Sexual Addiction Therapists in Edmonton, AB
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Individual clients come to see me when there is recognition of loss of control of their moods and behaviors. Difficulty with boundaries, honesty and building secure attachments create a lonely and isolated life. Depression and anxiety can be so overwhelming and we often don't want to feel like a burden to friends or family so we keep it to ourselves. I help my clients find themselves and find hope. I work with couples who are experiencing breakdowns in communication, loss of trust due to infidelity or other secrets and help them navigate the way through the repair process.
Individual clients come to see me when there is recognition of loss of control of their moods and behaviors. Difficulty with boundaries, honesty and building secure attachments create a lonely and isolated life. Depression and anxiety can be so overwhelming and we often don't want to feel like a burden to friends or family so we keep it to ourselves. I help my clients find themselves and find hope. I work with couples who are experiencing breakdowns in communication, loss of trust due to infidelity or other secrets and help them navigate the way through the repair process.
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I believe we are all coping as best we can, and there are times in our lives when we can use extra support and guidance in seeking clarity and direction. My goal and wish for my clients is that out of pain and despair, comes peace, freedom, and ultimately joy. I feel truly honored to hear people's stories and my desire and motivation to work collaboratively and respectfully with people at their own pace is genuine. With my help as your therapist I will provide a safe healing environment and help you develop a healthier and more rewarding approach to life.
I believe we are all coping as best we can, and there are times in our lives when we can use extra support and guidance in seeking clarity and direction. My goal and wish for my clients is that out of pain and despair, comes peace, freedom, and ultimately joy. I feel truly honored to hear people's stories and my desire and motivation to work collaboratively and respectfully with people at their own pace is genuine. With my help as your therapist I will provide a safe healing environment and help you develop a healthier and more rewarding approach to life.
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I offer individual counselling to adults in areas such as alcohol, drug, gambling and sex addiction I also counsel people who struggle with anxiety, depression, managing emotions and communication. I work with people who want to quit smoking or cut back to make positive healthy change in their lives. I believe everyone can lead a healthy fulfilled life and I support people who want to make that change. I help families who have loved ones who are addicted and help support them to understand their loved ones addiction and how it impacts their lives.
I offer individual counselling to adults in areas such as alcohol, drug, gambling and sex addiction I also counsel people who struggle with anxiety, depression, managing emotions and communication. I work with people who want to quit smoking or cut back to make positive healthy change in their lives. I believe everyone can lead a healthy fulfilled life and I support people who want to make that change. I help families who have loved ones who are addicted and help support them to understand their loved ones addiction and how it impacts their lives.
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Are you looking for a therapist that specializes in relationship and couples issues, trauma, PTSD, anxiety and addictions? Have you ever experienced a traumatic event, recent or what seems a long time ago that occupies your mind, negatively impacts your daily life and feels like it's not over? Do you worry about the future, avoid or distract from feeling painful thoughts and emotions? Are you struggling in relationship with not feeling heard, understood, disconnected, ignored, at war with each other or just feel stuck? I can offer a place of support, safety, understanding in learning the origins and ways of addressing the issues.
Are you looking for a therapist that specializes in relationship and couples issues, trauma, PTSD, anxiety and addictions? Have you ever experienced a traumatic event, recent or what seems a long time ago that occupies your mind, negatively impacts your daily life and feels like it's not over? Do you worry about the future, avoid or distract from feeling painful thoughts and emotions? Are you struggling in relationship with not feeling heard, understood, disconnected, ignored, at war with each other or just feel stuck? I can offer a place of support, safety, understanding in learning the origins and ways of addressing the issues.
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Connection is a deep bond in which you develop awareness between yourself and the external world. Through this awareness, your identity as well as the ability to comprehend and communicate with others evolves. As you continue to develop and make more meaningful connections, the more grounded you may feel, in who you are and how you interact with the world. However, there are many of you that have experienced unhealthy or toxic connections with yourself or others. As a result, you may feel like disconnecting and withdrawing is the safest decision to make.
