite services, and legal/financial consultation vouchers. Ongoing support is available with FCA, also now on a digital service platform. FCA is a longtime advocate for caregivers in the areas of policy, health and social system development, research, and public awareness, on the state, national and international levels. |
Living Beyond Breast Cancer is a national nonprofit organization that seeks to create a world that understands there is more than one way to have breast cancer. To fulfill our mission of providing trusted information and a community of support, we offer on-demand emotional, practical, and evidence-based content that is meaningful to those newly diagnosed, in treatment, post-treatment, and living with metastatic disease. |
City of Hope, formerly Cancer Treatment Centers of America® is a national, comprehensive cancer care network, with five hospitals around the country and a growing footprint of Outpatient Care Centers and other locations. City of Hope is the home of integrative and compassionate cancer care. We never stop searching for and providing powerful and innovative therapies to heal the whole person, improve quality of life and restore hope. |
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Cancer Hope Network provides free one-on-one peer support to adult cancer patients and their loved ones. Our 400+ survivor and caregiver volunteers provide support from diagnosis, through treatment and into survivorship. All volunteer and client matches are overseen by a team of nursing/social work and certified tele-health professionals. |
Bluebird Cancer Retreats of West Michigan provides a dynamic, healing journey toward emotional and spiritual well-being for people who experience cancer. |
Sex +We bring together curious, open-minded folx to explore the intersections of pleasure, identity, and healing so that we can expand our understanding of our needs and desires; challenge and replace unhelpful belief systems about love and relationships; provide practical tools for developing a practice that fosters a more empowered, non-judgmental, and expansive relationship to our sensual selves — and do it 100% on our own terms. |
AASECT Certified Counselors & Therapists
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Hi, I’m Dr. Tina, and all of my years of work has been around providing compelling education and tools that can empower you to rise above your sexual shame and embrace your value. |
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Susan Morgan Taylor, MA is a specialist in women’s sexuality and feminine spirituality. She is the founder of the Pathway to Pleasure Collective where she helps women and couples around the world restore intimacy, save their relationship, and get back to love without feeling like they have to sacrifice themselves just to keep their partner happy! Susan is also the host of the podcast series Sex Talk Café where she bridges the gap between the sexual and the spiritual through real education and frank conversations on sexuality, spirituality, love and relationships. |
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Elizabeth is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified sex therapist, helping individuals and couples thrive in their sexual relationships. She specializes in the treatment of sexual dysfunction including: low desire, sexual performance concerns, pelvic pain disorders, difficulty with orgasm, and desire discrepancy in couples. She has substantial training and expertise in behavioral medicine- the psychological treatment of patients coping with the physical and emotional effects of medical illness, including cancer. |
Kelley is a client-centered therapist and believe strongly in the relationship of therapist/client. She believes that each person has the answers and her goal as a therapist is to walk alongside the person to help them uncover the answers and grow to be their best self. She specializes in helping individuals, adolescents, and couples with the areas of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, divorce, and trauma. |
Jennifer can help providers support their patient’s sexual health from the waiting room to assessment and language used with all populations. If a patient does not feel you understand them, they will not be open with you. If you do not know what kind of sex your patient is having you cannot comprehensively care for their medical needs, thus alienating and disenfranchising them from medical care. Jennifer provides hour long lunch and learn or 90 minute virtual discussions as well as individual practitioner phone or virtual consultation. |
Through her private practice, Dr. Ava counsels individuals and couples on personal issues including, mismatched sex drive, power struggles, infidelity, orgasm barriers, fear of intimacy, sexual compulsion and sexual healing. Dr. Ava’s mission is to promote the benefits of healthy love and intimacy around the globe and training students worldwide is one way to spread her positive message. |
Lauren is an AASECT certified sex therapist helping people navigate relationships & sexual issues at all life stages. She works with reflective and curious people who want more meaningful connections, and she welcomes people of all sexual and gender orientations. She provides video therapy sessions from the comfort of your home to clients residing in California, Colorado, & Oregon. |
