Men’s Intensive

Reclaim your freedom.

Stop destructive behaviors and jumpstart
your journey toward freedom.

January 3rd

Men’s Intensive

14 Day Men's Intensive

If your relationship with porn or sex is jeopardizing your life, work, or relationships, we want to help you take your freedom back. The Men’s Intensive is designed to provide the exact care needed to begin again.

Who It’s For

Men struggling with their relationship with sex and porn

What It’s For

Stopping destructive behavior, understanding the root cause of addiction, letting go of guilt, and developing a plan for a lasting recovery

What It Is

14-day comprehensive clinical treatment that includes trauma-focused therapy for intimacy disorders, sex addiction, and porn addiction

What It Includes

Full retreat-style room and board accommodations, transportation to and from the Denver airport, therapy sessions, guided experiential activities, tailored action planning, partner support coaching

“If you’re ready to get better,
we’re ready to help you get there.”
Ed Tilton, President of Begin Again Institute
Ed Tilton, President
Intensive Highlights

Wrap-around treatment that
covers all the details.

Transit To & From DIA

No need to worry about logistics. We’ll pick you up and drop you off right from the airport.

Retreat-Style Accommodations

Full room and board. We provide lodging and prepared meals in a beautiful historic home for a comfortable stay.

Partner Support

Each intensive includes a Partner Support Program with coaching and tools for partners and spouses of our clients.

Alumni Care

Care doesn’t stop when the intensive is over. We offer continued accountability, coaching, and support for all clients following each intensive.

Lead Therapists

In good hands

The Men's Intensive is designed and led by specialists with years of experience in addiction and trauma therapy.

Clinical

Matt Wenger
Executive Clinical Director
MA, LPC, CCPS, CSAT

Matt is the Executive Clinical Director of Begin Again Institute, 14-day Trauma-Based Intensive programs dedicated to helping men recover from porn and sex addiction.

Nate Geyer
Director of Programming
MA, LPC, CSAT, CMAT-LA

Prior to his journey as a clinician at Begin Again Institute, Nate worked as a mental health technician for over six years in the behavioral health unit at Boulder Community Health.

Young Sang Ryu
Therapist
MS, MA, LPCC
Tim Hanlon
Therapist
MA, LPC, NCC

Tim Hanlon holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regis University in Denver and is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor.

Matthew Russell
Therapist
MA, LPCC

Prior to becoming a mental health professional, Matthew served a distinguished 20-year career in the military that brings a unique blend of resilience, discipline, and compassion to his counseling practice.

Terry Bohn
Therapist
MA, LPC, LMHC

Terry is a licensed mental health counselor with over 13,000 client hours, specializing in helping adult men, couples, and groups with integrative relational, personal, emotional, and mental wellness.

T.C. Ryan
Pastoral Consultant
MDiv, DMin, PSAP-S

T. C. Ryan, BSEd (University of Missouri), MDiv (Fuller Theological Seminary), DMin (Fuller Theological Seminary), has been an ordained minister for over thirty years and is certified as a Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional (IITAP). Having served on the staff of several churches and ministry organizations, he was for nineteen years the founding and senior pastor of a large church in a suburb of Kansas City.

Doug Harsch
Primary Therapist
MDiv, LPC, CSAT

For more than 20 years, Doug Harsch worked as both a pastor and lay counselor in the city of Chicago. Feeling called in a new direction, he completed his Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Trinity International University.

Ryan Lappi
Primary Therapist
MSW, LSW, ASAT

Like many people, Ryan walked many paths before becoming a therapist. He wrote for a music magazine, worked as head-roaster for a coffee company, made live and recorded music, and worked in libraries. But it wasn’t until he discovered his own mental health struggles that he found his true calling. Through trauma work and psychotherapy he came to understand that many dysfunctions are deeply embedded in our culture, and that long term healing requires courage, resilience, and a supportive community.

Partner Services

Raina Hampton
Partner Clinical Coordinator
MA, LPCC, MFTC
Crystal Botero-Rand
Partner Support Facilitator
CLC, CPC-C

A former betrayed partner herself, Crystal brings experience and empathy to her client relationships. She began her own journey to healing in 2015, which led her to pursue a Life Coaching Certification through the International Coaching Federation.

Katie Welch
Partner Specialist
BA, TICC, ACC, APSATS-C

Admissions

Dave Dewey
Admissions Specialist
Ryan Decker
Admissions Specialist

Outreach

Emily Bourne
National Outreach Specialist
LPC

Emily Bourne is an established healthcare professional and National Outreach Specialist at Begin Again Institute and Boulder Recovery, renowned for aiding families and couples on their journey to recovery.

Gina Kaye
National Outreach Specialist

Gina Kaye brings a blend of personal and professional experience to her role as a National Outreach Specialist at Begin Again Institute. Her diverse background spans nonprofit, academic, corporate, and faith-based sectors, where she is recognized as a leader and connector.

