Sexual Addiction Therapists in Burlington, ON
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First Step Men's Therapy (No Waitlist)
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP, ASAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7N (Online Only)
Our specializations include: sexual addiction, gambling, grief, life transitions, divorce, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, alcohol use, sex therapy, anxiety, infidelity, depression, and men's issues.
Men - it doesn't have to be this way! Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free 20-minute consultation with us today!
Our specializations include: sexual addiction, gambling, grief, life transitions, divorce, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, anger management, alcohol use, sex therapy, anxiety, infidelity, depression, and men's issues.
Men - it doesn't have to be this way! Are you feeling disconnected to yourself, loved ones, or society? Do you question whether you are a good father, son, or partner? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, powerless, guilty, or "not normal". Many men struggle with their mental health without seeking help or reaching out for support. Often, this struggle may lead to addiction, anxiety, depression, shame, suicidal ideation, poor relationships, grief, low self-esteem, or low self-worth. First Step Men's Therapy offers a safe, warm, and inviting space for men to heal, learn, and grow. Book a free 20-minute consultation with us today!
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Brian Janes
Registered Psychotherapist, CSAT, ICADC, MBA
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7L (Online Only)
As a registered psychotherapist (RP), I work with those struggling with addictions, relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and other challenges. I am a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT) and am trained to help those struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour. I am also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (ICADC), and offer services to help clients break free from the downward spiral of addiction to drugs, alcohol and other addictive behaviours. Additionally, with an MBA and several years working in the corporate world, I have a unique understanding of the pressures faced by those struggling in today's demanding work environment.
As a registered psychotherapist (RP), I work with those struggling with addictions, relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and other challenges. I am a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT) and am trained to help those struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour. I am also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (ICADC), and offer services to help clients break free from the downward spiral of addiction to drugs, alcohol and other addictive behaviours. Additionally, with an MBA and several years working in the corporate world, I have a unique understanding of the pressures faced by those struggling in today's demanding work environment.
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Rebecca Rosenblat-Billings
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP, CSAT, CST, EMDR tr
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7R
I'm very passionate about helping individuals & couples struggling with intimacy, infidelity, trust, sex addiction, trauma, sexual issues & more. I'm trained in various treatment methods, and I bring a host of experience, that's allowed me a great success rate. My various skill sets have opened up several opportunities, including published books, advice columns, keynote addresses, media tours, and hosting various TV & radio shows, which speak to my commitment to helping people heal and lead fulfilling lives. To learn more about me, visit www.RelationshipAndSexuality.com, or Google me for my thousands of international contributions.
I'm very passionate about helping individuals & couples struggling with intimacy, infidelity, trust, sex addiction, trauma, sexual issues & more. I'm trained in various treatment methods, and I bring a host of experience, that's allowed me a great success rate. My various skill sets have opened up several opportunities, including published books, advice columns, keynote addresses, media tours, and hosting various TV & radio shows, which speak to my commitment to helping people heal and lead fulfilling lives. To learn more about me, visit www.RelationshipAndSexuality.com, or Google me for my thousands of international contributions.
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Anya Moon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with adults struggling to make and maintain behavioral change in areas such as substance use, addictive behaviors, anxiety, and depression. I also work with clients interested in enhancing interpersonal functioning and learning skills for navigating relationships. I believe the therapeutic relationship is key to change, and I emphasize and cultivate an environment of collaboration, mutual respect, and compassion.
I enjoy working with adults struggling to make and maintain behavioral change in areas such as substance use, addictive behaviors, anxiety, and depression. I also work with clients interested in enhancing interpersonal functioning and learning skills for navigating relationships. I believe the therapeutic relationship is key to change, and I emphasize and cultivate an environment of collaboration, mutual respect, and compassion.
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Is there something missing from your sex life? Is it all you thought it would be? Do you want more intimacy? More pleasure? Passion? Desire? We are not born knowing how to have great sex or develop healthy relationships. Nothing could be further from the truth! Sex and romantic relationships are both an art and a skillset developed through experience, and also through support and guidance. In my practice, I aim to help you to learn and understand how to create a sex life filled with pleasure and intimacy rather than shame, fear, or performance anxiety.
