When sex addiction and betrayal trauma strike, the wounds are not limited to individuals—they ripple through relationships, leaving trust shattered and bonds broken. At the 2024 S.A. Lifeline Conference, Dr. Jake Porter introduced his groundbreaking Couple-Centered Recovery Model, a framework designed to help couples heal together rather than growing apart during the recovery process. Dr.…
The holiday season can be a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. Yet, for many in the process of healing from sex addiction or betrayal trauma, it can also bring unique challenges. We can be left feeling drained, overwhelmed, or even let down once the festivities end. This emotional rollercoaster is normal, and we are…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
A Message of Hope For All Faiths By S.A. Lifeline’s Executive Director, Tara McCausland For many of us, ’tis the season of twinkling lights, warm cocoa, and the age-old question that has endured through generations: Is Santa Claus real? As a parent, navigating the delicate balance of preserving the magic of childhood and revealing the…
When life falls apart during the holidays, we can learn to cope by practicing surrender.
Many people erroneously think of pornography as a substitute or preparation for healthy sexual relations. Healthy sexuality and intimacy, however, stand in sharp contrast to pornographic portrayals of sexuality.