Sexual Addiction Counselling in Dursley

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Kate Goodlock
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
A qualified and experienced individual counsellor, I am currently in my specialist training as a couples / relationship therapist. Whilst completing my training, my fees are reduced. - I work with couples and partners seeking couples therapy, marriage counselling or relationship therapy in Stroud and online. You may feel stuck in repeated conflict, struggling to communicate, experiencing emotional distance, trust issues, or difficulties with intimacy and sex. I help you understand the patterns driving these challenges so you can relate differently, improve communication, rebuild connection and find a clearer way forward.
A qualified and experienced individual counsellor, I am currently in my specialist training as a couples / relationship therapist. Whilst completing my training, my fees are reduced. - I work with couples and partners seeking couples therapy, marriage counselling or relationship therapy in Stroud and online. You may feel stuck in repeated conflict, struggling to communicate, experiencing emotional distance, trust issues, or difficulties with intimacy and sex. I help you understand the patterns driving these challenges so you can relate differently, improve communication, rebuild connection and find a clearer way forward.
01453 701833 View 01453 701833
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Dave Fussell
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe the most important thing is to build a good relationship between counsellor and client, a relationship where you can feel secure, accepted, and heard. Through this relationship, awareness of how we feel  can be found and with that  a healthier way of managing our behaviours can be achieved.
I believe the most important thing is to build a good relationship between counsellor and client, a relationship where you can feel secure, accepted, and heard. Through this relationship, awareness of how we feel  can be found and with that  a healthier way of managing our behaviours can be achieved.
07768 095404 View 07768 095404

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Lauren Cook
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Online Only
I am a Registered and Chartered Forensic Psychologist; with over 12 years of experience working with individuals facing a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and sexual challenges. My work centres on providing a confidential, warm, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a supportive environment.
I am a Registered and Chartered Forensic Psychologist; with over 12 years of experience working with individuals facing a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and sexual challenges. My work centres on providing a confidential, warm, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a supportive environment.
020 4572 2422 View 020 4572 2422
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Gill Booth
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Leyland PR26
Hi, sex and relationship problems, working with couples and individuals is my main focus. I have trained as a general counsellor supporting people who suffer with difficulties relating to all lifes problems and challenges. I have also trained as a psychosexual therapist and at present I am continuing to study, researching the effects of online pornography on couples and the impact it has on their relationship. I believe that change is possible whatever challenges the journey involves. I work with a positive and optimistic out look, remaining non judgmental and empathic at all times. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile.
Hi, sex and relationship problems, working with couples and individuals is my main focus. I have trained as a general counsellor supporting people who suffer with difficulties relating to all lifes problems and challenges. I have also trained as a psychosexual therapist and at present I am continuing to study, researching the effects of online pornography on couples and the impact it has on their relationship. I believe that change is possible whatever challenges the journey involves. I work with a positive and optimistic out look, remaining non judgmental and empathic at all times. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile.
07401 247737 View 07401 247737
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Dr Eve da Silva
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
When we first meet, we will aim to get to know each other a little better to establish whether working with me feels like a good fit for you. I am committed to the continuous practice of developing cultural competence. This means that when you meet me, I will be interested in your background, and be open to honest conversations that help us build a safe, trusting relationship. My aim is to create an environment that allows you to share freely. I will explore with you in this session the information that seems most pertinent to the key changes you would hope to make in therapy.
When we first meet, we will aim to get to know each other a little better to establish whether working with me feels like a good fit for you. I am committed to the continuous practice of developing cultural competence. This means that when you meet me, I will be interested in your background, and be open to honest conversations that help us build a safe, trusting relationship. My aim is to create an environment that allows you to share freely. I will explore with you in this session the information that seems most pertinent to the key changes you would hope to make in therapy.
020 4572 9397 View 020 4572 9397
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Nathan Jones
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
I am currently completing my professional doctorate degree, specialising in the compulsive sexual behaviour disorder and sexual addiction.
Are you struggling with sexual urges or behaviours that feel out of control? Perhaps you’ve tried to stop but keep returning to patterns of secrecy, guilt or shame-affecting your relationships, confidence and wellbeing. You’re not alone, and recovery is possible. I specialise in sex addiction therapy and support for Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (CSBD), including porn addiction, infidelity and intimacy difficulties. My approach is compassionate, confidential and evidence-based, helping you understand what drives these behaviours and build tools for lasting change. After completing my own rehabilitation programme, I founded
I am currently completing my professional doctorate degree, specialising in the compulsive sexual behaviour disorder and sexual addiction.
