If you're finding it difficult to control certain sexual behaviours — even when they’re causing distress, damaging relationships, or affecting your mental health — you’re not alone. 

Sex addiction is real, and it’s more common than many people realise. The good news is: recovery is possible, and support is available. 

What Is Sex Addiction? 

Sex addiction, or compulsive sexual behaviour, isn’t about enjoying sex or having a high libido. It’s about feeling out of control — engaging in sexual behaviours that conflict with your values or goals, and feeling powerless to stop. 

This might include: 

• Compulsive use of pornography 

• Risky or anonymous sexual encounters 

• Repeated infidelity or serial affairs 

• Obsessive sexual thoughts or urges 

• Feeling stuck in a cycle of guilt, secrecy, and relapse 

For many, sex becomes a way to escape emotional pain — but it can end up creating even more. One of the most painful aspects of sex addiction is the shame that surrounds it. 

Many people feel isolated, embarrassed, or even “broken.” But sex addiction isn’t a moral issue — it’s often a coping strategy for deeper emotional wounds, trauma, or mental health challenges. 

Therapy provides a safe, confidential space to explore those underlying patterns and begin the journey toward lasting recovery. 

 

Why Does This Keep Happening? 

You may have asked yourself, “Why do I keep doing this, even when I don’t want to?” 

Sex addiction is often linked to: 

• The simple ‘always on’ availability of the internet 

• Childhood trauma  

• Unresolved stress, anxiety, or depression 

• Early exposure to pornography or sexual experiences 

• Underlying conditions  

• Feelings of loneliness, guilt, or low self-worth 

The behaviour may have started as a form of escape or comfort, but over time, it becomes compulsive — and difficult to stop without help. 

 

What Does Recovery Look Like? 

Healing from sex addiction isn’t about suppressing desire. It’s about developing self-awareness, emotional balance, and healthy intimacy. 

In counselling, we’ll work together to: 

• Identify and heal the root causes of your behaviour 

• Break the cycle of acting out and shame 

• Develop better emotional coping skills 

• Rebuild trust in yourself and others 

• Set boundaries that support your goals and relationships 

Whether this is your first time reaching out, or you've tried before, recovery is possible — and you're not alone. 

 

You Don’t Have to Stay Stuck 

If you’re struggling with sex addiction or compulsive sexual behaviour, you deserve support — without judgment, pressure, or shame. 

Therapy offers a chance to better understand yourself, rebuild your confidence, and begin living more fully and authentically. 

I offer confidential, compassionate therapy for individuals seeking help with sex addiction, trauma, and intimacy issues. 

Click here to Book a free 15-minute consultation. 

You’ve already taken the first step by being here.