Sexual Addiction Counselling in Potters Bar
As your counsellor, I will offer you a safe, confidential space for you to be heard with empathy and respect. Current problems may stir up buried feelings from your past which I will help you to explore and understand. Our open-ended work will allow you to work through and make sense of your difficulties by becoming aware of your defences and reasons
As your counsellor, I will offer you a safe, confidential space for you to be heard with empathy and respect. Current problems may stir up buried feelings from your past which I will help you to explore and understand. Our open-ended work will allow you to work through and make sense of your difficulties by becoming aware of your defences and reasons
I am a counsellor with a specialisation in working with ADHD-affected clients and the unique emotional challenges surrounding diagnosis and treatment. My work is informed by my personal experience as someone diagnosed as an adult with combined-type ADHD, which has profoundly enhanced my understanding and ability to connect with clients navigating similar paths.
I offer counselling sessions from my home in Whetstone, N20 London, as well as online via Zoom. My standard fee is £80 per session for individuals and £150 for couples, and payment is accepted via bank transfer, credit or debit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.
I am a counsellor with a specialisation in working with ADHD-affected clients and the unique emotional challenges surrounding diagnosis and treatment. My work is informed by my personal experience as someone diagnosed as an adult with combined-type ADHD, which has profoundly enhanced my understanding and ability to connect with clients navigating similar paths.
I offer counselling sessions from my home in Whetstone, N20 London, as well as online via Zoom. My standard fee is £80 per session for individuals and £150 for couples, and payment is accepted via bank transfer, credit or debit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.
Hi, I'm Jorge. Whatever you may be struggling with, my aim is to help you understand and overcome your struggles, while supporting you in finding your way to a happier and more enriching life. In my practice I work with clients on a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, low-mood, relationship challenges and family difficulties, low self-esteem, loss, trauma and others. I am a firm believer that counselling is a collaborative process we embark upon together and I offer a genuine commitment to it. I deeply value the relationship I develop with my clients and I believe it to be a key part of the success of the therapy.
Hi, I'm Jorge. Whatever you may be struggling with, my aim is to help you understand and overcome your struggles, while supporting you in finding your way to a happier and more enriching life. In my practice I work with clients on a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, low-mood, relationship challenges and family difficulties, low self-esteem, loss, trauma and others. I am a firm believer that counselling is a collaborative process we embark upon together and I offer a genuine commitment to it. I deeply value the relationship I develop with my clients and I believe it to be a key part of the success of the therapy.
My team and I have the BEST google rated psychology practice in Hertfordshire! We have successfully helped 100’s of clients. I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. We are friendly & professional practice. We treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/ overwhelmed with anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health anxiety, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agoraphobia, Low self-confidence, & LTC’s. Call now for a free phone consultation!
My team and I have the BEST google rated psychology practice in Hertfordshire! We have successfully helped 100’s of clients. I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. We are friendly & professional practice. We treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/ overwhelmed with anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health anxiety, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agoraphobia, Low self-confidence, & LTC’s. Call now for a free phone consultation!
My focus is to truly understand your problem and we work together as a team to get the results you need to move you from where you are now to where you want to be. To do that I use my 34 years of professional experience to help you get peace of mind. Formerly of Harley Street I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the UKCP. I have also counselled and trained therapists at Guys Hospital, London.
My focus is to truly understand your problem and we work together as a team to get the results you need to move you from where you are now to where you want to be. To do that I use my 34 years of professional experience to help you get peace of mind. Formerly of Harley Street I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the UKCP. I have also counselled and trained therapists at Guys Hospital, London.
Do you feel invisible, misunderstood, isolated, judged, alone, confused, or just need someone non-judgmental to listen and someone safe to talk to? There are so many reasons for you never to have to suffer in silence, however big or small the issue, struggle or situation. I am here to offer my support and understanding to you! Everyone is unique and manages life's experiences/ hardships differently. I provide a non-judgemental safe space, offering my full support, patience and understanding. Due to my own life experiences, I am able to relate, understand and genuinely empathise with my clients issues, pain and struggles.
