This group is for male sex addicts. "For all addicts, a moment comes when they realize they have a problem. There is a sudden clarity- the insight that life has become unmanageable. That moment, however, is fragile. It is easily lost to craving and denial." This therapeutic group will work through the series of reflections and exercises that pierce denial and light the path to healing from sex/porn addiction.
This group is for male sex addicts. "For all addicts, a moment comes when they realize they have a problem. There is a sudden clarity- the insight that life has become unmanageable. That moment, however, is fragile. It is easily lost to craving and denial." This therapeutic group will work through the series of reflections and exercises that pierce denial and light the path to healing from sex/porn addiction.
Facing...Sexual and Relationship Integrity is an educational and support group for people who have engaged in sexual behavior that damages important relationships, want to stop engaging in certain sexual behaviors, want relapse prevention skills, and/or want to integrate the 30 Task Model into their personal recovery. Using Patrick Carnes’ groundbreaking book “Facing The Shadow”, group members will engage in focused skill building through completing specific exercises that all link together to form a cohesive whole toward sexual and relationship integrity. Call or email for more details.
Hosted by Hope House Counseling and Education
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPC
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Facing...Sexual and Relationship Integrity is an educational and support group for people who have engaged in sexual behavior that damages important relationships, want to stop engaging in certain sexual behaviors, want relapse prevention skills, and/or want to integrate the 30 Task Model into their personal recovery. Using Patrick Carnes’ groundbreaking book “Facing The Shadow”, group members will engage in focused skill building through completing specific exercises that all link together to form a cohesive whole toward sexual and relationship integrity. Call or email for more details.
Think you may be a sex addict but not sure? In this eight session educational experience you will learn the basics of recognizing the problems of compulsive sexual behavior, work toward identifying whether or not your sexual behavior is an addiction, and learn some vital relapse prevention skills. Are you ready for change? Here is an easy entry point to that journey. Call me for more information.
Hosted by Garrett Brent Irby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Think you may be a sex addict but not sure? In this eight session educational experience you will learn the basics of recognizing the problems of compulsive sexual behavior, work toward identifying whether or not your sexual behavior is an addiction, and learn some vital relapse prevention skills. Are you ready for change? Here is an easy entry point to that journey. Call me for more information.
The sex offender group provides therapeutic services in a group setting, to adult males who exhibit abusive, offending behaviors that are sexually inappropriate. The goal of the SOT group is to provide individuals who have been convicted of a sexual offense with perspective and tools to prevent repeat offenses. All prospective clients must meet with a counselor on our staff to be evaluated for participation in the group.
The sex offender group provides therapeutic services in a group setting, to adult males who exhibit abusive, offending behaviors that are sexually inappropriate. The goal of the SOT group is to provide individuals who have been convicted of a sexual offense with perspective and tools to prevent repeat offenses. All prospective clients must meet with a counselor on our staff to be evaluated for participation in the group.
Using Patrick Carnes’ book “Facing The Shadow” we will engage focused skill building, completing specific exercises that link together to form a cohesive whole toward sexual relationship integrity. Some of the exercises group members will complete are Learning and inventorying 14 ways to distort reality. Practice accountability and empathy. Learn different ways to define sex addiction. Chart and evaluate your personal addictive cycle. Practice relapse prevention skills. Learn to engage a culture of support. Learn about replacing addictive sexual fantasy with healthy sexual fantasy. Learn and apply neuropathways of addiction. Identify sexual arousal template, addictive sexual matrix, healthy sexual matrix
Hosted by Garrett Brent Irby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Using Patrick Carnes’ book “Facing The Shadow” we will engage focused skill building, completing specific exercises that link together to form a cohesive whole toward sexual relationship integrity. Some of the exercises group members will complete are Learning and inventorying 14 ways to distort reality. Practice accountability and empathy. Learn different ways to define sex addiction. Chart and evaluate your personal addictive cycle. Practice relapse prevention skills. Learn to engage a culture of support. Learn about replacing addictive sexual fantasy with healthy sexual fantasy. Learn and apply neuropathways of addiction. Identify sexual arousal template, addictive sexual matrix, healthy sexual matrix
Facing the Shadow Men’s Therapy Group will help you begin your recovery journey. It will help you understand your addictive cycle and how you can begin to change. It is educational and therapeutic. This group is based on the approaches, that provide healing from addictions and a strong roadmap towards recovery. We use the Task Centered approach that sets you up for success. We focus on the core issues related to addictions, while at the same time address sexuality from a therapeutic and restorative perspective.
Facing the Shadow Men’s Therapy Group will help you begin your recovery journey. It will help you understand your addictive cycle and how you can begin to change. It is educational and therapeutic. This group is based on the approaches, that provide healing from addictions and a strong roadmap towards recovery. We use the Task Centered approach that sets you up for success. We focus on the core issues related to addictions, while at the same time address sexuality from a therapeutic and restorative perspective.
This group is for female sex and love addicts. "For all addicts, a moment comes when they realize they have a problem. There is sudden clarity—the insight that life has become unmanageable. That moment, however, is fragile. It is easily lost to craving and denial." This therapeutic group will work the series of reflections and exercises that pierce denial and light the path to healing from sex addiction.
Hosted by Insights Counseling Center, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35242
This group is for female sex and love addicts. "For all addicts, a moment comes when they realize they have a problem. There is sudden clarity—the insight that life has become unmanageable. That moment, however, is fragile. It is easily lost to craving and denial." This therapeutic group will work the series of reflections and exercises that pierce denial and light the path to healing from sex addiction.
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Sexual Addiction Support Groups
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 behavior.
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 behaviors and develop strategies to manage their desires. Therapy may be supplemented by medications, such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, anti-androgens, and the alcohol and substance use medication Naltrexone, as well as support groups, such as 12-step programs.
How long does therapy take for sex addiction?
Recovering from compulsive behavior 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 behavior 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 behaviors that feel uncontrollable.