Saidat Khan Therapy

Therapy for Porn Addiction and Compulsive Use of Pornography

I provide therapy and treatment for porn addiction and compulsive pornography use at my private practice on Harley Street in Central London, as well as online.

The widespread availability of online pornography has led more people to seek help for problematic or compulsive use. For some, what begins as occasional viewing can gradually become difficult to control and may start to affect emotional well-being, relationships, work and self-esteem.

Many people struggling with porn addiction describe feeling trapped in an endless cycle of cravings and behaviours, which leaves them with feelings of shame, guilt, regret and remorse. They often have strong desires to stop or reduce their consumption but find it difficult to control their use. If this is the case, it may be necessary to take a period of abstinence from pornography to reflect and regain control of their emotions.

Signs Pornography Use May Be Becoming a Problem

You may wish to consult a professional if you notice any of the following patterns:

• Difficulty managing or reducing pornography use
• Spending more and more time viewing pornography
• Using pornography to cope with stress, anxiety or loneliness
• Secrecy or hiding of behaviour from a partner
• Pornography impacting intimacy or sexual relationships
• Feelings of guilt, shame or loss of control after viewing

Recognising these patterns is often the first step towards meaningful change.

How Porn Addiction Therapy Can Help

Porn addiction therapy aims to help individuals understand the psychological and emotional factors that underlie compulsive sexual behaviour.

In therapy, we will explore:

• The cycle of compulsive behaviour
• Identifying triggers, emotional states, and situations that lead to pornography use.
• Developing healthier coping strategies
• Learning new methods to handle stress, anxiety, and emotional discomfort without depending on compulsive behaviours.
• Exploring underlying emotional issues
• Addressing experiences like trauma, shame, loneliness or relationship problems that may lead to addictive patterns.
• Rebuilding intimacy and relationships

When pornography use has affected a relationship, therapy can help foster healthier intimacy and communication.

My Approach to Porn Addiction Therapy

My approach integrates psychotherapy, addiction counselling, and psychosexual therapy. The aim is not merely to stop problematic behaviour but also to explore the underlying emotional and relational issues that may underpin it.

Therapy may include:

• Recognising triggers and high-risk scenarios
• Developing relapse prevention strategies
• Enhancing emotional regulation and self-awareness
• Examining relationship behaviours and attachment problems
• Developing healthier coping strategies and making lifestyle changes

Treatment is always tailored to the individual and delivered at a pace that feels safe and manageable.

Porn Addiction Therapy in London and Online

I offer therapy for porn addiction in Central London (Harley Street) and online for clients across the UK and worldwide.

If you’re concerned about compulsive pornography use or would like to find out whether therapy could help, feel free to contact me to arrange an initial consultation.

My working programme, ‘Supporting Life Changes Framework’, is a structured therapeutic approach that helps individuals and couples recognise and change patterns linked to compulsive behaviour, addiction, and relationship problems, providing a clear, confidential path to lasting change.

Contact

📞 Phone: 07960 161 261
📧 Email: saidatkhan@hotmail.com
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