sex & porn addiction

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A sex addict may feel that their sexual activity feels “out of control” and they feel compelled to seek out and engage in this sexual behavior even when it has caused problems within their personal, social and work lives. 

Examples of Sex Addiction:

• Compulsive masturbation
• Compulsive use of pornography
• Having multiple, ongoing affairs
• Exhibitionism
• Fetishes
• Dangerous sexual practices
• Visiting sex workers
• Anonymous sex
• Voyeurism
• Telephone sex
• Chat room/online sex
• Illegal sexual practices

For some people, these examples may be a lifestyle choice. This does not define addiction. The difference between the addict and the non-addict is that these behaviours feel out of control.

If you’re unsure whether you are a sex addict, you can assess yourself on the ATSAC website.

How does therapy help?

Working with a trained and qualified professional, can be extremely effective for most people. The therapists at Reflections Therapy Centre can support you to understand about addiction and learn about any underlying issues in your life. Our therapists have gone through ATSAC recognised training and have the knowledge to respectfully create a bespoke treatment programme, to promote changes enable you to take back control of your life and stop acting out.

Support for partners

Many partners of sex addicts will also need support and counselling. The discovery can leave someone feeling shocked, outraged, betrayed and hopeless. Sex addiction can have a huge impact on the couple relationship, where loss of trust can lead to difficult decisions as to whether to leave or remain. Individual therapy can enable you to cope and heal.