Feeling overwhelmed by porn addiction? Therapy can help you regain control and find balance.
Are you struggling with porn addiction? In 2021, 36,000 people in the UK sought help for this issue. You're not alone.
Porn addiction can be a response to challenging circumstances, and it's something many people struggle with at some point.
In small doses, it might seem manageable, but when it becomes excessive, it can take over your life.
High levels of addiction can strain relationships with loved ones, negatively impact work performance, and harm your overall well-being.
If you're experiencing this, counselling can help you regain control and improve your quality of life.
Are you struggling to control your porn addiction or regain balance in your life? I can help.
Porn addiction can develop as a response to various challenging circumstances.
It often stems from underlying issues such as stress, anxiety, or emotional distress. When faced with these stressors, individuals may turn to pornography as a coping mechanism, seeking temporary relief or escape from their problems.
The origins of porn addiction can be both external and internal. External factors include exposure to explicit content, peer pressure, and societal influences. Internal factors, such as personal beliefs, low self-esteem, and negative self-talk, can also contribute to the development of addiction. These internal struggles can make it difficult for individuals to cope with everyday challenges, leading them to seek solace in pornography.
Porn addiction can have harmful effects on various aspects of life. It can strain relationships with family and friends, negatively impact work performance, and take a toll on physical and mental health. Prolonged addiction can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and isolation, further exacerbating emotional distress. Seeking professional help through counselling can be an effective way to address and overcome porn addiction, leading to a healthier and more balanced life.
One of the hardest lessons to learn about managing porn addiction is that you can't control the situations that might trigger it. Life will always present challenges and circumstances that can lead to addictive behaviours. Accepting this reality is crucial for effectively managing porn addiction.
But you can learn to take control of your own thoughts, feelings, and emotions and how you respond to triggers. You can learn to stay calm in challenging situations. You can learn not to let urges control your actions. You can learn to manage your behaviour and make healthier choices.
With counselling for porn addiction, you can learn to handle all kinds of triggers, from mild urges to overwhelming compulsions. With my help, you can develop healthier responses to these triggers and improve your overall well-being.
avoid the destructive impact of excessive porn addiction.
Develop coping strategies to manage your porn addiction effectively.
Feel good about your improvement and maintain the changes in your life for the long term.
Find relief from porn addiction, and learn to feel positive and relaxed.
Kieran Mountney
Accredited Counsellor