The inability to orgasm or Anorgasmia as the medical profession like to term it is either physical or psychological in nature.

Hypnotherapy works when the problem is associated with the psychological aspects of Anorgasmia. The rationale for this is that the Anorgasmia is a symptom of an underlying problem.

These problems can be either known or unknown by the patient. When referring to the unknown aspect, this usually reflects an old deep rooted (historical) or suppressed memory which cannot be accessed by the conscious mind for many reasons which are beyond the realms of this short article.

In relation to the conscious aspect, this is usually based on a current set of factors within the person’s life such as money worries, relationship concerns, and fear of getting pregnant. These feelings could be compounded by factors which mean the person does not feel comfortable in the physical environment they find themselves in, such as living with parents or whilst visiting relatives, or living next door to unpleasant or noisy neighbours. Another important factor may be associated with feelings and responsibilities associated with post childbirth.

Hypnotherapy assists in reducing the body and mind’s stress and tension and thereby encouraging improved blood flow which enables the body to be more open to sensations and being more relaxed in the process. This is achieved through the use of suggestions made by the therapist which enable the patient to encourage relaxation in herself, I mention this as the patient is always in control of what suggestions she accepts and those she may choose to reject. The use of metaphors also plays a large role in the therapeutic intervention; this allows the sub-conscious to interpret the metaphor in a manner which meets the patient’s needs.