What is Sex Addiction Therapy?

Sex Addiction therapy aims to help clients:

• Understand the underlying causes of their addictive behaviors.
• Develop healthy coping mechanisms to manage triggers and cravings.
• Rebuild and maintain healthy relationships with partners, family, and friends.
• Improve emotional regulation and self-control.
• Address co-occurring mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
• Achieve a balanced and fulfilling life free from addictive behaviors.

Common behaviours and signs of a possible sex addiction include:

• Intense, recurrent sexual fantasies, urges, or behaviors that feel uncontrollable.
• Engaging in sexual activities as a primary coping mechanism for stress or negative emotions.
• Spending excessive amounts of time on sexual activities, impacting daily responsibilities.
• Experiencing negative consequences, such as relationship problems, job loss, or legal issues, due to sexual behavior.
• Feeling guilt, shame, or distress about sexual behavior but being unable to stop.
• Repeated unsuccessful attempts to reduce or control sexual activities.

1. Comprehensive Support: Through individual therapy, group sessions, and family counseling, clients receive holistic support tailored to their unique needs.
2. Skill Development: Clients learn essential skills to manage triggers, cope with stress, and navigate daily challenges without resorting to addictive behaviors.
3. Improved Mental Health: Therapy addresses co-occurring mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression, that often accompany sex addiction.
4. Enhanced Relationships: Clients work on rebuilding trust and improving communication within their personal relationships.
5. Long-Term Recovery: The focus on developing sustainable strategies and a strong support network helps ensure lasting recovery.
6. Increased Self-Awareness: Therapy helps clients gain a deeper understanding of their behaviors and the factors contributing to their addiction.

• Individual Therapy

  In individual therapy sessions, you’ll work one-on-one with a licensed sex addiction therapist. These sessions typically occur once a week and focus on addressing personal challenges and applying therapeutic techniques to manage your addiction. The therapist will help you set goals, monitor your progress, and provide personalized strategies to overcome obstacles.

• Group Therapy

  Sex addiction group therapy provides a supportive environment where individuals can share their experiences and learn from others facing similar challenges. Group members offer mutual support and encouragement, which can be incredibly valuable in the recovery process.

• Phone Coaching

  Phone coaching is available to provide support between sessions. If you encounter a challenging situation or need immediate guidance, you can call your therapist for brief, targeted coaching. This service helps reinforce the skills learned in therapy and ensures you have the support needed to navigate difficult moments.

• Homework Assignments

  To reinforce the skills learned in therapy, you’ll be given homework assignments. These assignments are practical exercises that encourage you to apply therapeutic techniques in real-life situations. Completing homework helps solidify your understanding and ability to use these skills effectively.