106: What's Really Underneath Sexual Acting Out? With Sammy Uyama

Beyond the Facade with Choose Recovery Services and Blueprint Institute · Jul 30, 2026 · 29m · transcript

Sexual acting out isn't always about sex.

Sometimes it's about loneliness. Sometimes it's about validation. Sometimes it's about trying to feel alive.

Luke Gordon and recovery coach Sammy Uyama unpack the emotional needs underneath compulsive sexual behavior and explain why understanding those needs is essential for lasting recovery.

If you've ever wondered why relapse keeps happening—even when motivation is high—this episode may completely change how you think about healing.

Book a session with Sammy.

Chapters

01:19 Meet Sammy

04:22 Need #1: Connection

17:08 Need #2: Validation

20:07 Need…