David Duchovny has entered a rehabilitation center for sex addiction, his lawyer, Stanton “Larry” Stein, tells PEOPLE exclusively.
“I have voluntarily entered a facility for the treatment of sex addiction,” the actor says in an exclusive statement. “I ask for respect and privacy for my wife and children as we deal with this situation as a family.”
Duchovny, 48, has been married to actress Téa Leoni since 1997. They have two children, daughter Madelaine West, 9, and son Kyd, 6.
Source: People.com
10 Responses
Kim Says:
Posted on August 29th, 2008 at 8:00 am
Tea’,
I just learned of your husband admission to sexual addiction. I myself had just learned of my husband’s struggle w/sex addiction this past February. We have been married for 13 years with 3 children, ages 7, 5 &3. This was quite a shock, as everyone always saw us as the “perfect couple.” I also thought we had a strong marriage and was in complete shock when I found out what had been going on behind my back. I just want you to know that you are not alone. We entered individual counseling, as well as couple’s counseling and attended an intensive program for couple’s dealing with sex addiction. This has not been an easy road, but I know that my husband loves me and is committed to our family. Addiction is a terrible thing that goes way beyond our immediate family, it also has touched the lives of our parents and other family members, as well as our friends and our community. Although, it has been a long and difficult journey…I had a divorce attorney on retrainer (and still do), so far he has been able to stay in recovery and has committed to our family that he will overcome the addiction and I have decided to stand by his side. I knew that in 10 years I wanted to be able to look my children in the eye and tell them that I gave it everything I had. Something I have learned through this process has been that although I am truly hopeful that he will stay in full recovery, I’m also aware that if he doesn’t that I will be able to walk away knowing that I did everything I could and that me and our children will be ok. I pray for you and your family. I know the difficult struggles you have ahead of you. Just remember to take care of yourself during this difficult time. God speed!!!!
Brendan Says:
Posted on August 29th, 2008 at 8:10 am
The Sex Files ( obvious but too tempting)
Rhonda Eleish Says:
Posted on August 30th, 2008 at 10:55 am
Dear Tea,
I don’t think that you will remember me, but we went to SLC together. I was really good friends with Eleanor and May, and I lived across the hall from May. Anyway, I just wanted to lend my support to you and your family right now. Ironically, am I going through a similar thing with my husband. I have a 2 year old daughter, and I have been trying (with help) to figure out what will be the best thing for her. Anyway, I wish you the best, and have great respect for both of you for dealing with this in the public eye. That must be difficult.
Wishing you the best,
Rhonda
Melinda Currington Says:
Posted on August 30th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
I wish you both the best of wishes in this trying time. It is refreshing to find a celebrity couple who quietly deals with their issues without hashing it out in the media. You have our prayers and support.
Rosa Maria Lancellotti Says:
Posted on September 1st, 2008 at 7:33 am
Dear Téa,
I’m sending all my love for you, David and kids.
You all have my respect and affection at this difficult moment.
I’m praying all nights for you all.
I love you all.
My hearts and thoughts are with you.
A huge hug from Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Rosa Maria Lancellotti
Shauna Struessel Says:
Posted on September 2nd, 2008 at 10:33 am
Tea,
I went through the same thing with my husband. Going through it is hell. We met with our pastor several times together and my husband sought individual counseling as well. We are much stronger that we were before, but the trust issues never go away completely. I still am a fanatic about what he is looking at on the computer and have the television locked with a password that only I know. It’s a tough road, but you have a ton of people who have gone through what you are (even though no one situation looks like another) and we are offering our support.
Maria Says:
Posted on September 8th, 2008 at 8:54 am
Just wanted to let you know you’re not alone (certainly you don’t need ME to tell you that…) but there are alot of people out there (fans and such) praying for you and your family. Im a fan of you both and wish you nothing but the best. Please take care…and God Bless.
Jennie Says:
Posted on September 9th, 2008 at 9:28 pm
From the outside (watching tv and films) . . . . and being an addictions counselor . . . the role you portrayed in which you had a pet turtle . . . I wish each of my patients had someone like you to support them in their recovery. Truly. Namaste.
Len Says:
Posted on September 19th, 2008 at 12:29 pm
I ditto some of the messages above. My husbands addiction has followed us for 21 years of marriage. I have set expectations and goals for myself as it does affect self esteem, trust and other relationships with many who are not mature enough to handle the idea that someone has a sex addiction. It is often not shared and that helps to make it hard to overcome or makes it easier to stay hidden. It is also one of those things that typically gets swept under a rug unless it gets out of control. What a relief to see it in the media (but only for us not in the spotlight). I can’t imagine what it has done or may do to someone in the public eye like your family. My heart goes out to you and your family. I can only hope though that it brings sex addiction more into the light as a real issue, that insurance companies, places of work and therapists who specialize in sex issues will become more available. That families and friends will be more supportive. As you can imagine my husband has struggled with it for 21 years and some of those early years without proper counseling were the hardest. I was fed up with people telling me his behavior was normal or to accept his behavior (how devasting to live with someone who’s destructive behavior not only hurts themselves but all who touch their lives). Best wishes to all involved.
Stephanie Says:
Posted on October 9th, 2008 at 8:45 am
Tea,
My heart goes out to you. My husband, like so many, has also struggled with this. It’s not easy. I struggle daily to forgive him. Sometimes, it feels like I’m going to go crazy just thinking about it all. Forgiveness has to be a choice, and honestly I’m not there yet. Like so many of the other women who have posted here, we have 3 children ages 9, 5, and 3. It is such a private matter for a family to have to deal with and many people don’t understand the damage that it causes. Be strong and know that you’re not alone (sad as that is). His recovery needs to be an ongoing process. I made my husband start attending sex addicts annonymous as part of the condition of our marriage possibly working out. I got rid of the internet connection at home, got rid of all but the family channels on cable and have locked select channels, and my husband no longer travels on business. You, yourself need to heal too. I know how tremendously you must be hurting right now and I pray for you and David both in your healing process.
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