Letter to a Faith Leader

What Spiritual Leaders Need to Know A letter from the spouse of an addict… What I Wish Father Leaders Knew About Pornography & Sexual Addiction As a wife working her recovery, when I got to my Step 9 Amends, I knew that some way or somehow, my faith leader would be on the list. I have…

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Why Couples Need To Grieve and Mourn To Facilitate Betrayal Trauma and Addiction Recovery Healing- W/ Dr. Jake Porter

NOTE: Dr. Jake Porter will be presenting at the 2024 conference!! Get your tickets! Introduction Why couples need to grieve together after sexual betrayal. In the world of addiction recovery and betrayal trauma, many couples often face overwhelming challenges as they navigate the healing journey. Dr. Jake Porter, a certified sex addiction therapist and clinical…

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Understanding the Devastating Impact of Betrayal Trauma

The following excerpts were taken from a popular Youtube video presentation from S.A. Lifeline board member, Dr. Jill Manning. Watch a shortened video excerpt here or subscribe to the Digital Recovery Library for the full presentation. By Jill C. Manning Betrayal trauma is a profound and often overlooked form of emotional injury that occurs when…

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Navigating Betrayal Trauma As a Coupleship W/ Dr. Stefanie Carnes

NOTE: This blog post contains concepts and some quotes which were taken from a 2021 S.A. Lifeline conference presentation by Dr. Stefanie Carnes. Subscribe to the Digital Recovery Library to watch the entire presentation. Understanding Betrayal Trauma Betrayal trauma isn’t just a term; it’s an experience that shakes the very foundation of one’s trust and…

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The Vital Integration of Therapy and the 12-Steps

Featuring Video From Dr. Jill Manning In the journey of navigating recovery from sexual compulsions/ addictions and betrayal trauma, two powerful forces often stand as pillars of support: therapy and the Twelve-Steps. While distinct in their approaches, they possess a remarkable symbiotic relationship that fosters profound healing and personal growth. Let’s explore how therapy and…

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Learning From Unwanted Sexual Behaviors- Jay Stringer

The following is an abbreviated version of a presentation by Jay Stringer from the 2021 S.A. Lifeline conference. Jay Stringer is the author of Unwanted: How Sexual Brokennes Reveals Our Way To Healing. View the entire video presentation in our Digital Recovery Library. I want to talk about the stories that you and I don’t…

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This Is Where a Family Healed

I remember thinking that I would zoom in and out of therapy because I and my family would be healed! We can’t climb to the top of our figurative Mount Everests in a day and that’s alright.  

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Asking For a Room Full of Bubble Gum: When God Knows Best

With my tiny 8 year old (or there about) eyes squeezed shut and a hope that filled every cell of my little body, I said a prayer that sounded something like this: “Heavenly Father, I am learning about faith and I believe with every fiber of my being that you will answer this request: Please…

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