Staff

Ed Tilton
President
MPA, CAC III, ATP

Edward Tilton is a proven behavioral healthcare leader with an established track record in the recovery industry space. As an accomplished healthcare leader, Ed has diverse management experience including clinical and business operations, expansion of program development, and clinical service offerings.

Greg Kfoury
VP of Strategic growth
Blaine Nichols
Director of Organizational Development
Ed Tilton
President
MPA, CAC III, ATP

Edward Tilton is a proven behavioral healthcare leader with an established track record in the recovery industry space. As an accomplished healthcare leader, Ed has diverse management experience including clinical and business operations, expansion of program development, and clinical service offerings.

Matt Wenger
Executive Clinical Director
MA, LPC, CCPS, CSAT

Matt is the Executive Clinical Director of Begin Again Institute, 14-day Trauma-Based Intensive programs dedicated to helping men recover from porn and sex addiction.

Greg Kfoury
VP of Strategic growth
Nate Geyer
Director of Programming
MA, LPC, CSAT, CMAT-LA

Prior to his journey as a clinician at Begin Again Institute, Nate worked as a mental health technician for over six years in the behavioral health unit at Boulder Community Health.

Blaine Nichols
Director of Organizational Development
Young Sang Ryu
Therapist
MS, MA, LPCC
Raina Hampton
Partner Clinical Coordinator
MA, LPCC, MFTC
Tim Hanlon
Therapist
MA, LPC, NCC

Tim Hanlon holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regis University in Denver and is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor.

Matthew Russell
Therapist
MA, LPCC

Prior to becoming a mental health professional, Matthew served a distinguished 20-year career in the military that brings a unique blend of resilience, discipline, and compassion to his counseling practice.

Crystal Botero-Rand
Partner Support Facilitator
CLC, CPC-C

A former betrayed partner herself, Crystal brings experience and empathy to her client relationships. She began her own journey to healing in 2015, which led her to pursue a Life Coaching Certification through the International Coaching Federation.

Terry Bohn
Therapist
MA, LPC, LMHC

Terry is a licensed mental health counselor with over 13,000 client hours, specializing in helping adult men, couples, and groups with integrative relational, personal, emotional, and mental wellness.

Katie Welch
Partner Specialist
BA, TICC, ACC, APSATS-C
T.C. Ryan
Pastoral Consultant
MDiv, DMin, PSAP-S

T. C. Ryan, BSEd (University of Missouri), MDiv (Fuller Theological Seminary), DMin (Fuller Theological Seminary), has been an ordained minister for over thirty years and is certified as a Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional (IITAP). Having served on the staff of several churches and ministry organizations, he was for nineteen years the founding and senior pastor of a large church in a suburb of Kansas City.

Doug Harsch
Primary Therapist
MDiv, LPC, CSAT

For more than 20 years, Doug Harsch worked as both a pastor and lay counselor in the city of Chicago. Feeling called in a new direction, he completed his Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Trinity International University.

Emily Bourne
National Outreach Specialist
LPC

Emily Bourne is an established healthcare professional and National Outreach Specialist at Begin Again Institute and Boulder Recovery, renowned for aiding families and couples on their journey to recovery.

Gina Kaye
National Outreach Specialist

Gina Kaye brings a blend of personal and professional experience to her role as a National Outreach Specialist at Begin Again Institute. Her diverse background spans nonprofit, academic, corporate, and faith-based sectors, where she is recognized as a leader and connector.

Ryan Lappi
Primary Therapist
MSW, LSW, ASAT

Like many people, Ryan walked many paths before becoming a therapist. He wrote for a music magazine, worked as head-roaster for a coffee company, made live and recorded music, and worked in libraries. But it wasn’t until he discovered his own mental health struggles that he found his true calling. Through trauma work and psychotherapy he came to understand that many dysfunctions are deeply embedded in our culture, and that long term healing requires courage, resilience, and a supportive community.

Dave Dewey
Admissions Specialist
Ryan Decker
Admissions Specialist
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What is the program?

Our programs are designed to help men struggling with sex and porn addiction. We offer a safe space for healing and personal growth. Through therapy, group support, and educational resources, we empower participants to reclaim their lives.

Who can benefit?

Anyone experiencing compulsive behaviors related to sex or pornography can benefit from our program. Whether you are seeking help for yourself or a loved one, our tailored approach meets diverse needs. We welcome individuals from all walks of life.

How does it work?

Participants engage in individual and group therapy sessions, focusing on understanding their behaviors and triggers. Our experienced therapists guide discussions and provide tools for recovery. The program also includes modules and resources for ongoing support.

Is it confidential?

Yes, confidentiality is a cornerstone of our programs. We prioritize creating a safe and trusting environment for all participants. Your privacy is respected and protected throughout your journey with us.

What are the costs?

Costs vary depending on the specific services and duration of the program. We offer flexible payment options to accommodate different financial situations. Please contact us for detailed pricing information.

Upcoming Dates

Some trips can wait.
This one shouldn’t.

Men’s Intensive

Next Intensive: Jan 3rd

Christian Men’s Intensive

Next Intensive: Dec 6th

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Next Intensive: Mar 6th