Pure Desire Ministries offers a biblically based, clinically informed path for people seeking freedom from compulsive sexual behavior and healing from betrayal trauma.^1 Founded by Dr. Ted and Diane Roberts in the local church, the ministry exists to provide hope, freedom, and healing through Jesus Christ, and its homepage reports more than 100,000 people served.^1
Online groups last eight to ten months with certified leaders, circles of four to seven people, and weekly video meetings. Curricula include Seven Pillars of Freedom and Betrayal & Beyond, with groups for struggling men and women, betrayed spouses, singles, and couples, plus in-person groups at churches.^3 Counseling is available worldwide by video through IITAP-certified CSAT and PSAP clinicians who also bring pastoral ministry experience.^4
The ministry publishes the Pure Desire Podcast and Unfiltered: Real Talk About Sex & Love, hosted by Ashley Jameson and Heather Kolb.^5 Public contact still lists Troutdale, Oregon; the annual Summit gathers in the Nashville area.^7 Executive Director Nick Stumbo is a third-generation pastor.^9
A statement of faith affirms Scripture's authority, the Trinity, salvation by grace through faith in Christ, and marriage as one man and one woman.^2
