Sexual Addiction Counselling in Nottingham

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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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Asa Sanderson
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Hi, I’m Asa, an Accredited BACP Psychotherapist, qualified mediator and NLP coach. I specialise in dating, relationships, and marriage challenges such as intimacy and sexual difficulties, low desire, infidelity, trust issues, sexual/ pornography addiction, ED and performance anxiety. I offer practical, action-based support with direct, meaningful interventions that get to the core of the problem. I have over ten years’ experience across diverse contexts, including LGBTQIA+ identities, mixed-orientation relationships, faith and culture.Do you keep repeating unwanted patterns to manage difficult feelings? Are you ready to grow?
Hi, I’m Asa, an Accredited BACP Psychotherapist, qualified mediator and NLP coach. I specialise in dating, relationships, and marriage challenges such as intimacy and sexual difficulties, low desire, infidelity, trust issues, sexual/ pornography addiction, ED and performance anxiety. I offer practical, action-based support with direct, meaningful interventions that get to the core of the problem. I have over ten years’ experience across diverse contexts, including LGBTQIA+ identities, mixed-orientation relationships, faith and culture.Do you keep repeating unwanted patterns to manage difficult feelings? Are you ready to grow?
01777 801819 View 01777 801819
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Jo Dean
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
I am a qualified, experienced therapist and clinical supervisor working in Nottingham with clients seeking support when they are struggling with emotional or mental health challenges. Many people seek therapy when they are feeling vulnerable and experiencing challenging times, due to past experiences or events that are happening in the present day. I understand how big this first step is. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe and confidential space to talk and help you explore the challenges you are currently facing and help you heal and find solutions. I have worked for the Priory Clinic, Steps Together Rehab.
I am a qualified, experienced therapist and clinical supervisor working in Nottingham with clients seeking support when they are struggling with emotional or mental health challenges. Many people seek therapy when they are feeling vulnerable and experiencing challenging times, due to past experiences or events that are happening in the present day. I understand how big this first step is. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe and confidential space to talk and help you explore the challenges you are currently facing and help you heal and find solutions. I have worked for the Priory Clinic, Steps Together Rehab.
0115 697 1022 View 0115 697 1022
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Anne-Marie Gardiner
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
I work with adults facing a wide range of challenges, from everyday life stress, work, study, relationships, role reversals, or caring responsibilities, to high performers managing pressure, burnout, or career transitions. Many seek support with life events such as bereavement, divorce, redundancy, or traumatic experiences. In a confidential, non-judgemental space, I offer integrative psychotherapy and coaching to help you process experiences, gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward to live a more fulfilling and purposeful life.
I work with adults facing a wide range of challenges, from everyday life stress, work, study, relationships, role reversals, or caring responsibilities, to high performers managing pressure, burnout, or career transitions. Many seek support with life events such as bereavement, divorce, redundancy, or traumatic experiences. In a confidential, non-judgemental space, I offer integrative psychotherapy and coaching to help you process experiences, gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward to live a more fulfilling and purposeful life.
0115 697 1897 View 0115 697 1897
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Suzie Ford
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
I work with adults and couples of all ages who experience challenge and overwhelm in their lives and relationships. Whether you are going through something new or you have been feeling this way for a while, I am here and wanting to support you. My areas of work include: family issues; relationship problems; shame; trauma; gender; sexuality; neurodivergence; sexual difficulties; chronic pain; anxiety; depression; self-esteem issues; personality disorders; infertility; abuse; loss; bullying; and neglect.
I work with adults and couples of all ages who experience challenge and overwhelm in their lives and relationships. Whether you are going through something new or you have been feeling this way for a while, I am here and wanting to support you. My areas of work include: family issues; relationship problems; shame; trauma; gender; sexuality; neurodivergence; sexual difficulties; chronic pain; anxiety; depression; self-esteem issues; personality disorders; infertility; abuse; loss; bullying; and neglect.
0115 647 1161 View 0115 647 1161
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Andrea Mendes Freira
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Regardless of our background we all go through difficult moments in our lives, leaving us overwhelmed and often struggling with feelings that may be hard to understand. It could be because life events are hard to overcome, or you feel exploited and disempowered and would like that to change. Maybe you are sexually unfulfilled or dealing with sexual problems. It could be that you want to build the confidence to come out of the closet or just to find your sexual self and enjoy the intimacy you desire in your romantic relationships. Whatever the reason is that brings you to this point - it is ok to look for someone to talk to.
