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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 Whittier, the suburbs of Whittier, other nearby places such as La Habra, Montebello, 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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Work to resolve sexual issues, explore gender identity, improve intimacy and communication, overcome sexual stigma and shame, process sexual trauma, and gain education about healthy sexuality. You deserve to live a sexually fulfilling life!

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I utilize a strengths-based, person-centered eclectic approach. I will meet you where you are at and provide tools that are tailored to meet your individual needs. I offer various sex therapy interventions and psychoeducation to improve your sex life

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Take a trauma-informed look at what is at the root of your difficulty coming into your full expression and power as a woman, and address it at the root with a holistic blend of powerful, transformative approaches that work with the body & unconscious

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I like to take a thorough assessment at the beginning of our work that includes a look at your lifestyle and your creative and erotic wellness. From there I blend Jungian dreamwork, highly somatic and IFS-informed EMDR and Shamanic Energy Medicine.

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