You Were A Victim.
Now You're A Survivor.
Become A Thriver.
Event Schedule:
All times are in Pacific Time Zone (GMT-8:00)
Friday, Feb 25
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Breaking The Silence
- What every survivor of sexual abuse needs to hear
- 36 reasons why men don't talk about sexual abuse
- How to face your abuse without being overwhelmed
- Meet your small group (5 participants + 1 leader)
Saturday, Feb 26
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
From Victim To Survivor
- Why sexual arousal does not mean you liked it
- How to stop the cycle of self-blame and toxic shame
- 8 ways sexual abuse might be impacting you today
Saturday, Feb 26
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Telling Your Story
- Practice the #1 most powerful healthy coping skill
Sunday, Feb 27
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
From Survivor To Thriver
- Discover 3 models of healing from sexual abuse
- Create a plan for your healing journey as a thriver
- Find your voice and speak the truth out loud
BONUS: Post-Retreat Q&A

Your Guide: Dr. Doug Carpenter
Doug Carpenter is the author of Secret Shame: A Survivor's Guide To Understanding Male Sexual Abuse & Male Sexual Development and Childhood Trauma & The Non-Alpha Male. Doug is a clinical psychologist and the co-owner of Insight Counseling Services in Rochester, Michigan. Doug is also a survivor of sexual abuse.
Your Host: Drew Boa
Drew Boa is an author, podcaster, and coach who helps Christian men achieve lasting freedom from pornography. He is the founder of Husband Material Academy and the author of Redeemed Sexuality. Drew is also a survivor of sexual abuse.
Retreat Small Group Leaders:

Bob Rees
NorthPointe Church

Dan Hitz
Reconciliation Ministries

Dr. Doug Carpenter
Insight Counseling

Drew Boa
Husband Material

Dr. Joe Martin
Real Men Connect

John Stamper
Radically Free

Jordan Castille
Castille Coaching

Dr. Ken McGill
Cultivating Love

Mike Chapman
Polar Life Consulting
Husband Material

Rocky Pisor
Regener8 Mentoring

Shawn Bonneteau
Secret Habit
Husband Material

Wendell Moss
The Allender Center