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Voyeurism

You may have heard of the "peeping Tom" who derives sexual pleasure from watching other people undress or engage in sexual activities, but voyeurism is actually a serious sexual disorder that can cause serious problems in a person's life. For some voyeurs the sexual arousal is derived from simply watching a person undress, but others also need to watch sexual intercourse to become aroused. No matter the intensity of the disorder, online therapy for voyeurism can typically be helpful. There are other things to know about the causes and symptoms of voyeurism, however, before a decision about treatment should be made.

Causes of Voyeurism 

As with many other paraphilias, the exact nature of voyeurism is not known, but many believe voyeurism is caused in part by sexual trauma during childhood. Children who are abused are usually more susceptible to problems of this nature. While the causes of this disorder may not be known, there are many symptoms that are exhibited by people with this problem. As mentioned some people have the occasional fantasy about voyeurism, but for some reason other people are unable to resist the urge to act out the fantasies in real life. This may point to impulsive or obsessive compulsive disorders also being partially responsible for this disorder.

Symptoms of Voyeurism 

It is common for some people to occasionally fantasize about watching others performing sexual acts or in various states of undress, but when the sexual desires and urges are acted out in real life or continue for months, gaining in intensity, it may be a sign of this sexual disorder. Other symptoms include problems that may occur as a result of the acts of voyeurism. For example, criminal charges due to voyeurism is a big symptom of a serious problem.

Treatment for Voyeurism 

Even though the exact causes of this sexual disorder are not known, there are actually many treatment options available for people who suffer from voyeurism. For a while now, psychotherapy has been used to help deal with the symptoms of the disorder while also using behavioral therapy to change the way people react to their sexual urges when they appear. Here at Mentaline.com, we have combined the best of psychotherapy with the power of the Internet. We've made it simple to book and conduct online therapy sessions with therapists who specialize in this and other sexual disorders. These therapists can also assist with practical tips on dealing with this particular disorder. The goal of any treatment should be to uncover the underlying cause of the disorder so that healing can begin.

Definition of Voyeurism

Voyeurism is sexual pleasure or arousal derived from watching naked people while not being observed. Treatment options for voyeurism include therapy and counseling.

Symptoms of / Reasons for Voyeurism

  • Sexual fantasies or desires revolving around watching a person undress or engage in sexual activity
  • Sexual urges cause problems in other areas of life, including relationships

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  • - Coaching and Therapy Supervision
    • » Symptoms
    • Increasing professional knowledge
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    • Exhaustion
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  • - Stress
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    • Sleep disturbances
    • Muscle tension
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    • Fatigue
    • Nervousness
    • Anxiety
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    » Definition Stress is an emotional strain on the mind that is caused by both physical and emotional problems in life. While everyone deals with stress in slightly different ways, treatment with psychotherapy is recommended.
  • - Teenage Issues
    • » Symptoms
    • Intense feelings of guilt, grief, or even relief
    • The desire to help and feeling ill-equipped to do so
    • An overwhelming desire to remove yourself from the friendship
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    » Definition Teenage issues are troubles or difficulties that may arise in an adolescents life when living in the modern world. Therapy and counseling are both helpful when dealing with a wide range of teenage issues.
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Katerina Dimakopoulou

Katerina Dimakopoulou

London
Psychotherapist , Counsellor/Therapist
About me

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  • - Excessive Sexual Drive
    • » Symptoms
    • Distress caused by lack of sexual interaction
    • Obsessive thoughts about sex
    • Many sexual partners
    • Long time spent looking at pornography
    • Lack of emotional contact with sexual partners

    » Definition Excessive sexual drive - once known as nymphomania - is when sexual desires and urges have a large negative impact on a person's life, affecting them personally as well as people around them. Both counseling and therapy are helpful for treatment of excessive sexual drive.
  • - Premature Ejaculation
    • » Symptoms
    • Ejaculation within a minute or less of vaginal penetration
    • Inability to delay ejaculation during sexual intercourse
    • Sexual aversion
    • Distress

    » Definition Premature ejaculation is when a male achieves orgasm before they or their partner wishes it to happen. Usually, it occurs within a minute of vaginal penetration. For many people, psychotherapy is a powerful part of any treatment plan to deal with premature ejaculation.
  • - Vaginismus
    • » Symptoms
    • Minor burning during sexual intercourse
    • Unconsummated marriage
    • Breathing problems during intercourse
    • Difficulty with vaginal penetration
    • Sexual aversion
    • Involuntary spasm of vagina muscles
    • Distress

