Porn Addiction Therapy

Porn Addiction Therapy in Melbourne

Private, confidential support — book directly online

Porn addiction (also referred to as compulsive pornography use) is more common than many people realise, and help is available in a way that feels private, respectful, and non-judgmental.

At The Three Seas Psychology, we support individuals who feel their pornography use has become difficult to control, is causing distress, or is impacting their relationships, mental health, or sense of self.

You can book directly online without speaking to our Client Care team.
All the information you need is on this page, and you are free to choose your psychologist and appointment time privately.

When pornography use becomes a problem

It’s normal to be curious about sex and sexuality. For some people, however, pornography use can shift from something occasional into a pattern that feels compulsive or hard to stop, even when it’s no longer enjoyable.

You might be seeking support if you notice:

• Repeated attempts to reduce or stop porn use that haven’t worked

• Feeling shame, secrecy, or distress around your behaviour

• Porn use interfering with relationships, intimacy, or work

• Escalation in frequency or content over time

• Using porn to cope with stress, loneliness, anxiety, or emotional numbness

• Difficulty becoming aroused or present with a real-life partner

Many people delay seeking help because they feel embarrassed or unsure how to explain what they’re experiencing. You are not alone, and you don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy.

How therapy can help with porn addiction

Porn addiction is rarely about sex alone. It’s often connected to emotional regulation, coping strategies, attachment patterns, and underlying stress or distress.

Working with a psychologist can help you:

• Understand the emotional and psychological drivers behind your porn use

• Reduce shame and self-criticism around sexual behaviour

• Develop healthier ways to cope with urges, stress, and difficult emotions

• Break repetitive cycles of secrecy and compulsive behaviour

• Rebuild trust with yourself or within a relationship

• Clarify what healthy sexuality and intimacy look like for you

Therapy is not about judgement, moralising, or forcing abstinence. It’s about understanding your patterns and regaining a sense of choice and control.

Our therapeutic approach

Our psychologists use evidence-based approaches tailored to compulsive and addictive behaviours, including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

• Schema Therapy

• Trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches

Sessions move at your pace and focus on what feels most relevant to you, whether that’s behaviour change, emotional insight, or relationship repair.

Psychologists with a focus on porn addiction

We have psychologists with experience supporting individuals with:

• Porn addiction and compulsive pornography use

• Shame-based sexual behaviours

• Co-occurring anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem

• Relationship and intimacy concerns linked to pornography use

You can view available therapists and book directly online.
If you’re not sure who to book with, you can visit our Meet Our Psychologists page, filter by porn addiction, and read short therapist descriptions to help you find the right fit.

Do I need to speak to someone before booking?

No.

You can book directly online without contacting our Client Care team.
Many people prefer this level of privacy, especially when seeking support for porn addiction.

If you do want help choosing a psychologist, our team is available, but it’s entirely optional.

Is porn addiction the same as sex therapy?

Not always.

Some people prefer focused support specifically for compulsive pornography use, without exploring broader sexual or relationship issues. Others may choose to integrate this work within a wider exploration of intimacy or sexual wellbeing.

If you’re interested in broader relationship or intimacy support, you can also explore our
Sex Therapy & Intimacy Support in Melbourne page.

Appointments and locations

We offer:

• In-person appointments across multiple Melbourne locations

• Telehealth sessions for privacy and convenience

• Flexible appointment times

All sessions are confidential and conducted in a professional, supportive environment.

Ready to take the next step?

You don’t have to manage this alone, and you don’t need to explain everything upfront.

You can:

• Book an appointment online at a time that suits you

• Choose a psychologist who feels like the right fit

• Begin therapy in a safe, respectful, and confidential space