Beyond Hormones: A Holistic Approach to Menopausal Sexual Health

Join Vanessa Tarfon, Qualified Sex Therapist and Women's Health Specialist, for a Practical Learning Session on Menopausal Sexual Health

Women's health has never been as visible and valued as it is now, with women seeking out practitioners who provide continuous, holistic care. Yet, essential topics like menopause, the biopsychosocial aspects of sexual health, and sex and aging are often missing from traditional medical education. Upskilling in these areas can empower you to support your patients' unique needs more comprehensively.


Join Vanessa Tarfon, a trusted specialist in women’s sexual health and founder of Authentic Awareness, for an engaging one-hour seminar. Vanessa combines her background as a Sex Therapist and Educator to deliver valuable, culturally sensitive content on sensitive topics with openness and honesty.

Sex is more a psychological act than a physical act and reduced libido in menopausal women is not just about hormones.  Sexual health plays an important role on overall health and wellbeing and menopause affects women’s sexual health and their relationships.

Key Focus Areas of This Session:

• Starting the Conversation: Learn how to introduce discussions on sex comfortably and openly with your patients, recognising that every practitioner's comfort level varies.
• Gathering Vital Information Beyond Hormones: Identify what to explore beyond hormonal factors to provide well-rounded support for your patients.
• Providing Practical Recommendations: Discover effective, easy recommendations to help patients re-engage with their sexuality and partners.

Learning Outcomes:

• Recognise biopsychosocial factors impacting menopausal sexual health beyond just hormones.
• Reflect on how personal experiences and values inform patient perspectives on sexual health, and apply tools to foster open, judgment-free discussions.
• Distinguish patient holistic needs, and gain practical methods to guide patients in re-engaging with their sexuality and relationships.

Enhance your patient-centred care for menopausal women by confidently addressing the psychological aspects of sexual function. Equip yourself to support your patients’ health and relationships with a holistic, informed approach.

Approved for RANZCOG CPD, Domains & hours: EA: 1.00