Sexual Addiction Therapists in Clare County, MI
Hello, my name is Andrea, and I love listening to everyone's life stories, no matter where they are on their journey—from the innocence of early childhood at just three years old to the rich experiences of old age. Every moment in life, whether it brings happiness or presents complex challenges, plays a vital role in shaping who you are and reflects the resilience that resides within you. My role is to walk alongside you, offering guidance and encouragement as you pursue your goals.
Hello, my name is Andrea, and I love listening to everyone's life stories, no matter where they are on their journey—from the innocence of early childhood at just three years old to the rich experiences of old age. Every moment in life, whether it brings happiness or presents complex challenges, plays a vital role in shaping who you are and reflects the resilience that resides within you. My role is to walk alongside you, offering guidance and encouragement as you pursue your goals.
I offer compassionate guidance through life’s struggles. You do not have to go it alone, help is available. Do not be afraid to reach out; we all need a shoulder. Whether it be a new situation or something that has gone on for years, I am here to help. I can help you navigate the course to YOUR life worth living!
I offer compassionate guidance through life’s struggles. You do not have to go it alone, help is available. Do not be afraid to reach out; we all need a shoulder. Whether it be a new situation or something that has gone on for years, I am here to help. I can help you navigate the course to YOUR life worth living!
Online Therapists
West Michigan Wellness Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Byron Center, MI 49315
At some point in life, everyone gets stuck. Stuck in a difficult relationship, in depression or anxiety, on an unfulfilling or stalled career path, or maybe stuck on a past wound or trauma. You may be wondering, “How do I get out of this mess?” You don’t need to struggle alone. That’s why at West Michigan Wellness Group, we make it simple to start moving forward. 1) Contact us today. 2) Start a conversation. 3) Move forward towards wellness. Our boutique counseling practice will help you tailor a plan for wellness and meet the individual needs of you and your family.
At some point in life, everyone gets stuck. Stuck in a difficult relationship, in depression or anxiety, on an unfulfilling or stalled career path, or maybe stuck on a past wound or trauma. You may be wondering, “How do I get out of this mess?” You don’t need to struggle alone. That’s why at West Michigan Wellness Group, we make it simple to start moving forward. 1) Contact us today. 2) Start a conversation. 3) Move forward towards wellness. Our boutique counseling practice will help you tailor a plan for wellness and meet the individual needs of you and your family.
Life can feel especially heavy when you are facing grief, big transitions, health challenges, relationship strain, or patterns that no longer serve you. You deserve a space where you are understood and supported, not judged. I help teens and adults slow things down, make sense of what’s happening, and move toward increased confidence, clarity, and emotional steadiness. Whether you’re coping with medical issues, substance use, family conflict, or major life changes, therapy can give you room to breathe and a path forward.
Life can feel especially heavy when you are facing grief, big transitions, health challenges, relationship strain, or patterns that no longer serve you. You deserve a space where you are understood and supported, not judged. I help teens and adults slow things down, make sense of what’s happening, and move toward increased confidence, clarity, and emotional steadiness. Whether you’re coping with medical issues, substance use, family conflict, or major life changes, therapy can give you room to breathe and a path forward.
Accepting new virtual clients!
(IFS / Parts Work)
Ages 15 - Adult!
Are there limiting or dysfunctional behaviors, beliefs, or patterns that keep showing up in your world that keep you from fully living? Do yout continue to struggle with challenges from your past (abuse, sexual trauma, etc), no matter how hard we try to fix it or how hard we run from it (physically or with substance).
You absolutely CAN get past the challenges that are keeping you from living your best self. I've been in that tough space. I get it. You don't have to do it alone.
Accepting new virtual clients!
(IFS / Parts Work)
Ages 15 - Adult!
Are there limiting or dysfunctional behaviors, beliefs, or patterns that keep showing up in your world that keep you from fully living? Do yout continue to struggle with challenges from your past (abuse, sexual trauma, etc), no matter how hard we try to fix it or how hard we run from it (physically or with substance).
