Ep.20 Understanding Female Sex and Love Addiction with Heather Cronemiller

In this episode of Faith and Feels, I sit down with therapist, speaker, and author Heather Cronemiller to explore the often-overlooked struggles of love and sex addiction among women. Heather opens up about her personal journey of recovery, the emotional triggers behind these patterns, and the importance of reparenting the inner child. We also discuss the role of fantasy in love addiction and the essential coping skills needed for healing.If you've ever felt stuck in toxic relationship cycles, struggled with obsessive love, or used relationships to fill a deeper void, this conversation is for you. I hope it brings you insight, encouragement, and practical steps toward healing. Heather is the author of "Going Deeper For Women: How the Inner Child Impacts Your Love & Sex Addiction"For info on her practice and background, log onto www.cronemillercounseling.comwww.boldjourney.com/meet-heather-cronemiller/Heather was also a featured guest on Youtube Channel "Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships" on December 14, 2024, interviewed by a panel of therapists, Tim Stein, Dan Drake, Jeanne Vattuone, and Wendy Conquest.Music by Pixabay "Exciting Day" and "Mixaund Happiness"Takeaways:Heather shares her personal experience with love addiction.The importance of identifying core emotional triggers in recovery.Healthy sexuality should enhance life, not detract from it.Support groups are crucial for those struggling with addiction.Mindfulness techniques can help ground individuals in the present.Reparenting the inner child is a key aspect of healing.Secrets keep us sick; sharing is vital for recovery.Coping skills and replacement behaviors are essential in recovery.The role of relationships can significantly impact recovery.There is hope for those struggling with love and sex addiction.