Connection is a deep bond in which you develop awareness between yourself and the external world. Through this awareness, your identity as well as the ability to comprehend and communicate with others evolves. As you continue to develop and make more meaningful connections, the more grounded you may feel, in who you are and how you interact with the world. However, there are many of you that have experienced unhealthy or toxic connections with yourself or others. As a result, you may feel like disconnecting and withdrawing is the safest decision to make.
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Accepting New Clients! Know all the theories and master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul, be another human soul- Carl Jung. Are you looking for someone to talk to? Someone to help you on your journey? Or are you looking for someone to listen to you in a safe and nonjudgemental environment? Well, look no further. My name is Toby John. Welcome to my profile. I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist specializing in couples counselling, sports psychology, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. Quality treatment begins with a solid therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist.
Accepting New Clients! Know all the theories and master all the techniques, but as you touch a human soul, be another human soul- Carl Jung. Are you looking for someone to talk to? Someone to help you on your journey? Or are you looking for someone to listen to you in a safe and nonjudgemental environment? Well, look no further. My name is Toby John. Welcome to my profile. I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist specializing in couples counselling, sports psychology, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. Quality treatment begins with a solid therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist.
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I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist and a Registered Art Therapist and I work with adults, children and adolescents individually, with couples, families and facilitate groups . My experience with individuals includes working with people with mental health problems, such as depression, bipolar, anxiety, addictions, trauma, relationship problems and many others conditions that relate to family of origin developments. I'm trained at the Beck Institute and offer CBT for Depression, Anxiety & Personality Disorders. I believe in client empowerment and by using whatever strategies that you want to use with me, I will help you.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist and a Registered Art Therapist and I work with adults, children and adolescents individually, with couples, families and facilitate groups . My experience with individuals includes working with people with mental health problems, such as depression, bipolar, anxiety, addictions, trauma, relationship problems and many others conditions that relate to family of origin developments. I'm trained at the Beck Institute and offer CBT for Depression, Anxiety & Personality Disorders. I believe in client empowerment and by using whatever strategies that you want to use with me, I will help you.
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In my practice I see a wide range of clients: adults, teens, children, adults who have experienced developmental traumas [sexual, physical & emotional abuse] (often in the context of their own dysfunctional family of origin), clients with PTSD, couples who are seeking to strengthen their relationship, families looking for new ways to resolve old problems, and individuals who keep repeating the past. Depending on the presenting problem and a client's history, I often integrate EMDR Therapy and Gestalt Therapy and/or Structural Family Therapy. Online counselling is now available to residents of Alberta.
In my practice I see a wide range of clients: adults, teens, children, adults who have experienced developmental traumas [sexual, physical & emotional abuse] (often in the context of their own dysfunctional family of origin), clients with PTSD, couples who are seeking to strengthen their relationship, families looking for new ways to resolve old problems, and individuals who keep repeating the past. Depending on the presenting problem and a client's history, I often integrate EMDR Therapy and Gestalt Therapy and/or Structural Family Therapy. Online counselling is now available to residents of Alberta.
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Dana Goodwin - Heart Rescue Counselling
Psychiatric Nurse, RPN, BScN
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5E
I offer Christian Counselling that is very unique by combining my knowledge & experience as a therapist in the public sector for 18 years as well as the 7 years of experience in Christian Inner Healing & Counselling for several organizations. I support your healing journey by creating a space and pointed experience to reach those areas that are not only easy to find but also highlight those areas that are hiding or tucked away. I focus on the body, mind, heart, and spirit healing experience that creates wholeness in a way some have never experienced through Christian Prayer Counselling while utilizing other therapeutic modalities
I offer Christian Counselling that is very unique by combining my knowledge & experience as a therapist in the public sector for 18 years as well as the 7 years of experience in Christian Inner Healing & Counselling for several organizations. I support your healing journey by creating a space and pointed experience to reach those areas that are not only easy to find but also highlight those areas that are hiding or tucked away. I focus on the body, mind, heart, and spirit healing experience that creates wholeness in a way some have never experienced through Christian Prayer Counselling while utilizing other therapeutic modalities
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For over 15 years, I've dedicated myself to the field of addiction and mental health. I’m here to support you on your journey to healing and wellness with compassion and empowerment at the heart of my practice. I create space where you can explore your emotions, embrace your fully-lived experiences, and build resilience within. Through a trauma-informed, holistic approach, I integrate the best clinical practices to meet your unique needs and help you develop your inner strength.
