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The Covenant Intensive

Recovery · Intimacy · Faith


A four-day intensive program supporting members of the Orthodox Jewish community struggling with pornography & sexual compulsive & addictive behaviors.


You Don't Have to Carry This Alone


There is a man in your community carrying a secret he believes no one else can understand — and he has been carrying it alone for far too long. The shame surrounding these struggles in the Orthodox world can be suffocating. And so men carry it alone, for years, sometimes decades.


The Covenant Intensive is for Orthodox Jewish men struggling with pornography & sexual compulsive & addictive behaviours who are ready to stop hiding and begin healing — and for the Rabbanim, therapists, and families who love and support them.

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A Program Built for Our Community

Clinical Screening

Rabbinical Integration

Clinical Screening

Each participant is carefully screened prior to entry to ensure the program is the right fit and to maintain a safe, focused group environment.

Proven Curriculum

Rabbinical Integration

Clinical Screening

Guided by Facing the Shadow by Dr. Patrick Carnes and established research-based addiction recovery protocols used by clinicians worldwide.

Rabbinical Integration

Rabbinical Integration

Rabbinical Integration

The final session is led by a Rov, weaving Torah values and emunah into each man's personal recovery plan — faith and healing, together.

Written Recovery Plan

Rabbinical Integration

Rabbinical Integration

Every participant leaves with a personalized Recovery and Sobriety Plan for continued healing with their therapist, Rov, and recovery support.

Program Leadership

Dr. Kenneth M. Adams, Ph.D.

Rabbi Shmuel Skaist, Ph.D. Candiate

Rabbi Shmuel Skaist, Ph.D. Candiate

Clinical Director


Dr. Kenneth M. Adams Ph.D., CSAT-S

is an internationally recognized expert in trauma-induced intimacy and addictive disorders. Author of Silently Seduced and co-author of Clinical Management of Sex Addiction with Dr. Patrick Carnes. Has advised the Office of the Director of National Intelligence on issues of sexual addiction.

Rabbi Shmuel Skaist, Ph.D. Candiate

Rabbi Shmuel Skaist, Ph.D. Candiate

Rabbi Shmuel Skaist, Ph.D. Candiate

Workshop Facilitator


Rabbi  Shmuel Skaist MS, LPC, CSAT, PhD Candidate, is a licensed therapist currently concluding his PhD. 

After more than 20 years as a Rebbe and rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Skaist entered therapy himself before becoming a therapist. He specializes in intimacy, relationships, and trauma — helping others find their light from lived experience.



It Begins With One Conversation

Take the First Step

Real, lasting recovery is possible. You do not have to keep living this way. Reach out today — everything is completely confidential.

REgister now to learn more

Pricing

$4,995


  • Men only
  • Program runs Sunday through Thursday afternoon
  • 8 participant maximum
  • Pricing includes the program, food, and lodging
  • We have 4 private bedrooms and 2 shared bedrooms. We are on a first come first served basis (Slight discounts for shared bedrooms).


Pricing subject to change

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