Love in Recovery

Love in Recovery is a shame-free, faith-based resource for Catholic women seeking real answers about how to navigate sexual desire and break free from pornography and masturbation addiction.

Rachael Killackey—founder and executive director of Magdala Ministries, an apostolate dedicated to helping women heal from sexual addiction—shares her personal story while offering compassionate, practical guidance for overcoming dependency, escaping shame, and living in authentic hope.

In this deeply honest and pastoral book, Killackey identifies the roots and gateways of pornography addiction, explores its emotional and spiritual dimensions, and provides a roadmap for lasting healing. Readers will learn how to:

• Recognize that their first exposure to pornography was not their fault

• Forgive themselves and begin again in grace

• Be honest with the Lord through the Sacrament of Confession

• Seek accountability through group support, professional counseling, or spiritual direction

• Replace old habits of lust with new expressions of love

• Share their story to bring freedom and healing to others

Love in Recovery is also a valuable resource for ministers, counselors, and spiritual directors accompanying women on the path to wholeness and redemption.

About the Author

Rachael Killackey is the founder and executive director of Magdala Ministries, an organization that accompanies women healing from sexual addiction. Through her speaking, writing, and mentorship, she fosters a community of honesty, accountability, and hope rooted in Christ’s mercy and the sacramental life of the Church.