Exhibitionism Treatment in NYC
Exhibitionism Counseling
I have helped many clients who’ve engaged in exhibitionism. I help persons with exhibitionism see what is real, and what is their disorder talking, and what specific things they can change to increase their safety from this very risky and self destructive behavior.
Exhibitionism (also called indecent exposure and exposing one’s person) is the act of exposing ones breasts or genitals to an unwilling person for your sexual satisfaction.
This unusual behavior is created by a “exhibitionistic disorder”, one that affects the client’s thinking in sometimes dramatic ways. Persons with this disorder do not see the negative and distressing experience they’re creating for victims, or their own legal jeopardy. Exhibitionists may believe their victim may want to have sexual intercourse with them, be impressed, or reciprocate such a display.
Help with Modern Exhibitionism
The latest version of exhibitionism, done electronically via text and messenger services, has grown in popularity. It is a form of exhibitionism often seen in the workplace and schools. Like in person, an exhibitionistic person can expose themselves to one person or literally thousands.
Potentially overlapping with pornography addiction, sometimes exhibitionistic-specific porn plays a role in the offender having a very distorted opinion of what will happen after they expose themselves to a victim. In exhibitionistic pornography, victims do not mind this behavior, or even are sexually aroused by a person doing this to them. This material distorts one’s thinking and makes the exhibitionistic person more likely to act out.
The Dangers of Exhibitionism
Obviously the exhibitionist will be in a legally dangerous position doing this to an unwilling victim, what may be less obvious is the exhibitionist can be in a physically dangerous position engaging in these behaviors. I have had clients who were physically assaulted following their behavior. Their disorder creates an extreme focus on the victim, to the degree the exhibitionist may not see clearly visible nearby onlookers, who may then apply vigilantism to the exhibitionist.
I am here to help you. Don’t hesitate to give me a call. No judgment and I make sure that everything remains private.
I work with all types of schedules to ensure you get the help you need.
During the first appointment, I will go over exactly what you are struggling with and create a lifelong plan to give you the life you deserve.
You will be surprised by the progress you can make with my counseling. Years of experience and dedication to helping you is our moto.
My Qualifications
Certified Sex Offender Treatment Specialist Ohio University
Certified Juvenile Sexual Offender Counselor University of Louisville
Full Clinical Member (National) Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers
Full Clinical Member NY Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers
Full Clinical Member NJ Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers
Master’s Degree, Clinical Social Work, Fordham University
Licensed Psychotherapist NY Lic # R059367-1
Licensed Psychotherapist CT Lic # 10800
Licensed Psychotherapist NJ Lic # 44SC05908100
Licensed Psychotherapist CA Lic # 101416
Licensed Psychotherapist Fl Lic #SW19525
Licensed Psychotherapist TX Lic #107691
Licensed Psychotherapist OH Lic #I.2203614
Licensed Psychotherapist UT Lic #12830507-3501
I provide telehealth to New York, California, Texas, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, Ohio and Utah, please call me at 718-208-6135 and we can discuss if I am the correct expert for you. I intake clients quickly, most of the time the same week I’m called, sometimes even the same day. No need to settle for the generic therapist in your area; you can see me from anywhere.
Thanks!
James Foley LCSW-R