Sexual Addiction Therapists in San Antonio, TX
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I believe in working with you to best meet your goals and needs based on where you are. I work with adolescents, age 16 and up and adults. Please check out our website at www.innovarecoverycenter.com to learn more. We are eager to partner with you on your journey to healing! We also offer speciality programs in the following areas: abuse/trauma/PTSD; sexual addiction.
I believe in working with you to best meet your goals and needs based on where you are. I work with adolescents, age 16 and up and adults. Please check out our website at www.innovarecoverycenter.com to learn more. We are eager to partner with you on your journey to healing! We also offer speciality programs in the following areas: abuse/trauma/PTSD; sexual addiction.
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Sherri Lambiase
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CCSRRS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78258
I'm a specialist in sexual addiction as well as betrayal trauma for spouses.
God values your family unit and so do I. Unfortunately in today's stressful world disharmony results. If you are willing, together we can work on healing and restoration. Depression, anxiety, sexual addiction, and relationship issues are problems I frequently see. Through Biblical counseling I strive to help you see yourself as Christ sees you. You are unique, precious and deeply loved by God. As a Christian, I strive to treat the whole person: body, soul, & spirit. For this, we've created a calming, peaceful environment for relaxation therapy. As a LPC-S and nurse, I specialize with medical issues like cancer, infertility, depression & anxiety.
I'm a specialist in sexual addiction as well as betrayal trauma for spouses.
God values your family unit and so do I. Unfortunately in today's stressful world disharmony results. If you are willing, together we can work on healing and restoration. Depression, anxiety, sexual addiction, and relationship issues are problems I frequently see. Through Biblical counseling I strive to help you see yourself as Christ sees you. You are unique, precious and deeply loved by God. As a Christian, I strive to treat the whole person: body, soul, & spirit. For this, we've created a calming, peaceful environment for relaxation therapy. As a LPC-S and nurse, I specialize with medical issues like cancer, infertility, depression & anxiety.
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Kiara Ninos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78224 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Kiara Ninos, LPC, CSAT-C, CCPS-C. My focus is working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual addiction and life transitions. I offer a collaborative, safe, and respectful environment where conversations unfold at their own pace. It is important that a person trusts the therapist who they work with and is able to discuss their problems openly. I am a licensed professional counselor who is licensed in Colorado, Texas and New Mexico.
Hello, my name is Kiara Ninos, LPC, CSAT-C, CCPS-C. My focus is working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual addiction and life transitions. I offer a collaborative, safe, and respectful environment where conversations unfold at their own pace. It is important that a person trusts the therapist who they work with and is able to discuss their problems openly. I am a licensed professional counselor who is licensed in Colorado, Texas and New Mexico.
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Frank Quinones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78240 (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I have helped individuals sort through hectic times. If you need someone to talk to with and empathetic ear, then feel free to reach out. I am now accepting 1 hour appointment requests for Monday-Friday 8:30am-9:30am CST. Outside of this hour, I offer evening hours after 8:30pm cst for clients in Texas and New Jersey. I have an additional focus on Men's Issues related to Infidelity, sexual dysfunction, and sex/porn addiction. I also focus on gambling addiction and provide a safe space to work through these issues.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I have helped individuals sort through hectic times. If you need someone to talk to with and empathetic ear, then feel free to reach out. I am now accepting 1 hour appointment requests for Monday-Friday 8:30am-9:30am CST. Outside of this hour, I offer evening hours after 8:30pm cst for clients in Texas and New Jersey. I have an additional focus on Men's Issues related to Infidelity, sexual dysfunction, and sex/porn addiction. I also focus on gambling addiction and provide a safe space to work through these issues.
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Cheryl Camarillo Helps Rebuild Relationships
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78213
“Is this relationship ending or can it be repaired?” You need a fighting chance. Affairs and sex addiction consultations upon request. When betrayal trauma happens, it’s important that you find somebody trained or experienced in supporting you through this. Women’s groups help the trauma and relationship. Men’s groups address the addiction and how to help their partner. Day 1 of finding out about infidelity, porn addiction, or sex addiction is commonly called "D" day - or discovery day. My personal story and professional experience can help. Support and guidance are the key for crisis. Next is stabilization, reconnecting.
