Pornography and sexual compulsivity can be devastating to individuals, couples, and families. In fact, with the dramatic increase in pornography usage during the COVID-19 pandemic, our nation is facing a virtual “porndemic.” Discovering and disclosing sexual compulsivity and infidelity can cause sexual betrayal trauma and potential PTSD in partners. This pre-conference workshop will review the foundations, etiology, and assessment of sexual compulsivity, the development of betrayal trauma and PTSD in partners, and a Five Phase Betrayal Recovery Roadmap™ to bring restoration and healing to couples.
012 | Pornography, Compulsivity, and Bondage: Helping Individuals and Couples Get Set Free from the Sexual Strongholds
PRESENTERS
Jim Cress, M.A.,LPC, CSAT, CPPT and Sherri Keffer, Ph.D., CSAT, CPTT-S, CCPS
CE CREDITS
3
Approved For CE
Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Pastors, Pastoral Counselors, Lay Counselors, and Coaches
Approved For CME/CEU
LEVEL
Intermediate
Summary
Learning Objectives
Describe the foundations, etiology, and assessment of sexual compulsivity, including the impact of attachment, trauma, and neurochemistry
Identify and articulate the impact of sexual compulsivity on partners that includes betrayal trauma and PTSD
Identify ways chronic sexual deception, denial, and shame keep couples trapped in spiritual bondage for Christian clients