Intimacy Beyond Chronic Pain
The Unspoken Struggle
Despite these profound effects, the intersection of chronic pain and sexuality remains largely unaddressed in traditional medical settings. Many healthcare providers lack adequate training to discuss these sensitive topics, and patients often feel too embarrassed to initiate these conversations.
This communication gap leaves many individuals and couples struggling in silence, believing they must choose between pain management and sexual fulfillment.
You're Not Alone
Chronic pain is a widespread yet often invisible challenge affecting approximately 51.6 million Americans — that's roughly one in five adults according to the latest CDC data. Beyond the physical discomfort, chronic pain creates ripple effects that touch every aspect of daily life, including your most intimate relationships.
Research shows that between 50-78% of people with chronic pain report significant difficulties with sexual function and intimacy. These challenges can include decreased desire, physical limitations, communication barriers, and emotional disconnection from partners.
A Space for Healing and Connection
Our support group addresses this critical need by creating a dedicated space where both physical pain and intimate relationships are acknowledged as equally important components of your overall wellbeing.
By bringing these topics into open, facilitated discussion, we help participants recognize they are not alone in their experiences and that viable strategies exist to improve both pain management and sexual satisfaction.
What You'll Gain
Through education, shared experiences, and professional guidance, participants can significantly improve their quality of life and relationship satisfaction. We believe that chronic pain should not mean the end of intimacy, but rather an opportunity to explore new approaches to connection and pleasure that accommodate physical limitations while honoring your emotional and physical needs.
Our facilitators work collaboratively with pelvic floor specialists while providing supportive, non-medical guidance — we connect you with appropriate healthcare resources while focusing on the emotional and practical aspects of intimacy.
All genders safe, welcomed and encouraged to join!
*You can cancel your membership at any time in 3-month increments.
Intimacy Beyond Chronic Pain is one of two support groups inside the Welcome To The Waiting Room Membership.
In the membership, folks with EDS, MCAS, POTS, fibromyalgia, Lupus, and other complex medical conditions gather in our support groups, on the community wall, and in our monthly educational workshops with licensed medical professionals who specialize in chronic pain and illness.
Whether you’re just looking for the sex + chronic pain support group or wanting to join everything the membership has to offer is completely up to you! Either way, the price is $17/mo with a 3-month commitment. Cancel anytime.
Choose your membership option here! Prefer to have a consult call before you join? Click here to schedule.
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May 8th, 2025 | 2:00-3:00 PM EST | $17/mo* Every other Thursday starting on 5/8/25
In this virtual support group, you'll learn:
Why traditional approaches to intimacy often worsen chronic pain symptoms and what to do instead
How to identify your personal boundaries and build gradually without triggering flares
Practical modifications that make intimate activities accessible at any pain level
How to break the "anticipatory anxiety" cycle many chronic pain warriors experience with intimacy
Adaptive tools and positioning options to enhance comfort and pleasure
Licensed professionals lead our workshops, bringing ethical standards and educational expertise to our community. However, Welcome to the Waiting Room is not considered therapy, nor is it a substitute for medical care or therapy. Our professionals offer educational content and support within a community setting, not clinical treatment or medical advice.