Sexual Addiction Therapists in Rowlett, TX

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Emily Mayhew
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rowlett, TX 75088
If you’re seeking freedom and healing from wounds that keep you from enjoying an abundant life, are in need of relationship repair, desire to grow your Christian walk, or need someone to help you find and reach your purpose, I can help! My desire is to facilitate hope and healing to each of my clients as they navigate through life's challenges. I base my work on a strong Biblical foundation and work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and couples sessions.
If you’re seeking freedom and healing from wounds that keep you from enjoying an abundant life, are in need of relationship repair, desire to grow your Christian walk, or need someone to help you find and reach your purpose, I can help! My desire is to facilitate hope and healing to each of my clients as they navigate through life's challenges. I base my work on a strong Biblical foundation and work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and couples sessions.
(469) 301-2985 View (469) 301-2985
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Justin Blackburn
LPC Associate, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rowlett, TX 75089
LPC Associate under the supervision of Dr. Brandi Smith LPC-S. Do you feel you are different from your family or others around you? Are you not feeling like yourself, have feelings of being overwhelmed or confused about who you are or what to do? You are here because you know you need help. Together we can work to get you back to feeling like a new you. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in science and a minor in criminal justice from Stephen F. Austin State University. I have previous experience in education and law enforcement. My Master’s degree is in clinical counseling from SMU with a focus on marriage and family.
LPC Associate under the supervision of Dr. Brandi Smith LPC-S. Do you feel you are different from your family or others around you? Are you not feeling like yourself, have feelings of being overwhelmed or confused about who you are or what to do? You are here because you know you need help. Together we can work to get you back to feeling like a new you. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in science and a minor in criminal justice from Stephen F. Austin State University. I have previous experience in education and law enforcement. My Master’s degree is in clinical counseling from SMU with a focus on marriage and family.
(469) 658-7594 View (469) 658-7594
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ADULTs & COUPLEs @ Embrace New Life
Licensed Professional Counselor, DSW, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rowlett, TX 75088
🅐🅒🅒🅔🅟🅣🅘🅝🅖 New Adult & Couple Clients! We are 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 & 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 with 𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 15 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒅 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆. We treat individuals & couples for anxiety, stress, depression, anger, fear, substance abuse, family relational conflict, postpartum, self-esteem, and more. Therapy at 𝙀𝙢𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝓝𝓮𝔀 𝓛𝓲𝓯𝓮 is a collaborative process that starts with providing you skills from our first session together. We help you 𝑚𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑚𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑠 in your life & 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑔 𝑜𝑛 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ𝑦 𝑔𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑. ➳ #𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 ✞
🅐🅒🅒🅔🅟🅣🅘🅝🅖 New Adult & Couple Clients! We are 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 & 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬 with 𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 15 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒅 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆. We treat individuals & couples for anxiety, stress, depression, anger, fear, substance abuse, family relational conflict, postpartum, self-esteem, and more. Therapy at 𝙀𝙢𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝓝𝓮𝔀 𝓛𝓲𝓯𝓮 is a collaborative process that starts with providing you skills from our first session together. We help you 𝑚𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑚𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑠 in your life & 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑔 𝑜𝑛 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ𝑦 𝑔𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑. ➳ #𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 ✞
(469) 273-1765 View (469) 273-1765
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Elevate Counseling Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rowlett, TX 75088
Elevate is accepting NEW clients! Realizing you could use help does not make you broken, it makes you human. The perfect candidate for counseling realizes that if they could have fixed a problem on their own, they would have done it by now. They realize that they could benefit from having a professional listen and help them better tell and re-frame their story. This person believes they are committed to make needed change to become the best version of themselves. A person who most benefits from counseling is there because they want to be and they fully buy-in to the process. Start simply and simply start by reaching out today!
Elevate is accepting NEW clients! Realizing you could use help does not make you broken, it makes you human. The perfect candidate for counseling realizes that if they could have fixed a problem on their own, they would have done it by now. They realize that they could benefit from having a professional listen and help them better tell and re-frame their story. This person believes they are committed to make needed change to become the best version of themselves. A person who most benefits from counseling is there because they want to be and they fully buy-in to the process. Start simply and simply start by reaching out today!
(214) 271-4417 View (214) 271-4417
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Andrew Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rowlett, TX 75089
Andrew is accepting clients! Simply realizing you could use help does not make you broken, it makes you human. A person who can benefit from counseling realizes that if they could have fixed a problem on their own, they would have done it by now. They realize that they could benefit from having a professional listen and help them better tell and re-frame their story. This person believes that they are committed to make needed change to become the best version of themselves. A person who benefits from counseling is there because they want to be and they fully buy-in to the process. Start simply and simply start by reaching out now!
Andrew is accepting clients! Simply realizing you could use help does not make you broken, it makes you human. A person who can benefit from counseling realizes that if they could have fixed a problem on their own, they would have done it by now. They realize that they could benefit from having a professional listen and help them better tell and re-frame their story. This person believes that they are committed to make needed change to become the best version of themselves. A person who benefits from counseling is there because they want to be and they fully buy-in to the process. Start simply and simply start by reaching out now!
(469) 393-7036 View (469) 393-7036
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Becoming More Counseling, Coaching, & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rowlett, TX 75089
I live in Rockwall, TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
I live in Rockwall, TX. Clients who are struggling but wanting to not only heal, but also grow have the potential for being extremely powerful people. We have all gone through difficult times, experiencing anxiety, fear, depression, and hopelessness. However, if we have healed, we look back and see those times as hard, but some of the most powerful in our lives. Hearts can become strong, marriages can be healed and become euphoric, and our families can become strong, powerful, and beautiful. If you have a Christian background, I can help you become stronger in your faith. Executive Coaching available.
(254) 505-3241 View (254) 505-3241

