Discuss Drugs with Your Children Early to Prevent Future Issues
My mother Betty used to quote Benjamin Franklin often when saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Really good advice...
Navigating the Holidays with an Imperfect Family
This time of the year we find ourselves bombarded with what some big advertising agencies say families are supposed to look like. The...
Why Are Teens and Young Adults More Vulnerable to Drug Use?
Adolescence is a time in our lives when we’re naturally curious and eager to explore the world in new and exciting ways. However, the...
Are Opiates for Pain Too Risky for Your Brain?
After I published “Could Your Brain Be Wired for Alcoholism?” last month, a number of my followers requested some similar information on...
Is Your Brain Predisposed to Alcoholism?
Much like diabetes, alcoholism is most often the result of biochemical differences present in certain people. A genetic predisposition...
Why Should You Consider a Sober Coach During Early Recovery?
Research has shown that the highest level of relapse in people recovering from addiction occurs in the first weeks after treatment, and...
What Are the Signs That You Might Have a Drinking Problem?
As an interventionist and addiction counselor who has worked with hundreds of families, many clients have shared with me that deep down...
Could Concierge Counseling Be the Right Choice for You?
Imagine this … a competent therapist with extensive experience and expertise is on call just for YOU anywhere and anytime. Sessions can...
Interventions: Essential Information for Every Family
As a highly trained, certified and experienced interventionist, my job is to work with families on how to motivate loved ones in need of...
Support and Guidance for Parents of Teens and Young Adults
Being a young adult or teenager today is challenging to say the least! And being the parent of a young adult or teenager is challenging...
