Problematic Sexual Behavior –Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (PSB-CBT)
Problematic Sexual Behavior- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy™
Virtual Family Treatment for Problematic Sexual Behavior
Problematic Sexual Behavior – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (PSB-CBT™) is an outpatient treatment program for adolescents ages 13 to 18 who display problematic or illegal sexual behaviors. The program typically lasts 40 to 52 weeks and involves active participation from caregivers, helping families build healthy behaviors, strengthen supervision, and improve communication.
Youth enrolled in the program are able to remain at home, attend school, and participate in regular activities while receiving treatment. Services are designed to promote safety for both the adolescent and others in their community. Research shows that with appropriate intervention, most youth do not continue to exhibit problematic sexual behaviors into adulthood.
PSB-CBT™ may be appropriate for adolescents who:
- Repeatedly expose themselves to others
- Engage in excessive masturbation
- Struggle to recognize appropriate physical boundaries
- Are preoccupied with pornography or other sexualized content
- Create, share, or distribute sexualized images of themselves or others
- Engage in sexually aggressive behaviors
The program focuses on accountability, healthy development, family involvement, and long-term behavior change.
What to Expect: A Family Centered Treatment Approach
The first step in the process is a comprehensive assessment to determine whether the youth is a good fit for the Problematic Sexual Behavior-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (PSB-CBT™) program. If accepted, most participants are enrolled in a group-based treatment model designed to support long-term behavioral change and healthy development.
What Youth Learn
Through PSB-CBT™, adolescents develop the skills needed to make safer, healthier choices, including:
- Understanding healthy sexual behavior
- Learning privacy and personal boundary rules
- Building coping and impulse-control skills
- Strengthening social and relationship skills
Caregiver Involvement
Caregiver participation is a key part of successful treatment. Caregivers attend weekly sessions and learn how to:
- Improve communication with their teen
- Implement effective supervision and monitoring strategies
- Reduce risk factors and prevent future problematic sexual behavior
Learn More About PSB-CBT™
Treatment
Currently, PSB-CBT assessment and treatment are conducted through a secure telehealth platform (online)
Ages
Young adults, 13-18 years old.
Locations
Guildford, Forsyth and surrounding Counties
Services are provided virtually.
Contact
For information or to refer a teen Email intake@aynkids.org or NWalker@aynkids.org