Counselling
Porn/Sex Addiction
In Farmington Hills, Michigan
“People are not addicted to alcohol, drugs or behaviors, they are addicted to escaping reality.”
– Anonymous.
Are you UNABLE TO STOP your self-destructive sexual behavior?
Have you told yourself YOU WILL STOP watching porn from TOMORROW & that TOMORROW NEVER COMES no matter how hard you try?
Like an alcoholic is unable to stop drinking; a sexual addict or a porn addict is UNABLE TO STOP THEIR SELF-DESTRUCTIVE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR
At Thrive Beyond Trauma Counseling
we are a team of CSAT/CMAT therapists
that have received SPECIALIZED TRAINING in sexual
&
MULTIPLE ADDICTION
We can help you DEFINE & ACHIENVE HEALTHY GOALS
THROUGH assessments, individual counseling, recovery start kit based off on DR. PATRICK CARNS 30 TASK RECOVERY MODEL & group therapy you can BREAK FREE FROM ADDICTIVE PATTERNS & work towards healthy & sober living.
Reach Out Today!
Are you dealing with Compulsive Sexual Behaviors
that have Disrupted your Daily Life
& placed a heavy emotional Burden on your Relationships,
your family, & your Work.
If you’re struggling with Compulsive Behavior,
know that you’re not alone.
& it doesn’t matter what kind of work you do,
whether it’s manual labor or a high-level executive role.
Often, your Story may Include a History of Childhood Trauma
whether Sexual, Physical, or Emotional Abuse that left Deep Scars.
Or maybe you Grew up in a home where Addiction
was already part of the environment,
such as Alcoholism, Drug use, Gambling, or Struggles with Food.
If you’re facing more than one Addiction, & Sexual Compulsiveness feels like the hardest one to confront, you’re not alone.
It can be incredibly Painful to Face,
but there is Real Hope for Healing.
Many have walked this difficult path & turned lives of turmoil
& self-doubt into ones filled with self-care, confidence, & inner peace.
It’s okay to REACH OUT FOR HELP
Healing is Possible,
&
Support is out there for you.
When it comes to sexual behavior, it has shifted over time.
It’s no longer about counting how many times
you have sex or masturbate in a day.
What truly matters is how these Behaviors are
Affecting You, Your Well-Being & Your Quality of Life.
You might be 21 & masturbate or have sex
several times a day & on its own, that might not be a problem.
It becomes more concerning if you start noticing that
these behaviors are causing harm or disrupting your life.
Maybe you’ve taken risks,
like having unprotected sex with anonymous partners,
or pushed your body beyond its limits to the point of injury.
Maybe you’ve missed school or work
or you’ve started to see your behavior interfering
with relationships, responsibilities or your peace of mind.
If you’ve kept going despite painful consequences
like losing a job, facing legal trouble,
or dealing with broken connections.
Healing is Possible
Reach Out Today!
Answer the Questions below truthfully
1. Is sex is taking over your life? Do you catch yourself constantly watching pornography or looking for casual sex partners? Has these behaviors taken up more and more of your time and is negatively impacting your life, your relationships, and your sense of control?
2. Do you find yourself lying about the sexual activities you’ve engaged in? Have you gone to great lengths to hide your behavior from your spouse or partner, even when you know it could put their health at risk?
3. Do you find yourself engaging in compulsive sexual behaviors that you struggle to consistently control?
4. Has it broken down trust and caused real pain for the people you care about most? Has the compulsive behavior deeply affected the most intimate parts of your relationship?
5. Has your life become to feel unmanageable? Do you find yourself thinking that you could accomplish so much more if you had your desires under control?
6. Are you using sex as a way to cope with problems in your life only to end up feeling worse afterwards? Do you find yourself constantly needing more variety or intensity in your sexual experiences just to feel satisfied? Has your sense of self-worth become tied to whether or not you can achieve that satisfaction, making it even harder to break the cycle?
FAQ
What kind of treatment model do we follow?
Treatment for sexual addiction usually starts with an assessment to determine whether it is truly addiction or not.
If addiction is identified, the next step is learning practical tools and strategies to stop the compulsive behaviors and maintain sobriety.
Once sobriety is established, treatment shifts to understanding the root causes, whether from the past or present, that may be fueling the addiction.
Finally, the focus turns to healing and rebuilding relationships, both with yourself and with your partner/family system.
We utilize research-based assessment tools and the 30-task model treatment methodology to deliver an unprecedented approach to addiction recovery for trauma, sexual addiction, and co-occurring addictions and have been trained and certified by recognized leaders and experts within the field of sex addiction and multiple addiction and recovery.
What are some of the types of sexually compulsive behaviors?
Some sexually compulsive behaviors include but are not limited to:
- Pornography
- Cybersex (internet porn, chat rooms, and other adult websites)
- Compulsive masturbation
- Affairs or multiple partners
- Professional boundary violations
- Exhibitionism
- Voyeurism
- Paying for sex
- Strip clubs
What are some of the categories of Problematic Sexual Behavior?
- Sexual behavior that repeatedly conflicts with a person’s commitments
- Sexual behavior that repeatedly conflicts with a person’s values
- Sexual behavior that repeatedly conflicts with a person’s self-control
- Sexual behavior that repeatedly conflicts with a person’s consequences
- Sexual behavior that repeatedly conflicts with a person’s responsibility
What is the role of Thrive Beyond Trauma Counseling in helping you heal?
We help you reflect on your sexual behavior, understand its impact on your life, and recognize how it may be conflicting with your core values. Together, we explore the harmful consequences of these actions and work to move past denial.
You’ll come to see that sexual addiction is often an intimacy disorder, which requires healing through relationships. This includes relational support, crisis education, therapy for both you and your partner, and developing empathy. Through guidance, coaching, and practice, we help you build the hope, connection, and determination needed to heal and live a more fulfilling life.
At what point does this become more than just a habit?
There are 20 categories of sexual behaviors, with 164 specific behaviors identified as potential problem areas for those struggling with sex addiction. Just like with substance use, not every person experiences the same behaviors or consequences and not all behaviors mean you’re addicted. Still, some can become addictive over time if left unchecked.
To recognize if a behavior might be a problem for you, ask yourself:
- Is it hurting me?
- Do I feel like I need to do it?
- Is it harming someone else—physically, emotionally, or financially?
Being honest with yourself about these questions can help you see whether a behavior is negatively impacting your life or relationships.
If you answered yes to any of these questions, it is recommended you explore this with an IITAP-trained professional.
“You become so close with your addictions & illnesses that leaving them behind is like killing the part of yourself that taught you how to survive.”