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Douglas Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75041
I have 28 years experience with Sexual Addiction, Marriage Counseling, EMDR, PTSD, Betrayal Trauma Recovery as well as Depression, Anxiety and Anger. I have worked with addicts struggling with pornography, affairs, lust and all other integrity issues for the last 28 years as well as on my own recovery journey. I know recovery from a personal perspective. I help clients understand their own wounds, shame cycles and patterns of unhealthy behaviors, while offering encouragement, hope, and practical solutions. I also help partners who have been betrayed by sexually compulsive behaviors through full disclosure and reconciliation.
I have 28 years experience with Sexual Addiction, Marriage Counseling, EMDR, PTSD, Betrayal Trauma Recovery as well as Depression, Anxiety and Anger. I have worked with addicts struggling with pornography, affairs, lust and all other integrity issues for the last 28 years as well as on my own recovery journey. I know recovery from a personal perspective. I help clients understand their own wounds, shame cycles and patterns of unhealthy behaviors, while offering encouragement, hope, and practical solutions. I also help partners who have been betrayed by sexually compulsive behaviors through full disclosure and reconciliation.
(214) 717-6582 View (214) 717-6582
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Chuck Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75238
Or maybe you're struggling with a sexual addiction that you've tried hard to quit yet you continue to fail.
Life and relationships often bring pain and when we feel pain we often react in ways that create more pain for us. Sometimes for others, too. I am a trauma-informed counselor. I will help you figure out your pain cycle. We’ll work together to create a response that will bring peace instead.
Or maybe you're struggling with a sexual addiction that you've tried hard to quit yet you continue to fail.
Life and relationships often bring pain and when we feel pain we often react in ways that create more pain for us. Sometimes for others, too. I am a trauma-informed counselor. I will help you figure out your pain cycle. We’ll work together to create a response that will bring peace instead.
(469) 478-2111 View (469) 478-2111
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Jeremy D. Hogg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT-C, EMDR
Verified Verified
Heath, TX 75032  (Online Only)
I have extensive Certified Sexual Addiction training through IITAP as well as EMDR training through EMDRIA to help decrease or alleviate symptoms of trauma and PTSD with advanced trainings specific to addictions.
The constant fear and anxiety you feel about being found out. You feel alone and helpless to stop even though you’re acting against your values. This isn’t what you wanted for your life. Now you could lose everything you’ve ever worked for. The good news is there's HOPE...hope for you to live with the integrity you want and hope for healing your broken relationships. It IS possible to learn new ways of living and having healthy relationships. Getting help is a BIG step. I specialize in working with Sex/ Pornography addiction, multiple affairs, partners and the resulting trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
I have extensive Certified Sexual Addiction training through IITAP as well as EMDR training through EMDRIA to help decrease or alleviate symptoms of trauma and PTSD with advanced trainings specific to addictions.
The constant fear and anxiety you feel about being found out. You feel alone and helpless to stop even though you’re acting against your values. This isn’t what you wanted for your life. Now you could lose everything you’ve ever worked for. The good news is there's HOPE...hope for you to live with the integrity you want and hope for healing your broken relationships. It IS possible to learn new ways of living and having healthy relationships. Getting help is a BIG step. I specialize in working with Sex/ Pornography addiction, multiple affairs, partners and the resulting trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
(469) 281-7361 View (469) 281-7361
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Kris White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, LSOTP
Verified Verified
Garland, TX 75041
Intimacy is often impeded by an inability to know your self or to see yourself accurately. Often we loose that sense of self in relationships which then promotes agitation and depression. We then take on addictive behaviors to avoid feeling reality. Difficulties in childhood often does not equip us with the skills of boundaries which is the only thing that helps to maintain a sense of who we are while remaining connected in a relationship. I can help you develop the skills of being relational and still be you.
Intimacy is often impeded by an inability to know your self or to see yourself accurately. Often we loose that sense of self in relationships which then promotes agitation and depression. We then take on addictive behaviors to avoid feeling reality. Difficulties in childhood often does not equip us with the skills of boundaries which is the only thing that helps to maintain a sense of who we are while remaining connected in a relationship. I can help you develop the skills of being relational and still be you.
(972) 916-9190 View (972) 916-9190
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Ruth Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SRT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garland, TX 75043
I enjoy working with clients who have reached a place in their lives where they're looking for a better quality of life and need to address those issues that may be interfering with that goal. My goal is to walk along side you on this journey. We will work together through the ups and downs until we reach that place you've wanted to be.
