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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-11-23 | Kelly | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | Yes | This expert told me not what I wanted to hear, but what I needed to hear. I think I already knew the answer but it's just a tough situation to be in and to think about just jumping ship over this. But obviously I wouldn't have written if I were happy about how things are, I don't like to see myself or my son put into this situation. I need to think about what is best for myself and my son and not be afraid all the time of upsetting "him". I guess the next best step would be Alanon, which I have actually been at before in my life because of an ex-husband. I must be a slow learner or something. |
| 2009-11-11 | Tanya | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you, Jan. I appreciate the feedback. Actually, my daughter has been in Al-anon for over 10 years, and has been asked to speak at many events, including a state gathering. She has a sponsor, and has been a sponsor many times. Perhaps this is a matter of temporary loss of perspective. I will definitley keep your insight in mind as we move forward. Thanks so much. |
| 2009-11-01 | liz | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for your prompt response. I agree with your input and will definetely follow my instincts as you suggested. |
| 2009-10-07 | nancy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for your answer. I have been away from alanon for many years, I will go back. alcoholism has been the devil in our lives for generations and I know I need help to cope. The 4th generation is growing up surrounded by this legacy too I am sorry to say and maybe if I get myself back to alanon the others will follow my lead. |
| 2009-10-05 | Martha | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks so much for your answer. I've been to al-anon, and have the support of an on-line group. I've been so down about this and I'm reaching out for any help I can get. This whole situation is now showing the end results of what it has done to me because I was an enabler for so many years. Not a pretty picture. Again, thanks for your answer. |
| 2009-10-01 | Michelle | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-09-09 | steve | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-09-08 | Kris | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | The response helped me a great deal. |
| 2009-09-07 | steve | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-09-04 | Pam | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Wonderful advice and really took the time to answer my questions thoroughly. |
| 2009-08-25 | lisa | 10 | 10 | 1 | 1 | Yes | thankyou for your help. we as a family are trying our best to help her.to be honest we realy dont know what the next step is. i hate to think of my sister unhappy and to have some sort of mental health problem. i myself work in a mental health care home and its the last plce she needs to go. the things i have told you about her have all happened in the last year. there is more but i feel bad going behind her back like this. i hope things get better because she is such a lovely person and i know this is not her!! thankyou for your advise and your email. i will keep in touch x |
| 2009-08-23 | heather | 10 | 8 | 9 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-08-12 | Jane | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Appreciate fast reply |
| 2009-07-15 | Ann | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | So glad to have you in my time of need. Thanks ever so much. |
| 2009-07-15 | Ann | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Tremendous consolation. Thanks so very much. |
| 2009-07-13 | Ann | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | God bless this person for his opinions and help. |
| 2009-07-11 | Ann | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I found it odd that you suggested an intervention of sorts since that had been suggested to me by family members and I thought that would never work with her since she wouldn't be cooperative. I thank you very much for your insight. |
| 2009-06-29 | Brian | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you!!! |
| 2009-06-16 | Martin | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Many thanks. |
| 2009-05-19 | Susan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Very prommpt knowledgeable response. Thanks |
| 2009-05-19 | Jeff | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-05-14 | Todd | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-04-27 | Joe | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank your for your response Jan. It was very helpful to me. |
| 2009-04-23 | Joe | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | This was a clear answer with appropriate and sensible recommendations. I would like to thank Jan for the answer and the timely response. This is an extremely valuable service for people in difficult situations. |
| 2009-03-27 | K | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I had no resources to ask this question and felt guilty bringing it up at Al-anon. thank you so much for your timeliness and sincerity! |
| 2009-03-22 | Anita | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank-you so much Jan, I have given him the feedback also, in the hopes that maybe someone else can make him see as i can't, that he needs help. I really think he is a lost cause now, as all my friends have tried to tell me time and time again, but now i think it's true that until he realises he has a problem there is nothing more i can do. Thanks again. |
| 2009-03-12 | Kailley | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much I really appreciate your help. |
| 2009-02-17 | bud | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks! |
| 2009-01-26 | Laurie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much for responsing so clearly and quickly. Your second response really helped. |
| 2008-12-30 | Gary | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No |
Answers by Expert:
Jan Edward Williams
Expertise
all questions related to drug or alcohol addiction, except those requiring the expertise of a physician or those relating to mental health problems apart from addiction. See my web site: http://www.alcoholdrugsos.com
Experience
I have been working as a licensed addictions counselor for 29 years and am in recovery myself for 31 years
Organizations
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors Maryland
Maryland Addictions Professional Certification Board
Education/Credentials
MS Counseling
Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Maryland
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