“Is this relationship ending or can it be repaired?” You need a fighting chance. Affairs and sex addiction consultations upon request. When betrayal trauma happens, it’s important that you find somebody trained or experienced in supporting you through this. Women’s groups help the trauma and relationship. Men’s groups address the addiction and how to help their partner. Day 1 of finding out about infidelity, porn addiction, or sex addiction is commonly called "D" day - or discovery day. My personal story and professional experience can help. Support and guidance are the key for crisis. Next is stabilization, reconnecting.
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Mónica Rodríguez Delgado
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCPT-S, CPRT-S, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78222
Sometimes life can get pretty tricky and have us feeling stuck, unsure, and discouraged. However, I believe that we all have an innate capacity to grow, to heal, and to develop into our full potential. The therapeutic journey involves taking courageous steps in order to move forward, gain self-acceptance, and reconnect with your capacity towards growth. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, thus my goal in counseling is to provide you with safe and nonjudgmental environment where you feel free to explore these aspects of our life.
Sometimes life can get pretty tricky and have us feeling stuck, unsure, and discouraged. However, I believe that we all have an innate capacity to grow, to heal, and to develop into our full potential. The therapeutic journey involves taking courageous steps in order to move forward, gain self-acceptance, and reconnect with your capacity towards growth. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, thus my goal in counseling is to provide you with safe and nonjudgmental environment where you feel free to explore these aspects of our life.
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Karen Gulde
Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, MA, CCPS
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209
Waitlist for new clients
I believe a solid counseling relationship must grow out of authentic connection. I will laugh with you, I will cry with you, and most importantly, I will listen. I am inspired by each of my clients; I consider our time together to be a sacred space. As my client, I believe you have the strength within to make positive and constructive choices. I also know it takes courage to seek counseling. We will work collaboratively to develop goals for our time together. This is your time, your safe space to process difficult feelings, explore conflicting thoughts, and find new meaning.
I believe a solid counseling relationship must grow out of authentic connection. I will laugh with you, I will cry with you, and most importantly, I will listen. I am inspired by each of my clients; I consider our time together to be a sacred space. As my client, I believe you have the strength within to make positive and constructive choices. I also know it takes courage to seek counseling. We will work collaboratively to develop goals for our time together. This is your time, your safe space to process difficult feelings, explore conflicting thoughts, and find new meaning.
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Ron Gravis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, EMDR, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78258
Online therapy is central in my practice. It is effective, convenient and greatly appreciated by my clients. Scheduling sessions works well with almost everyone's calendar. I focus on/value your needs first. As we check-in together, connection, trust and comfort create an honest space for you to share and grow. I approach therapy as a dynamic partnership - where proven technique and deep relational connection yield cognitive, emotional and spiritual integration. Honing technique to fit client needs + personalized connectivity yields clarity and growth. Moving through the process, we target and work toward this result...together.
Online therapy is central in my practice. It is effective, convenient and greatly appreciated by my clients. Scheduling sessions works well with almost everyone's calendar. I focus on/value your needs first. As we check-in together, connection, trust and comfort create an honest space for you to share and grow. I approach therapy as a dynamic partnership - where proven technique and deep relational connection yield cognitive, emotional and spiritual integration. Honing technique to fit client needs + personalized connectivity yields clarity and growth. Moving through the process, we target and work toward this result...together.
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Dr. Monte Miller - Christian Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
22 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78209 (Online Only)
Infidelity, porn addiction, other sexual issues (performance anxiety, depression, anxiety) can be devastating to you and your family. I know all the steps needed to rebuild trust and intimacy, some that others miss. Have repaired many marriages. Am a full psychologist & sex therapist. No shaming, judging. I offer direct & tough, but compassionate, Biblically-based Christian care. I also deal with general relationship problems. I work with Performance Anxiety, & PTSD Abuse/Trauma recovery. Have both my Masters & Doctoral degrees. I use CBT. No psychobabble BS. 20 yrs of experience.
Infidelity, porn addiction, other sexual issues (performance anxiety, depression, anxiety) can be devastating to you and your family. I know all the steps needed to rebuild trust and intimacy, some that others miss. Have repaired many marriages. Am a full psychologist & sex therapist. No shaming, judging. I offer direct & tough, but compassionate, Biblically-based Christian care. I also deal with general relationship problems. I work with Performance Anxiety, & PTSD Abuse/Trauma recovery. Have both my Masters & Doctoral degrees. I use CBT. No psychobabble BS. 20 yrs of experience.