I enjoy working with clients who have reached a place in their lives where they're looking for a better quality of life and need to address those issues that may be interfering with that goal. My goal is to walk along side you on this journey. We will work together through the ups and downs until we reach that place you've wanted to be.
(817) 380-1403 View (817) 380-1403
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Sandra Khalil
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sachse, TX 75048
Waitlist for new clients
Unsatisfying sex leaves us feeling inadequate, unloved, and disconnected. You may be fed up with sex feeling like a chore rather than fun and pleasure-filled, feeling like your relationship (with yourself or a partner) has gone stagnant or feeling disappointed, sad, and lonely. You might be wondering how it even got this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to reconnect with yourself and your partner. You’re ready to have pleasure-filled and fun sex. Most of all, you’re ready to embody your authentic sexual self.
Unsatisfying sex leaves us feeling inadequate, unloved, and disconnected. You may be fed up with sex feeling like a chore rather than fun and pleasure-filled, feeling like your relationship (with yourself or a partner) has gone stagnant or feeling disappointed, sad, and lonely. You might be wondering how it even got this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to reconnect with yourself and your partner. You’re ready to have pleasure-filled and fun sex. Most of all, you’re ready to embody your authentic sexual self.
(972) 364-4978 View (972) 364-4978
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Eric Tooley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT, CCPS, IAT, CCBRT-C
Verified Verified
Richardson, TX 75081
I help clients struggling with sexual issues and how those affect their relationships. Pornography use, affairs, emotional affairs, and online affairs can have a devastating effect on our primary relationship. How do you stop the behavior that is doing the damage? How can you repair the damage that has been done? Is the relationship salvageable at all? I can help. If you are not in a primary relationship, I can show you how the above behaviors may be keeping you from the successful intimate relationship that you desire.
I help clients struggling with sexual issues and how those affect their relationships. Pornography use, affairs, emotional affairs, and online affairs can have a devastating effect on our primary relationship. How do you stop the behavior that is doing the damage? How can you repair the damage that has been done? Is the relationship salvageable at all? I can help. If you are not in a primary relationship, I can show you how the above behaviors may be keeping you from the successful intimate relationship that you desire.
(972) 433-5585 View (972) 433-5585
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Frederick L Theobald
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CSAT, EMDR, IMAGO
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75238
I am offering telehealth sessions using internet and telephone options! I believe that you are endowed with the power and energy to overcome any obstacle in life but sometimes, when overwhelmed with life's challenges, you lose contact with your own power. I can help you regain balance in life and regain forward momentum to living the life you are destined to live. I am particularly interested in working with yindividuals and couples struggling with life transitions, those who are walking through loss, and those struggling with addictions and/or substance abuse.
I am offering telehealth sessions using internet and telephone options! I believe that you are endowed with the power and energy to overcome any obstacle in life but sometimes, when overwhelmed with life's challenges, you lose contact with your own power. I can help you regain balance in life and regain forward momentum to living the life you are destined to live. I am particularly interested in working with yindividuals and couples struggling with life transitions, those who are walking through loss, and those struggling with addictions and/or substance abuse.
(214) 960-2478 View (214) 960-2478
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Greg Stehman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75087
Accepting new clients.....Work with individuals and couples who are seeking help to work through anxiety, depression, anger management, infidelity, addictions, and communication/relationship issues.
Accepting new clients.....Work with individuals and couples who are seeking help to work through anxiety, depression, anger management, infidelity, addictions, and communication/relationship issues.
(469) 213-8681 View (469) 213-8681
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Collins Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75238
Telehealth sessions available in all of Texas and in Washington and In-office sessions in Dallas, TX. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in counseling children, adolescents, and adult who have been victims of crime. I also assist with divorce issues, issues related to parental use of drugs and alcohol, and I offer parental guidance. With adults and adolescents, I also offer counseling on addiction, depression, anxiety, divorce, and mental health. I work with military and thier families and work with first responders.
Telehealth sessions available in all of Texas and in Washington and In-office sessions in Dallas, TX. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in counseling children, adolescents, and adult who have been victims of crime. I also assist with divorce issues, issues related to parental use of drugs and alcohol, and I offer parental guidance. With adults and adolescents, I also offer counseling on addiction, depression, anxiety, divorce, and mental health. I work with military and thier families and work with first responders.
(214) 499-9405 View (214) 499-9405
