Freedom of choice is replaced by a chronic sense of shame or obligation. Without intervention, these patterned responses tend to feed upon themselves, gaining more and more control of someone's life. Fortunately, there is hope for sexual recovery. Beneath this destructive cycle is the valiant attempt to heal. The staff at The Life Healing Center is expert at helping people identify their current treatment needs.
Recovery involves two phases.
Phase one is the elimination or reduction of the patterned, compulsive behavior. At times this can be achieved by a heightened inner awareness of the destructiveness of the behavior. Typically an elevated degree of external support including a more controlled external environment, a structured program, e.g. a 12 Step program, and positive peer influence is needed. The second phase of recovery involves addressing the underlying pain that fuels the addictive process. This phase requires a foundation of abstinence from the undesired sexual behaviors.