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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 Washington DC, Anacostia, Ballston, Bluemont, or even Brentwood, 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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Explore your maps for navigating emotions, stress, relational conflict or missed needs, emotional intimacy, boundaries, and repair. I can help you go back for exiled parts, old wounds, or unresolved pain, supporting you to process and unburden.

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I work to help you get to the roots of your individual and relational struggles. I can help you make sense of how life and relationships have shaped you, specifically what these have taught you about your worth, needs, and patterns of connection.

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Explore hope in healing. Together we will go on a journey to unpack your concerns and find strategies to get relief from the problems you are currently facing. We will collaborate on fostering growth and healing.

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I am a collaborative therapist who believes that any relationship is built on trust and communication. You are the expert of your life and together we can work to explore and build on those strengths. I am passionate about hope in healing.

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work on you becoming the best version of yourself and if you will allow me to build a relationship with YOU, together we can get you to that place where you can feel happy and whole again! Empowering you is my goal.

Something to know about my approach is:

I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with most of my clients. I also use Solution Focused Brief Therapy as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Some other non-traditional approaches I use include meditation, guided imagery, gratitude.

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Together, we will work toward the rediscovery of YOU-whether that be identifying barriers (past and present) which hinder growth or working to regain your presence in your personal story. Together we will work toward growth and development.

Something to know about my approach is:

To describe my approach is to use the adage, "meeting the individual where they are". I would further describe this as one, "willing to walk through the process with you". Focus will always involve identifying and removing barriers to functioning.

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Explore if there is any ambivalence about change, then work on the changes you want to see in your life, career, and/or relationships at a pace that feels safe to your nervous system.

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I approach my work with integrity and respect for my clients. I also hold them compassionately accountable and expect that they should be working harder than anyone else for their own healing.

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