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Understanding the TINSA® Model: Revolutionizing Sex Addiction Treatment
- Addiction
- By Ed Tilton
- February 22, 2024
In today’s hyper-sexualized world, the lines between pleasure, exploration, and addiction can blur dangerously fast. Millions of Americans struggle with compulsive sexual behaviors and pornography addiction. These addictions can lead to feelings of isolation, shame, and an endless cycle of seeking temporary relief through harmful choices. Traditional treatment models for […]
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Compulsion, Obsession, and Preoccupation: The Elements of Addiction
- Addiction
- By Ed Tilton
- September 6, 2023
Compulsion, obsession, and preoccupation are the major elements of addiction. These elements explain the development and continuation of addictive behavior. Understanding them can help you recognize how someone can become addicted and why they can’t just stop the addictive behavior, even when they want to. Understanding the Basics of Sex […]
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The Importance of Self-Awareness in Recovery
- Addiction
- By Doug Harsch
- August 30, 2023
Self-awareness is critical to addiction recovery. You can’t heal from addiction without recognizing and admitting that you have a problem and how it impacts your life and the lives of those around you. Without self-awareness in recovery, healing is unlikely. What is Self-Awareness? Self-awareness is the knowledge of your character, […]
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Can You Be a Sex Addict and Christian?
- AddictionChristian Therapy
- By Doug Harsch
- February 5, 2023
It’s challenging for many people to sync ideas of sexuality and Christianity. It’s especially difficult when you experience sexual behavior that you can’t control and that causes you shame. But you can be a sex addict and Christian. God’s love isn’t conditional. No matter the issue, He forgives and wants […]
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Can You Trust a Sex Addict?
- Addiction
- By Doug Harsch
- December 12, 2021
Trust is critical for a healthy, thriving marriage. When trust exists between a husband and wife, they are vulnerable with each other, and their bond strengthens. But can you trust a sex addict? Sex and pornography addictions damage trust between partners. If someone seeks sexual gratification outside the God-ordained bonds […]