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I can answer questions on all addictive behaviors: alcohol, drugs, food, compulsive sex, codependency, gambling, compulsive shoplifting etc.
I have over 20 years experience working in the addiction field. My experience extends to all levels of substance abuse. I've worked in rehabs and detox centers, prisons and half-way houses and have a busy private practice as well as an active website where I can be reached for recovery coaching and consultation. I am a cognitive behavioral therapist, but 12-step programs are an excellent support. When working in the addiction field, there is no cookie-cutter solution. In the recovery field, you witness miracles. That's why I love what I do.
NAADAC The Association for Addiction Professionals, CACCF Canadian Addiction Counselors Federation, CCA Canadian Counseling Association, For more information please see: http://www.untwist-your-thinking.com
BA Psychology, MA Counseling Psychology, ICADC International Alcohol and Drug Counselor, ICAC International Clinical Addiction Counselor, CGC Certified Gambling Counselor.
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Hi Jo Jo, Good for you !! This man is an alcoholic, and has no intention of giving up his lifestyle. Unless he stops his love affair with the booze, there will be no place in his life for a real
Hi Cherold, What you're experiencing is what AA calls being a 'dry drunk' -- meaning that although your husband is not drinking, he's under a lot of stress and alcohol used to take the 'edge' off. He
Hi Tom, To answer your question -- Yes, this is normal. While your fiance is in treatment, it has been determined that the two of you are in a codependent relationship. This is not healthy for either
Hi Sonsheehray, When someone leaves a rehab the first and only focus that is recommended is to stay sober. Most rehabs suggest going to meetings, getting a sponsor and working the 12 steps. Here's more
Hi Adriana, It's obvious that your boyfriend has a problem, however, it's not obvious to him. This is what we call denial. Although he's gotten 2 DUI's, gone to jail etc. nothing has worked because
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