Do you or someone you know struggle with pornography use? Here are some places to find help.
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Porn Harms Research
Our archives offer the most comprehensive look at pornography research available today.
Your Brain on Porn
“This site will help you understand exactly how today’s extreme Internet porn can alter the brain. In our view, porn use isn’t a moral issue. This site grew out of a decade of research analysis on the effects of sex on the brain, and six years of listening to recovering porn addicts.”
Addiction Recovery Programs
Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA)
A recovery program based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions) adapted, with permission, for recovery from sex addiction.
Sexaholics Anonymous (SA)
A recovery program based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions) adapted, with permission, for recovery from sex addiction.
Recovering Couples Anonymous (RCA)
A recovery program based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions) adapted, with permission, for couples recovering from sex addiction.
LifeStar Network
This program is divided into 3 levels of intensive group therapy lead by highly trained and licensed therapists. LifeStar strongly suggests that participants also participate in individual and/or couples therapy, along with a 12-step SAA program outside of the LifeStar program.
Addo Recovery
Offers online addiction therapy programs, as well as individual online and in-person therapy.
Cure the Craving
Working directly with founder, Tony Lister, addicts will receive access to: 1 hour weekly group coaching call, monthly Q&A call session, 10-min weekly check in call, personal customized affirmation audios, 21-day audio program, and a Lifeline call for emergencies.
Compulsion Solutions
Multiple options to customize treatment: one-on-one counseling, inpatient treatment, group counseling, and retreats, along with an online course.
Desert Solace
A residential recovery center for individuals and families. The curriculum is spiritually-based and includes individual and group therapy, a 12-step program, health and wellness training, after-care, creative arts, music therapy, and life balance education in the areas of emotional, physical and relational well-being.
Feed the Right Wolf
This course recommends addicts read their list of 23 articles that “contain all of the information that you need to break free from pornography addictions,” attend group or one-on-one coaching sessions, and install filtering software.
Sexual Recovery Institute
The nation’s only comprehensive 2-week intensive treatment program for sexual addiction and sexual compulsivity. They also offer an evening intensive program 3 times per week.
Sex Addict Help
A listing of psychotherapistsin the San Francisco Bay area who offer counseling and psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families struggling with sexual addiction and sexual compulsion.
International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP)
A database to find local sex addiction therapists, support groups, 12-step programs, and sex addiction treatment options. They also provide educational materials to understand sex addiction.
Religious Recovery Programs
Candeo Healthy Sexuality
Candeo’s cognitive behavior modification program is presented in an interactive, multimedia format. It begins with training videos to educate addicts about the brain science behind addiction.
Addiction Recovery Program
The 12 steps of the program are based on gospel principles to help individuals overcome addiction through the Atonement. The steps contain explanations of principles, practical suggestions for applying those principles, and “understanding” questions relating to each step.
InnerGold
An at-home treatment manual or online multimedia program with email support.
Integrity Restored
A seven-point plan where each point is of equal importance and worked on in unison. When all points of the plan are addressed daily, sobriety and recovery can be achieved.
BraveHearts
This program is a mentoring program, with options for personal or group mentoring.
Setting Captives Free
A Christ-centered, 60-day online course based on Biblical principles, personal evaluation questions, and accountability questions.
The Kings Men
“Under Christ the King’s universal call to serve, we as men, pledge to unite and build up other men in the mold of leader, protector, and provider through education, formation and action.” General information and suggested steps for overcoming addictions.
Reclaim Sexual Health
This online program has a neuro-cognitive and faith-based focus with personal tracking and feedback.
Battle Plan Ministries
A Christ-centered recovery plan that uses scripture study, prayer and spiritual focus to overcome sexual addiction.
Faithful and True
Multiple options to customize treatment: one-on-one counseling, retreat workshops, and group counseling, along with online audio and video training.
Be Broken
A 40-day online course delivered in a daily email, with access to group and personal counseling, workshops, educational resources, and mobile apps.
Celebrate Recovery
A Christ-centered ministry and biblical program that helps addicts overcome through face-to-face group sessions.
Mind Armor
“Using principles from scripture and how God designed you to operate, MindArmor® Training Tools teaches you how to break destructive thought patterns associated with lust and pornography through an online training course.” The course includes interactive videos, a workbook, scripture verses, and exercises.