Do you feel invisible, misunderstood, isolated, judged, alone, confused, or just need someone non-judgmental to listen and someone safe to talk to? There are so many reasons for you never to have to suffer in silence, however big or small the issue, struggle or situation. I am here to offer my support and understanding to you! Everyone is unique and manages life's experiences/ hardships differently. I provide a non-judgemental safe space, offering my full support, patience and understanding. Due to my own life experiences, I am able to relate, understand and genuinely empathise with my clients issues, pain and struggles.
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You may be feeling stuck - you’ve tried to stop using porn or another damaging sexual behaviour but your will power keeps failing and you find yourself going in circles, of secrecy, shame & hopelessness. The behaviours now seem like its taken the wheel and firmly in the driving seat of your life. You may even be wondering how things ever got this far. If you’re in a relationship, it’s probably suffering. Even if no one else knows, you do and what may have started as a bit of fun is now causing you pain.
There is hope. Many of our wounds are formed in relationships, so it makes sense that healing should also come through one.
You may be feeling stuck - you’ve tried to stop using porn or another damaging sexual behaviour but your will power keeps failing and you find yourself going in circles, of secrecy, shame & hopelessness. The behaviours now seem like its taken the wheel and firmly in the driving seat of your life. You may even be wondering how things ever got this far. If you’re in a relationship, it’s probably suffering. Even if no one else knows, you do and what may have started as a bit of fun is now causing you pain.
There is hope. Many of our wounds are formed in relationships, so it makes sense that healing should also come through one.
I am a qualified Humanistic Gestalt counsellor; I am based in Eastleigh, where I see clients at my home. I believe you can only go as far as your counsellor has been. This lived experience means I don't just imagine what you have been through; I have worked through similar situations, which enriches the work we can do together. I see myself as a collective counsellor with further training in different types of counselling, including CBT, Solution-Focused, Person-Centered, TA and addiction counselling. I create a strong therapeutic relationship and use my knowledge to tailor the sessions to meet your needs.
I am a qualified Humanistic Gestalt counsellor; I am based in Eastleigh, where I see clients at my home. I believe you can only go as far as your counsellor has been. This lived experience means I don't just imagine what you have been through; I have worked through similar situations, which enriches the work we can do together. I see myself as a collective counsellor with further training in different types of counselling, including CBT, Solution-Focused, Person-Centered, TA and addiction counselling. I create a strong therapeutic relationship and use my knowledge to tailor the sessions to meet your needs.
Hello, I'm Tracey and I am a highly qualified and experienced sex therapist and relationship counsellor. Relationships can at times be a great source of distress and anxiety; sometimes it’s easy to feel stuck and unable to move forwards. You may be having difficulties with communication, infidelity, intimacy, sexual difficulties, or perhaps you just can’t seem to get along anymore and you’re not sure why. Whether you are experiencing difficulties within your relationship, or find it difficult to form relationships, I can give you the space you need to explore and understand these issues.
Hello, I'm Tracey and I am a highly qualified and experienced sex therapist and relationship counsellor. Relationships can at times be a great source of distress and anxiety; sometimes it’s easy to feel stuck and unable to move forwards. You may be having difficulties with communication, infidelity, intimacy, sexual difficulties, or perhaps you just can’t seem to get along anymore and you’re not sure why. Whether you are experiencing difficulties within your relationship, or find it difficult to form relationships, I can give you the space you need to explore and understand these issues.
I’m Hannah Chrystal, a psychotherapist and holistic practitioner specialising in trauma and addictive behaviours, with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through challenging and transformative moments in their lives. I’ve worked across both private and community settings, including managing and delivering specialist programmes such as Amy’s Place with the Amy Winehouse Foundation, supporting young women affected by addiction. I also spent five years working at the Priory Group on Harley Street, providing high-quality therapeutic support in a leading clinical environment.
I’m Hannah Chrystal, a psychotherapist and holistic practitioner specialising in trauma and addictive behaviours, with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through challenging and transformative moments in their lives. I’ve worked across both private and community settings, including managing and delivering specialist programmes such as Amy’s Place with the Amy Winehouse Foundation, supporting young women affected by addiction. I also spent five years working at the Priory Group on Harley Street, providing high-quality therapeutic support in a leading clinical environment.