You absolutely CAN get past the challenges that are keeping you from living your best self. I've been in that tough space. I get it. You don't have to do it alone.
Many people come to therapy feeling like they’ve had to handle life on their own for far too long. Maybe you learned early how to be strong, self-reliant, or emotionally contained because support wasn’t consistently available. Even now, you might appear capable on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to ask for what you need. Therapy can be a place where you finally don’t have to carry everything alone.
I work from a deeply relational and authentic approach. I believe healing happens in the context of safe connection, where you feel seen, understood, and accepted without judgment.
Many people come to therapy feeling like they’ve had to handle life on their own for far too long. Maybe you learned early how to be strong, self-reliant, or emotionally contained because support wasn’t consistently available. Even now, you might appear capable on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to ask for what you need. Therapy can be a place where you finally don’t have to carry everything alone.
I work from a deeply relational and authentic approach. I believe healing happens in the context of safe connection, where you feel seen, understood, and accepted without judgment.
I understand that trauma can be a barrier to living a full life. I also understand that anxiety and depression can be completely debilitating. My goal in private practice is to help you learn about your deepest self, develop healthy coping skills, become your best self advocate, and achieve the highest quality of life through cognitive behavioral and solution focused therapy. If you are in need of specific resources or community services, I walk alongside my clients to identify needs and coordinate services. I enjoy working with clients and professionals at all stages of mental health wellness.
I understand that trauma can be a barrier to living a full life. I also understand that anxiety and depression can be completely debilitating. My goal in private practice is to help you learn about your deepest self, develop healthy coping skills, become your best self advocate, and achieve the highest quality of life through cognitive behavioral and solution focused therapy. If you are in need of specific resources or community services, I walk alongside my clients to identify needs and coordinate services. I enjoy working with clients and professionals at all stages of mental health wellness.
The Wellness Institute of Michigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
If you would like help with issues regarding daily life, work, family, blended families, academics, life decisions, gender identity we can help. If you have feelings of fatigue, worry, and being overwhelmed we can assist you. We operate a group practice with several therapists in three locations. In your initial call to us we listen carefully to understand what your needs are and then match you with the best method of treatment and therapist to help you. We understand that calling for counseling is an important choice and offer excellent customer service to facilitate the process. We provide highly professional services in a peaceful setting.
We are looking to help individuals with suicidal ideation, self harm, trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, grief, work stress, or life changes. Email or call to make a appointment.
We are looking to help individuals with suicidal ideation, self harm, trauma, depression, PTSD, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, grief, work stress, or life changes. Email or call to make a appointment.
Have 35 + years of experience in mental health and substance abuse issues Work with addictive behaviors includes money, gambling , sexual addiction,and internet addiction,.
If you are feeling stuck and would like to move forward and create a better picture for your life feel free to call for a free consultation . Let me help you empower yourself.
Have 35 + years of experience in mental health and substance abuse issues Work with addictive behaviors includes money, gambling , sexual addiction,and internet addiction,.
If you are feeling stuck and would like to move forward and create a better picture for your life feel free to call for a free consultation . Let me help you empower yourself.
Do you spend a lot of your time feeling guilt for past mistakes, or worrying about what could happen in the future - all the while forgetting to live right here right now? Know that you are not alone. Many of us have stopped living in the moment and instead have invested our precious and limited time in the guilt/worry cycle. Does this sound familiar? If this resonates with you know there are ways to break the cycle and begin to live, love and enjoy life by embracing the moment.
Do you spend a lot of your time feeling guilt for past mistakes, or worrying about what could happen in the future - all the while forgetting to live right here right now? Know that you are not alone. Many of us have stopped living in the moment and instead have invested our precious and limited time in the guilt/worry cycle. Does this sound familiar? If this resonates with you know there are ways to break the cycle and begin to live, love and enjoy life by embracing the moment.
