International Paruresis Association, Inc. (IPA)

International Paruresis Association, Inc. (IPA) Vision:
To champion paruresis awareness.

The IPA is dedicated to supporting people with paruresis; providing information, recovery strategies and advocating in the mental health, medical and legal communities. Mission:
The IPA is dedicated to supporting people with paruresis; providing information, recovery strategies and advocating in the mental health, medical and legal communities. Values:
Integrity, Confidentiality, Compassion, Carin

g, Understanding, Availability, Respect, Diversity, Teamwork, Continually increasing our knowledge base.

For better recovery benefits, remember to hydrate! It's not just about more practice opportunities, it also means you st...
08/24/2026

For better recovery benefits, remember to hydrate! It's not just about more practice opportunities, it also means you stay healthy too!

08/20/2026

Watch the 'P*e Shy' documentary by Steven Jackson! Out now on Youtube!

Telling family, or friends, reduces the secondary paruresis, the side of our shy bladder that causes us shame.Say to no ...
08/17/2026

Telling family, or friends, reduces the secondary paruresis, the side of our shy bladder that causes us shame.

Say to no to shame, and make a plan to tell a trusted love one! Paruresis thrives off shame!

08/13/2026

Executive Director Tim Pyle has a message for you all!

Get the newest edition of 'The Secret Social Phobia' by Dr. Steve Soifer on Amazon!

Gradual exposure can be done in so many ways! From finding a p*e buddy, to joining an IPA virtual support group, the IPA...
08/10/2026

Gradual exposure can be done in so many ways! From finding a p*e buddy, to joining an IPA virtual support group, the IPA is here to help.

We have plenty of resources to help those dealing with shy bladder syndrome. also known as paruresis. Fill out a contact us form on shy bladder .org for more information on how we can further assist your recovery!

Thank you to our donors at the International Paruresis Association. Without you, we wouldn't be able to help so many peo...
08/07/2026

Thank you to our donors at the International Paruresis Association. Without you, we wouldn't be able to help so many people change their lives with shy bladder syndrome.

For more info on becoming a donor, please visit pauresis.org ❤️

Your donation matters.

Sign up for the August 8th virtual workshop this Saturday! Sign up details at shybladder.org  -- then click the workshop...
08/04/2026

Sign up for the August 8th virtual workshop this Saturday!

Sign up details at shybladder.org -- then click the workshop tab!

Happy August! Practice, p*e and prosper ! :)
08/03/2026

Happy August! Practice, p*e and prosper ! :)

Paruresis, or shy bladder syndrome, is a social condition that affects millions of people! Let's change the conversation...
07/27/2026

Paruresis, or shy bladder syndrome, is a social condition that affects millions of people! Let's change the conversation and address this common issue!

Thanks to all those that came out to the Seattle workshop! What a fun weekend!The IPA still has more workshops happening...
07/21/2026

Thanks to all those that came out to the Seattle workshop! What a fun weekend!

The IPA still has more workshops happening this year, including the virtual workshop scheduled for August 8th :)

Go to paruresis.org for more details !

Address

1001 Frederick Road
Catonsville, MD
21228

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+18002473864

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