Are you or your partner addicted to porn?

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Pornography addiction is a behavioural addiction which can lead to problems within relationships, social isolation, mental and physical health and financial issues. This can be very impacting on both the person who looks at porn and their spouse.

Here are some of the issues a person with a porn addiction could experience:

  • Loss of intimacy with a partner
  • Feelings of shame
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • Feeling they need to be secretive
  • Unable to feel satisfied sexually with a partner
  • There may be a feeling of never being satisfied with sex
  • May find it harder to be attracted to their loved one
  • Becoming desensitised

The spouse or partner of someone with a porn addiction may experience some of the following issues:

  • Lack of trust
  •  Feelings of humiliation
  •  Self-esteem problems
  • Feelings of betrayal akin to infidelity
  • Feeling neglected as a partner
  • Feeling uncomfortable with sexual relations as a result of the porn addiction
  • Depression and anxiety, in some cases leading to PTSD
  • Feeling too embarrassed to talk to friends or family about itFor a couple going through a relationship breakdown because of porn addiction, seeing a therapist can be very beneficial. Our therapists are non-judgemental, highly experienced in handling these matters with great sensitivity and consideration.
    Speaking about your sex life or sexual issues can be very daunting or embarrassing for some but by seeing a therapist it enables you to speak openly in a safe and confidential environment.
    Our therapists can help the couple navigate through the triggers, emotions, causes and try and help you find a way forward.

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