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[Book a Session](/find-your-therapist?reset=true)[Find The Right Therapist For You](/find-your-therapist) ![The Impact of Pornography – Online Couples Counselling support for Helping individuals and couples address the effects of porno](/assets/pornography-impact-1-a7OupYBW.webp) Many couples seek guidance online because they are experiencing problems through either one becoming dependent on internet sex, or alternatively, a **porn addiction**. Far too many couples don't know how to deal with pornography in their relationship. Some couples report using pornography as a way to enhance their sexual relationship. Others don't want anything to do with it, and a third group have opposing views about the use of pornography. But what happens when one partner wants to view pornography independently of the relationship? What does this solo sexual gratification mean to the relationship? Should it be seen as a threat to a partner? Or should a partner just accept that viewing porn is the norm? What happens if a partner becomes hooked on pornography? Our experienced therapists are trained in how to deal with the **impact of pornography** and can help find a common ground and clear understanding on how to manage this in your relationship. ## Are You Hooked on Pornography? Are you being secretive about your online activity? Are you spending increasing amounts of time online alone? Do you have compulsive thoughts about using the internet for sexual purposes and find it difficult to break? Do you feel more aroused by online activity than you do with your partner? Do you feel guilt about the amount of time you spend on the internet and get angry if challenged? Do you argue that 'internet sex isn't real' so your partner shouldn't get upset? ## The Impact on Relationships This topic can cause great stress in relationships. Even though technology is offering access that is affordable and provides anonymity, it doesn't reduce the negative impact it can have on a partner. 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