L.I.F.E. Recovery International
“A Christ-centered support group ministry whose mission is to encourage, empower, and equip God’s people to live everyday in sexual integrity. L.I.F.E. provides consistently-revised workbook resources, educational multimedia presentations, and support group structure to the Christian community across the globe.”
Freedom Coaching
A one-on-one mentoring relationship, either in person or via face-to-face video chat online. It is based upon Catholic theology, though this process is available to everyone regardless of religion.
Dirty Girls Ministries (DGM)
DGM offers online recovery groups, online community, accountability, and a coaching/consulting network for churches and individuals.
Christian Women and Porn – Guide to Breaking Free
A book, Christian Woman’s Guide to Breaking Free From Pornography, and a free download of their 30-page eBook, The Misery of Porn and the Joy of Purity.
We Will End the Conflict Now
Written from the religious perspective of a successfully recovered addict and his wife, this book is the culmination of their discoveries concerning the principles vital to recovery and healing.
Route1520
Several recovery options including 4-day Recovery Intensives, Recovery Groups, Sponsorship Groups, and educational resources.
Educational Resources
Pink Cross Foundation
“This web site contains large doses of truth about the sex industry for purposes of education… Men and women addicted to porn need to hear it straight from the women who were there.”
Push of Hope
“Educational resources about the topics of sexual and pornography addictions [from] a group of concerned citizens and professionals in the field of psychology.”
Fight the New Drug
This program for teens and young adults gives professional education, tools, and resources to avoid and overcome pornography addiction.
The Kings Men
“Under Christ the King’s universal call to serve, we as men, pledge to unite and build up other men in the mold of leader, protector, and provider through education, formation and action.” General information and suggested steps for overcoming addictions.
Through the Flame
An international, online network supporting people affected by pornography addiction, this is a forum and resource for information and help.
One Million Men Porn Free
“Pastor Jay Dennis [has] developed resources to educate leadership on how to forthrightly, but compassionately, address the issues of pornography. Using [these] materials, leadership can facilitate a study program that will take men through the steps to freedom.”
Catholic Support Group for Sexual Addictions Recovery
An online discussion group where people with the common bond as Catholic sufferers of sexual addictions may share and seek support for their struggles. They offer resources for how to avoid sin, advice and remedies given by the Church and the saints, and the fellowship of fellow sufferers.
Beggar’s Daughter
A blog and resources to support Christian women fighting against their sexual addiction.
Specifically for Women
Dirty Girls Ministries (DGM)
DGM offers online recovery groups, online community, accountability, and a coaching/consulting network for churches and individual women.
Christian Women and Porn – Guide to Breaking Free
Their book, “Christian Woman’s Guide to Breaking Free From Pornography,” and a free download of their 30-page eBook, “The Misery of Porn and the Joy of Purity.”
Beggar’s Daughter
A blog and resources to support Christian women fighting against their sexual addiction.
Counseling
Nationwide Counselor Finder
“We help you find the support that’s right for you. Using our advanced search process, you can sort for a professional by location, expertise, language spoken, gender, HMO or PPO, and more.”
The Christian Care Network (CCN)
A national referral network of state licensed, certified, and/or properly credentialed Christian counselors offering care that is distinctively Christian and clinically excellent.
Catholic Therapist Finder
CatholicTherapists.com offers a referral base of qualified Catholic therapists who faithfully adhere to church teaching. They also offer helpful articles, books and audio.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Counselor Finder
A resource to find a local LDS Family Services office for counseling services and advice on selecting a therapist in your community who supports gospel values.
Jewish Child and Family Counseling Services (JCFS)
A resource for the Chicago area to find counselors who support Jewish values.
Muslim Family Services
A resource for the American Muslim community to find counselors with an Islamic perspective.
Addo Recovery
Addo Recovery
Offers online addiction therapy programs, as well as individual online and in-person therapy.
Filtering and Accountability Software
Covenant Eyes
“Using both Accountability and Filtering together, sites that have been blocked by the Filter appear on the Accountability Report for easy conversations about inappropriate websites.” Install on any additional devices at no extra cost.
OpenDNS
For any device that uses the router, Internet content is filtered and browsing history is recorded.