Emma Mathews Psychotherapy

Emma Mathews Psychotherapy S*x Therapist & Trauma Specialist. S*xual dysfunction recovery. S*x addiction and intimacy issues
Birth trauma • Medical trauma
EMDR Consultant • Follow

I am an accredited psychotherapist with a background in midwifery and perinatal mental health. I work with a wide range of psychological difficulties and often use an integrated approach, drawing on different psychotherapy approaches, to tailor treatment to each client’s individual needs. Alongside my private practice, I am employed as an NHS psychos*xual therapist, providing therapy for individua

ls and couples experiencing s*xual difficulties. In private practice, I offer psychos*xual and relationship therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I also provide specialist treatment for s*xually compulsive or addictive behaviours. I have a particular interest in supporting people who are recovering from birth trauma. My previous experience as a midwife, combined with work in perinatal mental health, allows me to offer compassionate and informed support to clients processing traumatic birth experiences. I also have specialist expertise in treating s*xually compulsive and addictive behaviours, particularly when these difficulties affect s*xual functioning. This may include situations where men struggle to maintain an er****on or reach climax due to po*******hy use or other out-of-control s*xual behaviours. Because of my unique combination of specialist training and experience, I regularly receive therapy enquiries from individuals across the UK, and sometimes from outside the UK, for online appointments. I also see clients at my Wirral clinic who travel from across the northwest of England, including Cheshire, Manchester and Liverpool and from north Wales.

11/06/2026

Most men won't say they're struggling.
They might say they're tired.
Stressed.
Busy.
Fine.
Many men learn early on to keep difficult emotions to themselves. As a result, anxiety, depression, burnout, loneliness, and emotional overwhelm can often go unnoticed, even by the person experiencing them.

Mental health struggles don't always look like sadness. Sometimes they show up as irritability, exhaustion, withdrawal, overworking, or feeling emotionally numb.

Learning to recognise what you're feeling is not a weakness. It's an important part of emotional wellbeing and psychological health.
You don't have to wait until things reach crisis point before talking about what's going on.
If this resonates, save this post for later or share it with someone who might need to see it.

Emma Mathews psychotherapy supporting adults across Wirral and online throughout the UK

10/06/2026

A negative experience during a smear test, colposcopy, hysteroscopy, IUD fitting, or other gynaecological procedure can have effects that last long after the appointment ends.

Many people find themselves avoiding cervical screening, feeling anxious before medical appointments, experiencing panic during pelvic examinations, or struggling with intimacy and s*xual confidence afterwards.

What often goes unrecognised is that these can be signs of medical trauma.

As a psychotherapist specialising in medical trauma and a psychos*xual therapist, I work with people who are experiencing:
• Fear of smear tests
• Anxiety about gynaecological examinations
• Medical trauma and medical PTSD
• Painful s*x after a difficult medical experience
• Vaginismus and fear of pe*******on
• Loss of s*xual desire following gynaecological trauma

You don't have to choose between looking after your physical health and protecting your emotional wellbeing.
Recovery is possible, and support is available.

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08/06/2026

Most men expect changes in their eyesight as they get older.
Most expect their recovery after exercise to take a little longer too.

Yet when er****ons change, many immediately assume something is wrong.The reality is that s*xual function changes throughout life.

As men age, it is common to notice:
• Erections taking longer to develop
• Needing more direct stimulation
• Erections being less predictable
• Longer recovery time between or***ms
• Fluctuations in libido and s*xual desire

These changes do not automatically mean erectile dysfunction.
However, persistent erectile difficulties should always be discussed with a healthcare professional, as erectile problems can sometimes be linked to underlying health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes or high blood pressure.

Understanding the difference between normal age-related changes and a medical problem can reduce unnecessary anxiety and help men make informed decisions about their s*xual health.
Ageing changes s*xual function.

It does not automatically end your s*x life.

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✨ What an incredible evening at the Wirral Wellbeing Awards held at Thornton Hall Hotel on 5th June 2026.I was honoured ...
07/06/2026

✨ What an incredible evening at the Wirral Wellbeing Awards held at Thornton Hall Hotel on 5th June 2026.

I was honoured to attend alongside many of the wonderful health and wellbeing professionals who provide services from Chris Malkin Physiotherapy. We were absolutely delighted to see the clinic win the award for Excellence in Health and Wellbeing Services, following its nomination by Wirral Wellbeing Magazine.

This award reflects the supportive, professional and genuinely caring environment that Chris and Sharon Malkin have created. Their commitment to providing a welcoming space where multidisciplinary practitioners can work collaboratively has helped countless people across the Wirral access high-quality health and wellbeing support.

