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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 Newark, the suburbs of Newark, other nearby places such as Fremont, Hayward, 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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Kristy Long
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Learn grounding skills, be curious about our needs and wants, identify authenticity, core beliefs, art and movement work, utilize spirituality or connection to highest self, remain goal-oriented, heal and grow!

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I utilize my Somatic training to use the body to work in the present, past, and sometimes future. It is a wonderful way to be whole and feel authentic. I like to emphasize Identity outside of our social obligations as well as connection.

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Help you feel more connected to your partner again. We'll uncover the root cause of your disconnection, reclaim sexual intimacy, resolve disagreements and inoculate your relationship against future issues.

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I help my clients uncover the root of the issue - this means we focus less on behaviors, and more on what's causing them. I'll let you guide our exploration while identifying key areas for us to go deeper as you're ready to investigate them.

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Together we can explore what is possible and what you can make possible, when pain isn’t running the show!

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I take a non-pathologizing, anti-oppressive, creative, and collaborative approach to therapy, grounded in narrative and somatic therapy training. I work in support of individuals and partners navigating pelvic, vulvovaginal, and/or sexual pain.

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I believe everyone has the power to heal. Healing is a dynamic and reachable experience that, with help, everyone can find.

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I take a person-centered, strength-based approach to therapy. In addition, I have a strong background in behavior modification. I also have a passion for helping people work through anxiety, stress, and fears by using a mindfulness cognitive behavior

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Annie Sankey
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We discuss you and your experiences. Therapy is about you and what has happened to you in your in your life. You set the goals of what you want to get out of this work. I do my best to bring in the clinical support to best meet those goals.


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We discuss you and your experiences. Therapy is about you and what has happened to you in your in your life. You set the goals of what you want to get out of this work. I do my best to bring in the clinical support to best meet those goals.

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I am trained in EMDR and am a Certified Clinician Trauma Professional but I work as an integrative therapist to ensure that you feel deeply understood and supported in a uniquely tailored journey towards reaching their therapeutic goals.

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