Sex And Porn Addiction

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.

• 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.

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.

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.

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