Passport to Shame: From Asian Immigrant to American Addict Sam Louie grew up torn between cultures as part of a first-generation Chinese immigrant family living in a predominantly African American neighborhood in the United States. He experienced the duality of existence with the tension of two vastly different worldviews, his identity intertwined with America, and … Read more
Unlocking Sexual Healing: What is Sex Therapy and How Can It Help? As a Christian sex therapist specializing in recovery from sex addiction and betrayal trauma, I’ve witnessed how a holistic path toward healing and renewal can enhance the support you offer to those on their journey to lasting recovery. Sex therapy offers a complementary … Read more
Women, Porn, & The Church This presentation will share recent Barna statistics on porn use among Christians, highlighting the struggles women face with shame from porn use or sexual betrayal. Participants will learn how to create safe spaces for women to discuss sex, porn, and seek help. Church leaders will be equipped to start conversations, … Read more
Understanding Neurodiversity: Embracing Differences in Relationships This interactive session delves into the concept of neurodiversity, offering diverse perspectives on its significance—from viewing it as a problem to fix, to embracing it as a natural difference that calls for understanding. It explores how neurodiverse individuals—such as those with autism, ADHD, OCD, and other conditions—navigate relationships, including … Read more
The Power of Narrative in Healing the Impacts of Addiction and Betrayal This presentation will explore how the stories we tell about our selves and our relationships hold incredible power to both harm and heal. Often these stories are born out of our pain and rarely capture the true complexity of our experiences. During this … Read more
Going Deeper for Betrayed Partners: Discovering Heal Through the Inner Child Healing from being sexually betrayed leaves some people trapped in a negative cycle for years or decades. For many, the struggle is not only about the present pain but is rooted in past traumas and neglect. These old wounds intensify they current betrayal making … Read more
Healthy Collaboration between Pastors & Counselors: Linking Arms in the Wake of Sexual Betrayal This presentation will explore the vital relationship needed between church leaders and counselors following sexual betrayal, drawing on firsthand experiences of an experienced professional counselor. Discussion topics include collaboration around managing the initial crisis, assessing individual, couple and congregation needs, and … Read more
The Secret Victoria Never Knew: Helping Women Reclaim Body Image After Betrayal This highly sought-after resource provides counselors, coaches, and lay leaders with a structured framework to support clients in enhancing their body image through my 5 Pillars approach. Designed for professionals working with women facing body acceptance challenges, particularly after betrayal, this session equips … Read more