Is there something missing from your sex life? Is it all you thought it would be? Do you want more intimacy? More pleasure? Passion? Desire? We are not born knowing how to have great sex or develop healthy relationships. Nothing could be further from the truth! Sex and romantic relationships are both an art and a skillset developed through experience, and also through support and guidance. In my practice, I aim to help you to learn and understand how to create a sex life filled with pleasure and intimacy rather than shame, fear, or performance anxiety.
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Angus Coll-Smith
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7R
I specialize in helping people who are struggling with addiction issues and/or anxiety and mood disorders. I really enjoy working with ‘stuck’ clients. Those people who know they want or need change but aren’t sure how to get there. You are not broken, and you do not need to be fixed. You might be feeling a little lost though. Let me serve as a guide to walk with you and show you some possible ways out. You don't need to commit to any long term therapy or all the 'what ifs' at this point. All you need to do is reach out and make that first connection. Let's have a conversation about what's going on.
I specialize in helping people who are struggling with addiction issues and/or anxiety and mood disorders. I really enjoy working with ‘stuck’ clients. Those people who know they want or need change but aren’t sure how to get there. You are not broken, and you do not need to be fixed. You might be feeling a little lost though. Let me serve as a guide to walk with you and show you some possible ways out. You don't need to commit to any long term therapy or all the 'what ifs' at this point. All you need to do is reach out and make that first connection. Let's have a conversation about what's going on.
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7N (Online Only)
Currently, we provide online counseling services exclusively, featuring a talented team of counselors from diverse backgrounds who can tackle a wide range of mental health issues. Our primary goal is to nurture the holistic well-being of our clients, addressing their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects through exceptional counseling services. We cater to individuals, couples, and families, tailoring our approach for each unique client. In the event of client dissatisfaction with a therapist, we pledge to either find an appropriate replacement or suggest an unaffiliated alternative expert to ensure their needs are met.
Currently, we provide online counseling services exclusively, featuring a talented team of counselors from diverse backgrounds who can tackle a wide range of mental health issues. Our primary goal is to nurture the holistic well-being of our clients, addressing their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects through exceptional counseling services. We cater to individuals, couples, and families, tailoring our approach for each unique client. In the event of client dissatisfaction with a therapist, we pledge to either find an appropriate replacement or suggest an unaffiliated alternative expert to ensure their needs are met.
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Psychodynamic/psychoanalytic treatment helps people master psychological difficulties, takes a long time, gives lasting results and is hard work. If you feel ready to do this work, I may be able to help you. See my website for fuller discussion about the efficacy of psychodynamic treatment and the type of problems that can be addressed with this approach.
Psychodynamic/psychoanalytic treatment helps people master psychological difficulties, takes a long time, gives lasting results and is hard work. If you feel ready to do this work, I may be able to help you. See my website for fuller discussion about the efficacy of psychodynamic treatment and the type of problems that can be addressed with this approach.
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Welcome! I am an experienced psychotherapist of 21 years with experience in mental health, addiction, physical health trauma and family counselling. I work from a person-centred philosophy believing that strength lies within everyone, though sometimes it is hard to find. I work with clients in both short and longer-term capacities using a variety of methodologies. Most importantly, I am personable and respectful of the path you have travelled prior to initiating counselling. I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in establishing goals towards your personal growth.
Welcome! I am an experienced psychotherapist of 21 years with experience in mental health, addiction, physical health trauma and family counselling. I work from a person-centred philosophy believing that strength lies within everyone, though sometimes it is hard to find. I work with clients in both short and longer-term capacities using a variety of methodologies. Most importantly, I am personable and respectful of the path you have travelled prior to initiating counselling. I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in establishing goals towards your personal growth.
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Jennifer Gratzfeld
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7M (Online Only)
I am a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) with more than 15 years experience. I work with individuals who encounter various mental health and life challenges. My approach is eclectic, playful, and trauma informed. I am inspired by peoples stories and the moments that lead us toward embracing our authentic selves. I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA2S communities. I am also available to supporting friends and families who may be experiencing difficulty in their relationships with those in the LGBTQIA2S communities.