Regardless of our background we all go through difficult moments in our lives, leaving us overwhelmed and often struggling with feelings that may be hard to understand. It could be because life events are hard to overcome, or you feel exploited and disempowered and would like that to change. Maybe you are sexually unfulfilled or dealing with sexual problems. It could be that you want to build the confidence to come out of the closet or just to find your sexual self and enjoy the intimacy you desire in your romantic relationships. Whatever the reason is that brings you to this point - it is ok to look for someone to talk to.
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Benjamin Wright
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Welcome! I'm Ben, an accredited person centred counsellor and counselling supervisor, with over 13 years' experience in online and face‑to‑face work with children, young people, and adults. At the heart of my work is safety, confidentiality, and a quality of attention. Feeling nervous, scared, or unsure — that’s normal, and it’s okay. What you’re doing, reaching out to someone for help, is a difficult thing to do. Your counselling journey has already begun by looking into counselling, with possibly the intention of getting in touch. Believe it or not, you’re further ahead than many others. Already, you’re smashing it!
Welcome! I'm Ben, an accredited person centred counsellor and counselling supervisor, with over 13 years' experience in online and face‑to‑face work with children, young people, and adults. At the heart of my work is safety, confidentiality, and a quality of attention. Feeling nervous, scared, or unsure — that’s normal, and it’s okay. What you’re doing, reaching out to someone for help, is a difficult thing to do. Your counselling journey has already begun by looking into counselling, with possibly the intention of getting in touch. Believe it or not, you’re further ahead than many others. Already, you’re smashing it!
0115 671 3739 View 0115 671 3739
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Martin Biddle
Counsellor, MSc, MUKCP
My name is Martin and I am a UKCP & BACP registered psychotherapist and trainee supervisor who has worked with adults, young people, couples, university students, families and many others who are experiencing anxiety, relationship issues, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss and concerns about anger management or emotional regulation. Maybe you are feeling stressed-out or anxious or are struggling at work, college or university, or you are overthinking, having panic attacks or relationship issues? Or you need some sexual health counselling or you are a couple who need some support? Talk with me in a safe non-judgemental space.
My name is Martin and I am a UKCP & BACP registered psychotherapist and trainee supervisor who has worked with adults, young people, couples, university students, families and many others who are experiencing anxiety, relationship issues, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss and concerns about anger management or emotional regulation. Maybe you are feeling stressed-out or anxious or are struggling at work, college or university, or you are overthinking, having panic attacks or relationship issues? Or you need some sexual health counselling or you are a couple who need some support? Talk with me in a safe non-judgemental space.
0115 697 1230 View 0115 697 1230
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Light Bubble Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Do you carry pain that doesn't have a clear explanation; in your body, your relationships, or both? Maybe you've lived with complex trauma, abuse, or experiences from childhood that still shape how safe the world feels now. Maybe that shows up as fibromyalgia or chronic pain your body won't let go of, or as patterns in your closest relationships that feel impossible to shift. Many people I work with have spent years searching for answers their bodies and minds couldn't quite put into words. Together, we make sense of what's underneath, at a pace that feels right for you. English and French session.
Do you carry pain that doesn't have a clear explanation; in your body, your relationships, or both? Maybe you've lived with complex trauma, abuse, or experiences from childhood that still shape how safe the world feels now. Maybe that shows up as fibromyalgia or chronic pain your body won't let go of, or as patterns in your closest relationships that feel impossible to shift. Many people I work with have spent years searching for answers their bodies and minds couldn't quite put into words. Together, we make sense of what's underneath, at a pace that feels right for you. English and French session.
01206 239169 View 01206 239169
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Keith Robert Norman
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Sometimes it feels like everyone says that men have it easy. If that’s so, then why are three quarters of all suicides men? We've been taught to tough it out and to go it alone, and that it’s weak to ask for help when things get on top of us – even if there is someone we can turn to. I work with the issues around the difficulty of being male in a society that creates unrealistic and often contradictory ideals of masculinity that are impossible to live up to, and stops men connecting meaningfully with themselves and others.
Sometimes it feels like everyone says that men have it easy. If that’s so, then why are three quarters of all suicides men? We've been taught to tough it out and to go it alone, and that it’s weak to ask for help when things get on top of us – even if there is someone we can turn to. I work with the issues around the difficulty of being male in a society that creates unrealistic and often contradictory ideals of masculinity that are impossible to live up to, and stops men connecting meaningfully with themselves and others.
