PLISSIT Model
The PLISSIT model is a framework clinicians use to talk about sexual health at increasing levels of support: Permission, Limited Information, Specific Suggestions, and Intensive Therapy. It helps providers meet people where they are when discussing intimacy.
Related terms
Sexual rehabilitation is the process of restoring or adapting sexual function and intimacy after a health change, often as part of broader recovery. It may involve education, communication, physical adaptations, and support from healthcare providers such as physical, occupational, or pelvic floor therapists.
Sensate focus is a structured set of touch-based exercises used in sex therapy in which partners take turns giving and receiving touch while setting aside pressure to perform. It is used to rebuild comfort, communication, and connection.
This definition is provided for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider about your specific situation.