Are you struggling with sexual urges or behaviours that feel out of control? Perhaps you’ve tried to stop but keep returning to patterns of secrecy, guilt or shame-affecting your relationships, confidence and wellbeing. You’re not alone, and recovery is possible. I specialise in sex addiction therapy and support for Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (CSBD), including porn addiction, infidelity and intimacy difficulties. My approach is compassionate, confidential and evidence-based, helping you understand what drives these behaviours and build tools for lasting change. After completing my own rehabilitation programme, I founded
020 8106 4749 View 020 8106 4749
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Chi Ko
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT Accred
1 Endorsed
Chi is a Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist, accredited by BACP and COSRT. He also works with people with sexual addictive behaviour and compulsivity. He has an excellent working knowledge on a range of psychiatric and mental health conditions.
Chi is a Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist, accredited by BACP and COSRT. He also works with people with sexual addictive behaviour and compulsivity. He has an excellent working knowledge on a range of psychiatric and mental health conditions.
0161 696 8319 View 0161 696 8319
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Kevin P Kennedy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Specialist fees: £60 General Therapy (grief, life problems) £70 Non-offending sexual behaviours £90 EMDR £65 Couples £80 Schema Therapy (for complex presentations where CBT has failed) Expert Court Reports can be provided within 10 days. Home visits are available for EMDR clients. Get in touch and I’ll do my best for you!
Specialist fees: £60 General Therapy (grief, life problems) £70 Non-offending sexual behaviours £90 EMDR £65 Couples £80 Schema Therapy (for complex presentations where CBT has failed) Expert Court Reports can be provided within 10 days. Home visits are available for EMDR clients. Get in touch and I’ll do my best for you!
0161 570 0463 View 0161 570 0463
Photo of Cornetta Williams Walker Msc Mbacp. Ap, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
I have also had the privilege of supporting individuals and families dealing with addiction, trauma, and life transitions, including divorce and separation, parental alienation, and bereavement. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing on a range of modalities such as cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness practices, and person-centered techniques to foster healing and growth. I also specialize in ADHD screening, offering non-drug approaches to manage symptoms, as well as sleep coaching to promote better rest and overall well-being. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can grow!
I have also had the privilege of supporting individuals and families dealing with addiction, trauma, and life transitions, including divorce and separation, parental alienation, and bereavement. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing on a range of modalities such as cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness practices, and person-centered techniques to foster healing and growth. I also specialize in ADHD screening, offering non-drug approaches to manage symptoms, as well as sleep coaching to promote better rest and overall well-being. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can grow!
07380 316330 View 07380 316330
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Hope and Success counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
76 Endorsed
Online Only
In my opinion a free consultation is a must so you can get a chance to discuss what’s going on for you and how counselling could help. It’s also a chance to get a feel if we are a good match with no obligation to continue. I would be glad to hear from you to see if I can help you. "What to expect? I have a flexible approach to our sessions, I offer brief intervention work for short term problems which may be a reaction to a life event. Longer term therapy for difficulties you may have been experiencing over a long period of time.
In my opinion a free consultation is a must so you can get a chance to discuss what’s going on for you and how counselling could help. It’s also a chance to get a feel if we are a good match with no obligation to continue. I would be glad to hear from you to see if I can help you. "What to expect? I have a flexible approach to our sessions, I offer brief intervention work for short term problems which may be a reaction to a life event. Longer term therapy for difficulties you may have been experiencing over a long period of time.
020 4634 8717 View 020 4634 8717
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Samantha Wilkins
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Chester CH2
Samantha brings a non-judgemental and open-minded approach to her practice, creating a safe space for individuals and couples to explore their sexual desires and preferences, including those that fall outside of the traditional norms. Samantha works with a range of sexual function issues and relationship problems, of which she has a deep understanding of empathy and acceptance. Samantha’s clients appreciate her warmth, understanding and her ability to integrate her diverse experiences into her therapeutic practice fostering a sense of safety and trust.
Samantha brings a non-judgemental and open-minded approach to her practice, creating a safe space for individuals and couples to explore their sexual desires and preferences, including those that fall outside of the traditional norms. Samantha works with a range of sexual function issues and relationship problems, of which she has a deep understanding of empathy and acceptance. Samantha’s clients appreciate her warmth, understanding and her ability to integrate her diverse experiences into her therapeutic practice fostering a sense of safety and trust.
01928 243257 View 01928 243257
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Kevin Sykes
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an experienced Relate trained Psychosexual Therapist and Relationship Psychotherapist and the Clinical Lead for Psychosexual Therapy throughout the Relate Penine and Calderdale regions but now based in Leeds City Centre. I have over 20 years of experience and more than 10,000 hours working alongside couples and individuals with sexual, emotional or relationship problems. I offer a judgement free practice using a cognitive therapeutic style tailored to meet your needs and help you reach your relationship goals.
