When we talk about healing, we must talk about Love. Most everyone will acknowledge that Love has healing power. It is so much better than the absence of Love. In addiction, trauma, and mental illness, there exists perceptions by some others that are quite negative, blaming, and stigmatizing. These views must be overcome in order to be in any way helpful to those suffering these conditions. Not everyone can be helpful. Pick your caregivers and friends carefully. Be with the Lovers, not the hurters. Let Love be.
John Baldasare
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.
Knowing Affliction and Doing Recovery
