Counseling, Prayer Ministry and Treatment Centers

Here are some suggested sources for further help through counseling and/or prayer ministry.  Though we briefly review each organization prior to listing them on this page, we cannot guarantee the quality of their respective services.  We therefore encourage people to use caution and wisdom when checking into any potential help source.

Updated: 07/04/2010

International

Ellel Ministries: Based in the United Kingdom, Ellel also has prayer centers in Australia, Canada, Germany,  Hungary, South Africa, India, The Netherlands, Scotland, Singapore, and the United States.  Prayer centers typically offer healing retreats, healing services and prayer ministry.   Ellel recently initiated its Ellel 365 online training program, which provides a whole year's worth of spiritual training and discipleship.  This is a valuable resource for people seeking healing and freedom from sexual addictions.

Healing for the Soul: Jayson Graves, M.MFT, Christian Psychotherapist, Sexual Addiction Specialist; Based in Colorado Springs, CO (USA), Jayson serves a local, national, and international clientele. He uses an innovative, faith-based approach that can involve individual, couples, and/or group therapy over the telephone or in person.

Living Waters Canada: Are you struggling to know who you are? Unable to relate to people? Confused about your sexual identity? Hooked on pornography? Dealing with abuse?  No matter where you are on your journey, one of the Living Waters’ programs can possibly help. Our main offering is the 30-week Living Waters program. Beyond that, we have The River (for youth), SALT (for addicts) and CrossCurrent (for anyone).

United States

Nationwide:

• Christians in Recovery: Information and resources for people who are in recovery or desire to recover from dysfunctional living, life's abuses and traumas, addictions, etc. 
• Christian Recovery Connection: National Association for Christian Recovery, counseling referrals, phone:  (714) 529-6227
• Focus on the Family: Free referrals to counseling sources via email or phone; call 719-531-3400 weekdays 9:00 AM to 4:40 PM (MST).
• Healing for the Soul: Jayson Graves, M.MFT, Christian Psychotherapist, Sexual Addiction Specialist; Based in Colorado Springs, CO, Jayson serves a local, national, and international clientele. He uses an innovative, faith-based approach that can involve individual, couples, and/or group therapy over the telephone or in person.
• Heart to Heart Counseling Center, Colorado Springs, CO; Doug Weiss, PhD, offers a variety of counseling options ranging from telephone counseling to 3-day intensives on site in Colorado Springs. 
• JourneyOfHopeCounseling.com, Steve Garufi, M.A. LPC, 719-395-2426
• Lifehouse Restoration Counseling Center, Colorado Springs, CO, Susan Anderson, MA, LPC, offers a variety of counseling options and can be easily accessed toll free, 877.574.6620. Susan is a Christian psychotherapist who uses a faith-based approach to help individuals/couples needing treatment strategies to overcome and recover from issues of addiction, trauma, abuse and other unhealthy life patterns.
• Love in Action International:  Features a Live-in recovery/discipleship program called The Source, for men and women struggling with homosexuality, sexual addiction, pornography, and other related issues. We have a range of other programs as well, designed to minister to strugglers and their families, including Refuge, an intensive 2- or 8-week program for adolescents and their families struggling with these same issues. Located in Memphis, TN.
• Ministry of Prayer & Counseling, Sue Violette, 253-273-3132 (Seattle, WA)
• New Life Ministries: 800-639-5433 (NEW LIFE)
• Personal Counseling Solutions: a Christian counseling ministry rooted in the love of Christ and based on the truth of the Bible;  Phone counseling is available and easy to schedule - phone 814-734-4400 or email info@personalcounselingsolutions.com
• Pure Heart Counseling: Offers Biblical, Christian counseling locally in Portland, Oregon and/or nationally via phone and Internet Webcam for men and couples struggling with the impact of porn and sexual sin. As former pastors, Master’s level counselors, and men who have personally broken free of sexual addiction, Pureheart offers proven results.
• Pure Life Ministries, Dry Ridge, KY, 800-635-1866, provides biblically based counseling, teaching materials and a public speaking ministry; also features a live-in program and an at-home program.

By State:

Alabama:

• www.christiantherapynet.com:  Eric Greer, MS LMFT in Dothan, AL is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in recovery from chemical and sexual addiction. He is on staff at the Westgate Church of Christ  and provides, individual, couple, and group therapy for those struggling with sexual addiction.
• Castlebrook Counseling , Brannon LaForce, 7675 Cottage Hill Road, Suite B Mobile, AL 36695

Arizona:

• The Meadows, Wickenburg, AZ, 800-632-3697; multi-disorder facility specializing in the treatment of trauma and addiction; comprehensive treatment program created by Dr. Pat Carnes and Pia Mellody
•  SANEResources.org, Phoenix, AZ, Anna Valenti-Anderson specializes in providing professional psychotherapy, counseling and EMDR to individuals, couples, families and groups struggling with sexual compulsion and aversion issues.  Anna has trained, worked and presented at The Meadows®, and currently works with Dr. Carnes. In-office visits, 2-day intensives, and phone consultation. Call (623) 695-0064 or visit the website.

