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Psychosexual Therapy and Forensic Clinical Articles
Expert articles on psychosexual therapy, men’s sexual health, compulsive sexual behaviour, relationships, betrayal trauma, EMDR and forensic practice.


EMDR for Sexual Trauma: A Psychosexual Psychotherapy Approach
Understanding how EMDR can help address the psychological, emotional and sexual consequences of traumatic experiences.

Simon Wilson


Gestalt therapy for trauma: working with your body, emotions and relationships
Explore Simon Wilson’s Gestalt approach to trauma therapy, bringing together bodily awareness, emotions and relationships to support greater choice and connection.

Simon Wilson


ADHD, Neurodivergence and Compulsive Sexual Behaviour
What does research tell us about ADHD and compulsive sexual behaviour? A careful guide to neurodivergence, assessment and adapting therapy to individual needs.

Simon Wilson


Can You Recover From Compulsive Sexual Behaviour?
What can recovery from compulsive sexual behaviour look like? An evidence-informed guide to meaningful change, setbacks, sexual wellbeing and relationships.

Simon Wilson


CSBD, Shame and the Cycle of Compulsive Sexual Behaviour
Shame can complicate compulsive sexual behaviour without proving that a disorder is present. A careful look at shame, responsibility, moral conflict and therapy.

Simon Wilson


Seeking Help After a Partner Discovers Secret Sexual Behaviour
What can you do after a partner discovers secret sexual behaviour? A guide to seeking therapy, taking responsibility and respecting a partner’s needs.

Simon Wilson


Why Do I Keep Returning to Pornography Despite Wanting to Stop?
Returning to pornography after trying to stop can feel discouraging. Explore the pattern, plan for difficult moments and learn when specialist help may be useful.

Simon Wilson


What Happens in Therapy for Sex Addiction or Compulsive Sexual Behaviour?
What happens in therapy for sex addiction or CSBD? Simon Wilson explains assessment, treatment goals, confidentiality and practical work towards change.

Simon Wilson


What to Expect in Your First Sex Therapy Session
What happens in your first sex therapy session? A guide to assessment, confidentiality, attending alone or with a partner, and getting started in London or online.

Simon Wilson


EMDR for Trauma Affecting Sex and Intimacy
How EMDR may help when traumatic memories affect sex and intimacy—and why careful assessment and wider psychosexual therapy still matter.

Simon Wilson


Trauma, Attachment and Repetitive Sexual Behaviour
How trauma, attachment, emotional regulation and shame may contribute to repetitive sexual behaviour—and what integrated specialist therapy involves.

Simon Wilson


Why Men Delay Seeking Help for Sexual and Psychological Difficulties
Why men postpone seeking help for sexual and psychological difficulties—and how confidential, specialist therapy can provide a practical first step.

Simon Wilson


Supporting Partners Following Sexual Betrayal
Specialist support for partners following sexual betrayal, including stabilisation, boundaries, sexual health, accountability and decisions about the relationship.

Simon Wilson


Disclosure and Discovery of Sexual Behaviour Within a Relationship
What happens when hidden sexual behaviour is disclosed or discovered? This article considers trust, accountability, partner impact, confidentiality and how specialist relationship therapy can help.

Simon Wilson


Problematic Pornography Use: When Does a Habit Become a Clinical Concern?
When does pornography use become a clinical concern? A specialist look at digital habits, impaired control, sexual effects, secrecy and relationship harm.

Simon Wilson


Sex Addiction, Compulsive Sexual Behaviour and High Sexual Desire: Why the Difference Matters
People often use the terms “sex addiction”, “compulsive sexual behaviour” and “high sex drive” as though they mean the same thing. They do not. Someone may have a strong interest in sex without being out of control. Another person may engage in sexual behaviour less frequently yet experience a persistent inability to manage it, with serious consequences. A third may feel intense distress because their sexuality conflicts with personal, religious or cultural values, even thoug

Simon Wilson


Problematic Online Sexual Behaviour: When Is Specialist Help Needed?
Online sexual behaviour is not problematic simply because it is frequent. Learn when loss of control, escalation, harm, secrecy, consent concerns or potential illegality indicate specialist help.

Simon Wilson


Forensic Psychosexual Therapy: What Treatment Involves
Forensic psychosexual therapy combines structured behavioural work, psychological formulation and psychotherapy to support accountability, reduce harm and build sustainable change.

Simon Wilson


What Happens During a Forensic Psychosexual Assessment?
A clear guide to what happens during a forensic psychosexual assessment, from the initial instruction and consent through interviews, formulation and reporting.

Simon Wilson


Therapy, Assessment or Court Report: Which Service Do I Need?
Forensic psychosexual therapy, independent assessment and reports for legal proceedings serve different purposes. This guide explains which route may be appropriate and why the roles must remain clearly separated.

Simon Wilson
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