I would be honored to walk alongside you to provide the support and guidance you seek on your journey to mental health and wellness. I am passionate about building a strong therapeutic alliance, creating an atmosphere of personal growth and development, and engaging with your distinctive story in a warm and caring environment.
I would be honored to walk alongside you to provide the support and guidance you seek on your journey to mental health and wellness. I am passionate about building a strong therapeutic alliance, creating an atmosphere of personal growth and development, and engaging with your distinctive story in a warm and caring environment.
Are you experiencing increased stress, anxiety, low motivation, or emotional fatigue? I help adults navigate complex life challenges with greater stability, clarity, and confidence. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction in any form, adult ADHD, and mood changes connected to health and lifestyle transitions, including GLP-1 medication use and menopause-related emotional shifts. I also support people who want help staying motivated, consistent, and emotionally balanced while working on personal or health related goals. I am IFS trained.
Are you experiencing increased stress, anxiety, low motivation, or emotional fatigue? I help adults navigate complex life challenges with greater stability, clarity, and confidence. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction in any form, adult ADHD, and mood changes connected to health and lifestyle transitions, including GLP-1 medication use and menopause-related emotional shifts. I also support people who want help staying motivated, consistent, and emotionally balanced while working on personal or health related goals. I am IFS trained.
Konfara Counseling and Supervision
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
3 Endorsed
Holland, MI 49423
People enter into a counseling relationship when nothing else seems to be working. Although most people soon make comments such as, “(Counseling) was a lot better than I thought it would be”, few people seek counseling as a first option. More often we seek out techniques that either help us to temporarily avoid (e.g., media, social networking) our anxiety, or we seek temporary shots of pleasure (e.g., alcohol, food, pornography) that make us feel good for a short time. Soon enough we realize that all of these things leave us feeling more hollow and lonely, and that is when we start thinking about counseling.
People enter into a counseling relationship when nothing else seems to be working. Although most people soon make comments such as, “(Counseling) was a lot better than I thought it would be”, few people seek counseling as a first option. More often we seek out techniques that either help us to temporarily avoid (e.g., media, social networking) our anxiety, or we seek temporary shots of pleasure (e.g., alcohol, food, pornography) that make us feel good for a short time. Soon enough we realize that all of these things leave us feeling more hollow and lonely, and that is when we start thinking about counseling.
You have mastered the art of distraction.
Another weekend lost to scrolling, binge-watching, or numbing out—knowing deep down that this isn't how you want to live. You’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, and tried all the "right" things. Still, you feel stuck—trapped in your head, weighed down by patterns you can't quite name or shake.
You’ve had moments of clarity, glimpses of the life you know is possible. But they always seem just out of reach.
It doesn’t have to stay this way.
I help clients uncover and heal the deeper roots of what’s keeping them stuck—beyond the surface symptoms.
You have mastered the art of distraction.
Another weekend lost to scrolling, binge-watching, or numbing out—knowing deep down that this isn't how you want to live. You’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, and tried all the "right" things. Still, you feel stuck—trapped in your head, weighed down by patterns you can't quite name or shake.
You’ve had moments of clarity, glimpses of the life you know is possible. But they always seem just out of reach.
It doesn’t have to stay this way.
I help clients uncover and heal the deeper roots of what’s keeping them stuck—beyond the surface symptoms.
If you are someone who is struggling with trauma resulting in depression and low self esteem, making you feel depressed, anxious, and unable to more forward in life, feeling "stuck," you are someone I believe I can help. If you would like to feel how good life can be as a more whole and integrated person, I thrive on helping people discover their purpose and potential. WIth clear goals in mind I wil collaborate with you to develop a holistic treatment plan which will help you feel like it is a joy to live life and "seize the day" every day.
If you are someone who is struggling with trauma resulting in depression and low self esteem, making you feel depressed, anxious, and unable to more forward in life, feeling "stuck," you are someone I believe I can help. If you would like to feel how good life can be as a more whole and integrated person, I thrive on helping people discover their purpose and potential. WIth clear goals in mind I wil collaborate with you to develop a holistic treatment plan which will help you feel like it is a joy to live life and "seize the day" every day.
