Written by James Earl Compulsive sexual behaviour can be understood not simply as a lack of willpower or a bad habit, but as an attempted solution to a deeper difficulty—often the difficulty of staying emotionally engaged when another person’s desire is involved. In this sense, behaviours such as compulsive pornography use or the repeated use…
Recovering from sex addiction involves overcoming the behaviour while also addressing the underlying trauma that fuels this behaviour. Trauma, in various forms, can perpetuate the cycle of sex addiction as those struggling continue to seek relief with compulsive and out-of-control behaviours. Sustainable change can be achieved by processing the underlying trauma, providing a future that is free from destructive behaviours and emotional overwhelm.
We won’t sugar coat it. By the time you decide to work with us you are likely to be experiencing one of if not the hardest moments in your life.
In a world where mindfulness, performance, wellbeing, coaching and therapy services are being offered every which way you turn, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with choice paralysis just at the very moment you have decided to seek help. So why choose Innisfree Therapy? Our team comprises highly experienced hand picked professionals who we consider to be…
The New Year is traditionally seen as a time for renewal, a time for improvement and hope for the future. As the excess of the Christmas holiday season comes to a close, it can be a time for a reflection and resolution. We can help Call our confidential line for referrals or crisis support on…
During the last decade or so, there has been heated debate regarding whether Sex Addiction is a real disorder and if it should be recognised as such medically. In July 2018 The World Health Organisation added Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (CSBD) as an impulse control disorder in the ICD‐11. If you are not familiar with the ICD-11…
Rob shares his view on the recent changes to the Obscene Publications Act. I am rarely shocked anymore, but can still be surprised by what people find sexually arousing or enjoyable and with the advent of the internet, the choices, variety and intrigue have become endless. The law was not keeping up with changing attitudes…
We at Innisfree Therapy wish you a very happy new year and hope that 2019 is happy and peaceful for you. You can keep up to date with our planned Intensives, Workshops or Groups via our Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or our website. The Innisfree Therapy Team
What are our clients getting from attending our Workshops? At Innisfree Therapy we believe psycho-education plays an important element supporting clients gain awareness and understanding, regarding the complex dynamics of compulsive sexual behaviour disorder (CSBD) and sex addiction. It is paramount to not only identify and treat the behaviours which cause harm to self and others, but…
The title of our first workshop is ‘The Cycle of Compulsivity’ The structure of the workshops will be a combination of psycho-educational, experiential, and process. The first workshop will be held on 23rd October. The workshops are designed to support and develop an awareness to components of our treatment and recovery, such as: The cycle…
This is an exciting time for Innisfree Therapy We have been developing our programme at Innisfree Therapy for the past 4 years and have now arrived at a point where we are delivering a consistent and unique treatment. I am currently writing a doctorate with the Metanoia Institute on the model of this treatment, outlining…
A warm welcome from the Innisfree Therapy team As we enter into the fifth year of our development we would like to share our findings and experience with you. We have developed a unique and effective programme and look forward to keeping you up to date with the fast-changing world of sexual compulsivity. We will…
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