Certified Sex Addiction Therapist Santa Ana

What Is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT)?

A Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) is a mental health professional who has completed extensive training through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP). CSAT training goes far beyond general therapy, equipping clinicians to address the complexities of sexual addiction, trauma, and intimacy disorders.

At BMS Alignment, working with a CSAT in Santa Ana means:

 

• Receiving evidence-based treatment for sex addiction, porn addiction, and love addiction.

• Accessing therapy that integrates trauma-informed methods like EMDR and hypnotherapy.

• Gaining strategies to manage triggers, rebuild relationships, and create lasting recovery.

• Working with a therapist who understands the shame, secrecy, and emotional pain often tied to sexual struggles.

 

Do You Need a CSAT?

Many people wonder if their struggles qualify as “sex addiction.” A CSAT can help you identify whether your behaviors are unhealthy and provide treatment that addresses both symptoms and root causes.

Common Signs of Sex Addiction:

 

• Using sex, porn, or masturbation compulsively to escape emotions.

• Escalating behaviors despite negative consequences.

• Lying, hiding, or leading a secret life around sexual behaviors.

• Feeling guilt, shame, or despair after acting out.

• Impact on relationships, work, or personal goals.

• Failed attempts to stop or control behaviors.

If these patterns sound familiar, therapy with a CSAT in Santa Ana can help.

Our Approach to Sex Addiction Therapy

At BMS Alignment, we believe healing requires more than behavior management. Our Certified Sex Addiction Therapist uses a holistic, trauma-informed approach that addresses the root causes of compulsive behaviors.

1. CSAT Treatment Model

Through structured, evidence-based techniques, CSAT therapy helps clients break denial, understand addiction cycles, and create recovery strategies.

2. EMDR Therapy

Unresolved trauma often drives addiction. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps reprocess traumatic memories so they no longer trigger addictive responses.

3. Hypnotherapy

Hypnotherapy helps clients access subconscious beliefs and develop healthier coping patterns, reducing compulsion and shame.

4. Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions create a safe space to process emotions, explore triggers, and rebuild self-worth.

5. Couples & Marriage Counseling

Sex addiction impacts partners and marriages deeply. We provide couples counseling and marriage counseling in Santa Ana to repair trust, restore intimacy, and help both partners heal together.

6. Spanish & Bilingual Therapy

Santa Ana has a large Spanish-speaking population. At BMS Alignment, therapy is available in both English and Spanish, ensuring cultural sensitivity and accessibility.

The Link Between Trauma and Sex Addiction

Sexual behaviors are often used to escape unresolved pain. Many clients struggling with sex addiction have a history of trauma—emotional neglect, abuse, abandonment, or betrayal.

Through trauma therapy in Santa Ana, our CSAT helps clients reprocess these experiences and build healthier ways to cope. With tools like EMDR, clients often experience deep relief and freedom from compulsive urges.

Addressing Related Issues

Sex addiction rarely exists in isolation. Our CSAT provides treatment for co-occurring concerns such as:

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• Porn addiction

• Love addiction

• Substance abuse

• Anxiety and depression

• Low self-esteem and shame

By addressing the whole picture, we create a foundation for long-term healing.

The Impact on Relationships

Sex addiction often causes secrecy, betrayal, and loss of trust in relationships. Many partners feel like the foundation of their marriage has been shattered.

Our CSAT in Santa Ana works not only with individuals but also with partners through:

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• Couples counseling to rebuild trust and communication.

• Marriage counseling to address betrayal trauma and relational pain.

• Partner support therapy to validate and empower the partner’s healing process.

• Healing is possible—for both individuals and couples.

 

Online Sex Addiction Therapy

We recognize that privacy and accessibility are important. That’s why we offer online therapy sessions in Santa Ana, allowing individuals and couples to receive CSAT treatment from the comfort of their home.

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Why Choose BMS Alignment?

When seeking therapy for sex addiction, you need more than general counseling. You need a specialist with advanced training and compassion. At BMS Alignment, we provide:

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• Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) expertise.

• Trauma-informed care with EMDR and hypnotherapy.

• Holistic treatment addressing mind, body, and spirit.

• Bilingual Spanish therapy for Santa Ana’s diverse community.

• Safe, judgment-free environment for healing.

 

Taking the First Step Toward Recovery

Seeking help from a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist in Santa Ana is a courageous step toward freedom and healing. With expert guidance, compassionate support, and proven tools, you can break free from destructive cycles and build the healthy, fulfilling life and relationships you deserve.

At BMS Alignment, we’re here to walk with you every step of the way.