For assistance with Sexual health addictions please see the resources listed below:
http://www.saa-recovery.org.uk/
http://www.stopso.org.uk/
https://atsac.co.uk/
These services would need to be privately funded.
Specialist Organisations
• The Association for the Treatment of Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity (ATSAC)
Offers accredited therapists specialising in sexual addiction and compulsive sexual behaviour.
www.atsac.org.uk
• The Priory Group – Porn Addiction Treatment
Structured programmes for compulsive sexual behaviour.
www.priorygroup.com/addiction-treatment/porn-addiction
• Sex Positivity UK
Therapeutic and educational support grounded in a sex positive, shame reducing approach.
www.sexpositivityuk.com
• The Laurel Centre
Provides specialist assessment and therapy for compulsive or addictive sexual behaviours.
www.thelaurelcentre.co.uk
• Low cost therapy (trainees supervised by Silva Neves)
Email: sntherapy@gmail.com
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Additional Services Specifically Supporting Young People
1. Shore (Lucy Faithfull Foundation)
A safe and anonymous online platform for teenagers worried about their own sexual behaviour, including intrusive thoughts, pornography use, sharing nudes, or harmful actions.
https://shorespace.org.uk/ [shorespace.org.uk]
2. Stop It Now!
Provides anonymous helpline, online chat, and self help tools for individuals worried about their own or someone else's sexual thoughts or behaviours. Includes support for young people and families.
0808 1000 900
https://www.stopitnow.org.uk/ [stopitnow.org.uk]
3. COSA UK
A 12 step recovery programme for individuals affected by compulsive sexual behaviour. Although not youth specific, older teens (16+) may find this supportive with professional oversight.
https://cosa-uk.org/ [cosa-uk.org]
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Additional Helpful Resources
• Men's Health Forum – "Porn Free" Booklet
A free, easy to read guide
www.menshealthforum.org.uk/porn-free