Patrick J. Carnes

  • Patrick J. Carnes, Ph.D. , is a renowned expert on addiction and recovery.

  • He has authored over 20 books, including the bestseller "Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction." Dr. Carnes' research has significantly influenced addiction treatment, developing the widely-used "task model" approach.

  • He founded the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP), which provides training and certification for addiction professionals.

  • Dr. Carnes currently serves as a Senior Fellow and Executive Director for the Gentle Path Program at The Meadows in Arizona.

  • His work has been instrumental in advancing understanding and treatment of sexual addiction and related issues.

Books by Patrick J. Carnes

Out of the Shadows Summary
Out of the Shadows
by Patrick J. Carnes • 1983 • 240 pages
4.1
1.1K ratings
Psychology
Self Help
Sexuality
A Gentle Path Through the Twelve Steps Summary
A Gentle Path Through the Twelve Steps
by Patrick J. Carnes • 1993 • 328 pages
4.16
467 ratings
Self Help
Psychology
Spirituality
The Betrayal Bond Summary
The Betrayal Bond
by Patrick J. Carnes • 1997 • 249 pages
4.32
1.1K ratings
Psychology
Self Help
Relationships
Don't Call It Love Summary
Don't Call It Love
by Patrick J. Carnes • 1991 • 448 pages
4.2
235 ratings
Psychology
Self Help
Sexuality
In the Shadows of the Net Summary
In the Shadows of the Net
by Patrick J. Carnes • 2001 • 244 pages
3.85
118 ratings
Psychology
Sexuality
Self Help