Tag Archives: addiction

The 4 Secrets of a Successful Summer Vacation (In Recovery)

Posted on July 4, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

Summer is often a season of travel and time away from regular responsibilities. For those of us in recovery, vacations can be filled with new temptations and triggers. When we neglect our recovery routines and indulge in everything our eyes … Continue reading →

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What You Are Worth – New Downloadable Resources for Daily Inspiration

Posted on June 28, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

Five days ago I published the powerful piece entitled “What My Wife is Worth“. It inspired many, steadily rising to over 800 views in this short time. Yesterday, I was honored when a blogger who writes to betrayed partners reflected on how my … Continue reading →

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Dear Porn: A Father’s Letter

Posted on June 11, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

*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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Therapy Group for Sexually Addicted Women Starting This Summer

Posted on June 6, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

We are excited to announce that this summer we are starting a new sexual addiction treatment group for women. This group will be led by Karen Huckaby, MFT Intern, who has experience working with both men and women with sexual addiction issues. In … Continue reading →

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

Posted on June 4, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

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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Forest’s “Vote for Love” Article Coming to The Fresno Bee This Saturday!

Posted on June 2, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

I am grateful to announce that my recent “Vote for Love” article will be published in The Fresno Bee this Saturday! It is my hope that this article raises local awareness about the harms of pornography and what can be … Continue reading →

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Yes, You Can Fire Your Accountability Partner (New XXXChurch Article)

Posted on June 1, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

Successful recovery will not occur without a strong accountability relationship. Finding the right partner can be difficult and sometimes “firing” the wrong fit is a necessary step toward health. In my recent XXXChurch article, I shared “5 Reasons to Fire Your Accountability Partner“. … Continue reading →

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Why We Can’t Be Passive in Recovery (An Addiction Song)

Posted on May 20, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

This song reminds us why we can’t be passive in recovery. Waiting on the Night to Fall “There’s an old man living in the back of your woods tonight You forgot he was even there, but you’ve never slipped his mind … Continue reading →

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Parenting the Internet Generation – New Resource for Parents

Posted on May 18, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

As both a professional and a parent, I am always looking for new & improved resources for those wanting to protect their children from pornography. Today as I prepared for a talk to local teens about protecting themselves from pornography, I … Continue reading →

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This is Your Teen’s Brain On Porn

Posted on May 5, 2016 by roubicekandthacker

At our recent YouthSTAR Parent Night, I shared a clip from this excellent video (below), teaching parents about the impact of pornography on the teenage brain. This short documentary includes some valuable information regarding the neuroscience of pornography addiction (among other … Continue reading →

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