Central New Jersey
Outreach to the Still Suffering Sex Addict
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WELCOME!
Welcome to the New Jersey fellowship of Sex Addicts Anonymous.
Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so they may overcome their sexual addiction and help others recover from sexual addiction or dependency.
We are a spiritual program based on the principles and traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. We are grateful to AA for this gift which makes our recovery possible.
New Jersey meetings of Sex Addicts Anonymous offer an accepting, non-threatening environment where we can share our common struggles and learn how to apply the principles of the Twelve Steps to our everyday lives. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop addictive sexual behavior. There are no fees or dues. It’s a simple program, and it is working for us.
We practice strict anonymity and confidentiality, so that our meetings are a safe place for all of us.
Sex Addiction can involve a wide variety of practices. Sometimes an addict has trouble with just one unwanted behavior, sometimes with many.
A large number of sex addicts say their unhealthy use of sex has been a progressive process. It may have started with an addiction to masturbation, pornography (either printed or electronic), or a relationship, but over the years progressed to increasingly dangerous behaviors. We suggest you answer the 12 questions of the Self Assessment to evaluate yourself.
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Self Assessment on sex addiction, answer either "Yes" or "No" to these twelve questions to assess whether you may have a problem with sexual addiction.
Do you keep secrets about your sexual or romantic activities from those important to you? Do you lead a double life?
Have your needs driven you to have sex in places or situations or with people you would not normally choose?
Do you find yourself looking for sexually arousing articles or scenes in newspapers, magazines, or other media?
Do you find that romantic or sexual fantasies interfere with your relationships or are preventing you from facing problems?
Do you frequently want to get away from a sex partner after having sex? Do you frequently feel remorse, shame, or guilt after a sexual encounter?
Do you feel shame about your body or your sexuality, such that you avoid touching your body or engaging in sexual relationships?
Do you fear that you have no sexual feelings, that you are asexual?
Does each new relationship continue to have the same destructive patterns which prompted you to leave the last relationship? Is it taking more variety and frequency of sexual and romantic activities than previously to bring the same levels of excitement and relief?
Have you ever been arrested or are you in danger of being arrested because of your practices of voyeurism, exhibitionism, prostitution, sex with minors, indecent phone calls, etc.?
Does your pursuit of sex or romantic relationships interfere with your spiritual beliefs or development?
Do your sexual activities include the risk, threat, or reality of disease, pregnancy, coercion, or violence?
Has your sexual or romantic behavior ever left you feeling hopeless, alienated from others, or suicidal?
If you answered “Yes” to more than one of these questions, we encourage you to seek help:
Call our phone line or text us if you are in the area (732) 372-5920,
Read additional material about sex addiction, or
Attend an SAA meeting to learn more about the Twelve-Step program and the Fellowship of SAA.
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Our goal when entering the SAA program is abstinence from one or more specific sexual behaviors.
Unlike programs for recovering alcoholics or drug addicts, Sex Addicts Anonymous does not have a universal definition of abstinence.
Most of us have no desire to stop being sexual altogether. It is not sex in and of itself that causes us problems, but the addiction to certain sexual behaviors. In SAA we will be better able to determine what behavior is addictive and what is healthy. However, the fellowship does not dictate to its members what is and isn't addictive sexual behavior. Instead we have found that it is necessary for each member to define his or her own abstinence.
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You’re looking for help, but you’re afraid there isn’t anyone out there who could possibly do what you’ve done, much less understand and accept you for who you are. Take a breath, and know that your first SAA meeting will be an experience of acceptance and understanding.
As you work up the courage and come through the door, you’ll see the faces of men and women who know your troubles: they’ve all been there too.
You will probably be asked by at least one person if this is your first meeting, and asked to introduce yourself to the group with just your first name. The leader of the meeting may then explain to you how that meeting will introduce you to the SAA 12 step program. Your first meeting will likely be an opportunity for you to listen to others’ stories, learn how the program works for them, and ask questions, or share as much or as little as you’re comfortable doing program works for them, and ask questions, or share as much or as little as you’re comfortable doing.
You WON’T be required to do anything — you never will be. SAA, as with most 12 step programs, participation is voluntary. Your recovery is your own, we’re here to help you.
Every meeting is slightly different. We recommend that you come to at least six meetings before you decide whether SAA has anything to offer you. Some meetings regularly draw a big crowd, and some are sparsely attended. If one meeting doesn't work for you, try another.
If your would prefer to speak with someone over the phone before deciding to attend a meeting please call our phone line ( 732) 372-5920 any day, any time. If we are unable to answer simply leave a voicemail with your first name and a phone number where we can reach you later.
NOTICE: Due to the COVID-19 virus, some SAA meetings may be temporarily suspended, have changed location, or have moved to an electronic format. Resultingly, our website list may not be 100% up-to-date. Please reach out to the listed local meeting contacts and location for each group you are interested in attending, to make sure that the group is still meeting and that they have not temporarily changed location or switched to an electronic meeting. Also, please don't forget about our telephone and electronic meetings! More information. See also https://saa-recovery.org/meetings/
There are 19 meetings each week in 14 different locations through out New Jersey. Please see below to find which meeting is most convenient for you. All our meetings are open to those who seek recovery from their own sexual addiction or are concerned about their own sexual behavior. Meetings marked as "open to all visitors" are also open to anyone else who is interesting in attending.
