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Sex and Porn Addiction

Helping People Break the Bonds of Sexual Addiction

So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. – John 8:36

At Bellevue Christian Counseling we offer hope and support for those who suffer because of sexual addiction. We believe in the redemptive promises of Christ Jesus, and we are here to see you through until that promise is revealed in your life. If you struggle with things like unwanted sexual thoughts or behaviors, or if you love someone who is in bondage to habitual sin, then we are glad you found us. We have specialty trained sexual addiction counselors including CSAT (Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist-Candidates) who are extensively trained in specific processes for successfully treating unwanted sexual behaviors.

If you’d like help finding a Professional Christian Counselor that will help you with your sexual recovery, please call our assistant Stacie 425-939-6856 or reach out directly to one of our counselors.

Sex and Porn Addiction Recovery

Sex and Porn Addiction Recovery

Christian Counseling for Sex and Porn Addiction Recovery

I am the light of the world.Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. – John 8:2

Sexual addiction is a heavy burden to bear, both for the person with the addiction and for those they love. If you or a loved one is battling unwanted sexual thoughts, urges, or behaviors, we are here to help. At Bellevue Christian Counseling, our Certified Sexual Addiction Therapists (CSAT) and CSAT Candidate counselors have pursued a focus in helping those in need of a compassionate, safe place for healing. We understand how sensitive this issue is for you, as well as the many other feelings you harbor. If you’re tired of living a life of shame, secrecy, and desperation, it might be time to give Christian counseling for sexual addiction a try.

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Sex and Porn Addiction Recovery

Sex Addiction Support Group

Christian Sex Addiction Support Group

But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. – 1 John 1:7

When struggling with sexual addiction, it can become very isolating. Living in secrecy and in darkness while hiding your shame and lack of control can lead you to a very dark place. At Bellevue Christian Counseling, we offer those who suffer from the bondage of habitual sin a safe place to find accountability, strength, support, and healing by connecting with others who understand the unique struggles you face.

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Couples Recovery

Couples Recovery

Couples Recovery for Sexual Addiction

Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. – Ephesians 4:2-3

Sexual addiction often goes along with intimacy problems, so, for this reason, many who struggle with sexual addiction have difficulty forming connected and healthy relationships. The process of healing these issues can be difficult, but with the help of our CSAT trained professional Christian counselors recovery from sexual addiction and the damage it has caused your relationship is possible. At Bellevue Christian Counseling, we hold hope for you and your recovery. Healing for the person with addiction, the partner, and for the bond you have with one another is within reach.

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Help for Partners of Sex Addicts

Help for Partners of Sex Addicts

Help for Partners of Sex Addicts Through Christian Counseling

And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. – 1 Peter 5:10

As the partner of someone struggling with a sexual addiction, you undoubtedly live with a great deal of suffering. You might doubt your self-worth, the strength of your relationship, and feel consumed with overwhelming emotions like intense fear, depression, and loneliness. This is completely normal and understandable. At Bellevue Christian Counseling, we are here to help you find strength and peace through Christ. The pain you now endure could be shaping you, guiding you, and might even lead you toward building a stronger, more intimate relationship with the one you love. You might not even know whether you want to continue the relationship, and that’s okay too. Wherever you are, we are here to offer the support you need for healing and restoration of your dignity, self-esteem, and peace of mind.

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Love Addiction

Love Addiction

Christian Love Addiction Help

There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. We love because he first loved us. – 1 John 4:18

What is healthy love? For individuals who are looking for a healthy, long-term relationship, they understand that the “rush” of new love is a wonderful bonding experience that helps sustain a deeper form of connection. But, for those with love addiction, this period of euphoria becomes an intense need, and when this naturally fades in time they might become unhappy, detached, and feel desperate for the high of “falling in love.” This need can become problematic in a lot of ways, damaging self-image and identity, relationships, and connection with God. If you can relate with this, then Christian love addiction treatment can help you.

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Affairs and Infidelity

Affairs and Infidelity

Sexual Addiction Counseling for Infidelity Recovery

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. – Ephesians 4:32

Forgiveness can be difficult, especially after an affair. The intense emotions and other effects of infidelity can seem impossible to overcome, especially without professional intervention. In cases when infidelity is caused by things like sex addiction, even more so. If you or your partner has problems with things like porn addiction, internet affairs, or other forms of infidelity, we offer you both the tools needed for recovery using sound counseling techniques made whole by the healing power of Christ Jesus.

