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Sex Addiction Recovery

Sex Addiction Recovery is Possible

Every day thousands of people living with sex addiction or love addiction make full recoveries.
The Brain has a feature called Plasticity. This means it is capable of rewiring itself. This takes time but it is possible.
Hope is your new ally. Do not give in to despair. Do not give in to the fear you feel inside.
Take a chance. You have suffered long enough already. There are trained specialists who can help you and your partner rediscover the love you once felt.

If you are single, treatment will provide you with new opportunities to have loving relationships with others.
Treatment consists of four main stages:

  1. Assessment
  2. Sex Addiction Recovery Mapping
  3. Group or Couple Therapy
  4. Review and Analysis

Each stage will explained on your first visit. But we realize that the shock you are feeling may blur your senses so we try to go very slowly, at a pace that makes sense to you.
We do not use a 12 step program.

We only use the most successful psychological strategies available instead. We do not insist on you having a Higher Power, this is a matter of personal choice but is not part of our treatment methods.
We firmly believe that with time, your own personal resources and effective specialist care, that anyone can fully recover from their illness and live the lives they were born to live.
We work with the Survivors of the Addiction, the family or partners and we also work with Teenagers affected by Porn Addiction. So, if you think that you, or your child may have issues with Pornography or sex / Love addiction please call us today on 01-4982242.

Specialist Support for Partners

David also provides specialist support for partners of sex addicts, including:

Betrayal trauma support
Emotional stabilisation
Boundary-setting
Understanding addiction dynamics
Individual sessions

For confidential enquiries:
📱 Text David on WhatsApp: 086 898 9086

10 Questions to Help Identify If You Have a Porn or Sex Addiction

In today’s digital age, access to pornography and sexual content is easier than ever before. While exploring one’s sexuality is a natural and healthy part of life, for some individuals, it can escalate into problematic behaviors indicative of porn or sex addiction. Recognizing the signs of addiction is the first step toward seeking help and reclaiming control over one’s life. Here are ten questions to help someone assess whether they may be struggling with porn or sex addiction:

  1. Do you find yourself spending increasing amounts of time consuming pornography or engaging in sexual activities, to the point where it interferes with your daily responsibilities and relationships?
  2. Have you made unsuccessful attempts to cut back or control your consumption of pornography or sexual behaviors, only to find yourself returning to them compulsively?
  3. Do you experience feelings of guilt, shame, or remorse after engaging in pornography or sexual activities, yet find yourself unable to stop despite these negative emotions?
  4. Have you noticed a tolerance to sexual stimuli, leading you to seek out more extreme or novel forms of pornography or sexual experiences to achieve the same level of arousal?
  5. Do you find yourself preoccupied with thoughts of pornography or sexual activities, constantly planning or fantasizing about your next encounter?

6. Have you experienced adverse consequences as a result of your pornography or sexual behaviors, such as relationship conflicts, legal issues, or negative impacts on your physical or mental health?

7. Do you use pornography or sexual activities as a coping mechanism to escape from stress, boredom, loneliness, or other unpleasant emotions?

8. Have you neglected important aspects of your life, such as work, school, or personal hygiene, in favor of engaging in pornography or sexual behaviors?

9. Do you experience withdrawal symptoms when attempting to abstain from pornography or sexual activities, such as irritability, anxiety, or depression?

10. Have your pornography or sexual behaviors caused distress or concern among your loved ones, friends, or healthcare professionals?

If you find yourself answering “yes” to several of these questions, it may indicate that you are struggling with a porn or sex addiction. It’s essential to remember that addiction is a complex and multifaceted issue, and seeking professional help is often necessary to address underlying psychological, emotional, and behavioral factors contributing to the addiction.

Recovery from porn or sex addiction is possible with the right support and resources. Therapy, support groups, and specialized treatment programs tailored to addressing sexual addiction can provide individuals with the tools and strategies they need to overcome their addiction and rebuild a healthy relationship with sexuality.

Remember, you are not alone, and there is hope for recovery. Taking the first step toward acknowledging the problem and seeking help is a courageous act that can lead to profound transformation and healing.