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Alexa Marrach
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75238
I have extensive experience working with people coping with different types of issues ranging from mild adjustment difficulties to chronic and severe psychosis. I have worked with clients in various treatment settings, including out-patient clinics, a university counseling center, a partial hospitalization program, nursing homes, psychiatric in-patient treatment, residential substance abuse treatment programs, and private practice. My areas of specialization include relationship issues, loss / grief, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and post-partum adjustment. In addition, I treat both individuals and couples.
I have extensive experience working with people coping with different types of issues ranging from mild adjustment difficulties to chronic and severe psychosis. I have worked with clients in various treatment settings, including out-patient clinics, a university counseling center, a partial hospitalization program, nursing homes, psychiatric in-patient treatment, residential substance abuse treatment programs, and private practice. My areas of specialization include relationship issues, loss / grief, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and post-partum adjustment. In addition, I treat both individuals and couples.
(214) 519-8641 View (214) 519-8641
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Jeremy Cassius
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75081
I treat clients that have general mental health issues. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who need help with depression, anxiety, career, anger, and loss. I partner with attorneys and the court system to perform assessments for legal proceedings. I work with personal injury attorneys, family attorneys, and criminal attorneys. I partner with immigration attorneys to perform mental health assessments for clients seeking "extreme psychological hardship", alylum, U-Visa, or VAWA waiver.
I treat clients that have general mental health issues. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who need help with depression, anxiety, career, anger, and loss. I partner with attorneys and the court system to perform assessments for legal proceedings. I work with personal injury attorneys, family attorneys, and criminal attorneys. I partner with immigration attorneys to perform mental health assessments for clients seeking "extreme psychological hardship", alylum, U-Visa, or VAWA waiver.
(214) 516-7435 View (214) 516-7435
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Forrest J Macfarlane
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richardson, TX 75081
Whether it is relationship problems, depression, anxiety, or changes in unhealthy behaviors such as addiction, I help clients find balance and regain control in their life. My approach utilizes traditional cognitive behavioral methods to achieve balance in mind, body and spirit, and encourages them to engage in a healthy supportive community. It is my belief that this whole person approach is a key factor in achieving real and sustainable change and relief from emotional distress. If you’re ready to make a change, I am ready to work with you.
Whether it is relationship problems, depression, anxiety, or changes in unhealthy behaviors such as addiction, I help clients find balance and regain control in their life. My approach utilizes traditional cognitive behavioral methods to achieve balance in mind, body and spirit, and encourages them to engage in a healthy supportive community. It is my belief that this whole person approach is a key factor in achieving real and sustainable change and relief from emotional distress. If you’re ready to make a change, I am ready to work with you.
(214) 937-9819 View (214) 937-9819
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James P. Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, LCDC, EMDR, I-ADC
Verified Verified
Sachse, TX 75048
Facing the decision to seek help for a substance use disorder (SUD) can be one of the most fearful places a person visits. My passion is helping individuals/families walk through this dark period. During my 10+ years of clinical practice, I have helped numerous individuals/families achieve their goal of sobriety and recovery. Through my experience, I quickly develop rapport, provide support and compassion, and assist individuals/families to understand root causes that lead to substance misuse. Please reach out if you're thinking you need help! I diligently work to see any/all clients who reach out, in-person or via telehealth.
Facing the decision to seek help for a substance use disorder (SUD) can be one of the most fearful places a person visits. My passion is helping individuals/families walk through this dark period. During my 10+ years of clinical practice, I have helped numerous individuals/families achieve their goal of sobriety and recovery. Through my experience, I quickly develop rapport, provide support and compassion, and assist individuals/families to understand root causes that lead to substance misuse. Please reach out if you're thinking you need help! I diligently work to see any/all clients who reach out, in-person or via telehealth.
(972) 544-4846 View (972) 544-4846

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Sexual Addiction Therapists

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 behavior.

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 behaviors and develop strategies to manage their desires. Therapy may be supplemented by medications, such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, anti-androgens, and the alcohol and substance use medication Naltrexone, as well as support groups, such as 12-step programs.

How long does therapy take for sex addiction?

Recovering from compulsive behavior 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 behavior 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 behaviors that feel uncontrollable.