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Creation, Covenant, & Connection:

Attachment in Christian Sexual Counseling

Explore the profound intersection of attachment theory and Christian theology in addressing sexuality-related issues. This session examines how creation, covenant, and connection reflect biblical truths about relationships and provides a framework for counseling rooted in both Scripture and psychology. Participants will gain insights into applying attachment principles to promote sexual healing and integrity, empowering clients to build secure relationships with God and others while addressing challenges like addiction, infidelity, and relational brokenness.

Learning objectives:

1. Participants will gain a clear understanding of attachment theory, its core principles, and how attachment patterns influence relational and sexual behaviors.
2. Attendees will learn how attachment theory complements Christian teachings on creation, covenant, and connection, fostering a theologically sound approach to counseling.
3. Participants will discover practical strategies for using attachment-based insights to address issues like sexual addiction, infidelity, and relational trauma within a Christian counseling framework.

4. Attendees will develop skills to bridge psychological principles with spiritual formation, helping clients cultivate secure attachments with God and others for holistic healing.

Jake Porter

Founder & CEO, Daring Ventures
Dr. Jake Porter is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, Certified Clinical Partner Specialist, and founder of Daring Ventures. With over 13 years of experience as a clergy member, he specializes in integrating psychology, theology, and relational healing. Dr. Porter is the creator of Couple-Centered Recovery®, a groundbreaking model for treating couples recovering from betrayal trauma. He combines expertise in attachment theory, developmental neurobiology, and spiritual formation to equip individuals and couples for deeper emotional and relational health. A professor at Kairos University, Dr. Porter is a sought-after speaker, blending research-based insights with theological reflection to address issues like sexual integrity, addiction, and relational trauma.