Porn & Sex Addiction Therapy Blog

Welcome to our blog page. Here you will find a range of short articles about sex and pornography addiction and its impact on partners – and also on society. We aim to write at least two blogs a month. Some will be extracts from books written by Paula Hall, some are about news items that have recently been in the press. We also like to write about some of the controversies in sex and porn addiction as we’re aware of what a huge impact they can have on people struggling with this problem and also those of us that work in the field. Please do have a browse and if you find something that interests you, please do feel free to share with friends on social media as, or if, appropriate.

April 2026 A Response to the SRT Journal’s Statement on ‘Sex Addiction’ For this month's blog, we are sharing Dr Caleb Jacobson's rebuttal of the SRT Journal statement on 'sex addiction'. This letter offers a clear and balanced response to the SRT statement, drawing attention to several important limitations. It highlights how... Read More March 2026 Understanding Compulsion and Addiction in Uncertain Times We are living through a period that, for many, feels deeply unsettled. News cycles are saturated with conflict and instability - from the violence affecting people in Iran, Palestine and beyond, to economic strain, political tension, and rising costs of... Read More February 2026 Processing Spiritual Abuse in Therapy For many people, faith is a source of comfort, guidance, and meaning. Religious communities can provide belonging, moral frameworks, and support during life’s challenges. Yet, when faith or spiritual authority is misused, it can become a source of profound harm.... Read More January 2026 Why We’re Still Calling It “Porn Addiction” (Even in 2026) Guest blog: Harriet Jackson For those unaware of this long-running debate, there is an ongoing and often heated dispute between some professionals about how we describe sexual behaviours that feel out of control. Should we call it “porn addiction” or... Read More December 2025 A Recovery Toolkit for the Festive Season For many people, Christmas brings warmth, connection and moments of genuine pleasure. At the same time, it can also create challenges. Changes in routine, increased time alone or with others, disrupted sleep, heightened expectations and unresolved family dynamics can all... Read More November 2025 Porn Play Review: Was It Really About Porn? Guest blog by Harriet Jackson, Communications Manager (and theatre lover) Walking into the Royal Court Theatre with Paula to watch Porn Play, I expected a provocative and possibly uncomfortable afternoon. I was cautiously optimistic that the overall message would be... Read More