Sexual Addiction Therapists in Richmond, BC
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If you are feeling trapped in sexual addiction or substance abuse and are ready for your life to change for the better, then please reach out.
I work with clients struggling with pornography and sex addiction. I draw upon my training as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and my experience as an addictions counsellor at a premier addictions treatment clinic in Vancouver. Working with you would allow us to target the underlying issues and the root causes of these behaviours to provide a plan for you to move forward and be free. My other areas of expertise include drug and alcohol addiction.
If you are feeling trapped in sexual addiction or substance abuse and are ready for your life to change for the better, then please reach out.
I work with clients struggling with pornography and sex addiction. I draw upon my training as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and my experience as an addictions counsellor at a premier addictions treatment clinic in Vancouver. Working with you would allow us to target the underlying issues and the root causes of these behaviours to provide a plan for you to move forward and be free. My other areas of expertise include drug and alcohol addiction.
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Andra Adams - Sex Addiction Partner Betrayal
Counsellor, ASAT, RPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, BC V6Y
Treatment Philosophy - I am committed to providing a safe, non-shaming, non-judgmental, professional and confidential space for those with concerns about the effect that compulsive sexual behaviour is having on their lives, offering support to the individuals acting out, as well as their partners. I believe in facilitating recovery using a step-by-step neurobiological approach, wherein new learning and connections create the fundamental brain shifts required to overcome compulsion, achieving better health and relationships. I honour the uniqueness of all clients' experiences, and the relevance of tradition and orientation in our diverse stories and individual paths to change.
Treatment Philosophy - I am committed to providing a safe, non-shaming, non-judgmental, professional and confidential space for those with concerns about the effect that compulsive sexual behaviour is having on their lives, offering support to the individuals acting out, as well as their partners. I believe in facilitating recovery using a step-by-step neurobiological approach, wherein new learning and connections create the fundamental brain shifts required to overcome compulsion, achieving better health and relationships. I honour the uniqueness of all clients' experiences, and the relevance of tradition and orientation in our diverse stories and individual paths to change.
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Shelley Lisa Behr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, BC V6Y
One of the most difficult things to do in life is to ask for help. I understand that making the first call is stressful, and I am open to hearing your concerns as soon as we connect. I encompass a non judgmental approach, based on strength and resilience. I work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to make important changes in their lives. As a counselor, I support each client's own experience of their story. I take a holistic approach to understand the many layers that surround life challenges, to create connections and promote change.
One of the most difficult things to do in life is to ask for help. I understand that making the first call is stressful, and I am open to hearing your concerns as soon as we connect. I encompass a non judgmental approach, based on strength and resilience. I work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to make important changes in their lives. As a counselor, I support each client's own experience of their story. I take a holistic approach to understand the many layers that surround life challenges, to create connections and promote change.
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Linda Lane-Devlin -Private Practice
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, ICADC, CIP, CCAC, CCCS, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond, BC V6V
Addiction Specialist, Counsellor- Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (CACCF), CCCS, CCAC Certified Counsellor , Board Certified Interventionist PCB CIP. Linda continues to educate, innovate, inspire and support clients, families, about using a more collaborative approach. She has over 25 years of experience working in the addictions field. Linda's commitment to excellence in best practice guides the service provision. People's behaviors are shaped by their experiences, and each person is unique in this regard.
Addiction Specialist, Counsellor- Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (CACCF), CCCS, CCAC Certified Counsellor , Board Certified Interventionist PCB CIP. Linda continues to educate, innovate, inspire and support clients, families, about using a more collaborative approach. She has over 25 years of experience working in the addictions field. Linda's commitment to excellence in best practice guides the service provision. People's behaviors are shaped by their experiences, and each person is unique in this regard.