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Northside Family Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78258
No insurance? Limited income? No problem. Counselors at NFCC believe that Jesus Changes Everything. While therapists are trained to encourage and motivate change, we realize that this happens best with Christian counseling. When both the therapist and client work together under the guidance of the Holy Spirit through Biblical-based counseling, you can experience real and lasting transformation. God's love pouring through the counselor offers hope and empathy in a shame and guilt free environment making it safe to practice vulnerability and transparency, which is a giant step toward recovery. Come share your emotional burdens.
No insurance? Limited income? No problem. Counselors at NFCC believe that Jesus Changes Everything. While therapists are trained to encourage and motivate change, we realize that this happens best with Christian counseling. When both the therapist and client work together under the guidance of the Holy Spirit through Biblical-based counseling, you can experience real and lasting transformation. God's love pouring through the counselor offers hope and empathy in a shame and guilt free environment making it safe to practice vulnerability and transparency, which is a giant step toward recovery. Come share your emotional burdens.
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Secrets Hurt Relationships... Start Healing With Cheryl Camarillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, AASECT, CSAT, BCIA
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78213
Are you afraid your relationship is over? Struggling with secrets and relationship issues? What you need is a plan to.... change and heal. Are you seeking a non-judgement zone? Learn to stop the shame, blame, guilt and anger. End confusion over what to do and start working on a plan. Have a clear understanding of the problem and plan the best options for moving forward. Certified Sex Therapist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist: Trained professional in sex therapy, infidelity, sex and porn addiction.
Are you afraid your relationship is over? Struggling with secrets and relationship issues? What you need is a plan to.... change and heal. Are you seeking a non-judgement zone? Learn to stop the shame, blame, guilt and anger. End confusion over what to do and start working on a plan. Have a clear understanding of the problem and plan the best options for moving forward. Certified Sex Therapist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist: Trained professional in sex therapy, infidelity, sex and porn addiction.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MD, MA, LPC , CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78209
Sex addiction is cunning and baffling. It asserts itself into every other life issue. It cuts relationships deeply and oftentimes completely. But there is help for those who seek solutions. I will walk with you as you work toward gaining sobriety in this addiction. I can offer my time, objective information, and energizing hope to you individually and to your relationship partner.
Sex addiction is cunning and baffling. It asserts itself into every other life issue. It cuts relationships deeply and oftentimes completely. But there is help for those who seek solutions. I will walk with you as you work toward gaining sobriety in this addiction. I can offer my time, objective information, and energizing hope to you individually and to your relationship partner.
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Clifton N. Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78258
Waitlist for new clients
Are your relationships suffering? Is your sexual behavior out of control? Are you spending way too much time on the internet? Are you concerned about your drinking or drug use? If the answer is yes, I can help you. My clinical experience focuses on addiction, trauma, childhood abuse issues, mood disorders, relationship issues, codependency, and unresolved grief and loss. Over the past nine years, I have worked with individuals, couples and families in creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment. Together, we can begin the journey to a healthier, happier you, with stronger relationships and positive, lasting change.
Are your relationships suffering? Is your sexual behavior out of control? Are you spending way too much time on the internet? Are you concerned about your drinking or drug use? If the answer is yes, I can help you. My clinical experience focuses on addiction, trauma, childhood abuse issues, mood disorders, relationship issues, codependency, and unresolved grief and loss. Over the past nine years, I have worked with individuals, couples and families in creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment. Together, we can begin the journey to a healthier, happier you, with stronger relationships and positive, lasting change.
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If anything is true, it's that life can be overwhelming. It is easy to get trapped in thought, unanswered questions, and compromising behaviors. We expect that relief will come with a change in circumstance or the ability to control our environment. But, when change does not occur we lose hope. Ongoing frustration and stress can give way to anxiety, depression, and even addiction. Our beliefs can be twisted out of shape by unresolved conflicts, damaged childhoods, poor communication, lack of responsiveness and a poor spiritual condition. If unaddressed these problems affect our relationships and an overall sense of contentment.
If anything is true, it's that life can be overwhelming. It is easy to get trapped in thought, unanswered questions, and compromising behaviors. We expect that relief will come with a change in circumstance or the ability to control our environment. But, when change does not occur we lose hope. Ongoing frustration and stress can give way to anxiety, depression, and even addiction. Our beliefs can be twisted out of shape by unresolved conflicts, damaged childhoods, poor communication, lack of responsiveness and a poor spiritual condition. If unaddressed these problems affect our relationships and an overall sense of contentment.