I am a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) with more than 15 years experience. I work with individuals who encounter various mental health and life challenges. My approach is eclectic, playful, and trauma informed. I am inspired by peoples stories and the moments that lead us toward embracing our authentic selves. I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA2S communities. I am also available to supporting friends and families who may be experiencing difficulty in their relationships with those in the LGBTQIA2S communities.
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With an approach that is eclectic and holistic, Lori utilizes strategies from different disciplines based on the client's circumstances and needs. Lori provides safe and trusting relationships for her clients thus enabling people to experience a freer sense of self. Issues addressed include: addictions, anger, anxiety, childhood issues, depression,eating disorders, family issues, stress etc
With an approach that is eclectic and holistic, Lori utilizes strategies from different disciplines based on the client's circumstances and needs. Lori provides safe and trusting relationships for her clients thus enabling people to experience a freer sense of self. Issues addressed include: addictions, anger, anxiety, childhood issues, depression,eating disorders, family issues, stress etc
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Holly Raymond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7M
Hello! Onward and upward is my mantra both professionally and personally. I have been privileged to support clients in working through obstacles and transforming their lives for over 22 years. My focus is on helping clients identify what is important to them, and move towards a more rich and meaningful life. An essential part of this process is understanding what is getting in the way of change, and developing the skills to move forward. I provide a safe space where one can observe their thoughts and emotions, without judgment. Don't let doubt or fear stand in your way, you are worth the effort.
Hello! Onward and upward is my mantra both professionally and personally. I have been privileged to support clients in working through obstacles and transforming their lives for over 22 years. My focus is on helping clients identify what is important to them, and move towards a more rich and meaningful life. An essential part of this process is understanding what is getting in the way of change, and developing the skills to move forward. I provide a safe space where one can observe their thoughts and emotions, without judgment. Don't let doubt or fear stand in your way, you are worth the effort.
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Brookhaven Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7M
Are you struggling to find your happiness? Are you struggling with racing thoughts, never-ending stress, or low mood that is impacting your ability to engage in life? Are relationships unfulfilling and strained? Are you finally ready to find your inner strength and take control over your emotions and behaviours? We are so excited to help.
Are you struggling to find your happiness? Are you struggling with racing thoughts, never-ending stress, or low mood that is impacting your ability to engage in life? Are relationships unfulfilling and strained? Are you finally ready to find your inner strength and take control over your emotions and behaviours? We are so excited to help.
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Specialize in helping those with any form of mental health Illness and we work with anyone who is seeking a quality of life that is happy and positive. We will put the effort into anyone who is in need.
Specialize in helping those with any form of mental health Illness and we work with anyone who is seeking a quality of life that is happy and positive. We will put the effort into anyone who is in need.
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Rattray Counselling Services Inc.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7S
Are you in need of couples therapy? Is infidelity, communication, trauma, unresolved conflict, or unmet needs affecting your life and relationships? Then let us talk in a safe environment how to de-escalate emotions, manage conflict constructively, enhance romance and intimacy, or attain an amicable solution. Or, are you in need of individual therapy? Is loneliness, anger, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, stress, grief/loss or other mental health issues getting in the way of your happiness? You can learn how to manage stress, regulate your emotions, channel your energy in a positive way, and have better relationships.
Are you in need of couples therapy? Is infidelity, communication, trauma, unresolved conflict, or unmet needs affecting your life and relationships? Then let us talk in a safe environment how to de-escalate emotions, manage conflict constructively, enhance romance and intimacy, or attain an amicable solution. Or, are you in need of individual therapy? Is loneliness, anger, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, stress, grief/loss or other mental health issues getting in the way of your happiness? You can learn how to manage stress, regulate your emotions, channel your energy in a positive way, and have better relationships.
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Timothy Gordon
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7T
I am collaborative, empathetic, understanding, and hopeful in my work with clients. I am interested in learning about new people and clients often comment that this shows. I am also an award winning author having authored five books on modern CBT, specifically ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).