0115 697 1785 View 0115 697 1785
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Tim Cole
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and challenges without judgment. My goal is to help you uncover the answers that are already within you, but might be clouded by unhelpful thought patterns. The first session is dedicated to ensuring that we can work together effectively, as our relationship is key to your growth. Currently, I offer online sessions, providing the flexibility to connect from the comfort of your home. I’m not here to diagnose but to provide you with the time and space to discover what works best for you. Together, we’ll explore solutions that are unique to you.
I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and challenges without judgment. My goal is to help you uncover the answers that are already within you, but might be clouded by unhelpful thought patterns. The first session is dedicated to ensuring that we can work together effectively, as our relationship is key to your growth. Currently, I offer online sessions, providing the flexibility to connect from the comfort of your home. I’m not here to diagnose but to provide you with the time and space to discover what works best for you. Together, we’ll explore solutions that are unique to you.
0115 697 2143 View 0115 697 2143
Dr Catrin Williams
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
1 Endorsed
Welcome to my profile - My name is Cat and I'm an expert in developmental trauma and personality difficulties. These can lead to a range of mental health needs that I can support you with (like anxiety, anger, risky behaviours, psychosis...) and also unhelpful coping behaviours, such as self-harm and suicidal thoughts, substance use, relationship struggles, and on. My approach is to understand the 'why', to get the root cause of difficult experiences so that we know how to improve it. We will work on identifying unhelpful coping strategies and replace these with healthy ones so we can work on developing the life that you want.
Welcome to my profile - My name is Cat and I'm an expert in developmental trauma and personality difficulties. These can lead to a range of mental health needs that I can support you with (like anxiety, anger, risky behaviours, psychosis...) and also unhelpful coping behaviours, such as self-harm and suicidal thoughts, substance use, relationship struggles, and on. My approach is to understand the 'why', to get the root cause of difficult experiences so that we know how to improve it. We will work on identifying unhelpful coping strategies and replace these with healthy ones so we can work on developing the life that you want.
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Photo of Roxanne Freeman - Roxanne. Psychotherapist, EMDR & Hypnotherapist, Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
I am a fully qualified and experienced Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist and Hypnotherapist and provide a friendly, warm, confidential, accepting environment to enable you to work through the things that may be troubling you. I offer bespoke service depending on your presenting issues, incorporating the different approaches to help heal and enabling you to start living a more fulfilling life. EMDR can be used effectively to treat trauma without having to relive the event. I completed my Hypnotherapy training with Paul McKenna, Hypnotherapy is effective in treating anxiety, panic attacks, phobia's, weight loss, quitting smoking.
I am a fully qualified and experienced Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist and Hypnotherapist and provide a friendly, warm, confidential, accepting environment to enable you to work through the things that may be troubling you. I offer bespoke service depending on your presenting issues, incorporating the different approaches to help heal and enabling you to start living a more fulfilling life. EMDR can be used effectively to treat trauma without having to relive the event. I completed my Hypnotherapy training with Paul McKenna, Hypnotherapy is effective in treating anxiety, panic attacks, phobia's, weight loss, quitting smoking.
0115 824 5721 View 0115 824 5721
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Adam Yusufali Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. I am Reiki Attuned and also a certified meditation teacher. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. I am Reiki Attuned and also a certified meditation teacher. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
0115 697 1319 View 0115 697 1319
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Natalie Brunning
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Hi my name is Natalie. I am an experienced BACP accredited counsellor working in Nottingham. I offer a friendly, safe and confidential space to enable you to work through any difficulties you may be experiencing. I work within the Humanistic person centered approach and I believe that given the right conditions, through therapy, positive changes can be made. I offer counselling for all ages, individuals, couples, EAP, and group work. I work with both long and short term clients. I have extensive experience working with depression, complex mental health and PTSD
Hi my name is Natalie. I am an experienced BACP accredited counsellor working in Nottingham. I offer a friendly, safe and confidential space to enable you to work through any difficulties you may be experiencing. I work within the Humanistic person centered approach and I believe that given the right conditions, through therapy, positive changes can be made. I offer counselling for all ages, individuals, couples, EAP, and group work. I work with both long and short term clients. I have extensive experience working with depression, complex mental health and PTSD
0115 647 0413 View 0115 647 0413
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Addictions Counselling & Therapy Nottingham
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
7 Endorsed
I offer private, confidential and effective therapy to clients struggling with compulsions and/or addictions, either using a secure online therapy platform or in person at my professional consulting rooms in Nottingham. I offer a discrete and professional service individually tailored to you, to help you make changes. My background includes working in residential rehabs for The Priory and NHS services. When it comes to addiction / compulsive behaviours, some clients might be seeking to gain control again, and others to stop completely. I aim to help clients find and achieve the best way forward for themselves.
