Patrick Carnes is a researcher and clinician specializing in sex addiction recovery:
He has written several course books on the topic, which are used in sex addiction recovery groups:
https://www.drpatrickcarnes.com/books-videos
Sex addiction is a challenging one to face because it is so much a part of most people’s everyday lives. In addiction though, we’ve taken a behaviour and it has become an escape for us; it’s become something we use to distract ourselves and run away from life.
The good news is you can turn it around. The first step is recognizing there’s a problem. After that it’s helpful to look for support. This is a good place to start - we’re all pretty helpful here - but there are more specifically dedicated, focused recovery programs that you can look into:
It’s a discovery process where you explore your history and take ownership of your life, take responsibility for yourself and learn to lead your life, and not to let it be chaotic
You’re a good person and you deserve a safe, sober life where you can be your full self