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Dr. April Brown is a Licensed Mental Health Christian Counselor, Certified School Counselor, Board Certified TeleMental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and a Qualified Clinical Supervisor. She has a thriving private practice in Cape Coral and Fort Myers, Florida where she specializes in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, emotionally support animals, and distance counseling. |
Dr. Needle is a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist in private practice and the founder and executive director of the Whole Health Psychological Center, a comprehensive psychological practice with therapists with a broad range of specialty areas. Dr. Needle is the Clinical Director at Seacrest Recovery Center and the Legislative Consultant for Transformations Treatment Center in Delray Beach, Florida. |
Nicole Landwehr, MSW, LCSW, REAT, CST Nicole Landwehr, MSW, LCSW, REAT, CST is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Expressive Arts Therapist, and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist located in St. Louis, Missouri. She offers individual, couple, and multi-partner relationship therapy services to adults. |
Sex, sexuality, and intimacy are concepts that we spend a lot of time pondering, but have few people or places in our lives where these topics are acceptable to bring up. This leaves us to feel that we are isolated and alone. The truth, is everyone has sexual and intimacy concerns, but society doesn’t help us sort this stuff out. |
Traci is a veteran Registered Nurse with 32 years of experience and has served in healthcare for 38 years. She completed post-graduate studies in sexuality at the University of Michigan obtaining a certificate in Sexuality Counseling and Sexuality Education. She obtained certification as a Certified Sexuality Counselor through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, & Therapist (AASECT). |
Tara Galeano offers resources, 1:1 support, events, and community for women who want to reconnect to themselves sexually, intimately and completely. |
We are experts in the development of the mind. This allows us to understand the most sought after advice on topics such as parenting, trauma, mental health symptoms, relationship struggles, career coaching and sexual intimacy. Once you understand the ideal conditions in which a mind and human develops- you also understand not only how to give the best parenting advice, you also understand what is impairing those of us as adults in our careers, relationships and sex lives. Location: Wisconsin |
Physical & Pelvic Floor Therapists & Offices
ATL Pelvic Health is a boutique pelvic floor physical therapy clinic focused on providing care to address bladder, bowel and sexual health concerns. We provide both one hour in person or virtual initial assessments as well as follow up visits. At the initial appointment we will sit down and talk through your medical history, ask you lots of questions, and then do a head to toe assessment to figure out the root cause of your symptoms. Follow up visits focus on progressing your plan of care to help you reach your goals. Our clinic is located in Decatur, Georgia and we serve the greater Atlanta area. |
We are a physical therapy clinic specializing in pelvic health and orthopedic conditions. We spend up to one hour long treatment sessions in private treatment rooms working directly with a physical therapist. Body Harmony PT is located in downtown Manhattan across from the Brooklyn Bridge. |
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At Bercutt Physical Therapy, we offer a unique physical therapy experience. We guarantee one on one treatment sessions in a private facility located centrally in West University Place in Houston, Texas. After a cancer diagnosis, the focus is rightfully on getting rid of the cancer. But what happens after the cancer treatment? Physical Therapy is a bridge between the cancer diagnosis and the rest of your life. We offer pelvic floor therapy, lymphedema and scar tissue management, and sexual specific exercises to get you back to your life. We are committed to getting you back to LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE. |
Genesis Physical Therapy & Wellness Genesis PT & Wellness is a holistic pelvic floor therapy practice including a team of specialty physical, occupational, and massage therapists. Our therapists have completed advanced coursework and training in topics pertaining to Women’s Health and Pelvic Health for females, males, and children. Our specialties include pregnancy related aches and pains, preparation for labor and delivery, postpartum rehabilitation, pelvic floor dysfunction in both women and men, chronic pain, and pediatric pelvic health and potty training. It is our passion to come alongside you on your journey to health, wellness, and optimal function in your day-to-day life. We strive to change the way pelvic floor therapy is presented, understood, and utilized throughout all stages of life. |
Online, on-demand pelvic floor fitness programs for pregnancy, postpartum, pelvic pain, painful sex, prolapse, Diastasis Recti, and pelvic floor weakness. Designed by a board-certified Women’s Health Physical Therapist and mom of 2. One-on-one, online consults are also available. |
