Sexual Addiction Therapists in Suwanee, GA

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Michael Sytsma
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CST, CSAS, CPCS
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
You will find gentle care combined with strong direction for couples in crisis in my office. My training in marriage and family therapy, sex therapy, and addictionology and over two decades of experience provide the background to help you with your marriage and sexual issues. The majority of clients in my practice are couples rebuilding emotional and physical intimacy after an affair or sexual addiction . Couples with other sexual issues (especially sexual desire, painful sex, inability to orgasm or unconsummated marriages), couples falling out of love, and couples struggling to communicate also find help in my office.
(770) 822-4505
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Lorraine K Wrage
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CST, CCPS, NCC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I am APSATS trained as a Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS) to help women who have been betrayed in their relationship by a spouse (or other significant person) struggling with sexual addiction , porn addiction, or those who have had affairs.
I specialize in marriage counseling, affair recovery, and helping women whose spouse is struggling with problematic sexual behavior. Hope begins when you get unstuck and find a way forward. I understand the pain, anxiety, and loneliness that comes when a marriage relationship has drifted apart or even has been shattered by cheating or addictive behaviors. I also know that if both partners are willing to do the work, they can build an intimate marriage #2 that is vibrant, connected, and joyful. My clients have said they "feel comfortable", "cared for", "given hope", "found a way forward", and "feel so much better after therapy".
(678) 374-2568
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Deanne Beaton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT, EMDR, DBT, PIT
Verified
Verified
I work diligently to provide a safe place for individuals and couples seeking to address issues such as relationship dysfunction, depression, anxiety, addiction, codependency, and trauma, especially where these issues negatively impact a client's ability to maintain a sense of reverence for self or connection and intimacy with others. I discover with each client his or her strengths and ways to utilize these strengths to facilitate growth and healing. I combine a knowledge of psychotherapeutic strategies for healing with spiritual principles to weave a pathway for growth and healing for each precious soul.
(678) 971-0176
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Dyan Auterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA, CCTP
Verified
Verified
Supporting and encouraging the broken hearted through grace, understanding, and love. Transparent connection and hope can heal, restore and revitalize what you are destined to be. Understanding how to overcome obstacles and release burdens can bridge the gap towards true healing.
(678) 616-2707
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Audretta Jamison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals or couples who are struggling with life’s transitions, such as those dealing with empty nesting, job transitions, divorce. I specialize in working with persons who have experienced abuse or trauma, or those who are attempting to navigate relationship difficulties.
(678) 853-7174
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Lisa Patzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
One of my greatest joys in life is my career as a professional counselor. It's so gratifying to work with my clients and help them reach their respective goals. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families treating their depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I also work with all types of addictions and destructive behaviors, helping my clients develop a healthier lifestyle. I encourage my clients to believe in themselves. It's my belief that with help, open-mindedness, and willingness to take action, clients can positively influence their destiny. During each session, aspirations and positive progress are addressed.
(404) 882-6952
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Corrie Brewton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you struggle to communicate or connect emotionally with your partner? Are you and your partner having trouble with your sexual relationship or had an affair? Do you feel like your anxiety, depression, sexual/porn addiction or trauma are getting in the way your life and relationships? I can you help you address your relational or mental health issues so you can feel more connected and emotionally steady. Research shows that you need to have a good relationship with your therapist in order to succeed in counseling, so I work hard to create an environment calm, trusting environment.
(470) 689-0300 x106
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Paraclete Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling all alone walking this path called “life”? Are you feeling stuck and wondering if there is more to life than what you’ve discovered? Are you wanting more from your marriage, your relationship with your kids, your career, or yourself? Here at Paraclete, we want to walk alongside you in your journey. The word Paraclete comes from the Greek word 'parákletos', which means "one who comes along beside." That is exactly what we do here at Paraclete Counseling. We come along beside you, whether it's struggling with depression or feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety - we're here to help.
(470) 236-5296
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Pierre Joseph Samaan Phd
Pastoral Counselor, PhD
Dr. Samaan brings over 30 years of experience into each counseling session. He has deep expertise and specializations that came from a history of credentialed education; Church Pastoral staff, Psychiatric hospital training and employment, Psychiatric Aid, Certified Addictions Professional (CAP) Instructor, Police Chaplaincy, and specialized certifications in Family Therapy, Marriage Therapy, Adolescent Therapy, Crisis & Abuse Therapy, Sexual & Sex Abuse Therapy, and Substance Abuse & Addiction Therapy.
(470) 486-6112
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Ellen J. Biros
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW, C-PD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am a strong believer in therapy! There is a true advantage in talking through problems with someone who can offer objective feedback. A therapist can offer a different insight from friends and family. I believe that therapy is all about communication, both verbal and physical.