In a confidential, welcoming space, we talk about sex. I offer a safe, compassionate place to talk about intimacy, relationships, sexual behaviours, erotic and sexual orientations, sexual bodies, and real vs. fantasised experiences. We look for a positive way forward to deal with something that feels stuck or unmanageable, in a therapy space that welcomes and understands sexual differences and experiences, and treats you with respect.
In a confidential, welcoming space, we talk about sex. I offer a safe, compassionate place to talk about intimacy, relationships, sexual behaviours, erotic and sexual orientations, sexual bodies, and real vs. fantasised experiences. We look for a positive way forward to deal with something that feels stuck or unmanageable, in a therapy space that welcomes and understands sexual differences and experiences, and treats you with respect.
If you are looking for a specialist therapist who can help you with issues related to intimacy, sex and relationships then you have come to the right place. I know it can be difficult opening up about issues related to sex, sexuality and sexual function and the impact this can have on you and your relationships. I am a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist with extensive experience working in the NHS and Private Practice. Difficulties with intimacy can be caused by many different factors that may overlap. Together we can work holistically to help you gain greater understanding and give you strategies to make positive changes.
If you are looking for a specialist therapist who can help you with issues related to intimacy, sex and relationships then you have come to the right place. I know it can be difficult opening up about issues related to sex, sexuality and sexual function and the impact this can have on you and your relationships. I am a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist with extensive experience working in the NHS and Private Practice. Difficulties with intimacy can be caused by many different factors that may overlap. Together we can work holistically to help you gain greater understanding and give you strategies to make positive changes.
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.
You may address issues as an Individual or within a Family or Relationship setting; or your concerns may be more intimate entailing a Psychosexual or Sexual Addiction/Compulsivity issue
Negative feelings are often rooted in past trauma causing anxiety, sadness, low self-esteem and resentment. Together we can explore any thoughts and emotions which make you feel uncomfortable and find effective, practical ways to reduce their voltage and impact on your daily life. 'You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf' - Jon Kabat-Zinn (1944-)
You may address issues as an Individual or within a Family or Relationship setting; or your concerns may be more intimate entailing a Psychosexual or Sexual Addiction/Compulsivity issue
Negative feelings are often rooted in past trauma causing anxiety, sadness, low self-esteem and resentment. Together we can explore any thoughts and emotions which make you feel uncomfortable and find effective, practical ways to reduce their voltage and impact on your daily life. 'You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf' - Jon Kabat-Zinn (1944-)
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (PGDip University of Dundee) as well as a sex and relationship therapist (PGDip/University of Hull/RELATE).
I specialise in the treatment of OCD, particularly as it relates to relationships, sex, and sexuality. I use tailored exposure and response prevention therapy. I also offer a complimentary accountability service, whereby people can check in daily when trying to change habits or compulsive behaviours.
I deliver effective, evidence-based interventions for anxiety disorders with warmth, compassion and gentle humour.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (PGDip University of Dundee) as well as a sex and relationship therapist (PGDip/University of Hull/RELATE).
I specialise in the treatment of OCD, particularly as it relates to relationships, sex, and sexuality. I use tailored exposure and response prevention therapy. I also offer a complimentary accountability service, whereby people can check in daily when trying to change habits or compulsive behaviours.
I deliver effective, evidence-based interventions for anxiety disorders with warmth, compassion and gentle humour.
I believe that we tend to access therapy when it’s no longer possible for us to travel alone on our journey, hidden from ourselves and others, stuck in familiar and/or unfamiliar patterns that can no longer contain us, and when the way in which we are relating (or not relating) to ourselves, others and the world around us, is no longer making us feel fully alive. Something tells us it's time to look inwards. Looking inwards can feel daunting but it is necessary in order to instigate meaningful and lasting changes ( both external and internal ).
I believe that we tend to access therapy when it’s no longer possible for us to travel alone on our journey, hidden from ourselves and others, stuck in familiar and/or unfamiliar patterns that can no longer contain us, and when the way in which we are relating (or not relating) to ourselves, others and the world around us, is no longer making us feel fully alive. Something tells us it's time to look inwards. Looking inwards can feel daunting but it is necessary in order to instigate meaningful and lasting changes ( both external and internal ).