Kelly Ibarra
Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR, CSAT, EFT ACS, LPC SCL, ADHD
5 Endorsed
Byron Center, MI 49315
As a previous partner of 14 years to an individual recovering from sexual addiction, I know this space personally and professionally.
I know you're "fine, totally fine, absolutely fine", but just in case you're a little "not fine", I am so glad that you found your way here! Many adversities heal on their own, just like small cuts on the skin. However, some experiences overwhelm the nervous system's capacity; preventing the system from resolving the stuck that is causing the yuck. In a trauma informed way I specialize in human sexuality; specifically intimacy & courtship disorders that include: compulsive sexual behavior (sex, love, and porn addiction), affairs, betrayal trauma, kink, fetish, paraphilia, & toxic relational patterns. This is a safe place to heal.
As a previous partner of 14 years to an individual recovering from sexual addiction, I know this space personally and professionally.
I know you're "fine, totally fine, absolutely fine", but just in case you're a little "not fine", I am so glad that you found your way here! Many adversities heal on their own, just like small cuts on the skin. However, some experiences overwhelm the nervous system's capacity; preventing the system from resolving the stuck that is causing the yuck. In a trauma informed way I specialize in human sexuality; specifically intimacy & courtship disorders that include: compulsive sexual behavior (sex, love, and porn addiction), affairs, betrayal trauma, kink, fetish, paraphilia, & toxic relational patterns. This is a safe place to heal.
I believe that therapy is the client and therapist coming together to work as a team; you are the expert of your life and I have the knowledge and tools to help you master your life in whatever way you desire. I value cognitive behavioral and reality therapy to give my clients the realistic tools to help them grab hold of their lives again and feel hope for their futures. Since becoming a therapist, I have worked mostly with trauma, abuse, personality disorders and marital/communication concerns. I have a heart for teaching people healthy boundaries and communication no matter the mental health concern.
I believe that therapy is the client and therapist coming together to work as a team; you are the expert of your life and I have the knowledge and tools to help you master your life in whatever way you desire. I value cognitive behavioral and reality therapy to give my clients the realistic tools to help them grab hold of their lives again and feel hope for their futures. Since becoming a therapist, I have worked mostly with trauma, abuse, personality disorders and marital/communication concerns. I have a heart for teaching people healthy boundaries and communication no matter the mental health concern.
Struggling with anxiety, trauma, burnout, or grief? You don't have to face it alone. I'm Dr. Nathanael Stephens, a licensed psychologist offering warm, evidence-based therapy tailored to your needs — drawing on CBT, EMDR, IFS, and more.
I have specialized doctoral research in occupational burnout, and I'm fluent in American Sign Language, offering direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients — no interpreter needed.
Available in-person in Lansing and via teletherapy. Call or email for a free 15-minute consultation.
Struggling with anxiety, trauma, burnout, or grief? You don't have to face it alone. I'm Dr. Nathanael Stephens, a licensed psychologist offering warm, evidence-based therapy tailored to your needs — drawing on CBT, EMDR, IFS, and more.
I have specialized doctoral research in occupational burnout, and I'm fluent in American Sign Language, offering direct therapy to Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients — no interpreter needed.
Available in-person in Lansing and via teletherapy. Call or email for a free 15-minute consultation.
We know it is often hard to figure out how to determine what type of Therapy is needed for you and your family. We are here to assist you in every step of the way, making sure that you are getting the personable service that benefits you individually. Our focus is always on our client(s) needs and HEALING. We are here to provide you with HOPE, and the tools needed to reach your goals so that you can live a productive life.
We know it is often hard to figure out how to determine what type of Therapy is needed for you and your family. We are here to assist you in every step of the way, making sure that you are getting the personable service that benefits you individually. Our focus is always on our client(s) needs and HEALING. We are here to provide you with HOPE, and the tools needed to reach your goals so that you can live a productive life.
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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.