Impulsive & Compulsive Behaviors
Understanding the addictive systems and how they relate to you.
What are compulsive and impulsive behaviors?
Compulsive and impulsive sexual behaviors, often referred to as hypersexuality or sex addiction, are complex conditions characterized by an overwhelming preoccupation with sexual thoughts, urges, or actions. These behaviors can significantly impact your life and lead to emotional and relational distress. Signs you may have struggles with compulsive behaviors include activities like acting out sexually, overuse of porn, inability to stop scrolling on dating sites, hook-ups, risky sexual behavior, and more.
Are The Feelings of Shame Overwhelming You?
Intense shame often accompanies individuals who are struggling with sexual compulsivities. You have taken a big step towards healing by seeking help. There are treatment options for you to help you get your life back. Please reach out for a 15-minute consultation to see how therapy can help you.
Healing from compulsive behaviors takes time, but there is hope.
If you have found yourself with an inability to control your behaviors, preoccupation with sexual thoughts, neglecting your responsibilities, engaged in risky behaviors, or are using sex and porn to cope, you may need help to find healthy ways to live your life. Any of these behaviors could lead to even further out of control behaviors that could put you and your relationships at risk.