I am collaborative, empathetic, understanding, and hopeful in my work with clients. I am interested in learning about new people and clients often comment that this shows. I am also an award winning author having authored five books on modern CBT, specifically ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).
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Engaging in psychotherapy is a brave step towards reconciling with one's past, making amends with others, and finding peace with oneself. It's a unique relationship that lays the foundation for healing all other relationships. Psychotherapy, in its core, is a spiritual journey—a pilgrimage into the self. Just as a pilgrim walks from temple to temple, seeking enlightenment, an individual's therapeutic journey may involve multiple therapists. I might be your current one, but perhaps not your first nor your last. Each leg of this journey, with each therapist, requires courage and a faith that transformation is attainable.
Engaging in psychotherapy is a brave step towards reconciling with one's past, making amends with others, and finding peace with oneself. It's a unique relationship that lays the foundation for healing all other relationships. Psychotherapy, in its core, is a spiritual journey—a pilgrimage into the self. Just as a pilgrim walks from temple to temple, seeking enlightenment, an individual's therapeutic journey may involve multiple therapists. I might be your current one, but perhaps not your first nor your last. Each leg of this journey, with each therapist, requires courage and a faith that transformation is attainable.
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Connie Marangwanda
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7R (Online Only)
Experience in working with women, children, men, couples, families and agencies, I have certificates from U of T in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Concurrent Disorders as well as training in EMDR, CBT, mindfulness/meditation, ACT, IFS, solution focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, emotion focused, narrative therapy, experiential therapies and addiction treatment to name a few. My approaches are trauma informed. I am able to offer thorough assessments and treatment that aim to heal deeply rooted emotional and behavioural patterns that might be keeping you stuck.
Experience in working with women, children, men, couples, families and agencies, I have certificates from U of T in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Concurrent Disorders as well as training in EMDR, CBT, mindfulness/meditation, ACT, IFS, solution focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, emotion focused, narrative therapy, experiential therapies and addiction treatment to name a few. My approaches are trauma informed. I am able to offer thorough assessments and treatment that aim to heal deeply rooted emotional and behavioural patterns that might be keeping you stuck.
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Stephen Douglas
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RCC, RP
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7S (Online Only)
Are you are looking to gain insight about your recurring problems in relationship, wondering how to resolve conflict and co-empower rather than compete with loved ones? Do you feel stuck within recurring patterns leading back to to unresolved anger, discouragement, or worry? For over thirty years I have been helping individuals who have emotional or relationship blocks that may lead to relationship break-up, depression, anxiety, chronic anger, or addiction. In addition to individual sessions, I also support assist couples and families, validating each family members' need and helping facilitate communication without blame.
Are you are looking to gain insight about your recurring problems in relationship, wondering how to resolve conflict and co-empower rather than compete with loved ones? Do you feel stuck within recurring patterns leading back to to unresolved anger, discouragement, or worry? For over thirty years I have been helping individuals who have emotional or relationship blocks that may lead to relationship break-up, depression, anxiety, chronic anger, or addiction. In addition to individual sessions, I also support assist couples and families, validating each family members' need and helping facilitate communication without blame.
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Are you feeling unsatisfied with your connection to your partner? Are you frustrated because you know that you are stuck in a pattern of interaction, but don't know how to change it? Are you happy with your sexual relationship? Our intimate, partner relationships are often among the most important in our lives. When we feel emotionally and physically connected to our partners, we feel at peace and happy. But for a variety of reasons, our intimate relationships can become challenged, leading to feeling emotionally disconnected and adrift from our significant other(s), causing difficulties with communication and relationship satisfaction.
Are you feeling unsatisfied with your connection to your partner? Are you frustrated because you know that you are stuck in a pattern of interaction, but don't know how to change it? Are you happy with your sexual relationship? Our intimate, partner relationships are often among the most important in our lives. When we feel emotionally and physically connected to our partners, we feel at peace and happy. But for a variety of reasons, our intimate relationships can become challenged, leading to feeling emotionally disconnected and adrift from our significant other(s), causing difficulties with communication and relationship satisfaction.
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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.