For over 15 years, I've dedicated myself to the field of addiction and mental health. I’m here to support you on your journey to healing and wellness with compassion and empowerment at the heart of my practice. I create space where you can explore your emotions, embrace your fully-lived experiences, and build resilience within. Through a trauma-informed, holistic approach, I integrate the best clinical practices to meet your unique needs and help you develop your inner strength.
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Adriana supports clients through a trauma informed, client centred approach. She believes that fostering strong therapeutic relationships through the basis of mutual respect, congruence, and empathy, can strengthen therapeutic growth and empowerment. Adriana’s treatment approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Gottman couples therapy method.
Adriana supports clients through a trauma informed, client centred approach. She believes that fostering strong therapeutic relationships through the basis of mutual respect, congruence, and empathy, can strengthen therapeutic growth and empowerment. Adriana’s treatment approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Gottman couples therapy method.
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Hello! I see you’re scrolling through therapists and you’ve paused long enough to read my little blurb. I’m so glad you’re here! If you are struggling with your brain, your sexuality, or your relationships we can work through it together. Do you have concerns about your sexual desire: Too much? Too little? Too different? Are you grappling with your sexuality, coming out, or dealing with shame and stigma? Maybe things were great but something’s changed (what hasn’t these days?) and you need some help there. Your relationship could also be entering a new stage and you need some help navigating all those new challenges.
Hello! I see you’re scrolling through therapists and you’ve paused long enough to read my little blurb. I’m so glad you’re here! If you are struggling with your brain, your sexuality, or your relationships we can work through it together. Do you have concerns about your sexual desire: Too much? Too little? Too different? Are you grappling with your sexuality, coming out, or dealing with shame and stigma? Maybe things were great but something’s changed (what hasn’t these days?) and you need some help there. Your relationship could also be entering a new stage and you need some help navigating all those new challenges.
![Photo of Jaime Juister, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8d8082b7-7ed0-4d5f-9b42-73d32b6fe70d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you feeling there are areas of your life that are not as fulfilling as they could be? Maybe your struggling with your sex life, or anxiety is making you feel overwhelmed and unmotivated? Unhappiness in one area of our lives can negatively affect all areas of our lives. My passion is providing therapy to clients in the following areas to help improve their overall wellbeing: healthy relationship connection, sex therapy, infidelity, unhealthy attachments styles, conflict resolution, anxiety, low motivation, addictions, fetishes, BDSM, Kink,pre-marital counseling, co-parenting, working through separations, and ethical non-monogamy.
Are you feeling there are areas of your life that are not as fulfilling as they could be? Maybe your struggling with your sex life, or anxiety is making you feel overwhelmed and unmotivated? Unhappiness in one area of our lives can negatively affect all areas of our lives. My passion is providing therapy to clients in the following areas to help improve their overall wellbeing: healthy relationship connection, sex therapy, infidelity, unhealthy attachments styles, conflict resolution, anxiety, low motivation, addictions, fetishes, BDSM, Kink,pre-marital counseling, co-parenting, working through separations, and ethical non-monogamy.
