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The Proof
What is Sexual Addiction?
Sexual addiction can best be understood in two parts. These are “sex” and “addiction.”
The first of these, sex, includes the cognitive, emotional, relational, and physical expression of sexuality. It is not limited to the act of sexual intercourse but includes all variations of sexual expression, thoughts, emotional components, and relationship dynamics.
The second component is addiction. Addiction pathology is similar, in many ways, regardless of the object of the addiction. In this case, sex is the object. Addiction is a form of pathological avoidance of reality. It is an issue of escape. Perhaps you have spoken to someone who is addicted and experienced the frustration attempting to get them to see and acknowledge reality. It’s like the are living in another world. Addiction, often times, originates as a means of escaping the loneliness, hurt, sadness and fear. Addicts are committed to their avoidance. They will expend considerable effort to maintain this system, despite its destructive impact on both them and others.
The sexually addicted individual utilizes sex as a means of destructive escape. Sex is no longer a part of a healthy, marital relationship, as God designed it to be. Instead, the addict becomes obsessively focused on increasing the arousal and intensity of sexual behaviors, at the expense of intimacy. Sex addicts compulsively seek out and obtain sexual gratification in harmful ways. They may utilize pornography, prostitution, anonymous encounters, swinging groups, voyeurism, and compulsive masturbation, to name a few.
Self Assessment
- Do you keep secrets about your sexual behavior or romantic fantasies from those important to you? Do you lead a double life?
- Have your desires driven you to have sex in places or with people you would not normally choose?
- Do you need greater variety, increased frequency, or more extreme sexual activities to achieve the same level of excitement or relief?
- Does your use of pornography occupy large amounts of time and/or jeopardize your significant relationships or employment?
- Do your relationships become distorted with sexual preoccupation? Does each new relationship have the same destructive pattern which prompted you to leave the last one?
- Do you frequently want to get away from a partner after having sex? Do you feel remorse, shame, or guilt after a sexual encounter?
- Have your sexual practices caused you legal problems? Could your sexual practices cause you legal problems?
- Does your pursuit of sex or sexual fantasy conflict with your moral standards or interfere with your personal spiritual journey?
- Do your sexual activities involve coercion, violence, or the threat of disease?
- Has your sexual behavior or pursuit of sexual relationships ever left you feeling hopeless, alienated from others, or suicidal?
- Does your preoccupation with sexual fantasies cause problems in any area of your life – even when you do not act out your fantasies?
- Do you compulsively avoid sexual activity due to fear of sex or intimacy? Does your sexual avoidance consume you mentally?
If you answered “Yes” to more than one of these questions, we encourage you to seek help.
HOW CAN WE HELP YOU THRIVE?
THE PROOF
When a Spouse is Addicted to Porn
Our hearts go out to you. It’s such a painful situation to be in, that your husband or wife, whom you have trusted with your heart and with your body, is violating the sanctity of that relationship in a way that’s incredibly excruciating and painful.
It may seem you don’t matter enough to him or her to change or have things be different. It’s heart-wrenching, and so we want to say that our heart goes out to you. We understand the pain that you’re feeling, as we work with a lot of couples that are navigating those kinds of challenges.
As professional counselors, we sit with hundreds of different couples facing similar situations and have walked those journeys with them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the counselors?
Our counselors are trained and experienced Christian counselors with at least a Masters or Doctorate Degree in a mental health related field (i.e. Masters in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, etc.) In addition to their training as faith-based counselors most are state-licensed mental health providers in the states they reside in. All our counselors are trained and supervised through our 2-Year post-graduate residency in Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling (NICC).
Who will be helping me?
After you sign up, we will match you to an available counselor who fits your needs and preferences. Different counselors have different schedules, pricing, and availability. It’s important to find the right person for your situation. We have found that we are able to provide a successful match the first time most of the time. However, if you start your counseling and feel your therapist is not a good fit, you can seamlessly switch counselors at any time, at no extra cost.
Is MyCounselor.Online right for me?
Is MyCounselor.Online right for me?
- Do you recognize a need for something to change in your life or relationship for you to fully THRIVE?
- Are you committed to doing what is necessary to THRIVE?
- Is your Christian faith important to you?
- Is $220 a month too much to invest in your mental health and personal development?
MyCounselor.Online may be right for you if you’re looking to improve the quality of your life. Whenever there is anything that interferes with your joy or prevents you from achieving your goals, we may be able to help. We also have counselors who specialize in specific issues such as stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, depression, addictions, eating, sleeping, trauma, anger, family conflicts, sexual and gender identity, grief, spirituality, self-esteem, and more.
MyCounselor.Online is not the right solution for you if any of the following is true:
- You are in an urgent crisis or an emergency situation
- You were required to undergo therapy by a court order or by any other authority
- You do not have a device that can connect to the internet or you do not have a reliable internet connection
How much does it cost?
The average cost of counseling through MyCounselor.Online ranges from $220 to $390 per month and it is based on which counselor you choose to work with and how often you need to meet with them. Most clients see their counselor 2-3x a month. If you are facing an intense situation in your life, you may meet more frequently. You can stop at any time, for any reason.
On a per session basis cost vary depending on the level of experience and expertise of the counselor you work with.
- Most Experienced – Advanced Practice: $195/per session
- Most Popular – Certified: $135/per session
- Most Affordable – Resident: $110/per session
After I sign up, how long until I’m matched with a counselor?
The matching process can take a few hours or a few days, depending on your availability. You will choose a time to meet with a matching specialist and you will choose when you wish to meet with your counselor. Your first meeting with your counselor could be as soon as the same day you meet with your matching specialist depending on the availability of the counselor you choose.
How will I communicate with my counselor?
You will meet with your counselor via secure, HIPAA compliant Zoom video conferencing. If you need to reschedule an appointment you can do so using the scheduling link in your appointment confirmation email or by contacting the receptionist team by phone or email.
Can MyCounselor.Online substitute for traditional in-person counseling?
The professionals who work through MyCounselor.Online are trained and credentialed counselors just like traditional in-person counselors. The only difference is you meet with them from the convenience of your couch.
How long can I use MyCounselor.Online?
This depends on your needs and varies a lot from one person to another. Some people feel they get most of the value after just a month or two while they are going through a life crisis, while others prefer to make it part of their ongoing personal development plan. This is completely up to you.
How can I be sure that this is an effective form of counseling?
There are many studies that confirm the effectiveness of online counseling for making life changes. A few examples are:
- Online counseling: A narrative and critical review of the literature. Journal of Clinical Psychology.
- A comprehensive review and a meta-analysis of the effectiveness of internet-based psychotherapeutic interventions. Journal of Technology in Human Services.
- Online therapy: Review of relevant definitions, debates, and current empirical support. Journal of Clinical Psychology.
The confidence we have in our approach comes primarily from the feedback and testimonials we receive from our clients. Every day we are excited to hear from more people about the way our team has helped them THRIVE!
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