Sexual Addiction Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
Do you struggle with compulsive sexual behaviors? Or are you a partner of someone who does? Maybe your family of origin has created unhealthy beliefs, causing maladaptive coping mechanisms that are impacting your emotional and relational attachment to yourself and others. You deserve to live a life you’re excited about that is free of addiction and trauma. I can help you get there. I specialize in working with sexual and relationship addictions/dysfunctions, betrayal trauma, and family of origin/attachment trauma issues.
Do you struggle with compulsive sexual behaviors? Or are you a partner of someone who does? Maybe your family of origin has created unhealthy beliefs, causing maladaptive coping mechanisms that are impacting your emotional and relational attachment to yourself and others. You deserve to live a life you’re excited about that is free of addiction and trauma. I can help you get there. I specialize in working with sexual and relationship addictions/dysfunctions, betrayal trauma, and family of origin/attachment trauma issues.
We are not accepting new therapy clients at this time. However, Alexandria Therapy is happy to now offer fully remote Adult Autism and ADHD Assessments (and diagnosis, if appropriate) from the comfort of your own computer or phone, and at your own pace. Thanks to (better late than never) growing research on the ways that neurodivergence presents in girls/women and “high masking” individuals (i.e., those who have learned to compensate for these traits), many adults are now coming to recognize that they may, in fact, have undiagnosed Autism or ADHD. We're here to help you figure it out, and we make the process quick and easy!
We are not accepting new therapy clients at this time. However, Alexandria Therapy is happy to now offer fully remote Adult Autism and ADHD Assessments (and diagnosis, if appropriate) from the comfort of your own computer or phone, and at your own pace. Thanks to (better late than never) growing research on the ways that neurodivergence presents in girls/women and “high masking” individuals (i.e., those who have learned to compensate for these traits), many adults are now coming to recognize that they may, in fact, have undiagnosed Autism or ADHD. We're here to help you figure it out, and we make the process quick and easy!
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
Kris Oseth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, LPCC, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I will work with you to illuminate the meaning of your experience and help you practice greater self-acceptance. Therapy goals/counseling/education will be tailored to your unique needs. I may show you how to change your behavior by using Mindfulness/changing your thoughts, recovery/harm reduction tools to address substance use, guidance/education/resources for exploring sexual orientation/gender identity/transitioning/coming out, provide couples/individual work for better communication in relationships, and/or I can apply EMDR/somatic-based approaches for trauma/anxiety and even substance using/behavioral urges.
I will work with you to illuminate the meaning of your experience and help you practice greater self-acceptance. Therapy goals/counseling/education will be tailored to your unique needs. I may show you how to change your behavior by using Mindfulness/changing your thoughts, recovery/harm reduction tools to address substance use, guidance/education/resources for exploring sexual orientation/gender identity/transitioning/coming out, provide couples/individual work for better communication in relationships, and/or I can apply EMDR/somatic-based approaches for trauma/anxiety and even substance using/behavioral urges.
Due to the fact that I do not take insurance most clients can be scheduled within the week. Patrick Trentalange is a dedicated therapist specializing in addiction and mental health treatment. With a Master of Social Work degree and extensive experience, he is known for his empathetic and client-centered approach. Patrick is committed to helping individuals and their families navigate the complexities of addiction and mental health issues, providing support and guidance on their path to recovery. Proficient in both abstinent-based treatment and harm reduction, he tailors his approach to meet the unique needs and goals of his clients
Due to the fact that I do not take insurance most clients can be scheduled within the week. Patrick Trentalange is a dedicated therapist specializing in addiction and mental health treatment. With a Master of Social Work degree and extensive experience, he is known for his empathetic and client-centered approach. Patrick is committed to helping individuals and their families navigate the complexities of addiction and mental health issues, providing support and guidance on their path to recovery. Proficient in both abstinent-based treatment and harm reduction, he tailors his approach to meet the unique needs and goals of his clients
Do you struggle with intimacy issues or feel disconnected in your relationships? Is it affecting your ability to form meaningful connections? Do you feel overwhelmed by the thought of discussing sex and intimacy? Do you wonder if your sex life could be more fulfilling? Now more than ever, people of all genders & sexual orientations are feeling uncertain about overcoming societal stigmas around sex & intimacy. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a fulfilling sexual life! At Sexhale Services LLC, I offer sex therapy and intimacy coaching for adults seeking to enhance their personal & sexual relationship.
Do you struggle with intimacy issues or feel disconnected in your relationships? Is it affecting your ability to form meaningful connections? Do you feel overwhelmed by the thought of discussing sex and intimacy? Do you wonder if your sex life could be more fulfilling? Now more than ever, people of all genders & sexual orientations are feeling uncertain about overcoming societal stigmas around sex & intimacy. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a fulfilling sexual life! At Sexhale Services LLC, I offer sex therapy and intimacy coaching for adults seeking to enhance their personal & sexual relationship.
I obtained my Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in March 2020. I received my bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Spanish from the University of North Carolina in Greensboro in 2013. I have worked in the field of mental health for over 10 years, and have thoroughly enjoyed my time being an outpatient therapist.
