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Many people become addicted to sex as a way to cope with stress, low self-esteem, and even trauma. When this happens, sex becomes an unhealthy coping mechanism that can actually get in the way of healing.

Do you feel a constant craving for sex is negatively affecting your life and relationships? If so, seeking sex addiction treatment is a logical next step to take. A sex counselor can help you discover the causes of your addiction so that you can set limits and improve your life.

Whether you are located in downtown Alameda, the suburbs of Alameda, other nearby places such as Berkeley, San Leandro, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You Should Consider Sex Addiction Treatment

Here are some signs that you may have a sex addiction and should consider therapy:

  • You have repeated affairs.
  • You feel you must continually push the envelope in order to be satisfied sexually.
  • You feel disgusted after you engage in sexual behavior.
  • You turn to sex or masturbation as the primary way to cope with stress.
  • You get in trouble with the law because of risky sexual behavior.
  • You hire prostitutes to satisfy your frequent sexual appetite.

To learn more, read licensed therapist Victoria Haag’s article about sex addiction and how to tell if therapy is right for you.

Beat Sex Addiction with the Help of a Sex Counselor

A sex counselor can help you understand your behavior, the origins of your addiction, and what you need to do to stop it. They can also hold you accountable to make the changes you say you want.

If you’re ready for a change, reaching out for counseling is an excellent option. Mental Health Match can help by matching you with a sex therapist near you. Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Face toxic shame and pain, and learn to nurture, affirm and set limits for yourself. We will practice regulation skills, learn how to be vulnerable, and develop skills for intimacy.


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Face toxic shame and pain, and learn to nurture, affirm and set limits for yourself. We will practice regulation skills, learn how to be vulnerable, and develop skills for intimacy.

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You and I work collaboratively to identify issues, develop self-compassion, get to know your inner resources and leverage them to create the change you want.

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Help you discover who you are as a holistic being. Whether that's in realms like sexuality and gender or self-esteem, relationships, or career. We will explore your parts and bring them together to strengthen you are a whole.

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I practice Eclectic Therapy. I don't believe in one-size therapy so I tend to tailor my approach to what works best for each client. Some of the theories I use are: Relational, Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Attachment, and Psychodynamic.

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address your addictive behaviors, and any other concerns, by improving your relationship with yourself and others, building insight into your unique history, integrating therapeutic tools, and deepening your mind-body connection.

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I use a harm reduction approach to understanding and treating substance use and other compulsive behaviors. This approach explores a number of contributing factors, such as co-occurring mental illnesses, family relationships, and medical problems.

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By exploring the past, we best understand the present. We'll utilize your inner strengths and resources combined with various clinical theories, psychoeducation, and evidence-based interventions to identify and meet your goals.

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I am an interactive therapist who enjoys engaging directly with clients. I draw from a variety of theories and clinical modalities to provide an integrative approach to treatment that is targeted to meet the unique needs of each person I assist.

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Suss out whatever it is causing all those issues. You do not have to lug all that unnecessary emotional weight around much longer, we can find new ways of setting it down and move on with your life.


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Suss out whatever it is causing all those issues. You do not have to lug all that unnecessary emotional weight around much longer, we can find new ways of setting it down and move on with your life.

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Expect unconventional methods, especially if you have been in therapy before. You may be pleasantly surprised by the way change happens.

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  • Domestic Violence
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  • Sex Offenders
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