Intrusive Thoughts: Courage, Compassion, and the Power of Sharing- Could you have Pure OCD?
As a counsellor, I have the privilege of walking alongside individuals as they navigate some of the darkest and most misunderstood parts of their inner world. One such experience that I have witnesses, is a rise in clients tormented by intrusive thoughts involving harm towards others, sometimes of a sexual nature. Not much is known about […]
“Porn Is the Norm — So Why Did I Feel So Broken?” A Story from a 25-Year-Old Recovering Porn Addict.
I used to tell myself it wasn’t a problem. Everyone I knew watched porn. My mates talked about it like it was as normal as brushing your teeth. "It’s just what people do,” they’d say, laughing. And I laughed too. I told myself I was just like everyone else. But behind the scenes, my relationship […]
You’re Not Alone: Healing from Shame and Sexual Addiction
If you're struggling with compulsive sexual behaviours or pornography use, chances are you’ve felt alone, overwhelmed, confused, and ashamed at times. You might ask yourself, Do I have a problem? Why can’t I stop? or What’s wrong with me? The types of pornography you watch might be changing or escalating, leaving you feeling concerned as […]