Diploma in Pornography and Sexual Addiction Counseling – The Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria

Diploma in Porn & Sex Addiction Counseling

In today’s digital age, pornography consumption and compulsive sexual behaviors are increasingly common, yet rarely addressed openly due to stigma, secrecy, and cultural barriers. Porn and sex addictions can affect relationships, careers, self-esteem, and overall well-being, leading to broken homes, intimacy issues, and psychological distress.

The Diploma in Porn & Sex Addiction Counseling at the Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria (CICN) is a groundbreaking program designed to equip professionals with the skills, tools, and therapeutic frameworks to support individuals and couples struggling with these sensitive issues. The program combines evidence-based approaches with cultural and ethical sensitivity, preparing graduates to become trusted guides in recovery and healing.

Why Choose the CICN Diploma in Porn & Sex Addiction Counseling?

Unlike general addiction counseling, porn and sex addiction requires specialized understanding of intimacy, neurobiology, trauma, and shame. This diploma provides in-depth training in both the science of compulsive sexual behaviors and the relational/psychological impact they create.

Graduates are empowered to address this taboo issue in a professional, confidential, and culturally relevant manner, helping clients restore self-control, rebuild intimacy, and recover their lives.

What You Will Learn

The program integrates psychology, addiction science, and sex therapy principles. Core topics include:

Foundations of Porn & Sex Addiction – Myths, realities, and the psychology of compulsive sexual behavior.
Neurobiology of Addiction & the Brain – How pornography and sexual compulsions rewire the reward system.
Assessment & Diagnosis – Tools to evaluate the severity and impact of porn/sex addiction.
Shame, Guilt & Trauma – Addressing underlying drivers of compulsive behavior.
Therapeutic Interventions – CBT, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and relapse prevention strategies.
Impact on Relationships – Rebuilding trust, intimacy, and healthy sexual connection in couples.
Faith, Culture & Sexuality – Navigating cultural and religious perspectives on sex and recovery.
Relapse & Recovery Planning – Helping clients sustain long-term healing.
Ethical & Professional Boundaries – Maintaining professionalism in highly sensitive cases.
Supervised Practicum – Hands-on practice with real or simulated cases in addiction counseling.

Program Outcomes

By the end of the diploma, graduates will be able to:

Provide professional counseling for porn and sex addiction with individuals and couples.
Conduct assessments and develop recovery plans tailored to client needs.
Apply evidence-based interventions to reduce compulsive sexual behaviors.
Address shame, guilt, and trauma in the recovery process.
Support couples in restoring intimacy and rebuilding relationships.
Offer culturally sensitive and ethical guidance in African and global contexts.

Who Can Enroll?

This program is ideal for:

Aspiring professional counselors specializing in sexual and behavioral addictions.
Mental health practitioners and social workers addressing intimacy and addiction issues.
Religious and community leaders offering confidential support in matters of sexuality.
Healthcare workers and educators addressing sexual health and wellness.
Anyone passionate about helping people overcome secrecy, shame, and destructive cycles.

Program Details

Duration: 12 months (with flexible study options: online and on-campus)
Certification: Diploma in Porn & Sex Addiction Counseling (Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria)
Progression: Pathway to advanced studies in Sex Therapy, Addiction Counseling, or professional licensing programs.

Career Opportunities After Graduation

Graduates can work in:

Private Practice Counseling – specializing in porn/sex addiction recovery.
Rehabilitation & Recovery Centers – addressing sexual and behavioral addictions.
Faith-Based & Community Organizations – offering confidential support programs.
Marriage & Family Therapy Practices – helping couples heal intimacy after addiction.
Schools, Universities & Youth Programs – addressing pornography among young people.
Corporate Wellness & HR Programs – supporting employees struggling with compulsive behaviors.
NGOs & Advocacy Programs – promoting awareness and prevention in communities.

Why CICN?

The Chartered Institute of Counseling in Nigeria is Africa’s leader in professional counseling education. This Diploma in Porn & Sex Addiction Counseling is one of the first of its kind on the continent, bridging global best practices with African cultural and ethical realities.

At CICN, we don’t just train counselors — we raise sexual health advocates, intimacy restorers, and recovery champions who bring healing to one of the most hidden yet destructive struggles of our time.

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