Addiction recovery is a challenging and transformative journey, often requiring a combination of personal determination, professional support, and practical strategies to heal. Many of my clients who are successful in their recovery employ a grounding tool of establishing a consistent morning ritual. While many might view the morning as just the start of the day, …
The phenomenon of gay men marrying women is complex and multifaceted. While each individual’s circumstances are unique, several common themes emerge when exploring this topic. While not truly exhaustive, here are a few reasons that help shed light on why some gay men choose to enter heterosexual marriages. Cultural and Societal Expectations In many cultures, …
Many men in sexual addiction recovery and their partners struggle with the objectification of others in public. As humans we all seek out novelty and tend to notice people we find attractive. This can be problematic and confusing to someone new to recovery. Many partners also understand, and have witnessed, their partners indulging in this …
During a recent couples therapy session, a betrayed spouse asked her husband, newly in recovery from sex addiction, “How did you not think of me or the kids when you acted out?” The confusion, pain and hurt she expressed was immensely palpable. His response: “I was so cut off from myself I wasn’t thinking, I …
Fear is a primary emotion many trauma survivors and people in recovery struggle with. Many try to flee the reactions and sensations it triggers through addictive or other self-destructive behaviors. I work with my clients to be mindful that experiencing fear (like all emotions) is invaluable to our health and survival. The thoughts and reactions …