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Richmond Counselling & Wellness has been caring for individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents since 2003. We are a group of Psychologists, Registered Clinical Counsellors, and Canadian Certified Counsellors who all have extensive training in helping with so many of the issues people face today. We have a warm, welcoming, private, sound-proofed and comfortable environment that serves as a safe and accepting escape away from the stresses of everyday life. BOOK ONLINE @ richmondcounselling.janeapp.com OR call 604-279-8992
Richmond Counselling & Wellness has been caring for individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents since 2003. We are a group of Psychologists, Registered Clinical Counsellors, and Canadian Certified Counsellors who all have extensive training in helping with so many of the issues people face today. We have a warm, welcoming, private, sound-proofed and comfortable environment that serves as a safe and accepting escape away from the stresses of everyday life. BOOK ONLINE @ richmondcounselling.janeapp.com OR call 604-279-8992
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I bring specialized training in sexual therapy in my work with adults and adolescents on topics ranging from intimacy challenges, sex work, sexuality, sexual dysfunction, sexual desire, pelvic floor pain, kink/fetish, sex/porn "addiction", polyamory, life transitions, childhood trauma, sexual trauma, religious trauma, medical trauma, panic/anxiety. I work also with couples and families drawing from Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Which features attachment based interventions grounded within finding empathy, compassion, and care for both yourself and your partner while creating different patterns of interacting.
I bring specialized training in sexual therapy in my work with adults and adolescents on topics ranging from intimacy challenges, sex work, sexuality, sexual dysfunction, sexual desire, pelvic floor pain, kink/fetish, sex/porn "addiction", polyamory, life transitions, childhood trauma, sexual trauma, religious trauma, medical trauma, panic/anxiety. I work also with couples and families drawing from Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Which features attachment based interventions grounded within finding empathy, compassion, and care for both yourself and your partner while creating different patterns of interacting.
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My expertise is in working with difficulties related to cultural, familial, and relational contexts. I specialize in depression, anxiety, anger issues, professional burnout, issues with sexuality, couples issues, family conflicts, self-harming, and more. In addition to having lived in Hong Kong, I have worked diverse clients in Los Angeles and Vancouver. People who are seeking to make sense of themselves tend to find me very helpful. Former clients of mine regularly feel as though they understand their symptoms, are more free to make good life choices, and are prepared to have more fulfilling relationships overall.
My expertise is in working with difficulties related to cultural, familial, and relational contexts. I specialize in depression, anxiety, anger issues, professional burnout, issues with sexuality, couples issues, family conflicts, self-harming, and more. In addition to having lived in Hong Kong, I have worked diverse clients in Los Angeles and Vancouver. People who are seeking to make sense of themselves tend to find me very helpful. Former clients of mine regularly feel as though they understand their symptoms, are more free to make good life choices, and are prepared to have more fulfilling relationships overall.
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Rolf Schrader
MA, RCC, MNLP, CHT
Not Verified Not Verified
Richmond, BC V6X (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with life or facing a difficult challenge? Do you have an inner critic who is just tearing you down? As your psychotherapist, I can help you eliminate those patterns or parts that have been impeding your progress, stopping you from having the life you want, you deserve. Together in a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space you can:
Are you struggling with life or facing a difficult challenge? Do you have an inner critic who is just tearing you down? As your psychotherapist, I can help you eliminate those patterns or parts that have been impeding your progress, stopping you from having the life you want, you deserve. Together in a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space you can:
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Amar (Alex) Sangha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, MSW, RCSW, RCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, BC V6Y
I use a holistic approach to counseling that incorporates the many components of a person's life such as the emotional, physical, social, cultural, spiritual, and occupational. I work with young adults, adults, seniors, and elders. I use Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual Model, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Stages of Change, Supportive Counselling, and Systems Theory. Areas of Practice include Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Addictions, Life Transitions, Job Loss, Work Related Issues, Return to Work, Communication, Relationship Differences, Stress Management, Personal Growth, Sexuality and Coming Out, & Goal Setting.
I use a holistic approach to counseling that incorporates the many components of a person's life such as the emotional, physical, social, cultural, spiritual, and occupational. I work with young adults, adults, seniors, and elders. I use Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual Model, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Stages of Change, Supportive Counselling, and Systems Theory. Areas of Practice include Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Addictions, Life Transitions, Job Loss, Work Related Issues, Return to Work, Communication, Relationship Differences, Stress Management, Personal Growth, Sexuality and Coming Out, & Goal Setting.
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Lazzaro Pisu is one of the most recommended Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist in Canada. Over the past years to the present day Lazzaro have helped thousands of private patients, and based on the effective of his sessions he built a respectable practice and name, and his clients are not only from Canada but from around the world. Clients go to Lazzaro for issues related to Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma, Abuse, Loss of Purpose, Self Confidence, Motivation, Moodiness, Sexual Problems, Bereavement and Loss, Stroke Recovery and other personal issues. Call Lazzao to get fast results and to get better mentally and physically.
