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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 Stamford, the suburbs of Stamford, other nearby places such as Mount Vernon, Norwalk, or anywhere else in Connecticut, 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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We will partner together to better understand behaviors and underlying patterns. Working with the right therapist to assist you in overcoming stressors affecting your life is so important, let's see if we are a good fit.

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With a holistic and psychodynamic approach, I combine principles of DBT, Family Systems Theory, and mindfulness strategies.

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CRYSTAL ROSS
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Explore all challenges ranging from anxiety, depression, identify struggles, to questions or concerns of one’s sex life/sexuality and lead toward becoming the healthy and healed you, you see yourself becoming.


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Explore all challenges ranging from anxiety, depression, identify struggles, to questions or concerns of one’s sex life/sexuality and lead toward becoming the healthy and healed you, you see yourself becoming.

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My openness and compassion to a wide range of difficulties, struggles, trauma, and uncontrollable moods and behaviors for all who open themselves to me.

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Dr. Amanda Mead
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Evaluate what led you to the present, explore themes from your past, learn about patterns in your life you'd like to change, better understand relationships you have and how you'd like to improve them, help heal from past trauma to be your best self

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I can help you to uncover what's under the surface, accept you for who you are, foster hope. and help you heal from your past while managing the present. I have empathy for others and bring warmth and understanding to sessions.

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James Foley
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Together we will correct the thoughts, interpretations, views, and conclusions that had you risk what you care about in order to get experiences you definitely did not need while telling yourself you were managing risks while actually risking it all


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Together we will correct the thoughts, interpretations, views, and conclusions that had you risk what you care about in order to get experiences you definitely did not need while telling yourself you were managing risks while actually risking it all

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Working with me is knowing you have found a empathetic, knowledgeable, focused, educated, and experienced two decades plus specialist who will help you protect the life you have from further misbehavior of yours and rebuild what you can.

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Daphne Elliott
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My goal is to help you explore the core limiting beliefs formed by trauma, change those negative thought patterns that cause anxiety, and help you align with your most authentic self.


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My goal is to help you explore the core limiting beliefs formed by trauma, change those negative thought patterns that cause anxiety, and help you align with your most authentic self.

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A safe space is what I want to cultivate for all clients. I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Therapy and Emotional Freedom Technique.

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  • Substance Use
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