Integrative Pelvic Care Therapist in Dublin — Holistic Treatment for Vaginismus, Endometriosis, Scar Tissue, Postpartum Recovery & Pelvic Pain

Integrative pelvic care is a holistic, hands-on approach that works with the muscles, fascia, organs, and nervous system of the pelvis — not just the pelvic floor muscles in isolation. While pelvic physiotherapy focuses primarily on strength and function, integrative pelvic care also addresses the emotional, somatic, and trauma-held dimensions of pelvic health. Sessions are trauma-informed, consent-guided, and paced to your nervous system. This makes it particularly effective for people whose pelvic pain, vaginismus, or dyspareunia persists despite standard physiotherapy.

Pelvic care is for people of all genders. It may help those experiencing:

• Pelvic pain or pain with penetration

• Erectile or arousal difficulties

• Urinary or bowel issues

• Endometriosis or vulvodynia

• Chronic tension or scar tissue

• A general sense of disconnection from the pelvis

• Circumcision scarring and phimosis

It is also available for those without pain who simply want a deeper connection to their body.

Pelvic care sessions are gender-inclusive and affirming for people of all genders — including men, trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse clients. Care is provided without assumptions about your body, identity, or history. People of all genders can experience pelvic pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, scar tissue, sexual pain, and a need for somatic support in the pelvic region. This practice welcomes everyone.

STREAM (Scar Tissue Release and Energy and Myofascial work) is a specialist, whole-systems approach to healing scar tissue — from C-sections, hysterectomies, laparoscopies, episiotomies, gender-affirming surgeries, and other pelvic or abdominal procedures. It works to restore mobility, hydration, and nervous system integration in and around scar tissue, which can otherwise cause pain, restricted movement, digestive issues, and pelvic dysfunction. Makia Mullen is Ireland's only certified STREAM practitioner, offering this treatment in Dún Laoghaire, Dublin.

No. Internal pelvic work is never assumed or required. It is only offered when clinically appropriate, clearly explained beforehand, and fully consented to — and you can withdraw consent at any point, without explanation. Many pelvic concerns, including vaginismus, endometriosis pain, scar tissue, and postpartum recovery, can be significantly supported through external bodywork alone. Your comfort, agency, and pace guide every session.

Sessions include:

1. A detailed intake and education

2. Hands-on work (external, and sometimes internal where appropriate)

3. Integration and aftercare guidance

You can pause, change, or stop at any point.

Yes. I regularly work with clients visiting Dublin for short periods — including artists, researchers, and people on holiday or extended stays. Short-term care plans can be arranged. There are a number of lovely Airbnb’s just a few minutes walk from my studio in the beautiful seaside village.

In-person pelvic care sessions take place at The Calm Rooms in Monkstown, Dún Laoghaire — in south Dublin, easily accessible from Blackrock, Stillorgan, Dalkey, Killiney, and the wider Dublin area. For clients who are postpartum, managing chronic pain, or travelling from outside Dublin, virtual pelvic care consultations and somatic coaching sessions are also available online.

Many clients also travel specifically for intensive or immersion-style pelvic care appointments — short-term care plans are available for those visiting Dublin.

Pelvic Pain & Dysfunction

• Chronic pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction

• Pelvic organ prolapse

• Vulvodynia and vaginismus

• Dyspareunia (painful sex)

• Interstitial cystitis and chronic UTIs

• Pelvic inflammatory conditions

• Urogenital pain of unknown origin

Scar Tissue & Post-Surgical Recovery

• C-section and hysterectomy scars

• Appendectomy, laparoscopy, and hernia repair

• Endometriosis excision surgery

• Gender-affirming procedures

• FGM/FGC

• Abdominal or pelvic adhesions causing pain or restricted mobility

Endometriosis, PCOS & Reproductive Health

• Endometriosis pain and adhesions

• PCOS, fibroids, and ovarian cysts

• Menstrual pain and irregularity

• Hormonal imbalance and womb health

Postpartum Recovery & Birth Trauma

• Postpartum pelvic floor rehabilitation

• Birth-related scar tissue and diastasis recti

• Perineal tears and episiotomy scars

• Nervous system support after labour and delivery

Sexual Pain & Intimacy

• Vaginismus and dyspareunia

• Numbness or dissociation during intimacy

• Sexual trauma held in pelvic tissues

• Difficulty experiencing pleasure or arousal

Fertility & Preconception

• Preconception pelvic preparation

• Hormonal and reproductive support

• Nervous system regulation in support of fertility

Pleasure, Vitality & Erotic Wellness

• Reconnecting with sensation after childbirth, surgery, menopause, or trauma

• Awakening desire and expanding erotic awareness

• Deepening embodied aliveness

Pelvic Care and Pelvic Bodywork works to address the different layers of muscle, fascia, viscera, nerve, and emotional tissue and complement each other well, particularly for complex or chronic presentations.

Price is Initial intake session is

€190 for 90 min

Follow up sessions are

€190 for 90min

€250 for 2 hours

Yes. Pelvic care can be highly supportive for vaginismus, dyspareunia (painful sex), and pelvic tension. Rather than treating the pelvic floor as a mechanical problem to correct, this work approaches pain through the nervous system — helping the body feel safe enough to release protective holding patterns. Sessions combine external bodywork, somatic awareness, and (where appropriate and fully consented) gentle internal pelvic work. Many clients experience significant relief after just a few sessions.

Yes. Pelvic massage and integrative bodywork can offer meaningful support for people living with endometriosis — particularly for managing adhesions, reducing pelvic tension, improving mobility, and supporting nervous system regulation around pain. This work does not treat or cure endometriosis, but it addresses the physical and somatic layers that standard medical care often leaves unaddressed. Sessions are always adapted to your current symptoms, cycle, and comfort. Many clients in Dublin find this care a valuable complement to their existing medical treatment.

Postpartum pelvic care sessions in Dublin are designed to support full-body recovery after birth — addressing the pelvic floor, abdominal tissues, birth-related scar tissue (including C-section and perineal scars), and nervous system regulation. Sessions begin with a thorough intake to understand your birth experience and current needs. Hands-on work is entirely external unless internal work is explicitly discussed and consented to. Many postpartum clients also use this space to process birth trauma somatically. Sessions are gentle, paced to where you are, and deeply restorative.

Womb massage — also known as Mayan abdominal massage or Arvigo Techniques — is a gentle, external abdominal and pelvic massage that works to improve circulation, reduce tension in the reproductive organs, and support the nervous system's relationship with the pelvic bowl. In Dublin, Makia offers womb massage as part of integrative pelvic care sessions, supporting concerns including menstrual pain, fertility preparation, digestive discomfort, pelvic congestion, and a general sense of disconnection from the womb space. It is a non-invasive, deeply nourishing treatment suitable for most people.

Yes. C-section scar massage and STREAM scar tissue remediation are among the most requested treatments at this Dublin practice. C-section scars — even those that appear fully healed on the surface — can create deep fascial adhesions that affect bladder function, pelvic mobility, lower back pain, digestion, and sensation during sex. Specialist scar work helps the tissue become more supple, mobile, and integrated. Sessions can begin as early as 8 weeks post-surgery, once the incision has fully closed. As Ireland's only STREAM-certified practitioner, Makia offers the most advanced scar tissue treatment available in the country.