How is the LifeSTAR program different from 12-step recovery groups, counseling, or other types of group therapy?
The LifeSTAR program is a phased program that is designed to take the participants on a gentle and structured path through recovery. It shares many of the same features of 12-step programs, counseling, and group therapy such as meeting in a group setting, completing workbooks, receiving education, and processing personal experiences. Think of the LifeSTAR program as a comprehensive recovery approach that includes all of the best features of these three approaches packaged in one program. Each phase has a different emphasis. Phase 1 is designed to educate, create hope, and lay a strong foundation for future recovery work. Phase 2 is designed to be task oriented and helps the individuals struggling with addiction to begin deeper recovery work. The emphasis is on completing specific tasks to build understanding and lasting change. Phase 3 is a process group where group members take what they’ve accomplished in the previous two phases and integrate their learning for long-lasting recovery.
The LifeSTAR program is a 3-phase treatment program designed to take participants on a structured path through recovery. The therapists that run the treatment groups have specialized training in treating sexually compulsive behaviors. All groups are facilitated by therapists who work to help the group members deepen their recovery experience Each phase has a different emphasis: Phase 1 is designed to educate, create hope, and lay a strong foundation for future recovery work. Phase 2 is task-oriented and helps individuals struggling with addiction begin deeper recovery work. The emphasis is on completing specific tasks that build understanding and lasting change. Phase 3 is a process group where members take what they’ve accomplished in the previous two phases and integrate their learning for long-term recovery. The emphasis is on healing childhood trauma, family of origin issues, shame, and other issues related to long-term recovery success. “…I am so glad I decided to come. It has h
