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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.

Wherever you are located in Tennessee from Bartlett to Smyrna or even Hendersonville, or anywhere else nearby, 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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Carrie Bock
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get to the root of an issue, not just focusing on talking about symptoms. I am a Christian, and incorporate faith into counseling at client's request. I also host a podcast, Hope for Anxiety and OCD.


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get to the root of an issue, not just focusing on talking about symptoms. I am a Christian, and incorporate faith into counseling at client's request. I also host a podcast, Hope for Anxiety and OCD.

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I specialize in helping clients with trauma, anxiety, and OCD get to a deeper level of healing by tapping into the nervous system through EMDR therapy. I provide intensive therapy to clients who haven't received the help they need from talk therapy.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Harm OCD
  • Health Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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  • Sexual Abuse
  • Trauma
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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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We will tackle the challenging issues you bring in. Whether we are working with insomnia, anxiety, marriage issues, sexual concerns or some combination of these, we will work together to access your strengths and remove barriers to success.

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A good therapist's job is to hold up an accurate mirror. That means that we help our clients to see and access their skills and strengths they have, while not being afraid to point out the barriers to progress and health that they are facing.

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Identify what you value, what fulfills you, and what gives you a sense of purpose. From there, we will figure out what you can do to build the life (including the kind of relationships) you want.


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Identify what you value, what fulfills you, and what gives you a sense of purpose. From there, we will figure out what you can do to build the life (including the kind of relationships) you want.

Something to know about my approach is:

By helping you understand how you came to think, feel, and behave as you do now, we can cultivate self-acceptance, harness your strengths, develop effective coping skills, and help you live in a way that is congruent with your own values and goals.

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Brad Croyle
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We'll explore your past problems to find the source of what's keeping you stuck or unhappy. We will break unhealthy patterns and resolve underlying issues that keep you from living your best life. We will work to create the positive changes you want.


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Together, we will:

We'll explore your past problems to find the source of what's keeping you stuck or unhappy. We will break unhealthy patterns and resolve underlying issues that keep you from living your best life. We will work to create the positive changes you want.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is Holistic, Creative, and Trauma Focused. I work with clients to create a balance of the mind, body, and soul to improve mental health and feel whole again. We work together to resolve any issues from the past and I am like a guide.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Betrayal Trauma
  • Codependency
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Complicated Grief
  • Depression
  • Emotional Intimacy
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