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Infidelity Therapy: Expert Help for Healing & Recovery in Toronto, Ottawa, Oshawa & across Canada
Infidelity can be one of the most painful experiences in a relationship, leading to deep emotional wounds, trust issues, and uncertainty...
Mar 16


How to Avoid Chronic Relapse: A Guide for Men Battling Porn, Alcohol, Gambling, and Other Addictive Behaviors
Relapse is one of the biggest challenges men face when trying to overcome addiction. Whether it’s porn, alcohol, gambling, or other...
Mar 8


Why It’s So Hard to Quit Addictions and How to Overcome Them
Addiction can feel like an unrelenting force, pulling you back even when your mind and heart are desperate for change. Whether it’s...
Jan 19


Understanding the Intersection of ADHD and Addiction in Men
At First Step Men's Therapy, we recognize the unique challenges that men face when it comes to mental health issues, especially those...
Jul 22, 2024


The Unseen Chains: Exploring the Impact of Denial on Addiction
Denial often plays a crucial role in prolonging and perpetuating addiction, often impacting long-term recovery Denial is a powerful...
Feb 10, 2024


Unraveling Eroticized Rage: A Deep Dive into the Arousal Template
Understanding how anger and other emotions play a role in one's arousal template can be an important step in healing and awareness...
Dec 2, 2023

Is my sexual fetish healthy or addictive?
While fetishes and kink can be a healthy part of sexual expression and sexuality, for some it might lead to addictive patterns or...
Apr 13, 2023


Core Beliefs and Sex Addiction
At the heart of sex addiction lies negative core beliefs about self, others, and the world First Step Men's Therapy helps men across...
Feb 11, 2023


Healthy Shame versus Toxic Shame
.We explore the differences of healthy (yes - it can be) and toxic shame First Step Men's Therapy helps men across Ontario, Canada...
Feb 5, 2023


What is a CSAT (Certified Sex Addiction Therapist)?
CSAT Therapists play a crucial role in helping individuals struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour heal and grow In recent years,...
Nov 21, 2022


What is a 12-step group and how can it help me?
First Step Men's Therapy helps men across Ontario, Canada develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. We offer...
Nov 21, 2021


Am I a Sex Addict? What is a sex addict?
First Step Men's Therapy helps men across Ontario, Canada develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. We offer...
Nov 9, 2021
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