Sex Addictions Counseling

Sex Addictions Counseling Dr. Linda Hatch was born and grew up in New York City and has worked as a licensed clinical psychologist in California since the 1970’s.

http://www.s*xaddictionscounseling.com provides basic information & also covers special topics of interest to people dealing with s*x addiction, to those who are already in recovery, and to friends and family of those who are s*xually addicted. She completed her BA, MA and PhD at Cornell University and University of California Riverside. She also taught at UCLA as an acting assistant professor and received a post-doctoral fellowship at UCLA in social psychology. Currently Dr. Hatch is in private practice in Santa Barbara as a Certified S*x Addiction Therapist (CSAT). Prior to this she was affiliated with S*xual Recovery Institute in Los Angeles. Her practice is limited to the field of s*xual addiction treatment including the treatment of s*x addicts and s*x offenders, as well as their partners and families. Dr. Hatch is a member of the American Psychological Association, and the Society for the Advancement of S*xual Health. She received her CSAT certification through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals.

If *xualcompulsivebehaviors are disrupting your life, there are options to begin healing — from therapy and outpatient ...
12/29/2025

If *xualcompulsivebehaviors are disrupting your life, there are options to begin healing — from therapy and outpatient programs to support groups and residential care. Recovery focuses on healthier, balanced relationships, not eliminating s*x itself. 💙


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🌱 Looking for support in recovery? 12-step self-help programs offer free, peer-supported meetings for people and partner...
12/28/2025

🌱 Looking for support in recovery? 12-step self-help programs offer free, peer-supported meetings for people and partners affected by *xaddiction — modeled on the Alcoholics Anonymous approach with options like SAA, SLAA, SA and more. 🌟


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Wishing you all a wonderful filled with joy, peace, and good times 🎄💫
12/25/2025

Wishing you all a wonderful filled with joy, peace, and good times 🎄💫

🧠 Attention Deficit Disorder and S*x Addiction: What’s the Connection?Struggling to understand how ADHD might relate to ...
12/22/2025

🧠 Attention Deficit Disorder and S*x Addiction: What’s the Connection?
Struggling to understand how ADHD might relate to compulsive s*xual behaviors? Discover the links, underlying causes, and what you can do to manage both.

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Most often, the disclosure of *xualaddiction feels like a deep and overwhelming betrayal to a partner—regardless of spe...
12/18/2025

Most often, the disclosure of *xualaddiction feels like a deep and overwhelming betrayal to a partner—regardless of specific behavior. Healing starts with honesty, support, & compassion for everyone involved. 💔
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Feeling Uncertain About ? 🤔 It is normal to feel uncertain about this question. Addictions are partly self-defined; esp...
12/16/2025

Feeling Uncertain About ? 🤔 It is normal to feel uncertain about this question. Addictions are partly self-defined; especially “process” addictions like gambling, food, and s*x addiction.



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Not all flirting is harmless. 🚩 When it becomes predatory, it’s often intense—but not sincere. Trust actions over words,...
12/13/2025

Not all flirting is harmless. 🚩 When it becomes predatory, it’s often intense—but not sincere. Trust actions over words, and always trust your instincts. 🧠💡



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You’ll hear recovery folks talk about the s*x addict’s 💭—it’s all about their preferred s*xual acting-out scenario. 🌀 ...
12/10/2025

You’ll hear recovery folks talk about the s*x addict’s 💭—it’s all about their preferred s*xual acting-out scenario. 🌀



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Someone who has milder narcissistic traits is probably using their grandiosity as a defense, as is the case with most *...
12/08/2025

Someone who has milder narcissistic traits is probably using their grandiosity as a defense, as is the case with most *xaddicts in treatment.

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Losing a partner can make *xaddiction recovery even harder. Grief brings up triggers, emotions, and vulnerabilities. Re...
12/04/2025

Losing a partner can make *xaddiction recovery even harder. Grief brings up triggers, emotions, and vulnerabilities. Remember: reaching out for help is a strength, not a weakness. 💛


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Here are some of the ways an individual can use ********on to explore and learn more about themselves. 🔍✨ Self-awarenes...
12/03/2025

Here are some of the ways an individual can use ********on to explore and learn more about themselves. 🔍✨ Self-awareness and personal understanding start with honest, judgment-free reflection. 💛

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📱 Online p**n is more accessible than ever, making early exposure common—even in pre-teen years. Raising awareness and e...
11/29/2025

📱 Online p**n is more accessible than ever, making early exposure common—even in pre-teen years. Raising awareness and encouraging open conversations can help protect kids in today’s digital world.



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