900 Cummings Center, Suite 413T, Beverly, MA 01915
Center for Sex & Love Addiction
Clinical Diagnostic Evaluation

Comprehensive Sexual & Relationship Addiction Assessments

In-depth evaluation to accurately determine if sex or love addiction exists, assess risk levels, and design an individualized recovery roadmap.

What a Comprehensive Assessment Examines

Determining whether sexual or relational behaviors constitute clinical addiction requires a thorough, professional diagnostic process. Michael Porter, LICSW conducts confidential written and clinical evaluations designed to clarify core issues, measure risk, and formulate a targeted treatment plan.

Our Confidential Clinical Assessment Addresses:

  • Sexual Thoughts, Feelings & Behaviors: Evaluating compulsivity, escalation, secret habits, and loss of control over time.
  • Risk & Consequences: Measuring social, emotional, legal, health, and relationship impacts associated with the addiction.
  • Readiness to Change: Assessing internal motivation and identifying emotional obstacles standing in the way of sobriety.
  • Attachment & Relational Capacity: Evaluating readiness to form close, stable, and transparent relationships.
  • Addiction Sub-typing: Differentiating between sex addiction, love addiction, codependency, and co-occurring mental health factors.

About the Clinical Assessment

A formal clinical written assessment ($100) provides an official, structured evaluation conducted by a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, producing a clear diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan.

Common Questions

Assessments — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about clinical diagnostic evaluations for sex and love addiction.

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