Sexual Addiction
Sexual addiction is a way of coping with depression, anxiety, or any other uncomfortable emotion. “The addiction is an altered state of consciousness in which “normal” sexual behavior pales by comparison in terms of excitement and relief from troubles” (Carnes, 2001). There are not many things that can compete with the immediate gratification and pleasure one feels while sexually acting out. It then becomes a cycle in which the addict feels emotionally uncomfortable and relieves the discomfort with temporary relief and pleasure. Patrick Carnes said, “Within the addictive system, sexual experience becomes the reason for being, the primary relationship for the addict” (2001). Sexual addiction is lonely.
Despite all of this, know that there is hope. At our center, we offer a variety of effective sex addiction treatment programs, including outpatient therapy, and online sex addiction treatment options. We have designed our programs specifically to address the underlying causes of your addiction and help you develop healthy coping mechanisms. We understand the pain of sexual addiction and are offering our services all over Utah and Idaho.
Contact us now for a confidential consultation and take the first step toward lasting recovery!