California

• www.love-never-fails.org
• RCA Counseling Centers: San Diego County. Aaron Reinicke, Director
• The Most Excellent Way, San Diego, CA;  helping Christians find freedom from all kinds of addictions

Colorado:  

• Five Star Counseling Services, Robert Whitman LPC, MA, CACIII; Denver, Boulder and other Colorado cities; 303.464.9192
• Front Range Counseling Center (see also www.sexaddictrecovery.com): Littleton, CO, 303-933-5800, provides professional Christian counseling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families and groups; specialize in treating sexual addictions, co-sex addictions and many others.
• Healing for the Soul: Jayson Graves, M.MFT, Christian Psychotherapist, Sexual Addiction Specialist; Based in Colorado Springs, CO (USA), Jayson serves a local, national, and international clientele. He uses an innovative, faith-based approach that can involve individual, couples, and/or group therapy over the telephone or in person.
• Heart to Heart Counseling Center, Colorado Springs, CO; Doug Weiss, PhD, offers a variety of counseling options ranging from telephone counseling to 3-day intensives on site in Colorado Springs. 
• Lifehouse Restoration Counseling Center, Colorado Springs, CO, Susan Anderson, MA, LPC, offers a variety of counseling options and can be easily accessed toll free, 877.574.6620. Susan is a Christian psychotherapist who uses a faith-based approach to help individuals/couples needing treatment strategies to overcome and recover from issues of addiction, trauma, abuse and other unhealthy life patterns.

Florida:

• Christian Healing Ministries, Jacksonville, FL, 904-765-3332; an ecumenical ministry specializing in healing prayer and deliverance
• Ellel Ministries, Tampa, FL; Telephone : 813-737-4848
• Higher Solutions: Sarasota, FL; Counseling, Coaching & Consulting -- God has answers for those who admit they have problems. Bob Damrau offers second chance solutions to men struggling with sexual addiction. Call today at (941) 400-6794 or e-mail.
• PathSeeker Center : Tampa Bay area; A non-denominational and non-profit Christian counseling ministry. We provide therapy bridging the gap between Pastoral Counseling and Clinical Counseling.

Illinois:

• Chicago Counseling Center, 4300 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago, Illinois, Telephone: (773) 736-1447, www.lydiahome.org
• Dr. Scott Lownsdale, Rockford, IL; specialized Christian counseling services for psychological and relational conflicts, 815-229-8750
• Lyons Counseling Center, 4147 S Prescott Ave, Lyons, Illinois, Telephone: (708) 308-4141, www.lydiahome.org
• Rockford Counseling Center, 910 E. Second Avenue, Rockford, Illinois, Telephone: (815) 965-3447, www.lydiahome.org
• Chicagoland area:  Willow Creek Church Counseling Referral: Call 847-765-5000, ask for the Pastor on Call and ask for referral to a Christian Counselor

Iowa:

• Quad Cities Counseling Center, 1431 Ripley Street, Davenport, Iowa, Telephone: (563) 322-0382
  www.lydiahome.org

Kansas:

Kentucky:

• Healing Journey of Recovery is the private practice of Jan Grentz, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) located in London, Kentucky, treating individuals, couples, families and groups, for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, codependency, broken relationships, sexual addiction and other compulsive behaviors with effective life skills, while encouraging spirituality and belief in God as meaningful in the healing process. (606) 682-5890
• Pure Life Ministries, Dry Ridge, KY, 800-635-1866, provides biblically based counseling, teaching materials and a public speaking ministry; also features a live-in program and an at-home program.

Maryland:

• Ephesians Life Ministries, Inc.,  Silver Springs and other cities
• Serenity Pastoral Counseling & Consulting, LLC, 20 Crossroads Drive, Suite 104, Owings Mills, MD,  410-363-6770, 410-977-2571.  Serenity is a bible-based, clinically sound professional counseling service that provides individual and group counseling for persons who desire to overcome sexual addiction. We also provide codependency counseling for friends and family members who are coping with a loved ones addiction.

Minnesota:

• Christians for Sexual Integrity, Rob Jackson (MS, LPC, NCC) Excelsior, MN, 612-207-7198

Missouri

• Daybreak Counseling Services, LLC,  Todd Kolenda, MA, LPC, 309 N. Jefferson office 209 Springfield, MO 65806 (417) 269-8727
•  Tri-Lakes Relational Center Springfield, Josh Spurlock, 417.496.1867; Springfield, Missouri