Lazzaro Pisu is one of the most recommended Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist in Canada. Over the past years to the present day Lazzaro have helped thousands of private patients, and based on the effective of his sessions he built a respectable practice and name, and his clients are not only from Canada but from around the world. Clients go to Lazzaro for issues related to Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma, Abuse, Loss of Purpose, Self Confidence, Motivation, Moodiness, Sexual Problems, Bereavement and Loss, Stroke Recovery and other personal issues. Call Lazzao to get fast results and to get better mentally and physically.
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Be Spoke Psychotherapy
Counsellor, BSc, MATS, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond, BC V6X
Do you feel anxious or depressed or hopeless? Have you experienced a loss? Are you struggling with a lack of direction or purpose? Or, perhaps you are experiencing difficulty with others. I work with adults experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have a decade of healthcare experience working with a diverse population of individuals and families experiencing traumatic grief, and loss.
Do you feel anxious or depressed or hopeless? Have you experienced a loss? Are you struggling with a lack of direction or purpose? Or, perhaps you are experiencing difficulty with others. I work with adults experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have a decade of healthcare experience working with a diverse population of individuals and families experiencing traumatic grief, and loss.
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Hanna Peterson
Strength Counselling Services
Jue Wang
Justin Bagan
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I collaborate with my clients to create validating and empowering therapy for folx who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, non-monogamous, kinky, gender-diverse, alternative, and people with intersectional identities. With a diverse toolkit rooted in research-based methodologies, we can navigate complexities around sex and sexuality with authenticity and understanding. You may wish to work with me if you are looking for support in embracing your sexuality, forging meaningful connections and living authentically.
I collaborate with my clients to create validating and empowering therapy for folx who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, non-monogamous, kinky, gender-diverse, alternative, and people with intersectional identities. With a diverse toolkit rooted in research-based methodologies, we can navigate complexities around sex and sexuality with authenticity and understanding. You may wish to work with me if you are looking for support in embracing your sexuality, forging meaningful connections and living authentically.
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Growth and transformation are largely based on an environment of safety, compassion, and collaboration. The client-counsellor relationship is foundational, and I use an integrative, personalized approach with each client. I encourage clients to use their own understanding of experiences as a platform for healing, and together, we work to discover clarity, develop awareness, and create balance.
Growth and transformation are largely based on an environment of safety, compassion, and collaboration. The client-counsellor relationship is foundational, and I use an integrative, personalized approach with each client. I encourage clients to use their own understanding of experiences as a platform for healing, and together, we work to discover clarity, develop awareness, and create balance.
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd , RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Richmond, BC V6V (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
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Having practiced as a Clinical Psychologist overseas for 20 years, I am very familiar with all kinds of conditions. If you are having relationship with your spouse or others, I can help. You might be stressed out trying to parent your children, whatever age they maybe and esp for offsprings who have ADHD, Autism or learning problems, I love to help. Or you maybe depressed, anxious, wanting to work out your inner issues so that you can be a happy person, I am here to give you a hand. Or you might have a lot of pain/stress in your life, with various kinds of addictions not knowing what to do, I am here to help you find your way out.
Having practiced as a Clinical Psychologist overseas for 20 years, I am very familiar with all kinds of conditions. If you are having relationship with your spouse or others, I can help. You might be stressed out trying to parent your children, whatever age they maybe and esp for offsprings who have ADHD, Autism or learning problems, I love to help. Or you maybe depressed, anxious, wanting to work out your inner issues so that you can be a happy person, I am here to give you a hand. Or you might have a lot of pain/stress in your life, with various kinds of addictions not knowing what to do, I am here to help you find your way out.
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Thank you for stopping by my page. Regardless of what brought you here, I congratulate you on making one step toward seeking wellness. Deciding to start therapy is hard; being vulnerable with a stranger takes enormous courage. I am privileged to have witnessed countless transformations that people were going through, either inside or outside my office. As an Asian-origin female therapist, I work with my clients to navigate life through their unique perspectives. Our intersectionalities can be our strength and resilience. No matter what you are struggling with, there is a way of healing, and love is the cure.
