Restoring Integrity is a recovery group for men overcoming sexual
addiction. The mission of Restoring Integrity at Ebenezer Counseling
Services (ECS) is to promote spiritual transformation in men who are
recovering from sexual addiction in a confidential environment through
relational support, accountability, and education. Groups meet weekly,
and most group members are recovering from addiction to
pornography, the aftermath of extra-marital affairs, or face other
painful sexual struggles. Meetings are closed, and members pay a fee
to participate. In return they receive confidential attention in a
professional environment where they learn more about themselves and
build relationships with others who can relate to their issues. Restoring
Integrity groups are led by experienced group members or trained
therapists, and these group facilitators are supervised by Dr. Dan
Sartor, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Nationally Certified
Counselor.
Restoring Integrity
Brothers, if someone is caught in a
sin… restore him gently (Gal. 6:1)
Since 1998, Ebenezer Counseling Services has provided recovery groups for Christian men
was formerly known as Faithful and True of Knoxville. Restoring Integrity has grown out of
Faithful and True of Knoxville, and we have changed our name simply to avoid confusion for
those familiar with Dr. Mark Laaser’s national-level group program by the same name.
Who participates in the meetings?
Restoring Integrity addresses the spiritual aspects of change and addiction recovery from
the perspective of historical, biblical Christianity. However, membership is open to all men
who seek genuine change in their behaviors and lifestyle, regardless of their religious
affiliation. Because Restoring Integrity places an emphasis on building transforming
relationships, regular attendance and participation in meetings are critical. Also, because
vulnerable confession with each other is necessary to break the chains of guilt and shame,
members must be honest and open about past and present issues regarding sexual
struggles and temptations.
Who should consider joining?
Those who are:
- seeking inner transformation and a change in their addictive behavior and struggles
with temptation
- currently working with a therapist or pastor and need group support and feedback
- desiring intimate fellowship and camaraderie that provides support through tough
times
- developing healthy intimacy with others
Members receive:
- accountability and encouragement toward purity and strength in their thought life and
behavioral habits
- honest feedback from others in a non-judgmental and accepting spirit
- support from others dealing with issues often avoided in Christian circles
- resources on sexual addiction issues
- renewed hope, peace, and intimacy again!
Group sessions are 1½ hours in duration and meet on Monday evenings, early Thursday
mornings, or early Friday mornings. A new group just for college students is now being
facilitated by ECS therapist David White, M.A. All members are screened prior to joining
a group since this is a closed environment with a significant emphasis placed on
confidentiality for all group members. When unable to attend meetings, members must
contact their facilitator in advance.
Fees:
Members pay at the first meeting of the month for the entire month of group sessions. The
fee for each session is $25 and is non-refundable regardless of absences. Initial
screenings are scheduled with Dr. Dan Sartor for a $60 fee.
For More Information:
Further questions about Restoring Integrity may be directed to Dr. Dan Sartor by calling
(865) 670-0988. Initial screenings may also be scheduled by calling Ebenezer Counseling
Services at this same number.
For a sexual addiction screening checklist and a printer-friendly version of Restoring
Integrity’s brochure, please click here.
Suggested Resources: (in alphabetical order)
Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
Every Man’s Battle by Steven Arterburn
The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman
He Loves Me: Learning to Live in the Father’s Affection by Wayne Jacobsen
Healing the Wounds of Sexual Addiction by Mark Laaser
The Purity Principle by Randy Alcorn
Sexaholics Anonymous (also known as The White Book) by Sexaholics Anonymous
Wild at Heart by John Eldredge