Sexual Addiction Therapists in San Diego, CA

I believe that most people want to be emotionally balanced, have deep and meaningful personal relationships and be productive members of their communities. We all have some difficulties in these areas and could use some objective, expert help. I help you identify roadblocks to effective and healthy coping with life's complexities. I offer: couples and family counseling, men's growth groups, men's sexual addiction recovery groups and help for their partner, and individual therapy. I use multiple modalities which EMDR (for trauma, anxiety, and stress relief), Feeling States Addiction Protocols, and Internal Family Systems Therapy.

Does your sexuality feel out of control? Are you struggling to control compulsive sexual behaviors? I can help. I am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT) who can help you break free of these painful behaviors. Additionally, I specialize in couples therapy using Restoration Therapy, EMDR and perform individual and family therapy. As a group practice we work with clients of all backgrounds to help them create a happier and healthier future. Our compassionate, non-judgmental and positive approach will help you to feel comfortable and safe so that you can heal from the unique situation you are facing.

My passion is helping people build healthy and meaningful lives. I am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist trained by Dr. Patrick Carnes, the pioneer in the field of sex addiction. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with all forms of addictions and compulsive behaviors including: sex, pornography, drugs, alcohol, food, work, spending, codependent relationships, etc. I use Attachment-Focused EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Lifespan Integration to help people become free from underlying relational/attachment wounds.

Clients who work with me will find an inviting and collaborative environment where they can bring their “whole” self, the “messy” parts included, and engage in a process to better understand their stories and contexts, while receiving practical suggestions to support their experiences both during and outside of therapy sessions. I enjoy working with clients who wish to get unstuck from repetitive, troublesome, or self-defeating patterns of relating to themselves, others, or their world.

Please visit my website www.connection2life.com I am a stigma free, sex positive, kink aware, sex worker aware, LGBTQ+ friendly therapist. I may be able to help you if you are struggling with depression, out of control sexual behavior, anxiety, self-esteem, alcohol abuse, porn addiction, meth addiction, lack of intimacy, drug abuse, internet addiction, infidelity, trauma and PTSD, grief, transgender, gender identity, substance use, anxiety, stress, sexual addiction , codependency, addiction, sexual abuse, divorce, BDSM, Kink, Poly, Gay, Bisexual Lesbian, Queer, Questioning.

I work with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, relationship issues, traumatic pasts and the general stresses of life. Those feeling empty, drained and at their last stretch can find their second wind with new tools and a new understanding of life.

"Escorts-Pornography-Happy Endings-Hook-Ups-Web Cam Sex- Internet Sex-Betrayal-Addiction-FBSM -Infidelity-Extra-Marital Affairs" Sexual addiction is a syndrome in which some form of sex behavior relates to and negatively affects an individual’s life cognitively and behaviorally. Controversy exists among professionals as to whether the syndrome should be considered sexual addiction , sexual compulsion, hypersexual or possibly a symptom of another mental disorder. Whatever the name, the problem is the same, which includes behavior that is out of control and negatively affecting various aspects of an individual’s life!"

Our clinical specialties: ⯌Premarital & couples therapy ⯌Attachment based dating & parenting ⯌Codependency & emotional maturity ⯌Personal work for therapists ⯌Grief & loss, life stage transitions ⯌Trauma & EMDR therapy ⯌Anorexia, bulimia, & binge eating ⯌Adult children of alcoholics/addicts ⯌Internet & video game addiction ⯌ Sexual addiction & sex worker regret / / Our focus is on how difficult issues like mental illness and relationship conflict are influenced by your family of origin and early attachment experiences with your parents. Sessions with us are focused on learning the lessons that you should have gotten from your family.

My goal is to assist you in working through issues that negatively affect you in your daily life. I have experience working with relationship and family issues, sexual addiction , trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addiction, lack of motivation, and suicidal thoughts. I work with teens and adults in individual, couples, family, and groups.