I am an experienced Relate trained Psychosexual Therapist and Relationship Psychotherapist and the Clinical Lead for Psychosexual Therapy throughout the Relate Penine and Calderdale regions but now based in Leeds City Centre. I have over 20 years of experience and more than 10,000 hours working alongside couples and individuals with sexual, emotional or relationship problems. I offer a judgement free practice using a cognitive therapeutic style tailored to meet your needs and help you reach your relationship goals.
0113 487 2991 View 0113 487 2991
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Leon James - Men's Mind Shifting Coach
Counsellor, ACC Reg
Online Only
If you're dealing with porn, compulsive sex, or a relapse cycle you can't break, you're in the right place. The pattern keeps coming back because the root has never been touched. Willpower fights the behaviour. My work goes to the source. Six years working with men 1:1 on this. I've been through it myself and know what it takes to close it for good. The anxiety, the stress, the emptiness underneath. That is what drives it. Each session we work through your specific triggers using Mind Shifting, clearing what sits beneath each one before moving to the next. You leave each session feeling the difference, not hoping something shifted.
If you're dealing with porn, compulsive sex, or a relapse cycle you can't break, you're in the right place. The pattern keeps coming back because the root has never been touched. Willpower fights the behaviour. My work goes to the source. Six years working with men 1:1 on this. I've been through it myself and know what it takes to close it for good. The anxiety, the stress, the emptiness underneath. That is what drives it. Each session we work through your specific triggers using Mind Shifting, clearing what sits beneath each one before moving to the next. You leave each session feeling the difference, not hoping something shifted.
01785 904906 View 01785 904906
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Eva Nogales - EN - sex and relationship therapy
Counsellor, MSc, COSRT General
Online Only
I’m a psychosexual therapist specializing in relationships and sexual wellbeing. I meet people who feel stuck—wanting to understand themselves better, shift unhelpful patterns, and find direction in their sex lives or relationships. Together, we create a space for curiosity and honesty, where even difficult conversations can feel natural and open. This is a place to make sense of what’s going on and begin to create change.
I’m a psychosexual therapist specializing in relationships and sexual wellbeing. I meet people who feel stuck—wanting to understand themselves better, shift unhelpful patterns, and find direction in their sex lives or relationships. Together, we create a space for curiosity and honesty, where even difficult conversations can feel natural and open. This is a place to make sense of what’s going on and begin to create change.
01767 669826 View 01767 669826
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Anna Palin-Swift
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
I am an experienced integrative Psychotherapist working face to face and online. I have experience helping couples and individuals with Relationship support, whether that is support following an affair, help with communication or arguments or wider family situations. I also support individuals with issues like anxiety and self esteem. You may find it difficult to understand just what your problems are – you just know you feel awful and your life is not happy. Talking to a professionally trained & experienced counsellor or therapist really does allow you to explore these difficult areas and, together, draw up a workable action plan.
I am an experienced integrative Psychotherapist working face to face and online. I have experience helping couples and individuals with Relationship support, whether that is support following an affair, help with communication or arguments or wider family situations. I also support individuals with issues like anxiety and self esteem. You may find it difficult to understand just what your problems are – you just know you feel awful and your life is not happy. Talking to a professionally trained & experienced counsellor or therapist really does allow you to explore these difficult areas and, together, draw up a workable action plan.
01942 932418 View 01942 932418
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CBT Therapy Manchester (Individuals & Couples)
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Relationship struggles? Turn a good relationship into a great relationship. Resolve long standing difficulties. Relationship near break-up and you want to decide if the relationship can be saved? Imago Relationship Therapy can help towards more safety, connection, empathy, compassion & understanding in your relationship. Anxious, worrying a lot, stressed, low in mood, irritable? CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) can help. Be in touch for a free initial discussion.
Relationship struggles? Turn a good relationship into a great relationship. Resolve long standing difficulties. Relationship near break-up and you want to decide if the relationship can be saved? Imago Relationship Therapy can help towards more safety, connection, empathy, compassion & understanding in your relationship. Anxious, worrying a lot, stressed, low in mood, irritable? CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) can help. Be in touch for a free initial discussion.
0161 509 6679 View 0161 509 6679
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Emmie Brunskill
Counsellor, MBACP
Feeling "stuck" or overwhelmed by anxiety and anger can be exhausting. Whether you are navigating personal distress, concerned about your child’s well-being, or seeking to strengthen a relationship, you don't have to carry that weight alone. I provide a safe space for you to share your story and uncover the root of these challenges. When you are ready to move toward peace of mind, reach out to begin your journey.