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Teen Sex Addiction

Teen Sex Addiction

Teen Sexting and Sexual Addiction Recovery

Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck. – Proverbs 1:8-9

It’s every Christian parent’s wish that their child grows into a happy, healthy, and Christ-filled adult. Accomplishing this in a world that is often against the things of God can be challenging at times, especially during adolescence, a time when many search for independence. Some level of teen rebellion can be normal, but if your teen is engaging in risky or harmful behaviors such as sexual promiscuity, pornography use, sexting, and chatting online with strangers, you have every reason to be concerned. Christian counseling can provide your teen with a safe place to talk about these things while learning how to preserve sexual health and integrity amidst peer pressures.

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Articles about Christian Counseling for Sexual Addiction

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Missy Neill

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2020
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What are the Sex Addiction Signs I Should Look For?

Missy Neill

Sexual thoughts and behaviors can become problematic if they become unmanageable and out of control. Sex addiction, or hypersexual arousal disorder, is a debilitating disorder in which someone cannot control their sexual behaviors or desires and spend an exorbitant amount of time thinking about acting out in sexual ways. This article will discuss various sex addiction signs and treatment options. The compulsion to act out in sexual ways may feel uncontrollable despite the risk of sexually transmitted diseases or emotional consequences. Acting out or obsessive thoughts or fantasies about sexual behavior can interfere with work, relationships, and/or daily life. Most sex addicts report that their behavior lasted much longer than...

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Christian Counselor Seattle

May
2020
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The Young Man’s Battle against Pornography: A Christian Counselor Speaks

Christian Counselor Seattle

There is a war raging and the war is being fought for our sons’ hearts and minds. As Christians, we are already losing this war, which has been going on for many years. In truth, instead of a number of meaningful battles, there have been far too many massacres with little or no opposition. The enemy is better financed than we are, more technologically savvy than we are, and much more experienced than we are when it comes to interacting with the sexual nature of our young men. The enemy also knows that control of our sons’ hearts and minds means control over so much more. For many years, as...

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Christian Counseling for Sexual Addiction: Common Areas of Treatment

Sex and Porn Addiction

Sexual addiction comes in many forms including things like pornography use, compulsive masturbation, and virtual sex services. Some might become involved in illegal activities like solicitation of prostitution, obscene phone calls, or violating the sexual boundaries and rights of others. Whatever struggles you face, no matter how minor or severe, help is available to you through Christian counseling for sexual addiction. al addiction in the United States alone. You might wonder when sexual acts cross the line into addiction. Consider these questions; if you answer yes to many of them, you might have a sexual addiction problem.

Partners and Spouses of Sex Addicts

If you are in a relationship with someone who struggles with sexual addiction, you probably have a lot of intense, sometimes overwhelming emotions. Feelings like depression, anger, insecurity and confusion are common, and can make trusting your partner difficult or impossible. Our Christian counselors will help you recover from the pain sex addiction has caused your life and your relationship.

Couples Recovery

Often times, full sexual addiction recovery includes intensive couples counseling. Finding hope and healing for your relationship is possible through Christ and we are here to support you through the process. With dedication to one another and to Christ, you can recover from the effects of sexual addiction and even come out of counseling stronger and more connected than ever.

Sexual Addiction Recovery Groups

Group counseling is very useful for sexual addiction recovery. Finding support from like-minded people who understand what you’re going through can enhance your treatment and likelihood of success. Through shared goals, accountability, and encouragement, you can find greater tools for hope and healing.

Affairs and Infidelity

Sexual addiction often leads to betrayal within relationships. If sexual addiction has resulted in infidelity, we can help you work through this difficult and confusing time while providing you with tools for guidance, hope, and healing from sexual addiction and the damage it caused your relationship.

Adolescent Sexual Addiction Recovery

The temptation and struggle with sexual thoughts and behaviors can be especially challenging during teen years. We help Christian teens find support for handling these sensitive issues. In a time when pornographic material thrives, and young people are becoming sexually active at increasingly earlier ages, there is a strong need for support teens who want to stick to their faith-based values. We can provide your teen with a safe place for talking about these things while offering strength and guidance for living a sober, Christ-filled life.

