Our Story

Dilato was born from personal experience and professional expertise. The founders, Ellie Hong and Azia To, recognized a gap in comprehensive, accessible care for those struggling with painful sex.

Ellie, a pelvic pain coach and pelvic floor physiotherapist with over 8 years of clinical practice, has had helped thousands of women overcome various pelvic pain issues from vaginismus to endometriosis. Azia, a sex and pain reprocessing therapy educator, has personally struggled with vaginismus herself for over 7 years. The two of them share a vision for more inclusive and far-reaching support for the 1 in 5 people with vaginas that experience pain with sex.

Together, they decided to create a program that could reach and empower even more people with vaginas living in painful sex. By combining their diverse skills and shared passion, Ellie and Azia developed Dilato to offer hope and practical solutions to individuals seeking to reclaim their intimate lives.

Mission

At Dilato, our mission is to empower individuals experiencing painful sex to reclaim their intimate lives through accessible, expert-led education and holistic support. We strive to break the silence surrounding sexual pain, providing a comprehensive program that addresses both physical and emotional aspects of healing.

Vision

We envision a world where painful sex is no longer a barrier to intimacy and wellbeing. Dilato aims to be the leading resource for those seeking to transform their sexual experiences from pain to pleasure. We aspire to create a global community where open discussions about sexual health are normalized, and where everyone has access to the knowledge and tools needed to achieve fulfilling, pain-free intimate relationships.

Through our innovative online platform, we seek to reach and positively impact the lives of millions, fostering a future where sexual wellness is prioritized and achievable for all.

Meet the Dilato Team

  • Ellie Hong

    CO-FOUNDER
    Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist,
    Pelvic Pain Coach
    +8 Years in Clinic Practice

  • Azia To

    CO-FOUNDER
    Sex and Pain Reprocessing Therapy Educator
    7+ years with Vaginismus

  • Aliya Dhalla

    CLINICAL TEAM
    Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
    @boxwellnessco
    boxwellness.co

  • Erin York

    CLINICAL TEAM
    Certified Sex Coach + Educator

  • Grecia Alaniz

    CLINICAL TEAM
    PhD (c) Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist

  • Sarah Ferland

    CLINICAL TEAM
    Registered Social Worker MSW, RSW
    sarah@sferlandcounselling.com
    sferlandcounselling.com
    Pronoun: She/Her