![Photo of Colin Auschrat, MA, RPsych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6b148df4-f33d-4262-83d2-5f2d82070d83/4/320x400.png)
Available evenings and weekends. I take a person centred approach, believing that every client is different and therefore match my approach to where they are on their journey towards health and wellness. I believe in working from the client's point of reference and building strengths and capacities. As a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists I have worked with a variety of different clients: individuals, couples, and families, I particularly enjoy working with the dynamics of a couple, I also enjoy working with men's mental health issues and depression.
Available evenings and weekends. I take a person centred approach, believing that every client is different and therefore match my approach to where they are on their journey towards health and wellness. I believe in working from the client's point of reference and building strengths and capacities. As a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists I have worked with a variety of different clients: individuals, couples, and families, I particularly enjoy working with the dynamics of a couple, I also enjoy working with men's mental health issues and depression.
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Accepting New Patients - Navigating life's unexpected challenges and stress can lead to feelings of overwhelm, being lost, and feeling alone. Often when people experience this discomfort they use coping strategies that can lead to negative outcomes, such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and using substances. If you are needing help to get back to yourself and learn new healthy coping strategies, wanting to explore addictions treatment or have untreated trauma, we will work together to develop a treatment plan that suits your needs and helps to achieve your goals.
Accepting New Patients - Navigating life's unexpected challenges and stress can lead to feelings of overwhelm, being lost, and feeling alone. Often when people experience this discomfort they use coping strategies that can lead to negative outcomes, such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and using substances. If you are needing help to get back to yourself and learn new healthy coping strategies, wanting to explore addictions treatment or have untreated trauma, we will work together to develop a treatment plan that suits your needs and helps to achieve your goals.
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Hello there, I’m Karen! I am a kind, passionate and dedicated Mental Health Therapist who provides a culturally sensitive space for individuals and couples to receive evidence-based therapy for their relationship and sexual health concerns. I specialize in perinatal/postpartum mental health and trauma, emotion regulation, cultural identity, and sexual/intimacy concerns for individuals, youth and couples. My practice is sex-positive, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and committed to inclusivity – a space where all identities, including LGBTQIA2S+ and polyamory, are honoured.
Hello there, I’m Karen! I am a kind, passionate and dedicated Mental Health Therapist who provides a culturally sensitive space for individuals and couples to receive evidence-based therapy for their relationship and sexual health concerns. I specialize in perinatal/postpartum mental health and trauma, emotion regulation, cultural identity, and sexual/intimacy concerns for individuals, youth and couples. My practice is sex-positive, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and committed to inclusivity – a space where all identities, including LGBTQIA2S+ and polyamory, are honoured.
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I have expertise working with children, adolescents, couples and families. This includes work with high risk youth, work with children who have been abused or neglected, and work with families in crisis. I have extensive Court experience, and have been appointed as a expert in the areas of counseling and clinical psychology. I have been appointed as a Parenting Expert in clinical interventions and custody evaluations. I have supported couples in developing skills to strengthen their relationships. I have experience assisting children, adolescents, and adults in dealing with anxiety, depression, Post traumatic stress disorder, Bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric diagnoses.
I have expertise working with children, adolescents, couples and families. This includes work with high risk youth, work with children who have been abused or neglected, and work with families in crisis. I have extensive Court experience, and have been appointed as a expert in the areas of counseling and clinical psychology. I have been appointed as a Parenting Expert in clinical interventions and custody evaluations. I have supported couples in developing skills to strengthen their relationships. I have experience assisting children, adolescents, and adults in dealing with anxiety, depression, Post traumatic stress disorder, Bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric diagnoses.
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Deena Seaward - Stillwater Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Waitlist for new clients
“We’re all too vulnerable to face the hugeness of life alone. It doesn’t make sense to do that… we need each other” (Sue Johnson). I believe that meaningful connection with ourselves and others is central to our wellbeing. Unfortunately, painful past experiences and unhelpful patterns can sometimes get in the way. Relationship struggles can erode our self-worth and leave us feeling anxious, depressed, exploited, and alone. They can also create ripples that disrupt other important parts of our lives – our health, work, and kids. You're here because you’re wanting change. I'm here to provide a safe space for your journey to change.