WEEKLY MEETING LOCATION LIST
Sundays Asbury Park, Freehold, Hoboken, Montclair
Mondays Montclair, Mount Holly, Princeton Junction
Tuesdays Edison
Wednesdays Bordentown, Montclair, Neptune
Thursdays Marlton, Metuchen
Fridays Montclair, Toms River
Saturdays Little Falls, Montclair, Mount Holly
*** see below for individual meeting details***
Asbury Park
Sunday 6:30 PM 503 Asbury Ave (at Grand Ave) held at Trinity Episcopal Church (Gym)
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Step/Tradition/Topic
Info line: 856-502-4207
email: neptuneasburysaa@gmail.com
For local contacts, click here.
Bordentown
Wednesday 7:00 PM Virtual
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Call for log in information Ken K 732-996-9178
Men and Women
Step/Tradition/Topic
Edison
Tuesday 7:30 PM 80 Jefferson Blvd (at Redwood Ave) New Beginnings Church of the Nazarene, Parish Hall, down stairs
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Step/Tradition/Topic
Freehold
Sunday 9:00 AM 901 W Main St (Off Routes 9 & 33, near Freehold Raceway Mall) Centra State Medical Center, Star & Barry Tobias Wellness Center, Conference Center Room A (behind Hospital)
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Women only
Women's SAA Recovery Meeting
Step/Tradition/Topic
Little Falls
Saturday 7:30 AM United Methodist church, 139, Main St Little Falls Enter from rear parking lot, down steps on right.
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Step/Tradition/Topic
Step/Tradition/Topic
Also Hybrid ZOOM meeting - join the in person group via Zoom. Txt 973 327 3545 for info
Marlton
Thursday 7:00 PM 61 Route 70 E held at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Chalice Room, between N Maple & N Locust Ave, enter white steeple doors at Cooper Ave,
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Step/Tradition/Topic
Metuchen
Thursday 7:00 PM Is now virtual only
Journey in Recovery (focus on obsessive use of pornography)
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Step/Tradition/Topic
Attend by Phone Number:(209) 844-4600
Attend on line: https://8X8.vc/94788157
Contact person:
Nino 732-372-5920
email: journeyinrecovery@gmail.com
Montclair
Monday 7:00 PM Virtual General Beginner's Meeting
Zoom link: https://nycsaa.org/montclair
Zoom Password: call 347-815-4722
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Wednesday 7:30 PM Hybrid 153 Park St held at First Lutheran Church, Enter rear double doors from parking lot, small meeting room to the Left, basement
Open to all seeking help, Open to all visitors on first Wednesday of the Month.
Men and Women
Step Meeting
Friday 8:00 PM Virtual
Zoom link: https://nycsaa.org/montclair
Zoom Password: call 347-815-4722
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men only
Green Book Stories of Recovery
Saturday 9:00 AM Hybrid 153 Park St held at First Lutheran Church, Enter rear double doors from parking lot, small meeting room to the Left, basement
Zoom link: https://nycsaa.org/montclair
Zoom Password: call 347-815-4722
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Primary Purpose Big Book
Sunday 7:00 PM Virtual
Zoom link: https://nycsaa.org/montclair
Zoom Password: call 347-815-4722
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Mount Holly
Monday 7:00 PM 175 Madison Ave held at Virtura Memorial Hospital, at W South Ave, Main entrance, conference room B
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Step/Tradition/Topic
Saturday 8:00am 175 Madison Ave held at Virtura Memorial Hospital, at W South Ave, Main entrance, conference room B
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Step/Tradition/Topic
Mount Laurel
Unity Church of Christ
629 South Church Street
Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054
Those seeking helpZoom Access: MIXED
ENGLISH
Monday at 7:00PM
Zoom Access: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82627326233?pwd=UEFQQ0FJQWhaOWF2Rk1TWVRsZVdNdz09
Step/Tradition Meeting
Angelo: 215-815-9915
Neptune
Wednesday 7:00 PM 3531 Rt 33 (at Jumping Brook Rd) held at Redeemer Lutheran Church (Downstairs)
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Topic
Info line: 856-502-4207
email: neptuneasburysaa@gmail.com
For local contacts, click here.
Princeton SAA
Meets via Zoom
East Windsor, NJ 08520
Those seeking help
Mixed
English
Monday at 7:00pm
Zoom ID: 732 994 2970, Passcode: johnf
Step/Tradition/Topic
Contact:
Warren: 908-461-3364
Princeton Junction
Monday 7:00 PM 177 Princeton Hightstown Rd held at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, S of S Mill Rd, Enter white double doors on right
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Men and Women
Step/Tradition/Topic
Open to all seeking help but closed to visitors
Toms River
Friday 7:30 PM 415 Washington St, Christ Episcopal Church, E of Magnolia Ln, Downstairs, rooms 3 & 4
CONTACT US
In New Jersey we have a dedicated phone line and an email address that are maintained by grateful recovering sex addicts who have volunteered their time to be of service to those who need guidance.
Call us / Text us now:
(732) 372-5920
PLEASE NOTE NEW EMAIL ADDRESS
Email us:
General Information: journeyinrecovery@gmail.com
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