Dr. Stefanie Carnes is the president of the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals, a training institute and professional organization for addiction professionals. As a Meadows Senior Fellow, she works with sexually addicted clients and their families and is the clinical architect of Willow House, a treatment program for women struggling with sex, love, and intimacy disorders.
A licensed marriage and family therapist and an AAMFT-approved supervisor, Dr. Carnes’ area of expertise includes working with patients and families struggling with multiple addictions such as sexual addiction, eating disorders, and chemical dependency. She is also a certified sex addiction therapist and supervisor, specializing in therapy for couples and families struggling with sexual addiction. She presents regularly at conferences at both the state and national levels. She is also the author of numerous publications including the books Mending a Shattered Heart: A Guide for Partners of Sex Addicts, Facing Heartbreak: Steps to Recovery for Partners of Sex Addicts, and Facing Addiction: Starting Recovery from Alcohol and Drugs. Her latest book, Courageous Love: A Couples Guide to Conquering Betrayal, released in 2020
When Pleasure Becomes a Problem: Understanding Problematic Sexual Digital Media Use
When does recreational pornography use cross the line into something problematic? Can someone become addicted to an AI chatbot? Can use of OnlyFans have emotional consequences? What are the real impacts of problematic sexual digital media use on sexual health, relationships, and brain function? And how can clinicians effectively help clients with problematic consumption manage triggers and prevent relapse? In this practical and insightful session, Dr. Stefanie Carnes explores
the fine line between casual use and problematic sexual digital media consumption. Drawing on current research and de...Read morecades of clinical experience, she shares effective strategies for assessment, trigger management, and long-term recovery Less...
Learning Objectives
- Define problematic pornography use and distinguish it from recreational use.
- Explain the potential negative consequences of problematic sexual digital media use and its impact on sexual health.
- Describe four core treatment strategies for helping clients heal from problematic sexual digital media consumption.
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Learning Levels
- All Levels
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Live Interactive Webinar
09:00 AM PDT - 10:30 AM PDT
EARN 1.5 CE Credit Hours
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About the speaker
Stefanie L. Carnes, Ph.D.
Clinical Sexologist, Marraige and Family Therapist
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