Vaginismus Is More Common Than You Might Think – And There’s So Much Gentle Support Available
Vaginismus – the involuntary tightening that makes penetration painful or impossible – is more common than many realise, with estimates ranging from 1–7% in the general population to 5–17% in clinical settings. If tampons, fingers, toys, or partnered sex feel daunting, you’re not alone, and there’s no shame in it. As a somatic sexologist, I help people with vaginas gently rediscover safety, curiosity, and pleasure through trauma-informed practices like deep pelvic breathing, slow self-exploration, and optional vaginal mapping sessions. Redefine sex beyond penetration – embrace mutual touch, external pleasure, and agency-led experiences where your body leads. Healing starts with kindness toward yourself. Ready to explore at your own pace? Reach out for personalised somatic sex education and coaching.