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Turning Point Therapeutic Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LSOTP
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78258
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, helpless or is your life out of control in some way? Have you experienced depression, anxiety, addictions, or traumas that affect your ability to sustain relationships? Do you seek a safe, supportive place in which to explore your feelings, thoughts in order to turn your life in a new direction? For 23 years, I have helped people understand and change their behavior and motivations using primarily a cognitive (thinking based) behavior therapy approach which examines harmful thinking that supports negative feelings, and behavior patterns, so that you become equipped to change and grow.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, helpless or is your life out of control in some way? Have you experienced depression, anxiety, addictions, or traumas that affect your ability to sustain relationships? Do you seek a safe, supportive place in which to explore your feelings, thoughts in order to turn your life in a new direction? For 23 years, I have helped people understand and change their behavior and motivations using primarily a cognitive (thinking based) behavior therapy approach which examines harmful thinking that supports negative feelings, and behavior patterns, so that you become equipped to change and grow.
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As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box” for many years. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box” for many years. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another
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Scott Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, PCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257 (Online Only)
Being a man is hard enough. Then, trying to open up to someone and work on your struggles while getting in touch with your emotions and feelings. Talk about a challenge. Not to mention the feeling in the back of your mind that a female therapist is judging you. I get the struggle. As men, we have been conditioned and groomed to be a certain way. It's not that we aren't enough or that we are the enemy. We haven't been shown how to address what's going on in our body and mind. My services are for those wanting a nonjudgmental approach while also being held accountable on their path to an evolving self.
Being a man is hard enough. Then, trying to open up to someone and work on your struggles while getting in touch with your emotions and feelings. Talk about a challenge. Not to mention the feeling in the back of your mind that a female therapist is judging you. I get the struggle. As men, we have been conditioned and groomed to be a certain way. It's not that we aren't enough or that we are the enemy. We haven't been shown how to address what's going on in our body and mind. My services are for those wanting a nonjudgmental approach while also being held accountable on their path to an evolving self.
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Thuydy Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78201 (Online Only)
Are you limited by not knowing your true self or do you have troubles communicating with others? Do you question your role in a relationship, or have you thought: “How can I openly communicate with my partner about my needs, wants, and desires?” Finding and understanding the “true you” while relating to others is a difficult process to do alone. As relationship and a certified sex therapist, I specialize in treating relationship and sexual issues, helping individuals and couples navigate these challenges. Together, therapy can help you develop resiliency and new tools to connect with yourself and others.
Are you limited by not knowing your true self or do you have troubles communicating with others? Do you question your role in a relationship, or have you thought: “How can I openly communicate with my partner about my needs, wants, and desires?” Finding and understanding the “true you” while relating to others is a difficult process to do alone. As relationship and a certified sex therapist, I specialize in treating relationship and sexual issues, helping individuals and couples navigate these challenges. Together, therapy can help you develop resiliency and new tools to connect with yourself and others.
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Trauma, abuse, self esteem issues, substance use, part of a military family, tired of fighting anxiety or burned our from trauma. I have lived through all of that. They want relief from fighting internal battles, they want to be able to feel without hurting, they want to feel like themselves but may not even know their own identity outside of the chaos.
Trauma, abuse, self esteem issues, substance use, part of a military family, tired of fighting anxiety or burned our from trauma. I have lived through all of that. They want relief from fighting internal battles, they want to be able to feel without hurting, they want to feel like themselves but may not even know their own identity outside of the chaos.
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You wake up every day feeling like you’re living a lie. You are always super careful with what you say or do to make sure you’re not judged or treated differently by others. Maybe you even catch yourself wishing you were “normal” and hating who you are. It can be very confusing trying to navigate our world as a gay man. You often feel on edge and exhausted trying to fit in with the norm of what our society says a man should be! It can be confusing trying to make sense of all the different parts that make up who are, such as gender, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity and religious beliefs.
You wake up every day feeling like you’re living a lie. You are always super careful with what you say or do to make sure you’re not judged or treated differently by others. Maybe you even catch yourself wishing you were “normal” and hating who you are. It can be very confusing trying to navigate our world as a gay man. You often feel on edge and exhausted trying to fit in with the norm of what our society says a man should be! It can be confusing trying to make sense of all the different parts that make up who are, such as gender, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity and religious beliefs.
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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.