Lauren Hedley

My clients often tell me that it’s such a relief to feel understood and that someone gets it. They feel safe, validated and informed.

In the field of sexual addiction, knowledge of the disease and its challenges are essential. I understand the terrible malady of sexual addiction and its impact on the addict, partner and loved ones.

If you're an addict, my experience helping those with compulsive sexual behaviour enables me to understand, challenge, empathise, hold accountable and help you see and function in the real world.

Your recovery and healing will take willingness, effort and some discomfort. Ingrained patterns of addiction don't change easily or overnight. But my clients who are willing can and do recover.

If you're willing to put in the effort, I offer a clear and structured path to recovery.

If you’re looking for a magic bullet to solve this problem, this is not the place. But if you’re willing to do things differently and consistently, then I can help you get different and better results.

If you're the partner, my understanding of the devastation of betrayal trauma allows me to walk beside you as you navigate this often isolating experience.

Your healing will also take willingness, effort and time. Our first priorities are helping you regain a sense of personal safety and regulation in the face of what you've discovered. I will be there to support you to work out a way forward that feels right for you.

Being a counsellor is a natural extension of who I am. When people find out I’m a counsellor, they say it makes sense. People have always felt safe and comfortable talking to me. But therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, so in our first session, we’ll work out if I’m going to be the best person to help you progress.

When we first meet, you should be working out if you feel safe, heard and understood, and that I can help you face your challenges. If you feel we won’t work well together, then I can help you find someone who will.