Sex is a normal and healthy part of the human experience. However, sometimes it can become an obsession masking deeper issues. A sex addiction is not simply about needing sex all of the time. It is an enslaving compulsion that can affect everyone close to you.
Like all addictions, a sex addiction starts as an escape from another problem. Someone struggling with a sex addiction pursues their pleasure secretly at first, but as the compulsion develops and intensifies, the behaviors often increase in risk. The addict also becomes less cautious or concerned about others finding out. Over time, their behaviors become more destructive to both themselves and their loved ones.
Polaris Counseling provides specialized sex counseling for the greater Chicago area, including the cities of: Naperville, Oswego, Plainfield, Aurora, West Chicago, Romeoville, Lockport, Wheaton, and more!.
Types of Sex Addiction
Sexual addiction is not simply about needing sex all of the time. It is a serious addiction that affects everyone close to you. Sexual compulsion, like all addictions, starts out as an escape from another problem you have in your life. As your addiction escalates, so does your risky behavior. You carry out the acts of your addiction without care of others finding out what is going on.
Types of Sexual Addiction include:
- Repeated affairs
- Pornography
- Internet/Phone sex
- Multiple partners
- Compulsive masturbation
- Unsafe sex
- Use of prostitutes
- Sexual paraphilias/unusual sexual fetishes
Sexual addiction or sexual compulsion is different from many other addictions in that the end goal of therapy is not for you to abstain from sexual activity, but to have a healthy and normal sex life.
Our therapists will work with you using cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and other methods to help you to recognize the thoughts and possible other issues that are leading you to your compulsion. Recovery is not easy, but with the help of our trained therapists and the support of your friends and family, you can do it.
Sex Addiction Counseling in Naperville and Oswego
At Polaris Counseling, our addiction counselors are trained to help you break free from your addiction. Among other techniques, we teach you to apply Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) strategies to help you recognize the thoughts and emotions that are driving your compulsion.
With us, you will come to understand the root of your addiction and what drives you to pursue this escape from reality. It is this clarity, along with your hard work, that will give you the strength to heal and move forward.
Recovery is not easy. But with your will, the support of your friends and family, and our counselors, you can do it. You can regain control of your life and feel balanced again. Contact us at (630) 779-0751 for more information about our sex counseling.
