Welcome to the Wilder Method, an alternative and transformative path to addiction recovery. If you’ve tried traditional methods and found them unfulfilling, or if you're simply looking for a fresh approach to personal growth and recovery, the Wilder Method is designed to empower you in ways that conventional recovery models cannot. This method works with your instincts, rather than against them, tapping into the power of your Instinctual Drive (ID) to create lasting change, growth, and freedom.
At the heart of the Wilder Method is the ID—the part of your psyche responsible for desires, pleasure, and survival. Rather than trying to suppress or control these primal urges, we reframe them as sources of strength. By channeling your natural drives into positive outlets, you can break free from destructive behaviors and build a new, fulfilling life.
Addiction Recovery?
The Wilder Method offers a new lens on addiction recovery, one that integrates the mind, body, and emotions. Here's how it differs from traditional recovery approaches:
Focus on Empowerment, Not Pathology:
Traditional recovery models, like 12-step programs, often pathologize addiction, framing individuals as powerless. In contrast, the Wilder Method empowers you to recognize and harness your Instinctual Drive (ID) as a source of personal strength. You are encouraged to see recovery not as a series of sacrifices, but as a journey toward pleasure, vitality, and fulfillment.
Harnessing, Not Suppressing the ID:
Traditional methods focus on suppressing the ID’s desires, leading to feelings of guilt and shame. The Wilder Method works with the ID, helping you channel primal desires into healthy behaviors. Whether it’s through exercise, cold exposure, or creative pursuits, the method teaches you to use your natural instincts for positive change.
Pleasure and Fulfillment as Motivation:
The Wilder Method reframes recovery as a path to greater pleasure. Instead of focusing on abstinence or sacrifice, we help you find pleasure in healthier activities. By redirecting your drive for immediate gratification toward sustainable joy, the method helps you cultivate long-term satisfaction and growth.
Physical Solutions for Physical Cravings:
The Wilder Method understands that cravings have physical roots. As such, we integrate physical practices, such as exercise, cold exposure, and sensory engagement, to activate the body’s natural reward system. This helps to retrain the brain, replacing old cravings with healthier, more fulfilling habits.
Internal Motivation First, External Support Later:
Unlike traditional recovery programs that rely heavily on community support early in the process, the Wilder Method prioritizes building internal motivation first. Once your Instinctual Drive (ID) is reconditioned to find fulfillment in sobriety, we introduce external support systems to reinforce your progress, rather than drive it.
Holistic and Ongoing:
The Wilder Method views growth as an ongoing journey. We provide structured progress with room for adaptation. Recovery isn’t a one-time event but a process that continually strengthens through self-reflection, physical engagement, and vulnerable connection with others.
The Wilder Method is designed for individuals who:
- Want an alternative to traditional recovery methods that rely heavily on morality, external validation, and guilt.
- Feel disconnected from conventional approaches and are seeking a path that honors their primal instincts and inner strength.
- Struggle with overthinking and avoidance and need a method to bypass these patterns through decisive action and sensory engagement.
- Desire a more fulfilling, sustainable life, not just sobriety, but a life rooted in purpose, pleasure, and personal growth.
- Have tried traditional recovery programs, but felt they were ineffective or unsuited to their needs, and are open to an empowering, self-driven alternative.
If you are ready to embrace a new path to recovery—one that acknowledges the power of your instincts and focuses on lasting pleasure and fulfillment, the Wilder Method is for you.
Program Time Commitment
Option 1
Attend weekly sessions, gradually progressing through the material with personalized guidance and support.
Option 2
Start with a 1-2 day intensive to build momentum and then transition to virtual support, allowing you to work at your own pace while continuing to receive guidance.
For those with insurance, you may be able to check if your plan covers any of the costs associated with the program. We encourage you to reach out and confirm with your insurance provider to see if you can utilize your benefits to help offset some of the expenses. Additionally, we offer discounts for paying upfront and have other flexible payment options to make the program more cost-efficient. Reach out to us for more details on pricing and available discounts.
The total cost of the Wilder Method Addiction Recovery Program is $15,000. This is a comprehensive 6-9 month journey that includes:
- Personalized sessions with your dedicated recovery advisor
- Email support for ongoing guidance
- AI-driven progress tracking to monitor your recovery
- Inspiration-based guidance and feedback to keep you motivated
Our program focuses on lasting transformation through sustained effort and commitment, rather than short-term retreats or just attending support groups.
Insurance Coverage
For clients with insurance, some of the costs associated with the program may be covered under your plan. To better understand your insurance benefits, we encourage you to submit your insurance information through the 'Cost of Therapy' page on our website. This will provide clarity on what is covered and what isn't.
Flexible Payment Options
We offer discounts for upfront payments and a range of flexible payment plans to help you manage your investment in your recovery.
For more details on pricing options or payment plans, feel free to reach out to us. We’re here to assist you on your recovery journey.
Objective:
Build self-awareness, confront emotional barriers like shame and
fear, and begin using your Instinctual Drive (ID) to fuel positive
behaviors.
- Define Your Motivation: Establish your Plunder, Prize, and Pleasure—what motivates you beyond addiction.
- Build Support: Start connecting with others for emotional support while working on internal motivation first.
- Reframe Recovery: See sobriety as a path to greater pleasure and fulfillment. Use physical activities and cold exposure to activate your primal self and reduce overthinking.