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I’m considering meeting Dr. Prabhu Vyas for automatic masturbation occurring without desire. I’ve already consulted two psychologists unsuccessfully, and my psychiatrist says it may not be fixable.
His qualifications include Ph.D. in Sexology, M.S. in Sexuality & Sexual Counselling, PGDPC in Psychological Counselling, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Sexology.
My doubt is that his profile doesn’t show him as a Clinical Psychologist. Since my problem is severe and I’ve already tried two psychologists unsuccessfully, I’m unsure whether he is the right person for me.
ChatGPT also says he may not be the right person for my specific problem, although I don’t depend on ChatGPT for this decision.
Should I consult Dr. Prabhu Vyas, or would a Clinical Psychologist with specific expertise in my problem be more suitable?
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Dear concerned, Since your issue involves automatic, compulsive behavior without active desire, an RCI-registered Clinical Psychologist or a behavioral therapist specializing in OCD, impulse-control disorders, and habit-reversal training is better suited than a general sexologist. While sexology addresses sexual dysfunction and psychosexual education, severe automatic behavioral loops require clinical behavioral assessment and structured therapeutic interventions like ERP , hypnosis or mindfulness based modalities.
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Thank you for sharing your concern. When masturbation occurs repeatedly without a clear sexual urge and feels automatic or difficult to control, it is important to understand the pattern rather than assuming that it is simply a sexual problem.
Sometimes repetitive sexual behaviour can be associated with OCD-related intrusive thoughts/compulsions, anxiety, habit patterns, emotional regulation difficulties, or other factors. A proper clinical assessment is therefore important before deciding on the diagnosis.
Since you have already consulted two psychologists and have not found the treatment helpful, I would suggest consulting a Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologist who is specifically trained in CBT and ERP and has experience with OCD/intrusive thoughts and compulsive sexual behaviours.
CBT can help identify the triggers and maintaining cycle, while ERP may be useful when the behaviour is part of an OCD/compulsion cycle. If there is a significant sexual-health component, a qualified therapist with additional training in sexology/sexual counselling may also be helpful.
Dr Namita Ranjan
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It seems to be a psychosexual obsession leading to undesirable masturbation which can be sexual OCD.
It needs to be treated asap otherwise it may get complicated and can affect your personal and sexual life.
It can be well treated with counseling sessions and homeopathic medicine effectively and without any side effects.
It needs to be treated in a holistic approach for complete recovery.
You need an expert clinical psychologist or homeopathic Psychiatrist who is a good sexologist.
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I have been working as a sexologist, homeopathic Psychiatrist and Clinical psychologist for the last 17 years of experience. You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance.
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Please see a dermatologist first to understand the cause and the right treatment
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For your specific condition, a sexologist with specialized training in sexual counselling is actually more appropriate than a general clinical psychologist. Dr. Prabhu Vyas's qualifications in sexology and sexual counselling are directly relevant. However, given the severity and two failed treatments, a neurological evaluation is also worth pursuing â such conditions can sometimes have an OCD-spectrum or neurological basis.
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Go ahead with a trial consultation with Dr. Prabhu Vyas. Also seek a second psychiatric opinion and consider a neurology evaluation. Consult me on Practo for further guidance.
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Ms. Rizwana Parvin T M
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Coimbatore
Consulting doesn’t cause any harm, what If worked, just consult and decide he can help you or not. Take care
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