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We who are recovering in Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) would like to introduce you to our fellowship. We understand that when dealing with those accused or convicted of sexual offenses, the primary goal is to keep them from harming themselves or others. SAA offers a recovery program that has helped many stop out-of-control, problematic sexual behaviors.
Before we joined SAA, many of us had damaged or destroyed our lives, careers, relationships, and marriages, and some of us had even been arrested or imprisoned for a sex-related crime. In SAA, we came to realize that for us, sex was addictive—just like alcohol, drugs, gambling, or food are for some. SAA is a program based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Working the SAA Twelve-Step program transformed us, restored our integrity and sense of responsibility, and made us better members of our families and our communities.
How can SAA help?
SAA is a resource that can complement and support efforts to help these individuals stop their harmful sexual behaviors. We hope this pamphlet will encourage you to recommend SAA to those who have been accused or convicted of illegal sexual behaviors or whose behavior has otherwise harmed themselves or others.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are legal professionals welcome at SAA meetings?
To protect participants’ anonymity and help them feel safe, most SAA meetings are limited to those seeking recovery from sexual addiction. However, some SAA meetings are open to all, and legal professionals are welcome to attend those meetings.
Is SAA a professional treatment option?
Just like AA or any other Twelve-Step program, SAA is not considered professional treatment. However, many who come through our doors do find freedom from their addictive sexual behaviors by working the Twelve Steps of SAA. Some members supplement their recovery with other rehabilitative resources.
What information can legal professionals provide to others about SAA?
SAA provides an opportunity for recovery from sex addiction. In SAA, people find others who have been where they are, and have done what they have done, but are no longer engaging in those behaviors. Pamphlets and other literature that discuss in more detail what SAA offers its members can be read at https://saa-literature.org
How does SAA work?
The basic premise of SAA is the same as that of AA; addicts can help fellow addicts stop their addictive behaviors in ways that others cannot. Adapted from AA, the Twelve Steps are the core of the SAA program. We begin by going to meetings where we can connect with others, ultimately leading us to work the Twelve Steps with a sponsor. A sponsor is someone with sobriety who has already worked the Twelve Steps.
Are there dues or fees for membership?
There are no dues or fees required for SAA membership. Meeting costs are covered through voluntary contributions by members. SAA groups do not accept monies from outside entities.
What are SAA meetings all about?
SAA meetings are safe places where members find support and guidance in dealing with their compulsive sexual behaviors. Meetings are not places to meet sexual partners, nor do we delve into specific details of our sexual behaviors. The focus is on the solution that enables us to stop our addictive sexual behaviors.
What does SAA not do?
SAA does not give legal advice, offer treatment, or have clinical, scientific, or professional expertise.
When was SAA founded?
We began in 1977 in Minneapolis, MN, and our offices are now in Houston, TX.
How can legal professionals find out more about SAA?
