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Behavioral Addictions ICD-11 6C72 Compulsive Sexual Behavior

Sexual Addiction / Pornography Addiction

Inability to control intense, repetitive sexual impulses or pornography consumption despite severe emotional, relationship, or professional distress.

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Diagnostic Code ICD-11 6C72 Compulsive Sexual Behavior
Clinical Category Behavioral Addictions
Recommended Modalities ACT, Compassion-Focused Therapy
Medicare Rebates $141.85 / session with MHTP
Practice Location Albion Park & Telehealth

Diagnostic Formulation

ICD-11 6C72 Compulsive Sexual Behavior

Inability to control intense, repetitive sexual impulses or pornography consumption despite severe emotional, relationship, or professional distress.

Core Clinical Symptoms & Presentations

Compulsive pornography use for emotional soothing
Escalation to extreme content
Severe shame and cognitive dissonance
Erectile desensitization

Evidence-Based Psychological Interventions

Trauma-informed ACT
Somatic sensory mindfulness
De-shaming psychoeducation
Healthy intimacy restructuring

Neurodiversity & ADHD Overlap Lenses

Prefrontal Cortex Scaffolding & Dopaminergic Nuances

Often utilized as a rapid neurochemical self-medication strategy for under-stimulated ADHD nervous systems.

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Consult with registered psychologist Sky Maree Steele to develop a tailored formulation and neuro-affirming treatment plan.

Standard Consultation: $260.00
Medicare Rebate (Item 80010): $141.85
Out-of-Pocket Gap: $118.15
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