What We Do at AAI and YPM
I have been asked lately to articulate exactly what we do at All About Interventions (AAI) and at Youth Prevention Mentors (YPM ). We are organizations designed to help build […] The post What We Do at...
View ArticleWhen is the Best Time for an Intervention?
As a family member, when you see your loved one suffering and unable to get their life back on track, you may feel like you need to take action. […] The post When is the Best Time for an...
View ArticleIt’s a Small World After All
Over the last two weeks, I have had a mind expanding time of it! First, off to New York, followed by London, and then on to Zurich. It’s a small […] The post It’s a Small World After All appeared first...
View ArticleBespoke Behavioral Health
As a Clinician-Interventionist, I have the opportunity to work with high-weath clients. These individuals require bespoke concierge service . When I think of the wonderful places that I have and get...
View ArticleREPORT: Drug & Alcohol Deaths on the Rise Among Older Americans
With the holidays coming, an oft-overlooked population is aging adults. Sadly, drug and alcohol deaths are on the rise in older adults. Trauma, chronic pain, and isolation often play a […] The post...
View ArticleIs The Crown All Bad? Or Is Being A “Spare” The Way Towards Hollywood Royalty?
This morning my thoughts turned to the royal family, as Netflix starting streaming Harry and Megan’s controversial 2-part series. Like so many of the families that we work with, they […] The post Is...
View ArticleHoliday Reflections: What Are The 6 Types Of People Should You Spend Time With?
When I think about holidays, I ask myself: who is important to me and how do I wish to spend my time and with whom do I want to spend […] The post Holiday Reflections: What Are The 6 Types Of People...
View ArticleSobriety Is My Superpower
As Ed Spatola aptly puts it, “Recovery is a beautiful thing.” Recently, I had the honor of being invited to a women’s meeting to celebrate my daughter’s sobriety birthday. This was the first time I’ve...
View ArticleUnderstanding Gen Z: A New Approach to Parenting Amid Stress and Anxiety
Generation Z, consisting of individuals born between 1997 and 2012 (twelve to twenty-seven-year-olds), is the first generation to grow up entirely in the digital age. This unique upbringing has...
View ArticleA Visit to All Points North and A Blue Ocean Approach
Last week I had the privilege of visiting APN Lodge, where I got a glimpse of their robust integrative approach to helping folks, plus a wide panorama of the depth and breadth their company. As Dr...
View ArticleJaywalker Lodge – A Place Where Men Come First for Treatment and Stay for...
I had the opportunity to visit Jaywalker Lodge March 6-8. Nestled in Carbondale Colorado, a haven for outdoor activities, Jay Walker strides to integrate their men into the community so as to sustain...
View ArticleIn Memory of Dr. Fiona Ray & Mr. Danny Smith
What though the radiance which was once so bright Be now for ever taken from my sight, Though nothing can bring back the hour Of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower; We will grieve not,...
View ArticleTransitioning Back to Everyday Life After Spring Break: Tips for Families and...
Coming back from Spring Break can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve indulged in excess with alcohol and other substances. Here are some tips for both families and college students to...
View ArticleBuilding Your Self-Care Toolbox: A Guide for Families of Individuals in Recovery
Just as individuals in recovery develop a toolbox to support their journey, family members also need to prioritize self-care activities to navigate the challenges they face. The key is to keep it...
View ArticleHeartwood: Finding Strength and Stability in Nature
Until last week, I knew little about redwoods or ‘heartwood.” Then I went to see the world premiere of the play Redwood, starring the indomitable Idina Menzel, who co-created with director-playwright...
View ArticleWill An AI Bot (Artificial Intelligence) Replace Interventionists?
The World Health Organization recently introduced AI into their resources for people to live a healthier life. Here is the announcement from their website: Meet S.A.R.A.H. A Smart AI Resource Assistant...
View ArticleThe Power Of Words
THE POWER OF WORDS, excerpted from The Marginalian Words are essential to the Helping professions. How we use our words can make or break a conversation. Recently I stumbled across this beautiful...
View ArticleAre Psychedelics The Next Big Thing In Treatment?
As an experienced professional in addiction treatment and family interventions, I have delved into the realm of psychedelics and their potential role in revolutionizing mental health treatment. In my...
View ArticleDoing more good- Children’s Action Network and the Alliance Foundation Heroes...
I took a recent trip to LA to attend two amazing philanthropic events. Children’s Action Network has been a charity near and dear to my daughter Felicia’s heart and has been supported by The Holland...
View ArticleLearning to Control Your Anger
Are you angry? What is the true meaning of anger? Anger is a human emotion that can manifest in many ways. For most, anger is a feeling of displeasure, annoyance, irritation, hostility, or antagonism....
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