JumpStart

JumpStart is an effective, one-week, intensive, outpatient, sex addiction initial recovery program.

The Purpose

To assist you in your journey towards healthy sexuality by helping to initiate sexual sobriety and build a foundation for on-going growth and continued abstinence. 

Why does “JumpStart” take this approach?

For many, the traditional weekly or bi-weekly therapy session or group approach just isn’t giving you the traction you need. Sobriety has remained elusive.

To overcome deeply ingrained practices, specialized therapeutic strategies are needed. While a one-week intensive program is not a cure in itself, it can provide the foundational elements shown to be effective for the long journey of recovery.

 What are these foundational elements?

• Breaking through denial; learning to see reality.

• Understanding the neurobiology of addiction, or, being able to answer the question “why am I powerless to stop?”

• Understanding individual vulnerabilities and relapse scenarios.

• Understanding your arousal template.

• Establishing an effective, initial, relapse prevention plan for long-term recovery.

• Understanding the role of faith and prayer in the destruction of strongholds.

How is this accomplished?

“JumpStart” uses a modular, task-centered approach to help you accomplish your goals, which are personalized for you after an initial interview and the completion of several assessments. The assessment tools are state of the art, developed by the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP) founded by Dr. Patrick Carnes.

During “JumpStart”, you will attend both group and individual sessions and be assigned appropriate homework/projects to be completed between sessions.  

Who will benefit from “JumpStart”?

• Men who are unable to stop sexually compulsive behaviors - from pornography to soliciting prostitutes and other unwanted behaviors.

• Men who are compromising their family life, and perhaps even their professional life, by their acting-out behaviors.

• Men who are unable to stop viewing pornographic materials/websites.

• Men caught in the web of lies and shame because of their inappropriate sexual activities.

• Men who know they need in-depth treatment, but can’t afford the high cost of residential inpatient treatment.

What about spouse/partners?

Spouses and partners can have a profound positive influence on recovery by being supportive and participating in the intake interview. However, typically partners struggle with their own betrayal or discovery trauma. Supporting their partner may not be particularly appealing to them which is very understandable. There are resources available for them as well as they have a different and often more difficult journey of their own.  Partner Resources »

What happens after “JumpStart”?

“JumpStart” is just that – a start. At its completion, there remains much more to do. You will leave with an understanding of what you need to do to succeed. Those who continue with me will immediately begin a four month secondary phase with weekly therapy and an expectation that you will attend an approved weekly sex addiction-focused group.

If you choose to continue with the therapist who referred you to “JumpStart”, I am available to confer with them with your written permission. 

Cost

The number of participants at “JumpStart” is kept small so there can be as much individual focus throughout the week. The total cost for this treatment program—the initial interview, assessments, materials, and the five days of both group and individual sessions—is $1,500. A  $500 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your place in the group. This fee can be paid by cash, Visa, or MasterCard. The balance is due prior to the start of “JumpStart”.

How do you get started?

Contact me to schedule your initial interview, or to answer any questions you may have.  It’s a big step, a healthy step, and one you’ll be glad you chose.