I obtained my Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in March 2020. I received my bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Spanish from the University of North Carolina in Greensboro in 2013. I have worked in the field of mental health for over 10 years, and have thoroughly enjoyed my time being an outpatient therapist.
Are you looking for a mental health practice that is able to provide everything you need in one place? Healthy Hearts & Minds is a mental health practice that offers Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management, Crisis Intervention, Intensive Outpatient Treatment and Outpatient Therapy. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy working with people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, adjustment disorder and other mood disorders.
Are you looking for a mental health practice that is able to provide everything you need in one place? Healthy Hearts & Minds is a mental health practice that offers Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management, Crisis Intervention, Intensive Outpatient Treatment and Outpatient Therapy. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy working with people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, adjustment disorder and other mood disorders.
I am a licensed clinical therapist in Virginia (LSCW) and Florida (LCSW) with over 22 years of experience working as a counselor and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and substance abuse-related issues.
I am a licensed clinical therapist in Virginia (LSCW) and Florida (LCSW) with over 22 years of experience working as a counselor and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and substance abuse-related issues.
Healing Touch Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMHC, CSAT, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Where did things go so wrong? Your marriage used to be a source of strength and comfort. Now, it feels like a cage that you can’t escape from. You and your husband avoid each other – staying late at work, running unnecessary chores, and always taking the long way home. When you do spend time together, it feels more like being around a hostile roommate than your “soulmate.” A part of you wants to just call it quits – cut your losses and start over. But what about the kids? What about the future you’ve worked so hard to build? You’re not ready to throw in the towel yet, but you don’t if there’s a way forward. It feels hopeless.
Where did things go so wrong? Your marriage used to be a source of strength and comfort. Now, it feels like a cage that you can’t escape from. You and your husband avoid each other – staying late at work, running unnecessary chores, and always taking the long way home. When you do spend time together, it feels more like being around a hostile roommate than your “soulmate.” A part of you wants to just call it quits – cut your losses and start over. But what about the kids? What about the future you’ve worked so hard to build? You’re not ready to throw in the towel yet, but you don’t if there’s a way forward. It feels hopeless.
I am an LCSW with 20+ years of experience working with adolescents and adults to assist them in addressing life's problems. I believe on focusing on the here and now and how to make you live life to its fullest. If you are struggling and are looking for some help with coping, I welcome the opportunity to learn about your story and join you on the expedition. My goal is to help you heal, and we can explore and identify personal goals to improve your life.
I am an LCSW with 20+ years of experience working with adolescents and adults to assist them in addressing life's problems. I believe on focusing on the here and now and how to make you live life to its fullest. If you are struggling and are looking for some help with coping, I welcome the opportunity to learn about your story and join you on the expedition. My goal is to help you heal, and we can explore and identify personal goals to improve your life.
Eagles Wings Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Compassionate, Bilingual Therapist uniquely trained to treat the sensitive needs of the whole person, integrating Spirituality with Psychology in helping you overcome personal obstacles to living your best life! Specializing in IFS, EFT, inner healing, resolving simple and complex marital issues, career changes, midlife and adolescent struggles, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence. I also offer Clinical Assessments for Immigration Situations dealing with Asylum, Hardship Waivers, U Visa and VAWA cases. Christian Counseling available upon request.
Compassionate, Bilingual Therapist uniquely trained to treat the sensitive needs of the whole person, integrating Spirituality with Psychology in helping you overcome personal obstacles to living your best life! Specializing in IFS, EFT, inner healing, resolving simple and complex marital issues, career changes, midlife and adolescent struggles, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse and domestic violence. I also offer Clinical Assessments for Immigration Situations dealing with Asylum, Hardship Waivers, U Visa and VAWA cases. Christian Counseling available upon request.
Seeking help takes courage and strength. Sometimes we are simply surviving in our lives but desire to thrive. We may struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions, challenging relationships, loss of relationships, loss of self esteem or confidence, etc. I believe there are turning points in our lives when we are ready to work and we need someone who can help us. I have over 22 years working with clients and have been inspired by their strength, persistence, courage, vulnerability, desire to change and hope. Sometimes, when all feels dark and hopeless, we need the help of others. I am happy to help you in your journey.
Seeking help takes courage and strength. Sometimes we are simply surviving in our lives but desire to thrive. We may struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions, challenging relationships, loss of relationships, loss of self esteem or confidence, etc. I believe there are turning points in our lives when we are ready to work and we need someone who can help us. I have over 22 years working with clients and have been inspired by their strength, persistence, courage, vulnerability, desire to change and hope. Sometimes, when all feels dark and hopeless, we need the help of others. I am happy to help you in your journey.
The Family Therapy Center of Old Town
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN MSN, LMFT, PMHCNS, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
At the Family Therapy Center of Old Town we provide mental health services to Individuals and families of all ages. Like the family physician, we will be there as needed when mental health issues arise within families and individuals. Using an integrative bio-psycho-social approach, we provide a comprehensive assessment, evaluation and individualized treatment plan for each client. We work together with each client to implement a treatment plan using the tools that will be most affective in reaching their goals.Together, we help our clients get "unstuck" and move forward to a healthy life balance.
