Online Addiction
Regain control, find balance, and reconnect with what matters - beyond the screen.
You might be struggling with online or behavioral addiction if:
You lose track of time while scrolling, gaming, or browsing
You’ve tried to cut back but found it difficult
Your screen time affects sleep, relationships, or responsibilities
You turn to the internet to escape discomfort or stress
You feel anxious or low when offline
Others have expressed concern about your habits
Your online behavior is impacting your goals or well-being
How I work
If you found yourself nodding yes, you’re not alone - and there’s support available.
We’ll explore what’s beneath the behavior: What emotional needs is it meeting? What patterns are keeping it in place?
It’s not just about willpower. Internet algorithms are designed to keep you hooked - rewarding your brain with feel-good hits every time you scroll, click, or swipe. The goal here isn’t judgment, it’s awareness. And with awareness comes the ability to change.
My approach is compassionate, practical, and evidence-based. I draw on therapies like CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help you:
Understand your habits and how they developed
Identify emotional triggers like stress, trauma, or anxiety
Explore how these patterns may be impacting your relationships, goals, and overall wellbeing
Build strategies to support balance and lasting change
Reconnect with the parts of life that feel meaningful—relationships, purpose, creativity, and a stronger sense of self
Whether we’re working in person or via telehealth, this is a safe, non-judgmental space. No rigid rules. No quick fixes. Just honest, supportive work tailored to your needs.
What to expect
Session Length: 50 minutes
Format: In-person or a secure telehealth platform
Availability: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm
Session Fee: $200
Note: I do not accept insurance directly, but I’m happy to provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
FAQs
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Online behaviors often start as coping tools - for stress, boredom, or emotional pain - but can form into habits that are hard to break. They’re designed to hook your brain’s reward system.
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It’s not about quitting cold turkey. It’s about understanding the emotional drivers and meeting those needs in more grounded ways - through connection, purpose, and self-respect.
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Yes. These behaviors often mask deeper emotions like shame, isolation, or anxiety. We’ll work gently to understand what’s underneath and move toward balance - not rigid rules or judgment.
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The goal isn’t necessarily to eliminate gaming altogether (unless that’s your choice), but to help you build a healthier relationship with it. We’ll work on regaining a sense of control, creating balance, and reducing the impact it may be having on your relationships, work, or overall wellbeing. Progress looks different for everyone, the focus is on meaningful, lasting change that supports the kind of life you want to lead.
