WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM A SESSION?

Sessions evolve from conversations about the current reality of your life; whether you are an addict in early recovery, a parent or family member of an addict searching for understanding and/or guidance, or someone struggling with life issues. The focus of a session is identify problematic areas, begin a process of inquiry to better understand specific problem areas, and then work towards transforming what has not worked to that which leads to a brighter and more meaningful future. Client sessions are scheduled 1-2 times weekly and last approximately 1.5 hours. Phone and Skype sessions are available. Your participation in session and the times in between are invaluable.

WHAT DO YOU MEAN WHEN YOU TALK ABOUT ADDRESSING ADDICTION AS A ‘LIFESTYLE?’

Addiction (whether to a substance or behavior) is inclusive of more than just the substance or behavioral aspect of the addiction. Addiction as a lifestyle, which includes the substance and/or behavior, includes much more. For many addicts getting sober is but the beginning. Working with a 12-step sponsor and attending meetings is important, but even more important is learning how to live and function in a world most addicts have long not been an active part of. As someone who has over 25 years of recovery, who has been a part of creating a 12-step program for addictive lifestyles, and that works as a certified addictions counselor I am able to coach and support you in addressing the many areas needed directly, or through referral, to rebuilding and creating a new life for you. As with any type of coaching participation on your part is the integral piece of creating an unprecedented life.

WHAT BENEFITS CAN I EXPECT FROM WORKING WITH AN ADDICTION MENTOR / LIFE COACH?

An Addiction Specialist/Transformational Sober Coach is someone who is committed to your future, to you having a life of meaning and purpose, to you living free of active addiction or habitual problems. To helping you learn healthy coping skills and how to actively utilize them in your life, to rebuilding relationships damaged through addiction (if possible), to assist through referral for resources (such as therapy, sober living, education or employment via career counseling, etc.), to understand anger related issues and learn to practice conflict resolution in a healthy way, and so much more.

Benefits may include:
*Possible resolution of many of the problems that you experienced in your addiction or lifestyle.
*A new understanding and commitment to an unprecedented future in your life.
*Positive goals, aspirations, and self-image.
*Better communication skills.
*Able to communicate assertively.
*Better understanding of difficult recovery questions or issues (guidance towards resolution).
*Better understanding of anger related issues and appropriate coping skills.
*New perspective on life (living in accountability and responsibility rather than guilt or shame).
*A transformed life.

DO YOU WORK WITH THE FAMILY MEMBERS OF ADDICTS?

Yes. Assisting family members in understanding addiction, the importance of creating healthy boundaries, referrals (for family therapy, 12-step formatted groups focused on family and friends of the addict, interventions, and treatment placement options), and any other support needed to help those family members or relations to navigate the maze of addiction.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

You can call or email requesting an appointment. All requests will be responded to within 24 hours. The initial 3 sessions (introductory period) are spent evaluating life issues related to your addiction and lifestyle to determine the direction you would like to take. As an Addiction Mentor/Life Coach my responsibility is to support your recovery life journey and vision for your life.

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