Can’t stop despite trying
Repeated promises to quit that don’t hold.
Good people
with a bad problem.
Compulsive porn use and sexual behavior can create deep guilt and shame. You are not the problem; the addiction is. We help you break the cycle and repair the relationships it has affected.
- Shame-free and confidential
- Narrative and integrative therapy
- Support for partners
Signs it may be more than a habit.
Compulsive sexual behavior often follows a familiar pattern:
Shame and secrecy
Hiding behavior and lying, even when you know it’s wrong.
Escalation
Needing more time or more intense content over time.
Relationship damage
Lost trust, distance, and hurt partners.
People do recover.
Effective treatment addresses the whole person: mind, body, spirit, and social life. No single treatment is right for everyone, so plans are assessed continually and adjusted to your needs.
Benefits of treatment include personal healing, restored relationships, stronger self-esteem and confidence, better family communication, more time for your goals, and a new sense of freedom.
“You are not the problem. The addiction is the problem.”— Alira Family Therapy
How we help.
An integrative, multimodal approach tailored to you.
Separate you from the problem
Narrative therapy reduces shame so real change can begin.
Rebuild the brain’s brake
Strengthen impulse control and replace compulsive habits.
Repair relationships
Support for partners and couples as trust is rebuilt, including our ISM communication tools.
Treatment plans are realistic, feasible, and adjusted as you progress.
Start with a confidential screen.
The Sexual Addiction Screening Test is a well-established starting point. It’s not a diagnosis. Bring your results to your first session.
Questions about sex and porn addiction.
Yes. Therapy is confidential, and we approach this work without judgment.
Yes. Partners are often deeply hurt, and we offer support for them individually and as a couple.
We are not an emergency service. Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, free and available 24/7. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Live free of addiction and shame.
Reach out for a confidential, no-pressure consultation.
Emily Brown, Client Care CoordinatorSchedule a consultation with Emily to be matched with the right therapist or coach for your needs and your timeframe.Individuals & couples · In person in Los Gatos and by telehealth