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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 Salem, the suburbs of Salem, other nearby places such as Tigard, Lake Oswego, or anywhere else in Oregon, 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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I use a variety of evidence-based modalities (EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, CPT, Sensorimotor & IFS) to treat a range of mental health conditions. My treatment ranges in scope from stress management to the processing of severe trauma.

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Together we will work to understand what happened to you and the deep impact it has caused. We will work to find healing, to no longer feel the burdens of past hurts and experiences. To no longer feel tethered to the pain, but rather find freedom.

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Substance use, anxiety, depression, changing careers, interpersonal conflict with others, racial disparities, discuss how traumas affect our emotional health and how cope with daily life stressors.

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I have 8 years of experience working in a variety of settings and serving a diverse population of clients. My training is depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and life transitions. My approach includes CBT and motivational interviewing.

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If you are committed to your relationship we'll build a connection where you'll live authentically, honoring one other, and rekindling the parts that drew you to your partner. If you're on the brink of separating, we'll discern the best path forward.


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If you are committed to your relationship we'll build a connection where you'll live authentically, honoring one other, and rekindling the parts that drew you to your partner. If you're on the brink of separating, we'll discern the best path forward.

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You will find understanding & knowledge of your interactional patterns. We'll explore what is and is not working in your relationship and discover what you each want for your future.

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