I specialize in the emotional world of men navigating masculinity, fatherhood, and partnerships while carrying high levels of responsibility. If you're reading this, you're likely capable and outwardly functioning well. But internally something feels off: disconnection, repeating patterns, distance in your close relationships. You want deeper connection, renewed intimacy and a grounded way of relating that's real, not performed. You may be navigating painful patterns you can't break, balancing leadership demands with emotional presence at home or rebuilding after years of drift.
I specialize in the emotional world of men navigating masculinity, fatherhood, and partnerships while carrying high levels of responsibility. If you're reading this, you're likely capable and outwardly functioning well. But internally something feels off: disconnection, repeating patterns, distance in your close relationships. You want deeper connection, renewed intimacy and a grounded way of relating that's real, not performed. You may be navigating painful patterns you can't break, balancing leadership demands with emotional presence at home or rebuilding after years of drift.
I am a Psychosexual (Sex) and Relationship Therapist with additional training in Sex Addiction Counselling for compulsive sexual behaviour. I am a Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity affirming practitioner, offering a non-judgemental, supportive space where I encourage openness and honesty and embrace the diversity and uniqueness of my clients. I have an MSc in Psychosexual (Sex) Therapy, a Post Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling and an Advanced Diploma in Sex Addiction Counselling. My original training was as a Psychotherapist & CBT therapist and I have been been working in private practice and the NHS since 2012.
I am a Psychosexual (Sex) and Relationship Therapist with additional training in Sex Addiction Counselling for compulsive sexual behaviour. I am a Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity affirming practitioner, offering a non-judgemental, supportive space where I encourage openness and honesty and embrace the diversity and uniqueness of my clients. I have an MSc in Psychosexual (Sex) Therapy, a Post Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling and an Advanced Diploma in Sex Addiction Counselling. My original training was as a Psychotherapist & CBT therapist and I have been been working in private practice and the NHS since 2012.
I have worked for the NHS, Terrence Higgins Trust and Ealing Abbey Counselling Service working with individuals and couples from a diverse range of backgrounds. I have experience of providing in depth long-term therapy on complex issues such as the effects of conversion therapy as well as providing short term therapy for the NHS. I aim to resolve sexual problems and improve my client's overall well being, their self esteem and their relationships. I do this through the use of Psychosexual tools such as sensate focus and through allowing the client to discuss their thoughts and feelings in a safe and non-judgemental environment.
I have worked for the NHS, Terrence Higgins Trust and Ealing Abbey Counselling Service working with individuals and couples from a diverse range of backgrounds. I have experience of providing in depth long-term therapy on complex issues such as the effects of conversion therapy as well as providing short term therapy for the NHS. I aim to resolve sexual problems and improve my client's overall well being, their self esteem and their relationships. I do this through the use of Psychosexual tools such as sensate focus and through allowing the client to discuss their thoughts and feelings in a safe and non-judgemental environment.
Hello there …my name is Joanne and I specialise in Couples Therapy, Psychosexual Therapy and Sex/Porn addiction. All relationships have up’s and downs, this is quite normal and we have to re-adjust when life throws up new challenges. If you are experiencing any of the following difficulties and are finding it hard to resolve, then it may be time to seek experienced support:
Do you no longer feel able to talk to your partner or conversations always end in an argument?
Or maybe you are experiencing sexual difficulties loss of desire, erectile dysfunction, vaginismus, which are causing you a great deal of distress.
Hello there …my name is Joanne and I specialise in Couples Therapy, Psychosexual Therapy and Sex/Porn addiction. All relationships have up’s and downs, this is quite normal and we have to re-adjust when life throws up new challenges. If you are experiencing any of the following difficulties and are finding it hard to resolve, then it may be time to seek experienced support:
Do you no longer feel able to talk to your partner or conversations always end in an argument?
Or maybe you are experiencing sexual difficulties loss of desire, erectile dysfunction, vaginismus, which are causing you a great deal of distress.
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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.