A Compulsive Behaviour Thorpe Recovery Centre Sexual addiction has been called sexual TRC is an accredited residential addictions dependency and sexual compulsivity. By treatment centre. The cutting edge facility any name, it is a compulsive behaviour located minutes away from Lloydminster, AB/ that completely dominates an addicts life. SK on the Yellowhead Highway in western Sexual addicts make sex a priority more Canada. important than family, friends and work. Sex becomes the organizing principle of We build hope for those suffering with the addicts life. They are willing to sacrifice addiction as well as for their families, friends what they cherish most in order to preserve and employers. In many ways, the Thorpe and continue their unhealthy behaviour. Recovery Centre is a best-practice institution setting the standard in addiction treatment in Canada. Thorpe Recovery Centre began to treat Thorpe Recovery Centre sexual addiction in the fall of 2010 after Dr. Sex Addiction Lisa Luciano began training with IITAP and Dr. Carnes. Dr. Luciano is currently involved in continuing professional development Residential Sex Addiction Program with the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP) and is currently listed on their referral roster of sex addiction therapists. TRC has several therapists involved in this training that addresses sexual addiction including the impact on the family. Our residential program uses a client centred approach that allows us to asses each client’s needs. This means that we treat each client according to their individual challenges. Thorpe Recovery Centre Overcoming Addiction to Improve Lives P.O. Box 291 Blackfoot, AB T0B 0L0 Telephone: 780.875.8890 Toll Free: 1.877.875.8890 www.thorperecoverycentre.org What is Sex Addiction? “ Like an alcoholic unable to stop drinking, sexual addicts are unable to stop their self-destructive sexual behaviour. Family breakups, financial disaster, loss of jobs and risk to life are the painful themes of their stories. Sex addicts come from all walks of life -- they may be ministers, physicians, factory workers, accountants, therapists, dentists, politicians or executives, to name just a few examples. Most grew up in families in which addiction already flourished, including alcoholism, compulsive eating and compulsive gambling. Most grapple with other addictions as well, but they find sex addiction the most difficult to stop. Much hope nevertheless exists for these addicts and their families. Sex addicts have show an ability to transform a life of self destruction into a life of self care, a life of chaos and despair into one of confidence and peace.” --Patrick J. Carnes, Ph.D. Author, Out of the Shadows Outpatient Client Support Group Therapy Our group therapy is directive and interactive. Its goal is to maintain a group consciousness of sexual sobriety, accountability and personal integrity. Group members discuss their sexual, relational and life concerns using the facilitator and other group members as a healthy sounding board toward growth and healthy interdependence. Individual Counseling Individual sexual addiction counseling is a available while a residential client at TRC as well as on an outpatient basis. Educational Workshops An intensive workshop for men utilizes the “Facing the Shadows” workbook by Patrick J. Carnes, Ph.D., a pioneer in the treatment of sex addiction. This four day intensive workshop is open to men in all stages of recovery. Thorpe Recovery Centre Sex Addiction Residential Program Thorpe Recovery Centre offers a residential process addictions track specifically design to address sexual addiction. Firmly rooted in the 12 Steps, TRC utilizes a variety of treatment methods. Our goal is to provide a clinically comprehensive program experienced in an atmosphere that is compassionate and supportive. The 45 or 90 day programs uses various methods of treatment techniques including: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Psychiatric Counseling Group Therapy Activities Relapse Prevention Emotional Freedom Techniques Cognitive Behaviour Art Therapy Spirituality Primary Processing Groups Yoga / Meditation Fitness and Nutritional Counseling Medical and Dental Assessment Bio Feedback Trauma Workshops Sex Addiction Workshops Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) While TRC is a co-ed treatment facility, men and women are housed in separate sections of the Centre. Other than the main lecture series, clients are segregated into gender specific groups.