I haven't shared much about my story and why I'm so passionate about my work with those suffering from bad habits. Even though I've been an Addictions Counselor for over 20 years, I've been playing small and not making the impact I know that I'm here to make yet. I've gone through burnout from a lack of work/life balance. As a new supervisor, I was always "on" and didn't know how to navigate changes that well, and the overwhelm was hard at the time. The crazy thing is, I star

I’m guilty of thinking that setting intentions was too “warm and fuzzy” of a task for me to participate in. I first heard about their importance in a professional training I attended ~2015 and thought it seemed like a good idea at the time. Honestly, I didn’t need one more decision to make each day (or each night for the next day) when I could barely figure out what I was wearing the next day. I finally caved a few years ago and decided I’d give it a try, especially since I’d

30% of the population meet criteria for problem drinking. That is, 3 out of 10 people you know are on a slippery slope towards “bottom”, if they’re not already there. Alcohol Awareness Month marks an important time to reflect on the impact of alcohol consumption and the benefits of a mindful approach to drinking. This dedicated time offers a nationwide prompt to examine the role alcohol plays in daily living and its broader public health implications. By sparking open dialogu

I’ve seen it countless times in treatment: clients missing individual sessions due to an emergency, work, or an emergency at work! Having to reschedule can cause angst and demotivation since it just adds more to your to-do list on top of trying to stay sober. In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for personal and professional growth can be challenging, especially if you have wellness goals to reach. Asynchronous coaching emerges as a powerful solution for busy professiona