Sex Addiction Therapy in Southeast Texas: CSAT Support for Beaumont, Port Arthur & Orange
Online Therapy for Sex Addiction & Betrayal Trauma Throughout the Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle has nearly 400,000 people, but when it comes to finding a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) in Southeast Texas, the options are extremely limited. If you're struggling with pornography addiction, compulsive sexual behavior, or dealing with the trauma of a partner's betrayal, you shouldn't have to drive to Houston or settle for a therapist who isn't trained in this work.
You've probably tried to stop on your own, promised yourself it wouldn't happen again, or told your partner things would change. But no matter how much you want to break free, the cycle continues. That's because sex addiction and betrayal trauma aren't just relationship problems you can talk through in regular therapy. They're nervous system injuries that need specialized treatment.
I'm a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) with over 120 hours of specialized training through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals. I offer secure online therapy throughout Texas, including Beaumont, Port Arthur, Orange, Nederland, Groves, and the surrounding Golden Triangle area. Since I'm licensed in both Texas and Louisiana, we can work together no matter where you are in Southeast Texas.
At Woods Counseling Services, you get a space where you feel heard, understood, and equipped to move forward with real, lasting change. No judgment. No shame. Just real help that actually works.
How Porn Addiction & Sex Addiction Therapy Works
Recovery isn't complicated, but it does take a clear plan.
Here’s how we’ll work together:
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We start by looking at what's underneath the behavior. For some guys, it's unresolved trauma from childhood. For others, it's chronic stress, deep loneliness, or attachment wounds that never got addressed. Maybe it's anxiety that's been building for years, feeling disconnected from your partner, or being stuck in a career that's draining the life out of you. Whatever it is, we can't just put a band-aid on porn use or sexual acting out. We have to heal what's driving it.
Here's the reality: porn addiction and sex addiction aren't really about sex. They're about using sexual behavior to cope with painful emotions, stress, or unmet needs. If we don't address the root causes, you'll either relapse or just trade one compulsive behavior for another.
You'll also learn to spot your triggers. What situations put you at risk? Late nights when you're tired and your defenses are down? Arguments with your partner? Stress at work? What emotions send you looking for an escape? Boredom, anger, sadness, anxiety? Once you understand your specific patterns, you can start interrupting them before they take over.
We'll also look at your sexual history and how you got here in the first place. When did porn use start? How did it escalate over time? Understanding your story helps you break free from it.
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Instead of turning to porn or compulsive sexual behavior when you're anxious, bored, or overwhelmed, you'll develop healthier ways to deal with life. Actual coping skills that work long-term, not just distractions that leave you feeling worse afterward.
This might include learning how to sit with uncomfortable emotions without numbing them, building genuine connections instead of isolating, practicing mindfulness, or finding healthy outlets for stress like exercise or hobbies. The goal is to give you a toolkit of strategies that actually work when urges hit, so you're not relying on willpower alone.
Tackling Shame
We'll also tackle the shame that keeps you stuck. Shame around porn, shame from affairs, shame about who you've become. Shame is one of the biggest obstacles to recovery because it tells you that you're broken and not worth the effort. But here's the truth: shame doesn't lead to change. It just drives the cycle deeper.
You'll learn to separate what you've done from who you are. That doesn't mean letting yourself off the hook. It means learning self-compassion and accountability at the same time. You can acknowledge that your behavior has hurt people while also believing that you're capable of change.
Rebuilding TrustIf your relationship has been damaged by porn addiction, affairs, or sexual acting out, we'll work on rebuilding trust. This isn't quick or easy, but it is possible when both partners are committed to the process. You'll learn what real accountability looks like, how to be transparent without being defensive, and how to show up consistently over time.
We'll also address any underlying mental health issues that might be fueling the addiction. Depression, anxiety, ADHD, and past trauma all play a role in compulsive sexual behavior, and treating those issues is part of the recovery process.
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You'll learn to recognize warning signs before you act out. These are the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that show up right before a relapse. Maybe it's isolating from your support system, skipping therapy sessions, or rationalizing behaviors that you know put you at risk. When you can catch these warning signs early, you can course-correct before things spiral.
You'll build support systems and create structure that actually supports recovery. This might include joining a recovery group, finding an accountability partner, or building routines that keep you grounded. Recovery doesn't happen in isolation. You need people who understand the struggle and can support you when things get hard.
We'll also work on relapse prevention strategies. What's your plan when urges hit? Who can you call? What can you do to get through the next 10 minutes? Relapse doesn't have to mean starting over from scratch. It's part of the process for many people, and learning from it makes you stronger.
Creating a Life You Don't Want to Escape
But most importantly, we'll work on creating a life that's fulfilling enough that you don't feel the need to escape it. Lasting recovery isn't just about stopping a behavior. It's about building something better in its place.
What does that look like? It means pursuing goals that actually matter to you instead of just going through the motions. It means building real intimacy with your partner instead of settling for a disconnected relationship. It means finding purpose and meaning in your work, your hobbies, your friendships. It means becoming the kind of man you can respect, the kind of father your kids look up to, the kind of partner your spouse can trust.
Recovery gives you your life back. Not the life you had before addiction, but something better. A life where you're not hiding, not lying, not living in constant fear of being found out. A life where you're present, connected, and free. That's what we're building together.
Why Choose a Specialist?
Not every therapist is trained to handle sex addiction or betrayal trauma. And that's not a knock on general therapists, they do important work. But these issues require specialized knowledge that most counselors simply don't have.
Here's the reality: if you've tried regular counseling before and it didn't quite work, or if you're dealing with something that feels too big for talk therapy alone, you need someone who's trained for exactly what you're going through. That's what CSAT training gives you. It's targeted, evidence-based work designed specifically for sexual addiction recovery and betrayal trauma.
I understand what it means to live in Southeast Texas. In communities like Orange, Port Arthur, and Beaumont, everybody knows everybody. It's hard to ask for help when you're worried about running into someone you know, or when you feel like admitting struggle means you're failing.
My practice offers a judgment-free space where you can be completely honest about what's really going on. Online therapy gives you total privacy and convenience. And since Lake Charles is only an hour from the Golden Triangle, in-person sessions are an option too if you prefer. Some people do most of their work online and come in person occasionally for bigger conversations or couples sessions. Either way, you get specialized CSAT care that isn't readily available in Southeast Texas.
Breaking free from compulsive sexual behaviors starts with small, intentional steps. The cycle of addiction can feel overwhelming, especially when shame and secrecy make it harder to reach out. But you don't have to have it all figured out before you start. Acknowledge the desire for change, take the first step, and we'll work on the rest together. Real help is within reach.
When You’re Ready, I’m Here
Therapy is a big step, but you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out, and let’s talk about what’s next.