Dr. Brianne Grogan graduated as a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon, in 2006. Soon after starting her physical therapy career, Bri specialized in pelvic health… and she’s never looked back! Her post-doctoral training includes coursework and certifications with the American Physical Therapy Association’s Section on Women’s Health, the Integrative Women’s Health Institute, Holistic Pelvic Care™ with Tami Kent, Pelvic Floor Yoga™ with Leslie Howard, and more. Bri became a 200-hour certified Vinyasa Yoga Teacher in 2017 and was recently certified as a Yin Yoga instructor as well. Today, Bri works with clients both in-person and online. She leads a global online community, helping people all over the world with a special emphasis on incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and pelvic pain. Overcome Pelvic Pain for Women is a 12-week online course designed to help women with pelvic pain and excessive pelvic tension resolve their symptoms and get back to a pain-free, vibrant life… all from the comfort of home. Start your first week of Overcome for free! Location: Online Resource |
OrthoPelvic Physical Therapy is a primarily pelvic health physical therapy clinic out of Sterling, Virginia. OrthoPelvic empowers through education to help active women and men get rid of bladder leakage, pelvic pain (pain with intercourse, low back pain, or hip pain) and regain confidence in their body to get back to the activities and workouts they love. OrthoPelvic serves patients both in person and remotely through telehealth. Location: Virginia, with telehealth and online services |
Restore Your Core Physical Therapy provides high-quality care for individuals with orthopedic, pelvic floor, and women’s and men’s health issues. Our doctorly prepared physical therapists utilize manual therapy and have specialized in pelvic floor rehabilitation. Our therapists individually evaluate each client, create a customized rehab program, and provide extensive education. Our therapists coach every client throughout each step of rehab to empower them in their recovery process as they meet their individual goals and ultimately improve their overall quality of life. At Restore Your Core Physical Therapy, our highly educated and experienced therapists deliver one-on-one hands-on care specific to the clients’ needs. The environment is comfortable and insures privacy. Choosing Restore Your Core Physical Therapy means the therapist dedicated to helping you is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who is highly educated in orthopedic and pelvic health diagnoses! Location: Carmel/Greenwood, Indiana and offering Telehealth services |
Practical Healing uses a functional, holistic approach to wellness. We believe sexual health is a very important part of your well-being and that there are many factors that play a role in healthy intimacy. Our comprehensive team exists to support all of your needs- emotional, physical, mental and spiritual. We would love to meet with you to discover how we can help. |
PWR Physio believes in treating the whole person, using a hands-on approach to help achieve your treatment goals. We believe in looking beyond the symptom to find the root cause of pain and dysfunction. Through a team of specially trained occupational and physical therapists, we provide treatment for pelvic floor conditions for men and women such as bladder leakage and pelvic pain, including pain with intercourse, and related low back and hip pain. We also address postpartum complications, pelvic organ prolapse, postmenopausal concerns, sexual health, and more. Our holistic, educational, in-person treatment plans are individualized to meet your needs. Call us today to find out how PWR Physio can get you back on your path to wellness and living your best life. |
Major Health Organizations offering Inclusive Intimacy & Sexual Dysfunction Care
HerMD provides women with comprehensive health care. From gynecology and menopause to sexual medicine and medical aesthetics, our female-focused centers provide a safe, trusted space for you to address all of your needs, no matter how personal. |
The Northwest Institute on Intimacy The Institute was created to meet a need generated by a significant deficit in the training of psychotherapists, physicians and clergy. Most providers have little to no training in sexual health. Yet sexuality is core to intimacy. In addition, sex therapists have little to no training in couple’s therapy. Yet relational dynamics effect the sexual relationship. This deficit has left the public seeing ill-informed providers. |
The Inova Health Foundation supports Inova’s mission to provide world-class healthcare – every time, every touch – to each person in every community we have the privilege to serve. |
Alray Direct Gynecology and Intimate Health Center Hajira Yasmin, M.D. FACOG, IF, NCMP, AASECT(CSC), is a Board-Certified OB-GYN with expertise in sexual medicine being an AASECT certified Sexuality Counselor and NAMS (North American Menopause Society) certified Menopause Practitioner. She specializes in treating perimenopause, menopause hormonal balance, sexual dysfunction in women, vulvovaginal disorders including vulvo-vaginal pain, skin disorders of vulva, pelvic pain and restoring physical intimacy during survivorship care after cancer and conditions like fibromyalgia, diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune disorders and any other chronic illness. Her husband, Dr. Rajesh, works as a hospitalist and treats male sexual dysfunction. |