Licensed MFT therapist, RN, and a Dr. of Psychology and Dr. of Education degrees. Have worked in the field for 35 years. I believe in empowering clients to move forward out of pain and understand their issues. I don't keep people in counseling for no reason. I've worked with ages from 4 years old to age 99. I use sand tray, family systems, cognitive and behavioral therapy, to deal with relationship, sexual addictions, depression, high risk divorce families and marriage conflicts. Worked for 32 years with registered sexual offenders. Nothing you say will shock me or will I judge you.

Dr Silbert promotes healing and strengthening of the capable inner self. The individual is enhanced positively by a belief in the ability to cope with the human condition and the emotional upheaval exacerbated by the winding road of life's journey. From the initial consultation with Dr. Silbert she remains an active verbal participant in your treatment. She most emphatically "listens" and "sees" you in a genuine attempt to validate the importance and significance of what you say and how you are feeling. Evaluation of the problems and strategies for effective intervention are discussed with the individual from the first consult until completion of treatment.

Are you stuck feeling disappointed, hurt, lonely, or betrayed? Are you confused about what you want in your life? Are you unhappy and unsure of how to make positive changes in your relationships? Do you want to make your life more satisfying? I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT certified Sex Therapist. I help people change behaviors and have more satisfying lives and relationships. I help couples improve intimacy and connection, and heal from hurt, disappointment, betrayal and other violations of trust. I help families improve communication, collaboration, and problem solving, and feel more connected to each other.

Do you feel like living with a roommate in marriage? I provide transformative counseling for couples and individual men who want to be empowered to become better partners. There is a way out of chronic stress, irritability, and out of control sexual behavior. I strongly believe that you are so much more than the problems you are facing right now. If you want to be a better partner, parent, or person, contact me and get a free consultation. It is my passion to provide the attention and care you deserve.

"RISE ABOVE THE NOISE AND CHAOS FOR CHANGE AND SUCCESS!" Sex Therapy, Sex Addiction, Sex Compulsion, Pornography Addiction, Betrayal, Infidelity, Escort Addiction, Happy Endings Addiction, Extramarital Affairs, Secrets, Cheating are Problems that can be corrected. The therapeutic alliance with Dr Silbert promotes the desirable change the individual is seeking in treatment. Arousal, Erectile Dysfunction, Impotence, Premature Ejaculation, Delayed Orgasm, Anorgasmia, Sex Aversion, Performance Anxiety are Sex problems treated by Dr Silbert. Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Loss, Divorce, Lack of Control, Emotional Overload treated.

Absolute " sex addiction " elite level expert, 25 years 40,000 hours "sex addiction" specialist therapy provided brings better insights. Evidence based research oriented treating of “Sex Addiction” Infidelity/Cheating/Affairs, Prostitution,Seeking Arrangements, Apps, Strip Clubs Massage Parlors, Sex Misconduct, Certified Specialist. I created government funded sexual misbehavior programs, utilizing highly effective clinical models. I use the most up to date understandings to have you not act out self destructive actions while simultaneously loving yourself and the life you have. I love to help my clients correct these behaviors.

I believe that each person has a unique purpose. Life presents with situations where depression, addiction, anxiety, eating too much, eating too little, low self-esteem, and no self-identity can distract a person from finding this unique purpose. I like to explore a variety of issues that keep you from experiencing your purpose in life and help you find your meaning and make sense of that meaning.

Everyone, at one time or another, encounters challenging experiences which can leave a lasting, negative effect. These challenging or traumatic experiences can leave wounds of shame that can hinder one from being they're true, authentic self. Depression, anxiety, OCD, lowered self esteem and other negative effects can result. I specialize in helping people heal these wounds and resolve the negative effects which results in living a more authentic and assertive life. We will journey and collaborate together to help you achieve your goals. I work with teens, individuals, couples and families on a variety of areas.

Have you been asked by a wife, husband, partner, significant other or employer to make changes in your sexual behavior? Do you find it difficult to change? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with men who struggle with consensual Out of Control Sexual Behavior. I provide assessment, individual and group therapy for men who are experiencing Out of Control Sexual Behavior.