Thank you for stopping by my page. Regardless of what brought you here, I congratulate you on making one step toward seeking wellness. Deciding to start therapy is hard; being vulnerable with a stranger takes enormous courage. I am privileged to have witnessed countless transformations that people were going through, either inside or outside my office. As an Asian-origin female therapist, I work with my clients to navigate life through their unique perspectives. Our intersectionalities can be our strength and resilience. No matter what you are struggling with, there is a way of healing, and love is the cure.
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Overwhelmed by life's challenges? Whether it's anxiety, complex relationships, substance use, impulsive habits, depression, or feeling lost and disconnected, you're not alone. With a background in addiction and substance use counselling, I’ve walked alongside clients to figure out what practical insights, tools, and resources to draw on to move forward. Originally from Winnipeg, my approach is based in CBT and Taoist and Buddhist philosophy. Successes with clients in areas of personal well-being, relationships, family, behavioral health, coping, and adapting to changes inform our work together.
Overwhelmed by life's challenges? Whether it's anxiety, complex relationships, substance use, impulsive habits, depression, or feeling lost and disconnected, you're not alone. With a background in addiction and substance use counselling, I’ve walked alongside clients to figure out what practical insights, tools, and resources to draw on to move forward. Originally from Winnipeg, my approach is based in CBT and Taoist and Buddhist philosophy. Successes with clients in areas of personal well-being, relationships, family, behavioral health, coping, and adapting to changes inform our work together.
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Glenda specializes in Sex Addiction, Porn Addiction, Love Addiction, and Betrayal Trauma as a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist.
Is your life filled with strife due to compulsive sexual behavior's (sex, porn, and/or love addiction)? Or are you the partner of someone who struggles with these compulsive sexual behavior's? If so, Glenda will support you one step at a time. Support will include processing any traumas, managing crises, learning about intimacy disorders, identifying and communicating your feelings, reclaiming your sexuality, and deciding next steps.
Glenda specializes in Sex Addiction, Porn Addiction, Love Addiction, and Betrayal Trauma as a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist.
Is your life filled with strife due to compulsive sexual behavior's (sex, porn, and/or love addiction)? Or are you the partner of someone who struggles with these compulsive sexual behavior's? If so, Glenda will support you one step at a time. Support will include processing any traumas, managing crises, learning about intimacy disorders, identifying and communicating your feelings, reclaiming your sexuality, and deciding next steps.
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Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor, RTC, ASAT, AMAT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5K
Hi there! Do you find yourself caught in states of uncertainty in your life transitions? Is your "double life" catching up to you? What about your sense of self & the stressors that come with it? I recognize that my clients can experience many hurdles within their relationships & intimate partnerships, including but not limited to; sexual addiction, infidelity, compulsive pornography use, gambling/shopping addiction, relationship & intimacy concerns, non-monogamous lifestyles & difficult life transitions.
Hi there! Do you find yourself caught in states of uncertainty in your life transitions? Is your "double life" catching up to you? What about your sense of self & the stressors that come with it? I recognize that my clients can experience many hurdles within their relationships & intimate partnerships, including but not limited to; sexual addiction, infidelity, compulsive pornography use, gambling/shopping addiction, relationship & intimacy concerns, non-monogamous lifestyles & difficult life transitions.
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As my client you are the focus of my work, and from the moment you sit down with me I want you to feel supported, safe, and welcome. I work with adults experiencing a variety of issues: depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship, couples, sexual addiction, divorce, self-esteem, life transition, personal growth, or simply feeling stuck, out of control, meaningless. My approach to individual therapy combines CBT/ Existential Analysis with concepts including mindfulness, personality, attachment, meaning-making/purpose
As my client you are the focus of my work, and from the moment you sit down with me I want you to feel supported, safe, and welcome. I work with adults experiencing a variety of issues: depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship, couples, sexual addiction, divorce, self-esteem, life transition, personal growth, or simply feeling stuck, out of control, meaningless. My approach to individual therapy combines CBT/ Existential Analysis with concepts including mindfulness, personality, attachment, meaning-making/purpose
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Sexual Addiction Counsellors
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.