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Find Sex Addiction Therapists & Counselors in Galveston, TX.

 

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 Galveston, the suburbs of Galveston, other nearby places such as Baytown, Friendswood, or anywhere else in Texas, 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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Develop a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship as our foundation. I support clients to connect with themselves, their emotions, and body sensations. You'll learn to regulate your nervous system, honor your parts, and have healthier relationships.

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As an IFS therapist, I believe that even the parts of ourselves we want to change most have served us at some point. I help clients explore their parts, gain somatic awareness, release shame, and increase emotional and nervous system regulation.

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I come from a Person-Centered approach, meaning that I view the client as the expert on their own experiences. I prefer to let the client guide the session. I might have things to say here and there, but I start out by listening intently.

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My goal is to help you achieve optimal mental health, increased vitality, and emotional well-being. Together, we will identify what shapes you, and your emotional patterns, and help you live by the values that are meaningful to you.

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My approach begins with the understanding that I am an advocate for the values of self-determination and autonomy. It is because I have great respect for the dignity and worth of all people that I am able to come alongside you on this journey.

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collaborate to address your goals in counseling which may include sensitive areas such as neurodiversity, religious concerns, sexual & gender identities, unwanted sexual behaviors, complex family relationships, or general mental health concerns.

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I specialize in offering short-term care designed to provide you with the skills, insights, and resources needed to begin making meaningful changes now instead of after months or years of therapy in a safe supportive therapeutic relationship.

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