Tom and Sarah's therapist recommended that they both attend individual therapy sessions in addition to their couples therapy. Sarah was hesitant at first, but eventually agreed to give it a try.

In her individual sessions, Sarah began to explore the root of her trauma and worked through the emotions and memories that had been holding her back. She also learned coping mechanisms to use when she was feeling overwhelmed or triggered.

Tom's individual sessions focused on how he could support Sarah without taking on her trauma as his own. He learned to be patient and understanding and to respect Sarah's boundaries.

The couple also did exercises at home that their therapist assigned to them. One exercise was to write letters to each other expressing their thoughts and feelings about their intimacy. This helped them to communicate more openly and honestly and to understand each other's perspectives.

They also worked on physical touch exercises that involved non-sexual touch and focused on building trust and comfort. Sarah initially found these exercises difficult and uncomfortable, but she gradually became more at ease with Tom's touch and began to enjoy the intimacy.

Overall, the therapy was a challenging but positive experience for both Tom and Sarah. They learned valuable tools and strategies for dealing with their individual struggles and for navigating their relationship. They were grateful for the therapist's guidance and support in helping them to move forward in their journey towards a fulfilling and loving marriage.