Category Archives: Children

Benedict Interview: Every Child at Risk of Early Exposure to Pornography

Posted on February 23, 2018 by

  In my recent interview with Dr Allan Hedburg, he asked what type of home and what type of child were most vulnerable to pornography. My answer may surprise you. I shared what I wholeheartedly believe, that “every home and … Continue reading →

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Running On Empty No More: A Book for Transforming Relationships

Posted on January 9, 2018 by

I just finished a wonderful book I can’t wait to tell you about called Running on Empty No More: Transform Your Relationships With Your Partner, Your Parents and Your Children, by Dr Jonice Webb. Running on Empty No More is … Continue reading →

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Angry Birds & Killer Bees (How to Talk to Children About Sex)

Posted on September 15, 2017 by

Talking to kids about sex is an essential, yet difficult task for all parents. What complicates this challenge further is the advancement of technology and the early exposure to pornography that is rampant in our day and age. Last year I … Continue reading →

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How Paying Attention Protects Our Children from Porn

Posted on April 13, 2017 by

In my recent interview with Lisa Shanklin of Educate Empower Kids, we focused on one of the topics emphasized in my book – protecting children from pornography. In the chapter entitled “How Paying Attention Protects Our Children from Porn” and in this … Continue reading →

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Talking to Teens About Pornography (YouthSTAR Parent Night)

Posted on September 22, 2016 by

Tonight I have the privilege of leading another YouthSTAR Parent Night for families in our program. I look forward to sharing with them a clip from the following video called “What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew When Addressing the Issue … Continue reading →

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Dear Porn: A Father’s Letter

Posted on June 11, 2016 by

*This letter was originally posted on Protect Young Minds for Father’s Day of 2015. Please share this powerful piece with all fathers as we prepare to celebrate our essential role in the lives of our children. Happy Father’s Day! Dear … Continue reading →

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“Protecting Children from Pornography: How to Equip Parents”- Fresno Seminar for Mental Health Professionals & Students (June 18th)

Posted on June 6, 2016 by

On June 18th, CAMFT (Central San Joaquin Valley Chapter) is hosting a seminar called “Protecting Children from Pornography:How to Equip Parents“. This seminar is presented by Forest Benedict, LMFT, SATP-C, who specializes in sexual addiction treatment and presents often to … Continue reading →

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“Vote for Love, Not Porn” in Today’s Fresno Bee

Posted on June 4, 2016 by

I am grateful to announce that my article called “Vote for Love” is in today’s Fresno Bee (click here to read it online). May it deepen people’s awareness and inspire action. Please help us spread the word! I invite you … Continue reading →

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New Group for Adult Daughters of Sexual Addicts (Starting June 9)

Posted on May 28, 2016 by

A unique and much-needed group for adult daughters of sexual addicts is beginning June 9 at Northpoint Church in Fresno called “Ready to Heal”. This group is created and led by Julie, who is an adult daughter of a sexual addicts herself. … Continue reading →

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“Vote for Love” by Forest Benedict, LMFT, SATP-C

Posted on May 24, 2016 by

With elections on everyone’s minds, this is a season when every vote matters. While we focus on polls and politics, another local election looms. Recent news just revealed Hustler’s hopes to put up shop in our city. If they come, … Continue reading →

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