If you're feeling trapped by porn, sexting, or other sexual behaviors that feel out of control, you're not alone. This weekly group is designed to provide accessible, affordable help for those struggling with unwanted sexual behaviors. We support in each other in growing toward healthy sexuality and relationships. The group is currently running and space is limited, so please contact us for more details.
Hosted by Jeremy Mast
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MDiv, LMFT, CSAT-S, CPTT-S
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
If you're feeling trapped by porn, sexting, or other sexual behaviors that feel out of control, you're not alone. This weekly group is designed to provide accessible, affordable help for those struggling with unwanted sexual behaviors. We support in each other in growing toward healthy sexuality and relationships. The group is currently running and space is limited, so please contact us for more details.
Sex Addiction Recovery Education and Therapy for the addict and their spouses.
Hosted by Paul R Booth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPCC, MFT, MAC, CSAT, CMAT
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
Sex Addiction Recovery Education and Therapy for the addict and their spouses.
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Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
Hosted by Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Group meets in Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
90 minute therapy group for adult males meets weekly for twelve sessions to address sexually compulsive behaviors. Group size is limited to 8 members. There are 2-3 pre-screening interviews required prior to joining group. Fee is $75.00 per week. Psychoeducation, process work and weekly homework assignments are integrated in treatment. Call phone number listed above to arrange an interview and for further information.
Hosted by Jackson Sousa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S, CSAT-S, CST, CATC-IV
Group meets in Westlake Village, CA 91361
90 minute therapy group for adult males meets weekly for twelve sessions to address sexually compulsive behaviors. Group size is limited to 8 members. There are 2-3 pre-screening interviews required prior to joining group. Fee is $75.00 per week. Psychoeducation, process work and weekly homework assignments are integrated in treatment. Call phone number listed above to arrange an interview and for further information.
Partner betrayal is traumatizing. It creates a roller-coaster of emotions, affects you socially, physically, and spiritually, and can send you through periods of self-doubt, hopelessness, and despair. This group will help you cope with emotions, grieve the losses, communicate your needs, and reclaim your power. The group format will include education about betrayal trauma, and time to process your thoughts and feelings with other betrayed partners. This Group is virtual and serves people from California
Hosted by Annie Finch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, CSAT, CADC I
Group meets in Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Partner betrayal is traumatizing. It creates a roller-coaster of emotions, affects you socially, physically, and spiritually, and can send you through periods of self-doubt, hopelessness, and despair. This group will help you cope with emotions, grieve the losses, communicate your needs, and reclaim your power. The group format will include education about betrayal trauma, and time to process your thoughts and feelings with other betrayed partners. This Group is virtual and serves people from California
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In a world where struggle often goes unseen and the fight for recovery feels like a solo battle, you are not alone. Our Sex Addiction Recovery Workgroup is designed from the ground up to provide a haven for healing, growth, and transformation. Led by Duane Osterlind and his compassionate team, we offer a safe space for individuals struggling with sex addiction, porn addicts, and persons on the path to recovery. You can heal yourself and your relationships. Start now! Call for a free 15-minute consultation.
Hosted by Duane Osterlind
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT-S
Group meets in Garden Grove, CA 92845
In a world where struggle often goes unseen and the fight for recovery feels like a solo battle, you are not alone. Our Sex Addiction Recovery Workgroup is designed from the ground up to provide a haven for healing, growth, and transformation. Led by Duane Osterlind and his compassionate team, we offer a safe space for individuals struggling with sex addiction, porn addicts, and persons on the path to recovery. You can heal yourself and your relationships. Start now! Call for a free 15-minute consultation.
Learn how to better communicate, tackle sex and intimacy issues, make your relationship a priority, and develop skills to better handle conflict. Perhaps you've struggled with long-standing issues, and whether to get professional help. You want things to change but don't know how to go about it and just feel stuck. *Fighting over money, sex, chores, or parenting; *Not making your relationship a priority, *Coping with an affair; *Feeling alone and disconnected. You are not alone. Learn to feel more connected and secure in your relationships and in who you are. Complementary consultation required to qualify.
Hosted by LGBTpsychologist.com - Dr. Gilbert Chalepas
Psychologist, PsyD
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Learn how to better communicate, tackle sex and intimacy issues, make your relationship a priority, and develop skills to better handle conflict. Perhaps you've struggled with long-standing issues, and whether to get professional help. You want things to change but don't know how to go about it and just feel stuck. *Fighting over money, sex, chores, or parenting; *Not making your relationship a priority, *Coping with an affair; *Feeling alone and disconnected. You are not alone. Learn to feel more connected and secure in your relationships and in who you are. Complementary consultation required to qualify.
This group provides a safe non judgmental space for clients who are struggling with Sexually Compulsive Behaviors. The group is mindfully based and is facilitated by me. The group meets every Monday 6-730 pm
Hosted by Darrin G Ford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT-S, CPTT-S, MBAT-S
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90806
This group provides a safe non judgmental space for clients who are struggling with Sexually Compulsive Behaviors. The group is mindfully based and is facilitated by me. The group meets every Monday 6-730 pm
(1-2 spots left as of 4/27/23) Ongoing group. Via Zoom. For CA clients. Are you trying to break free of compulsive sexual behaviors? Recovery from sex addiction involves being honest, accountable, and seen by men that speak a similar language. In the group, members learn specific tools to contain and eliminate their problematic behavior(s) in a safe, supportive environment, while simultaneously growing in intimacy with other group members. Clients can use these groups to restore sexual health, intimacy and integrity in their lives. The group is facilitated by Don Diva, Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT).
