By Dr. Ross Campbell (originally published in 1960) Genre: Non fiction, parenting Woo factor: none if Christianity is your thing Hippie factor: 8 out of 10 (it may challenge your viewpoint of traditional parenting) [NOTE: This piece was actually written by my eminent and completely awesome associate and our Practice owner, Joanne Ketch. She graciously allowed [ …read more ]
The Myth of Readiness and Wanting To Get Sober
“They have to want it.” “It will only work if they are ready.” “You have to let them hit rock bottom.” These are common sayings in 12 meetings, in recovery communities, by family members and friends. It’s even sometimes (unfortunately) said in professional treatment. To be fair, it’s said out of love and kindness towards [ …read more ]
Why Do I Need a Therapist if I Have a Program?
Isn’t AA (or 12 Step) Enough? Now about health: A body badly burned by alcohol does not often recover overnight nor do twisted thinking and depression vanish in a twinkling. We are convinced that a spiritual mode of living is a most powerful health restorative. We, who have recovered from serious drinking, are miracles of [ …read more ]