I offer private, confidential and effective therapy to clients struggling with compulsions and/or addictions, either using a secure online therapy platform or in person at my professional consulting rooms in Nottingham. I offer a discrete and professional service individually tailored to you, to help you make changes. My background includes working in residential rehabs for The Priory and NHS services. When it comes to addiction / compulsive behaviours, some clients might be seeking to gain control again, and others to stop completely. I aim to help clients find and achieve the best way forward for themselves.
0115 697 2334 View 0115 697 2334
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Robert Hewes
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
Hi, thank you for choosing to read my profile. My name is Rob Hewes and I am a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist. I provide therapy and coaching in a confidential, warm and safe environment. I have over 20 years experience in training and development. I have 13 years experience as a supervisor and work within the BACP ethical framework. I am an integrative therapist, drawing skills and strategies from various approaches to therapy and coaching. I provide Psychotherapeutic Counselling - Couples Counselling - Clinical Supervision - EMDR - Solution Focused Brief Therapy - NLP Coaching - CBT - Clinical Hypnotherapy.
Hi, thank you for choosing to read my profile. My name is Rob Hewes and I am a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist. I provide therapy and coaching in a confidential, warm and safe environment. I have over 20 years experience in training and development. I have 13 years experience as a supervisor and work within the BACP ethical framework. I am an integrative therapist, drawing skills and strategies from various approaches to therapy and coaching. I provide Psychotherapeutic Counselling - Couples Counselling - Clinical Supervision - EMDR - Solution Focused Brief Therapy - NLP Coaching - CBT - Clinical Hypnotherapy.
0115 697 1698 View 0115 697 1698
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Justin Clark
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
I am the founder and Clinical Lead at Therapy Nottingham, a pioneering Integrative psychotherapy service based in Nottingham city centre. Clients often have a strong sense that 'something is wrong' without knowing the exact nature of it. Issues around identity and relationships lead to some common questions that clients are trying to resolve include; how did this happen? What happened to my 'old' self? How do I move on? Who am I?
I am the founder and Clinical Lead at Therapy Nottingham, a pioneering Integrative psychotherapy service based in Nottingham city centre. Clients often have a strong sense that 'something is wrong' without knowing the exact nature of it. Issues around identity and relationships lead to some common questions that clients are trying to resolve include; how did this happen? What happened to my 'old' self? How do I move on? Who am I?
0115 697 1391 View 0115 697 1391
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Glass Oak Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
1 Endorsed
We are a team of psychologists that specialise in helping individuals who are experiencing long-term difficulties and struggling with behaviours that are hard to manage. If you are currently struggling with complex or challenging experiences and are motivated to take control of your mental health to develop the life you want - we can support with that.
We are a team of psychologists that specialise in helping individuals who are experiencing long-term difficulties and struggling with behaviours that are hard to manage. If you are currently struggling with complex or challenging experiences and are motivated to take control of your mental health to develop the life you want - we can support with that.
0115 647 3236 View 0115 647 3236
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Joseph Archer
Psychotherapist, BACP
Hey now. And welcome. I'm Joe. An integrative therapist. BSc. Having trained at the Sherwood Institute. My wish here is to really connect with you. And find out your story. I feel that therapy should be natural. Keeping it real. Keeping it simple. Our relationship is at the core of the work. Hoping to help gain awareness, for a deeper enjoyment of life. In our sessions I aim to work in the here-and-now, forever curious, and fully open to the spontaneity of our connection. We move at your pace, exploring at relational depth. I bring humour and enthusiasm, calm and a light touch. I also come with a lot of tough, lived-experience.
Hey now. And welcome. I'm Joe. An integrative therapist. BSc. Having trained at the Sherwood Institute. My wish here is to really connect with you. And find out your story. I feel that therapy should be natural. Keeping it real. Keeping it simple. Our relationship is at the core of the work. Hoping to help gain awareness, for a deeper enjoyment of life. In our sessions I aim to work in the here-and-now, forever curious, and fully open to the spontaneity of our connection. We move at your pace, exploring at relational depth. I bring humour and enthusiasm, calm and a light touch. I also come with a lot of tough, lived-experience.
0115 647 4237 View 0115 647 4237

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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.