Love Addiction

If you look for affection, self-esteem, and identity through sexual encounters like one-night stands and infidelity, then you might struggle with love addiction. Love addiction is a real and treatable condition, and Christian counseling for sexual addiction can help.

A Little About Sexual Addiction

Sex And Porn Addiction
Is sexual addiction real? What is sex addiction? Sexual addiction is a real and treatable condition that is on the rise among men, women, and teens. Over 30 million people are thought to suffer from a sexual addiction in the United States alone. You might wonder when sexual acts cross the line into addiction. Consider these questions; if you answer yes to many of them, you might have a sexual addiction problem.

  • Are you preoccupied with sex?
  • Does your partner express concern about your sexual behavior?
  • Do you feel your sexual behavior is abnormal?
  • Do you hide aspects of your sexual behavior from your partner?
  • Do you frequently watch pornography or purchase sexually explicit materials?
  • Do you use sexual behavior to change your mood?
  • Do you often feel bad about your sexual behavior?
  • Has your sexual behavior interfered with intimacy in your relationship?
  • Have you been unable to stop your inappropriate sexual behavior?

As Christians, we strive for pureness of heart. Though you might not feel “addicted” per say, any sexual acts that are impure are a form of bondage.

Jesus replied, Very truly I tell you, everyone who sins is a slave to sin. – John 8:34.

Psychiatric Care Services 2We don’t take this lightly, we believe in the power of Jesus Christ for freedom from this bondage. We also know of His patience, and because of this we do our best to create a compassionate, judgement-free environment for those who have been caught by sexual addiction.

The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. – 2 Peter 3:9

At Bellevue Christian Counseling, we understand the heavy emotions those afflicted with sexual addiction carry including shame, fear of being exposed, and feeling out of control. We know that if it were in your power, you would not give into sexual temptations. No one wants to be controlled by sexual acts or feelings — that’s what makes it bondage. We offer the tools you need for breaking loose and healing.

How Christian Counseling for Sexual Addiction Can Help

I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. – John 8:12

You want to be freed from sexual addiction and heal the wounds it has caused. We want to help you do that and more. Our hope is to provide healing for all areas of your life including the deeply rooted emotional brokenness you harbor that might have led you to use sex as a vice.

Christian counseling for sexual addiction will help you:

  • Understand your addiction, where it comes from, and how it affects your life.
  • Discover how to deal with underlying issues, so you can heal.
  • Connect fully with others and form healthy, intimate relationships.
  • Find a new, positive direction for your life.
  • Form an ability to thrive in your sexual identity.
  • Build a stronger, loving relationship with yourself, others, and God.

Christian counseling for sex addiction can help the addict and their loved ones better understand the addiction, discuss expectations for recovery, and offer tools for overcoming the heavy burden of addiction. Because of the nature of sexual addiction, the addict is rarely the only person harmed, making it very important to get help. If you or someone you love needs help, we hope you won’t continue to live in silence and darkness. Let us help you move into the healing light of Jesus Christ.

 

Are you tired of a life in the shadows?

Contact Us Today To Learn More About Christian Counseling For Sexual Addiction.

The skilled sexual addiction, CSAT, and CSAT-Candidate Christian counselors at Bellevue Christian Counseling are ready to help guide you on your path towards recovery from sexual addiction. To schedule your risk-free initial session, give us a call at (206) 388-3929 or contact us online or give us a call at 425-939-6856

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Everyone is a little tangled up. One of the worst things is that we sometimes can’t see how we’re tangled up, so we struggle to make sense of our own stories.  Chris has helped to clarify things for me.  By observing where issues were linked and noting how stories were related, Chris helped me to see how connected things are.

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I often quote the things you said in our sessions, both to (my spouse) and to myself as we go along. It was a wonderful season of counseling, and the balance of my life will be better for having spent the time with you.

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Chris has been and continues to be helpful in getting my life back together after an unwanted divorce of a 23 year marriage. I would recommend him to anyone of ny faith, but especially a Christian.

With a sister and a mother who both work as therapists, and a father who works as a pastor, I am an unusual case for any therapist to take on. Many would assume I have the support I need to work through any trial life brings my way.

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I have been in counseling with Chris Lewis. This process has been a life-changing experience and I am extremely grateful that I started. This journey has been rough at times and has been a lot of hard work but it’s always been worth it.

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