(678) 680-8637
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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S Lashay Dowley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFT, LPC, CST, NCC, CPCS
Verified
Verified
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(470) 291-2243
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Healing Minds Institute
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD , LPC , LCMH, SAP, MAC
Verified
Verified
HMI has a diverse group of therapists that can meet your personal goals, needs, and all of your expectations. No matter what your issues may be HMI has trained staff that can help you recover from any traumatic event in your life. HMI is based on the belief that "We're here to help you become a better you" and will do everything within the legal parameters to help you achieve your goals.
(706) 917-8121
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Northeast Georgia Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
If you feel out of control and struggle with impulsive choices, I can help. I use the DBT to help you stop destructive behaviors, increase your probability of positive emotions and decrease your probability of negative emotions. I have 10 years of experience helping clients reduce or stop suicidal, self harm, sexual acting out, drug or alcohol and toxic relationship behaviors. My goal is to help my clients reach a life worth living, meet life on life's terms, enjoy successes and negotiate problems with self respect and confidence. Schedule an appointment today to see if I can help you or your loved one.
(770) 271-5040
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Suwanee, GA 30024
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Cindy Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, EMDR, CMAT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I would be honored to walk along side you in your journey to health and well being. My clinical interests include anxiety and depression, trauma, sexual addiction problems, couples therapy, parenting skills, past childhood attachment issues, the integration of faith in the healing process, communication patterns and the role of the family in growth and change.
(770) 676-7748 x104
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Norcross, GA 30092
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Karen S Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC, CSAT, CCPS
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Perhaps along the way your relationship has changed. The connection you once had seems shallow and distant. It's hard to find your way back to one another. Whether you are experiencing loss, betrayal, sexual addiction , sexual difficulties, or general relationship struggles - you are not alone. It is normal to hurt - it is possible to heal. As a CSAT - Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, an APSATS trained CCPS - Certified Clinical Partner Specialist, and a candidate for Certified Sex Therapist, I will journey with you to establish trust, find your voice, and rebuild intimacy.
(770) 629-8988
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Sugar Hill, GA 30518
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Lanny Ledford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, EMDR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in both pornography & sexual addiction recovery along with trauma focused EMDR therapy to help with PTSD as well as betrayal trauma. I also effectively help individuals struggling with a variety of other issues like depression, anxiety, P.T.S.D., chemical dependency, codependence, relational issues, and grief. Over the past two decades I have helped individuals discover how to heal, recover, and reclaim their lives.
(678) 374-1961
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Buford, GA 30518
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Hidden River Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Kendall is passionate about joining men and women on their journey towards healing and freedom. He believes that one's path towards healing and freedom cannot be fully realized outside of one's dependence on a source more powerful than themselves. Kendall has extensive experience working within the secular and faith-based environment with people who are searching for the means to rise above sexual addiction , anger, depression, trauma, and various other challenges encountered in life. Kendall works with individuals, families, and groups who long to live a more full life, free of the shackles that have bound them.
(678) 619-0794
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Alpharetta, GA 30022
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Colleen J Taylor
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with depression, anxiety and stress, life balance and healthy choices, troubled relationships, internet and sexual addiction , anger, medical conditions, life transitions and loss.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, or stuck? Are you aware that you aren't the person you used to be, or that you want to be? Are you longing to feel understood or accepted by your partner, friends or family? I have 25 years of experience helping clients identify the situations creating hurt and unhappiness in their lives. Together we work to develop a road map and resources to increase satisfaction in life and your relationships. I provide both Individual and Couples Counseling for adults, young and mid-life professionals including physicians and attorneys, and older adolescents.
(770) 545-6973
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Lawrenceville, GA 30043
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Lisa Christin Southerland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC, CPCS
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience working with adults and teens with a wide variety of concerns including, anxiety disorders, depression, parenting challenges, trauma, grief, life transition, emotional disturbances, sexual addiction , impulsivity, and behavioral issues.
Hi there! My name is Lisa Southerland and I am a licensed professional counselor and certified professional counselor supervisor. I approach counseling from an integrated perspective using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) along with looking at attachment relationships and the impact of trauma on the overall well-being of a person. It is not my goal to simply "fix the problem" but to work with clients to build social connections, empowerment, and increase coping skills for long-term success and well-being.
(678) 736-5909
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Buford, GA 30519
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Robert Gillette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Additionally, I have experience working with men's issues, bipolar disorder, anger management, couples counseling, sexual difficulties, relationships, sexual preference, and sexual addiction .
Your current life situations do not have to predict your tomorrow. If you are ready to move away from the past I can help. My passion is to help others find freedom from the issues that are causing difficulties and pain. Freedom comes from resolving the issues that are causing the difficulties. Freedom can be found in many forms such as: mending relationships, putting an addiction to rest, developing boundaries, facing depression and anxiety or rebuilding a broken marriage. The road to tomorrow is paved by the work you do today.
(404) 994-6177
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Cumming, GA 30040
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Sexual Addiction Therapists

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.