Sex Addiction Treatment in Israel at IsraRehab

Contents

How Sex Addiction Manifests
Diagnosis at IsraRehab
How Sex Addiction Is Treated
Family Therapy and Rebuilding Trust
Confidential Sex Addiction Treatment at IsraRehab
Our Specialists
Photo Gallery of Our Center
Cost of One Month of Treatment at IsraRehab

Sex addiction involves repetitive sexual behavior that becomes increasingly difficult to control. Persistent sexual thoughts, pornography use, seeking new sexual partners, or other behaviors may begin to take up more and more time and negatively affect relationships, family life, work, and other areas of a person’s life.

The term “sex addiction” is widely used in everyday language. However, the World Health Organization’s ICD-11 uses the diagnosis Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (CSBD), which is classified as an impulse control disorder.

At IsraRehab, sex addiction treatment focuses on restoring control over behavior, addressing the factors that contribute to compulsive patterns, and developing a healthier relationship with sexuality and intimacy.

How Sex Addiction Manifests

A high sex drive or an active sex life does not in itself indicate a disorder. The key concern is a persistent difficulty in controlling repetitive sexual urges and behaviors despite their negative consequences.

Signs of a problem may include:

Repeated unsuccessful attempts to change or control sexual behavior
Compulsive pornography use or constantly seeking sexual encounters
Using sexual activity to cope with stress or emotional distress
Hiding sexual behavior from a partner or family members
Problems in relationships, family life, or at work
Continuing the behavior despite negative consequences

If this pattern continues and a person is unable to regain control on their own, professional assessment may be necessary.

Diagnosis at IsraRehab

Treatment begins with an individual assessment. Our specialists evaluate the nature and duration of the problem, the person’s ability to control sexual urges, the consequences of the behavior, and previous attempts to change it.

Particular attention is also given to the patient’s mental health. Compulsive sexual behavior may occur alongside depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol or drug addiction, and other mental health conditions.

When a co-occurring disorder is identified, the treatment program is developed with the entire clinical picture in mind rather than focusing solely on the manifestations of sex addiction.

How Sex Addiction Is Treated

At IsraRehab, the treatment program is developed individually following an assessment. The goal is not to suppress sexuality or eliminate a person’s sex life, but to restore the ability to control their behavior.

The program may include:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Helps identify situations, thoughts, and emotional states that trigger compulsive behavior and develop healthier ways of responding to them.

Individual psychotherapy. Focuses on psychological and emotional factors that may contribute to and maintain repetitive patterns of sexual behavior.

Impulse control and relapse prevention. Patients learn to recognize personal triggers, manage strong urges, and reduce the risk of returning to previous behavioral patterns.

Medication. A psychiatrist may prescribe medication when clinically indicated, particularly when co-occurring mental health conditions are present.

The primary goal of therapy is to help the person regain control over their life and develop a healthier relationship with sexuality and intimacy.

Family Therapy and Rebuilding Trust

The consequences of sex addiction often affect a partner and the entire family. Secrecy, broken agreements, and repeated episodes of compulsive sexual behavior can result in loss of trust and serious relationship conflicts.

When appropriate, family or couples therapy can be included in the treatment program. A therapist helps partners address the consequences of what has happened, establish healthy boundaries, improve communication, and gradually work toward rebuilding trust.

Confidential Sex Addiction Treatment at IsraRehab

Sex addiction can be particularly difficult to discuss because of shame and concerns about privacy. Confidentiality is therefore an important part of treatment.

IsraRehab provides treatment in a small rehabilitation center, allowing for an individualized approach to each patient.

For patients who require an enhanced level of privacy, individual VIP programs are available in Israel and Cyprus, with private accommodation options and minimal contact with other patients.