Group Therapy
Unwanted Pornography Use Group
Arizona Center for Marriage and Family Therapy is organizing a counseling group for those who struggle with unwanted pornography use. Here’s some more information about the group and how you can register:
There are several reasons why so many people struggle with unwanted and addictive pornography use. Here, you can learn in a supportive environment about the physical, mental, and emotional factors that lead to urges and relapses.
Our group facilitator, Zach Dixson, LPC, is trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which are two research-based methods that are shown to help reduce unwanted pornography use. A recent study has shown that the participants who engaged in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy sessions reduced their unwanted pornography viewing on average by over 90%.
What are ACT and CBT?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) interventions help us to increase our awareness about our thoughts and emotions and commit to behavior that aligns with our values. Through practicing mindfulness and other skills that you will gain in the group, you can improve your ability to notice triggers earlier, slow down your thinking, remember what is truly important to you, and be able to avoid going to pornography and choose values-driven behavior instead.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) also helps us be aware of and have more control over our cognitions. Along with that, you will be given behavioral tools including tracking, reinforcement scheduling, and journaling that will help you have success with your pornography goals.
At the Arizona Center for Marriage and Family Therapy, we are proud to offer group therapy sessions to the communities of Mesa, Gilbert, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Chandler, Scottsdale, and Apache Junction. Our group therapy sessions provide a supportive and collaborative environment where individuals can connect with others facing similar challenges.
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