Kate Parkinson, MFT
200 Middlefield Rd, Ste 100
Menlo Park, CA 94025

Phone: (650) 380-0526
Recovery of Self Counseling
Kate Parkinson, M.A., LMFT, CSAT
What is Sex Addiction?

Sexuality can be an integral and balanced part of our life experience.  However, when sex becomes all consuming, or when we deprive ourselves of healthy sexual expression, our sexuality acts as a barrier filled with shame and self-contempt which isolates us from attachment with self and others.  

Dr. Patrick Carnes, the world's foremost expert and pioneer in the area of sexual addiction and recovery, defines sex addiction as any sexually-related, compulsive behavior which interferes with normal living and causes severe stress on family, friends, loved ones, and ones work environment.  It is a compulsive behavior that ends up dominating one's life. 

Are you a sex addict?  Take the Sexual Addiction Screening Test here.

Are you an internet sex addict?  Take the Internet Sex Screening Test here.


There is hope.  It is possible to enjoy healthy sexual behavior that creates intimacy and closeness, characterized by trust, respect, joy and safety. 

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To schedule a free phone consultation or appointment, please call: 
(650) 380-0526 or email me.

200 Middlefield Road, Suite 100
Menlo Park, CA  94025