by admin | Oct 31, 2014 | Spirituality
As we reach the Fifth Level of recovery, it is apparent that much has changed. There is more peace in our personal world, less conflict and chaos. We find that we are grateful. Faith abounds. We can trust our intuition and instincts. Life seems to work on our behalf....
by admin | Oct 28, 2014 | Love
Once Sober, Safe, and/or Stable, it is time to commit to Love in order to move the recovery process forward. This means that we first open ourselves to the caring, support, encouragement, and positive regard coming from professional caregivers, family, and friends....
by admin | Oct 22, 2014 | Unity
Joining forces with others active in the recovery process is an empowering experience. “I” becomes “we”. We are in this thing together and we can definitely overcome addiction, traumatic stress, and/or mental illness. It is evident that long...
by admin | Oct 16, 2014 | Growth
An increase in self-confidence is a sign of Growth. Self-consciousness, self-doubt, and fear seem to fade away with the ongoing recovery process. So we become more willing to try new things, accept new challenges, and do further work on ourselves. The pain and...
by admin | Oct 9, 2014 | Growth
“Everyday, in everyway, I am getting better and better”. This becomes the reality of our new life experience. We can learn from our mistakes and know that all of life offers improvement opportunities. The fact that we are still here, doing the life we have...
John has a bachelors degree in Sociology and a masters degree in mental health counseling from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio.
His 40 years professional experience in addictions and mental health programs includes roles of Therapist, Director, CEO, and Consultant in a variety of settings around the United States. He currently works as an independent contract consultant to treatment centers and related programs. He also does public speaking for advocacy groups, civic clubs, treatment programs, and schools.