As a psychotherapist working from the clinic, I am grateful to be part of a community that values compassion, professionalism and person-centred care. Whether people are seeking support with physical health difficulties, anxiety, stress, trauma, emotional wellbeing, personal growth, counselling or psychotherapy, having a trusted and friendly environment can make all the difference.

Congratulations to Chris, Sharon and everyone involved in making this such a special place for the local community.



When the midwife is traumatised, everyone pays the price.We talk more openly now about birth trauma experienced by women...
06/06/2026

When the midwife is traumatised, everyone pays the price.
We talk more openly now about birth trauma experienced by women and families. But what about the trauma carried by the midwives who witness emergencies, loss, fear, distress, and system pressures every day?

Many maternity professionals are working under relentless pressure, experiencing burnout, compassion fatigue, moral injury, and vicarious trauma whilst trying to provide safe, compassionate care.

Over time, this can leave even the most dedicated midwives feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected, anxious, and questioning whether they can continue.

As a psychotherapist and former midwife, I believe we need to start talking about the hidden emotional cost of caring.

My latest blog explores:
✨ Midwife trauma and burnout
✨ Moral injury in maternity services
✨ The impact of chronic workplace stress
✨ Why psychological safety matters in maternity care
✨ What support and healing can look like for birth professionals

If you're a midwife, maternity support worker, student midwife, or healthcare professional who recognises yourself in this conversation, you're not alone.

🔗 Read the full blog via the link in my bio.


05/06/2026

For some people, a cervical screening, colposcopy, hysteroscopy, IUD fitting, biopsy, or other gynaecological procedure can feel frightening, painful, overwhelming, or out of their control.

The impact doesn't always end when the appointment is over.
You might notice:
• Anxiety before medical appointments
• Panic in waiting rooms
• Cancelling or avoiding smear tests
• Flashbacks to a previous procedure
• Feeling tense during intimacy
• Fear of pelvic examinations
• Loss of trust in your body
These responses are more common than many people realise.

As a psychotherapist specialising in medical trauma and a psychos*xual therapist, I support people recovering from the emotional and s*xual impact of difficult healthcare experiences.
You deserve healthcare that feels safe, respectful, and trauma-informed.

If this resonates with you, save this post for when you need the reminder.



03/06/2026

Many people assume everyone else is having more s*x than they are.

As a psychos*xual therapist, I hear this all the time.
The problem is that we're often comparing our reality to assumptions about other people's relationships.

Most couples experience periods of:
• Lower desire
• Stress
• Mismatched libidos
• Less intimacy
• Life getting in the way

That's normal.

Psychos*xual therapy can help you understand your own relationship with s*x and intimacy rather than measuring it against someone else's.

📍 Online & in-person support
🔗 Link in bio

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01/06/2026

Many people spend more time worrying about s*x than talking about it.

Common concerns include:
• Low libido
• Performance anxiety
• Erectile difficulties
• Difficulty orgasming
• Pain during s*x
• Feeling disconnected from a partner

As a psychos*xual therapist, one thing I see repeatedly is that people often assume they're alone in these worries.
They're not.

Psychos*xual therapy offers a confidential space to explore s*xual concerns, intimacy difficulties and relationship challenges without judgement.

📍 Online & in-person appointments
🔗 Link in bio

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Over the years, one thing I've noticed is how many people carry difficult experiences for far longer than they need to.N...
31/05/2026

Over the years, one thing I've noticed is how many people carry difficult experiences for far longer than they need to.
Not because they're unwilling to talk about them.
But because they often tell themselves:
"It wasn't that bad."
"I should be over it by now."
"Other people have had it worse."

Yet experiences such as a traumatic birth, a frightening medical procedure, a difficult relationship, an affair, a sudden loss, or a period of feeling overwhelmed can stay with us long after the event itself has passed.

As a psychotherapist, I work with adults and couples facing a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, trauma, relationship and intimacy problems, and s*xual difficulties.

I'm also pleased to have recently become an Accredited EMDR Consultant, a role that involves supporting and developing other EMDR therapists alongside my clinical work. EMDR is a therapy approach often used to help people process and recover from distressing experiences and trauma.

I work both online and face-to-face from my Wirral practice, and regularly see people from across Cheshire, Liverpool, Manchester and North Wales.

I thought I'd reintroduce myself to newer members of the group and share this because many people struggle alone for much longer than they need to.

If any part of this resonates, you're very welcome to message me privately.

30/05/2026

S*xual difficulties after childbirth are more common than many people realise, particularly after traumatic birth experiences.

Trauma can affect how safe the body feels during intimacy, which can lead to avoidance, anxiety, or loss of desire.

As a psychos*xual therapist specialising in birth trauma, I support people to process their birth experiences and reconnect with their bodies and relationships.

These difficulties are far more common than people realise, and support is available.

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