Sex Addiction Treatment in Kingston, Ontario: Reclaim Control and Rebuild Trust

Expert Sex Addiction Therapy in Kingston – Break the Cycle of Compulsive Behavior

If compulsive sexual behavior has left you feeling isolated, ashamed, or trapped in a double life, you’re not alone. I provide confidential, judgment-free treatment rooted in proven methods from IITAP

Understanding Sex Addiction: Root Causes and Breaking the Shame Cycle

Compulsive sexual behavior often develops as a coping mechanism for unresolved emotional pain. Many individuals come from backgrounds marked by:

Emotional Neglect: Growing up in families where feelings and needs were dismissed or punished.
Rigid Upbringings: Environments that fostered perfectionism, self-reliance, and secrecy.
Trauma or Abuse: Using sex to numb shame, loneliness, or distress after early sexualization or abuse.

Over time, these patterns create a destructive cycle: sex becomes a “mood-altering” escape, leading to secrecy, relationship breakdowns, and crisis when the behavior is exposed.

Signs of Sex Addiction:

Spending excessive time planning/engaging in sexual acts
Failed attempts to stop despite negative consequences (broken relationships, job loss, legal issues)
Lying to partners or loved ones to hide behavior
Guilt, shame, or numbness after acting out

How Sex Addiction Treatment Works

My approach combines science-backed assessments, trauma-informed therapy, and actionable strategies to address the root causes of compulsive behavior.

1. Comprehensive IITAP Assessment

Identify the severity and patterns of your behavior using tools from the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP).
Uncover underlying triggers like childhood neglect, perfectionism, or unresolved trauma.

2. Dr. Patrick Carnes’ Task-Based Model

Gradually replace compulsive habits with healthy coping skills through structured, step-by-step exercises.
Learn to process emotions like shame, anger, or loneliness without relying on sexual behavior.

3. Healing Family Dynamics

Address how early emotional neglect or rigid upbringing shaped your coping mechanisms.
Develop vulnerability and communication skills to rebuild trust in relationships.

4. Relapse Prevention

Create personalized strategies to manage triggers in Kingston’s high-pressure environments (work, academia, social circles).
Build accountability through weekly check-ins and progress tracking.

FAQs About Sex Addiction Treatment

Q: Is therapy confidential?
A: Absolutely. Your privacy is protected under Ontario healthcare laws.

Q: How long does treatment take?
A: Progress varies, but most clients commit to 6–12 months of weekly sessions for lasting change.

Q: Can my relationship survive sex addiction?
A: Many couples rebuild stronger connections through therapy. I refer to knowledgeable and informed marital therapists when needed.

Q: Do you offer virtual sessions?
A: Yes. Access discreet, flexible counselling online anywhere in Ontario.