    » Definition Vaginismus is diagnosed when there is an involuntary spasm of the muscles around the vagina that force the opening closed. While there are physical treatments that may be needed, psychotherapy including counseling should not be forgotten to help deal with the emotional problems that may stem from this sexual dysfunction.
  • - Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Strong desire to be the opposite sex
    • Vocal insistence of being part of the opposite sex
    • Cross-dressing
    • Continual discomfort about sexual identity
    • Inability to maintain an erection or achieve orgasm

    » Definition Sexual and gender identity disorders are disturbances in sexual desire that cause distress and difficulties with interpersonal relationships. While there are a wide range of different types of sexual and gender identity problems, treatment including counseling and therapy can help.
  • - Relationship Problems
    • » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
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    • Anxiety
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    • Detached feelings
    • Feelings that the world is unreal
    • Trembling or twitching

    » Definition Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that affect a person's anxiety levels, leaving them unable to function in society. Psychotherapy is very useful in treatment for anxiety disorders.
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Julie Zikman Toporoski

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About me

I practice an eclectic and holistic approach when assisting people in identifying goals and strategies to achieve these. I am nonjugemental, supportive and empathic when working with people to reach their personal potential.

Specialties
  • - Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Strong desire to be the opposite sex
    • Vocal insistence of being part of the opposite sex
    • Cross-dressing
    • Continual discomfort about sexual identity
    • Inability to maintain an erection or achieve orgasm

    » Definition Sexual and gender identity disorders are disturbances in sexual desire that cause distress and difficulties with interpersonal relationships. While there are a wide range of different types of sexual and gender identity problems, treatment including counseling and therapy can help.
  • - Paraphilias
    • » Symptoms
    • Exposure of genitals in public to strangers
    • Sexual fantasies revolving around rubbing against a non-consenting person
    • Sexual fantasies about giving or receiving pain for sexual gratification
    • Strong sexual urges or compulsions
    • Sexual fantasies, desires, or urges that cause a problem in relationships
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    » Definition A sexual dysfunction is a problem that occurs at any point of sexual activity and causes difficulties. Treatment for sexual disorders should include therapy anParaphilias are problems with uncontrollable sexual urges, desires as well as behaviors that center around uncommon sexual activities, objects, or situations that most do not find sexually stimulating. Psychotherapy is recommended for treatment of various paraphilias.
  • - Exhibitionism
    • » Symptoms
    • Recurring fantasies of genital exposure to strangers
    • Actual exposure of genitals to strangers multiple times
    • Appearance of other paraphilias symptoms

    » Definition Exhibitionism is a compulsion or strong desire to display genitals to an unsuspecting stranger. Psychotherapy - including group counseling - is recommended for treatment of exhibitionism.
  • - Transvestic Fetishism
    • » Symptoms
    • Intense fantasies revolving around clothing of the opposite sex that last at least six months
    • Social impairment
    • Relationship problems
    • Cross-dressing only for sexual pleasure

    » Definition Transvestic fetishism is a male who is sexually aroused by wearing, fondling, or seeing female clothing. Psychotherapy is helpful in the treatment of this disorder.
  • - Frotteurism
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    • Constant sexual fantasies about rubbing against a non-consenting person
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  • - Voyeurism
    • » Symptoms
    • Sexual fantasies or desires revolving around watching a person undress or engage in sexual activity
    • Sexual urges cause problems in other areas of life, including relationships

    » Definition Voyeurism is sexual pleasure or arousal derived from watching naked people while not being observed. Treatment options for voyeurism include therapy and counseling.
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    • » Symptoms
    • Fear of a specific person or scenario
    • Dramatically increased feeling of guilt or shame
    • Low self-esteem
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • Borderline personality disorder
    • Dissociative Identity Disorder

    » Definition Sexual abuse is the perpetration of any sexual act on an unwilling party.
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    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
  • - Anger Management
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    • An excess of anger that can lash out at any time
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    » Definition Anger management is the process of controlling one’s anger through therapeutic techniques and exercises.
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Geoff Hurry

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Hypnotherapist
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    • Relationship problems
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    • Worry

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    • Health problems
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    • Daytime sleepiness
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    • Sudden awakening from sleep
    • Fear or terror at night
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    » Definition Sleep disorders are difficulties related to sleeping, including falling asleep, waking up during sleep, and other similar problems. Therapy and counseling are both helpful in treatment for sleep disorders.
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