Feeling "stuck" or overwhelmed by anxiety and anger can be exhausting. Whether you are navigating personal distress, concerned about your child’s well-being, or seeking to strengthen a relationship, you don't have to carry that weight alone. I provide a safe space for you to share your story and uncover the root of these challenges. When you are ready to move toward peace of mind, reach out to begin your journey.
01767 660959 View 01767 660959
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Kirsty Marshall
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
I work with many clients Individually and in Couples Therapy. As I have training in person centred, transactional analysis and psychosexual therapy, I can touch upon many subjects. Our sessions offer a non judgemental space where anything can be discussed in a safe environment. I try to be as flexible as I can to suit your timetable and to get a session booked in.
I work with many clients Individually and in Couples Therapy. As I have training in person centred, transactional analysis and psychosexual therapy, I can touch upon many subjects. Our sessions offer a non judgemental space where anything can be discussed in a safe environment. I try to be as flexible as I can to suit your timetable and to get a session booked in.
0161 524 3374 View 0161 524 3374
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Jack Rose
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Some of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed by emotions, unresolved past experiences, or uncertainty about their direction. They may struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood, or relationship challenges, or be navigating identity, childhood trauma, or gender and sexuality issues. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore patterns influencing their thoughts and behaviors, gain insight, and develop coping tools. Their goals include fostering self-awareness, building resilience, and creating lasting change to move forward with confidence and purpose, supported by a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Some of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed by emotions, unresolved past experiences, or uncertainty about their direction. They may struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood, or relationship challenges, or be navigating identity, childhood trauma, or gender and sexuality issues. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore patterns influencing their thoughts and behaviors, gain insight, and develop coping tools. Their goals include fostering self-awareness, building resilience, and creating lasting change to move forward with confidence and purpose, supported by a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
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Gordon Wax
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Hi, my name is Gordon. Welcome! I am a full qualified therapist working online and in person from my consulting room in Manchester zone one. Personal therapy helped me to untangle my relationship with myself and my emotions from others. The world alone is a chaotic place to manage our own unknowns, anxieties, and traumas. I understand that everyone experiences the world in different ways, so unique problems require bespoke responses. Our lives are constantly changing, so it’s natural to feel emotions strongly, think differently and respond atypically. I help clients explore all spheres of their life to help build hope and cope
Hi, my name is Gordon. Welcome! I am a full qualified therapist working online and in person from my consulting room in Manchester zone one. Personal therapy helped me to untangle my relationship with myself and my emotions from others. The world alone is a chaotic place to manage our own unknowns, anxieties, and traumas. I understand that everyone experiences the world in different ways, so unique problems require bespoke responses. Our lives are constantly changing, so it’s natural to feel emotions strongly, think differently and respond atypically. I help clients explore all spheres of their life to help build hope and cope
020 3871 8210 View 020 3871 8210
Sexual Addiction Counsellors
When should someone seek treatment for sex addiction?
People should seek treatment for sex addiction if they cannot control their sexual thoughts or behaviours to the point that it disrupts their ability to function in daily life, for example by threatening their finances, career, or relationships. This may include spending an excessive amount of time obsessing over sex, planning sex, watching pornography, or masturbating, as well as consistently engaging in risky sexual activities, using sex to escape distressing feelings, or attempting yet failing to control sexual behaviour.

What are the most common treatment options for sex addiction?
Psychotherapy is the most common treatment for sex addiction; therapy helps patients better understand their compulsive thoughts and behaviours and develop strategies to manage their desires. Therapy may be supplemented by medications, such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, anti-androgens, alcohol and substance use medications, as well as support groups, such as 12-step programs.

How long does therapy take for sex addiction?
Recovering from compulsive behaviour takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but research suggests 12 therapy sessions may be enough to see change. Treatment for sexual compulsions requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers and developing coping skills, and potential lifestyle changes such as cutting out alcohol or drugs.

What if sex addiction is left untreated?
Compulsive sexual behaviour can have serious repercussions if left unaddressed. For example, if sexual obsessions consume the vast majority of a person’s time, they may lose their job. If they can’t stop paying for sex, their finances may suffer. If they’re dishonest in their relationships, their partner may leave them. If they consistently feel shame, they may struggle with anxiety, depression, or loneliness. Therapy can help people develop the tools to manage sexual thoughts and behaviours that feel uncontrollable.