Robert Axel

Robert Axel is a compassionate and experienced Licensed Psychologist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), dedicated to helping adults navigate the complexities of emotional intimacy. He understands the struggles individuals and couples face when disappointment and blame create distance in relationships. With his decades of experience, Robert assists clients who may withdraw or engage in compulsive sexual behaviors as a means to avoid deeper pain. By facilitating a thorough examination of long-standing patterns, Robert creates a safe therapeutic space that promotes healing and connection. He specializes in addressing relationship issues, sexual addiction, and men's issues through various therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Eclectic, Existential, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic approaches. Robert leads ongoing men's groups, focusing on overcoming barriers to closeness, such as resentment, fear, and sexual withdrawal. His structured treatment strategies aim to break the cycle of dependence on pornography, fantasy, and other compulsive behaviors that leave many, regardless of sexual orientation, feeling shamed and disconnected. Through his thoughtful and engaged approach, Robert guides his clients towards healthier relationships and a renewed sense of intimacy.