At the Family Therapy Center of Old Town we provide mental health services to Individuals and families of all ages. Like the family physician, we will be there as needed when mental health issues arise within families and individuals. Using an integrative bio-psycho-social approach, we provide a comprehensive assessment, evaluation and individualized treatment plan for each client. We work together with each client to implement a treatment plan using the tools that will be most affective in reaching their goals.Together, we help our clients get "unstuck" and move forward to a healthy life balance.
I provide counseling services to adolescents, adults, and couples. I see people for individual, family, and couples counseling. I also provide grief and substance abuse group counseling. My services for individuals address anxiety, depression; bipolar disorder; trauma, grief; and substance abuse.
I provide counseling services to adolescents, adults, and couples. I see people for individual, family, and couples counseling. I also provide grief and substance abuse group counseling. My services for individuals address anxiety, depression; bipolar disorder; trauma, grief; and substance abuse.
Currently, my practice is full and I cannot accept new clients. I have over 30 years' experience successfully helping people with depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem, relationship and many other issues. I am trained in several therapy modalities including mindfullness-based cognitive behavioral, clinical hypnotherapy, and traditional talk therapy. Using knowledge in brain science and mind/body connection, I can teach you simple techniques for immediate emotional and/or physical relief as well as help with stress, chronic fatique, and fibromyalgia.
Currently, my practice is full and I cannot accept new clients. I have over 30 years' experience successfully helping people with depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem, relationship and many other issues. I am trained in several therapy modalities including mindfullness-based cognitive behavioral, clinical hypnotherapy, and traditional talk therapy. Using knowledge in brain science and mind/body connection, I can teach you simple techniques for immediate emotional and/or physical relief as well as help with stress, chronic fatique, and fibromyalgia.
Marc Patrick Davis
Supervisee in Clinical Social Work, MSW, MT-BC, LMHP-S
Verified Verified
Online Only
Accepting new Telehealth clients! When looking for a therapist, it is critical that we find someone with whom we can be our authentic selves, in an atmosphere without judgement or bias. Marc Davis (he/him) is a Licensed Mental Health Professional-Supervisee in Social Work (LMHP-S), and has received board approval to provide clinical services in social work under supervision. He is a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) and has been practicing professionally for over 12 years. Marc has a bachelor’s degree in music therapy from Berklee College of Music and master’s degree in social work from George Mason University.
Accepting new Telehealth clients! When looking for a therapist, it is critical that we find someone with whom we can be our authentic selves, in an atmosphere without judgement or bias. Marc Davis (he/him) is a Licensed Mental Health Professional-Supervisee in Social Work (LMHP-S), and has received board approval to provide clinical services in social work under supervision. He is a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) and has been practicing professionally for over 12 years. Marc has a bachelor’s degree in music therapy from Berklee College of Music and master’s degree in social work from George Mason University.
What if you could deeply connect with people, trust yourself fully, and wake up excited for life? Difficult life events led you to coping in ways that were vital for surviving in the past, but now they are holding you back from living the life you want. I offer the opportunity for change. I can help you understand these protective parts of yourself, and gain a deeper Self awareness. By working together, we can heal the parts of you that are stuck in the past, and have kept you from moving forward. These parts show up as addiction, anxiety, depression, & self sabotage to distract from the pain beneath.
What if you could deeply connect with people, trust yourself fully, and wake up excited for life? Difficult life events led you to coping in ways that were vital for surviving in the past, but now they are holding you back from living the life you want. I offer the opportunity for change. I can help you understand these protective parts of yourself, and gain a deeper Self awareness. By working together, we can heal the parts of you that are stuck in the past, and have kept you from moving forward. These parts show up as addiction, anxiety, depression, & self sabotage to distract from the pain beneath.
Dr. Matthew V. Bukowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
My ideal client can be anyone. I approach counseling from a wellness model, which means that I believe that people are inherently good, and that people tend to thrive under the right conditions. I am most interested in creating deep and lasting changes, and for most people this is long-term work. My clients tend to find me warm and approachable, but also clear and direct in my communication.
My ideal client can be anyone. I approach counseling from a wellness model, which means that I believe that people are inherently good, and that people tend to thrive under the right conditions. I am most interested in creating deep and lasting changes, and for most people this is long-term work. My clients tend to find me warm and approachable, but also clear and direct in my communication.
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Cheryl Schenck
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22314
If you are the partner of someone struggling with sexual addiction, the pain, confusion and anger can create internal chaos and feel unbearable.
I help you get to deeper sources of your struggle and pain, discover your internal world, and implement new behavior patterns as you connect to your authentic self. I work in a psychodynamic frame, with a composite of other modalities. I am trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. I also work with couples using an EFT approach help partners emotionally attach.
If you are the partner of someone struggling with sexual addiction, the pain, confusion and anger can create internal chaos and feel unbearable.
I help you get to deeper sources of your struggle and pain, discover your internal world, and implement new behavior patterns as you connect to your authentic self. I work in a psychodynamic frame, with a composite of other modalities. I am trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. I also work with couples using an EFT approach help partners emotionally attach.
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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.