When you are coached by me, here are the things I believe...

• There is no such thing as hopeless. Anyone can change.
• Relapse is an indicator not a failure.
• Addiction is not a sign of weakness. It is a neurochemical, biological, psychosocial, and spiritual problem.
• 12-Step programs are highly effective though not for everyone. There are other support systems available if the 12-Step program is not for you.
• Recovery is not a philosophy but a program of action that must include changes in thinking as well as behaviors.
• Abstinence is not enough. Some kind of ongoing recovery/counseling support is needed to heal.
• Substances and addictive behaviors are the solution not the problem. Untreated emotional pain, and problems of living are the problem.
• Untreated emotional pain and interpersonal conflicts are the biggest reasons why people relapse or are unhappy in sobriety.
• Anxiety is easily treatable without mood-altering medications.
• Emotional pain is easily treatable without having to drudge up the past.
• Permanent healing occurs only
• Person everyone also reimbursement pretty when the deepest issue is identified and resolved.
• Change in perception is the most successful kind of change