“We’re all too vulnerable to face the hugeness of life alone. It doesn’t make sense to do that… we need each other” (Sue Johnson). I believe that meaningful connection with ourselves and others is central to our wellbeing. Unfortunately, painful past experiences and unhelpful patterns can sometimes get in the way. Relationship struggles can erode our self-worth and leave us feeling anxious, depressed, exploited, and alone. They can also create ripples that disrupt other important parts of our lives – our health, work, and kids. You're here because you’re wanting change. I'm here to provide a safe space for your journey to change.
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Sarah Stone Msw Rsw - Accepting New Clients
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, BA
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5K
A happy life is not experienced when everything is perfect, but when everything is in balance. I am committed to supporting you throughout your difficult experiences, whether it is a situational stress, or one that has been a long term concern. The goal is to assist you in moving closer towards becoming the best version of yourself! Many clients access services for support in managing anxiety and depression symptoms, problematic substance use, medical model cannabis use therapy, harm reduction, relationship concerns, and / or in understanding how their body responds to stressful, or even traumatic, experiences.
A happy life is not experienced when everything is perfect, but when everything is in balance. I am committed to supporting you throughout your difficult experiences, whether it is a situational stress, or one that has been a long term concern. The goal is to assist you in moving closer towards becoming the best version of yourself! Many clients access services for support in managing anxiety and depression symptoms, problematic substance use, medical model cannabis use therapy, harm reduction, relationship concerns, and / or in understanding how their body responds to stressful, or even traumatic, experiences.
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You deserve to walk in this world- Authentic, Courageous, Joyful! I can walk alongside you on your journey to bridge between your current Self and your Goal Self. Let's creatively transform your current Relationship towards your Goal Relationship, as you define it. Together we can resolve conflicts, improve communication, reduce distress, and increase your self-esteem. Counselling helps to encourage positive thinking and behaviors towards clarity and wellbeing. "The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any." Alice Walker
You deserve to walk in this world- Authentic, Courageous, Joyful! I can walk alongside you on your journey to bridge between your current Self and your Goal Self. Let's creatively transform your current Relationship towards your Goal Relationship, as you define it. Together we can resolve conflicts, improve communication, reduce distress, and increase your self-esteem. Counselling helps to encourage positive thinking and behaviors towards clarity and wellbeing. "The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any." Alice Walker
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When should someone seek treatment for sex addiction?
People should seek treatment for sex addiction if they cannot control their sexual thoughts or behaviours to the point that it disrupts their ability to function in daily life, for example by threatening their finances, career, or relationships. This may include spending an excessive amount of time obsessing over sex, planning sex, watching pornography, or masturbating, as well as consistently engaging in risky sexual activities, using sex to escape distressing feelings, or attempting yet failing to control sexual behaviour.
What are the most common treatment options for sex addiction?
Psychotherapy is the most common treatment for sex addiction; therapy helps patients better understand their compulsive thoughts and behaviours and develop strategies to manage their desires. Therapy may be supplemented by medications, such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, anti-androgens, alcohol and substance use medications, as well as support groups, such as 12-step programs.
How long does therapy take for sex addiction?
Recovering from compulsive behaviour takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but research suggests 12 therapy sessions may be enough to see change. Treatment for sexual compulsions requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers and developing coping skills, and potential lifestyle changes such as cutting out alcohol or drugs.
What if sex addiction is left untreated?
Compulsive sexual behaviour can have serious repercussions if left unaddressed. For example, if sexual obsessions consume the vast majority of a person’s time, they may lose their job. If they can’t stop paying for sex, their finances may suffer. If they’re dishonest in their relationships, their partner may leave them. If they consistently feel shame, they may struggle with anxiety, depression, or loneliness. Therapy can help people develop the tools to manage sexual thoughts and behaviours that feel uncontrollable.