Porn Addiction Therapist
Certified Sex Addiction, Jared Levine
MSW, LCSW
For 17+ years, I’ve been a certified sex addiction therapist trained by the International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals.
“It was just porn…until it wasn’t.”
Porn addiction creeps in quietly, then something breaks. A partner finds out. A relationship is threatened.
You're hit with the realization that you’ve lost control of something that was “just getting off.”
Men come to me in a cycle of secrecy, shame, and disconnection. You’re not alone and we can get you back to balance..
Men Come To Me Because They:
chase more extreme content to finish
said they’s stop- but haven’t
feel detached from relationships
hide porn use from a partner, or try to repair damage it caused
question what porn has really cost
Porn addiction often affects far more than people expect. It rewires a brain's reward system, distorting how you experience intimacy, and leaves patterns of guilt, secrecy, and emotional numbness.
My Porn Addiction Therapy Isn’t “Just Stop Watching It”
Porn Brain +
Why It’s Classically Addictive:
For many men, there is a moment they realize: this isn’t just porn anymore. This is bigger and a problem.
Pornography can trigger an intense spike in dopamine, which over time can:
Desensitize your brain’s reward center
Impair impulse control
Reduce emotional regulation
Increase feelings of depression, anxiety, and isolation
Make real-life intimacy feel distant or flat
How Porn Addiction Therapy
With Me Works
This isn’t just about restricting access or using more willpower.
Together, we’ll work to understand how porn became a coping mechanism and what needs it's been meeting for you.
We’ll explore early experiences, emotional patterns, and the roots of the addiction, while also building a structured path forward.
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structured, evidence-based approach:
Clarify how addiction has caused harm: its nature, consequences, and the secrecy around it.
Explore your family of origin and its influence on your current sexual behaviors.
Uncover underlying trauma to address the root cause.
Learn practical strategies to understand sex addiction and prevent relapse.
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to reshape unhelpful thought and behavior patterns
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for building emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness
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for processing trauma and reducing its hold
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an action-based approach to explore and rehearse healthier ways of being
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based on tools from Your Brain on Porn and Treating Pornography Addiction: The Essentials Tools for Recovery
After working with me, clients report:
Recovery isn’t about resisting harder or being shamed into quitting. It’s about healing the real wounds that made porn feel necessary in the first place and learning how to build a life that doesn’t need escape to feel tolerable.
New hobbies or interests
More creative
Reconnection with their values and goals
A healthier relationship with their mind, body, and spirit
Stronger, true emotional intimacy
They’re in control again
Jared Levine, LCSW
I’m a certified sex addiction therapist trained through the International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals, with over 17 years of experience helping men work through compulsive sexual behavior, infidelity, and porn addiction.
I understand how loneliness, shame, or early experiences of neglect can lead people to rely on pornography to cope. I also know that recovery is possible. I’ve seen men reconnect with themselves, rebuild relationships, and feel more whole than they ever expected.
I’m a big fan of the NY Giants and Yankees, and I try to stay active outside of therapy, whether that’s getting outside, working out, or just taking some time to reset. I’ve always had a soft spot for animals, and for the first time in my life, I have a puppy who’s two and a half months old. Overall, I try to keep life balanced and grounded.
Masters in Clinical Social Work - New York University
B.A. - College of Staten Island
Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, trained through the International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals (IITAP)
Post Graduate Training - Ackerman Institute for the Family
Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Extensive training in CBT, DBT, and Psychodrama techniques for trauma and relational healing
Patrick Carnes 30 Task Model for structured, research-based sex addiction recovery
Education & Credentials
Get Started in 4 Steps
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Reach out using the contact form. Share a bit about what’s bringing you to therapy- no need to overthink it. I’ll get back to you with next steps.
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We’ll start with a free call. This is a chance for both of you to ask questions, get a feel for my approach, and see if we’re a good fit. No pressure, just conversation.
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If we decide to work together, in our first full session, we’ll dive into what’s been feeling stuck or painful. I’ll help you both slow things down, name what’s not working, and begin mapping a path forward.
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We’ll work together weekly to build stronger communication, heal past wounds, and create more connections. Every step is tailored to you.