Hosted by Don Diva
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT, CMAT
Group meets in Santa Ana, CA 92701
(1-2 spots left as of 4/27/23) Ongoing group. Via Zoom. For CA clients. Are you trying to break free of compulsive sexual behaviors? Recovery from sex addiction involves being honest, accountable, and seen by men that speak a similar language. In the group, members learn specific tools to contain and eliminate their problematic behavior(s) in a safe, supportive environment, while simultaneously growing in intimacy with other group members. Clients can use these groups to restore sexual health, intimacy and integrity in their lives. The group is facilitated by Don Diva, Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT).
An interactive healing experience for men seeking recovery, not just sobriety. If you have been caught in sexual integrity issues in your primary relationship, and want to find practical ways to not only change your behavior, but become the man you know you should be, then working with other men that seek to do the same things is the most effective way to do that.
Hosted by Kyle Keffer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CPTT, CCBRT, EMDR
Group meets in Irvine, CA 92618
An interactive healing experience for men seeking recovery, not just sobriety. If you have been caught in sexual integrity issues in your primary relationship, and want to find practical ways to not only change your behavior, but become the man you know you should be, then working with other men that seek to do the same things is the most effective way to do that.
The discovery of infidelity is absolutely devastating. It can trigger feelings of grief, confusion, anger, sadness, fear, and shame. It can leave you feeling totally alone and disoriented. Unsure of how to move forward. You’re not alone. What you’re experiencing and feeling is a normal response to a traumatic experience. Infidelity rocks a relationship, but it doesn’t have to mean the relationship is over. Relationships can even grow stronger. It takes a lot of work. This group supports you as you heal from betrayal trauma with others who just get it and an expert guide. VIRTUAL GROUP.
Hosted by Lauren Consul
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, JD
Group meets in Newport Beach, CA 92660
The discovery of infidelity is absolutely devastating. It can trigger feelings of grief, confusion, anger, sadness, fear, and shame. It can leave you feeling totally alone and disoriented. Unsure of how to move forward. You’re not alone. What you’re experiencing and feeling is a normal response to a traumatic experience. Infidelity rocks a relationship, but it doesn’t have to mean the relationship is over. Relationships can even grow stronger. It takes a lot of work. This group supports you as you heal from betrayal trauma with others who just get it and an expert guide. VIRTUAL GROUP.
For people recovering from the trauma of discovering the infidelity and sexually compulsive behavior of their partners. The group offers therapist-facilitated support from a trauma and empowerment perspective, building resources, and supporting healthy boundary setting. Call for interview - required prior to joining.
Hosted by Martha 'Marty' Simpson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CPTT
Group meets in Woodland Hills, CA 91303
For people recovering from the trauma of discovering the infidelity and sexually compulsive behavior of their partners. The group offers therapist-facilitated support from a trauma and empowerment perspective, building resources, and supporting healthy boundary setting. Call for interview - required prior to joining.
Stay sober and learn to recover healthy sexuality with the support of fellow men.
Hosted by Center for Healthy Sex
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CSAT-S
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
Stay sober and learn to recover healthy sexuality with the support of fellow men.
This group helps women comfortably explore the barriers to sex, including physiological, social and psychological. Women support each other as Kimberly discusses the complexities of sexual desire in context of each individuals' sexual development and personal story.
Hosted by Kimberly Resnick Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, AASECT
Group meets in North Hollywood, CA 91601
This group helps women comfortably explore the barriers to sex, including physiological, social and psychological. Women support each other as Kimberly discusses the complexities of sexual desire in context of each individuals' sexual development and personal story.
Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
Hosted by Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Group meets in Bakersfield, CA 93309
Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
Hosted by Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Group meets in Santa Monica, CA 90401
Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
Weekly intensive group therapy focused on living with sexual integrity. Each session is 50 minutes and is conducted via Zoom. Topics discussed include infidelity, porn/lust, risky sexual behaviors, and other unwanted behaviors. This is a safe space for men to take off their “mask,” practice honesty/vulnerability, develop an accountability network, and learn from others on the same journey. During the sessions, we share our struggles and successes. We develop solutions for difficult situations. We delve deeper into the underlying issues that hinder growth. We study books and selected readings to gain greater understanding.
If you're looking for a group in which men complain to each other about feeling marginalized in our ever-changing society, this ain't that group. If you're looking to forge supportive and nurturing relationships with other men in order to shed the loneliness of addiction, reduce the shame around your behaviors, and find a deep sense of belonging, this is the right group for you. The group is limited to 7 members. Currently accepting new members. Drop me a line and I'll tell you more about it.
Hosted by Ryan Levin - Sex Therapist (CSAT)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90024
If you're looking for a group in which men complain to each other about feeling marginalized in our ever-changing society, this ain't that group. If you're looking to forge supportive and nurturing relationships with other men in order to shed the loneliness of addiction, reduce the shame around your behaviors, and find a deep sense of belonging, this is the right group for you. The group is limited to 7 members. Currently accepting new members. Drop me a line and I'll tell you more about it.
This group is a structured, time-limited group that helps group members learn the foundations of sex addiction recovery. Group members are provided with support and tools to begin the recovery process or add to their existing tools.
Hosted by Dan Drake
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, CSAT-S, CCPS-S, CCDG-M
Group meets in Studio City, CA 91604
This group is a structured, time-limited group that helps group members learn the foundations of sex addiction recovery. Group members are provided with support and tools to begin the recovery process or add to their existing tools.
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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.