I draw on more than 31 years of lived recovery and professional experience to share what works—and what doesn’t. Together, we identify and dismantle limiting belief systems that hold you back, replacing them with insight, clarity, and practical action. Who you are today does not limit who you can become. Real change requires honesty, humility, willingness, and commitment, and coaching offers a structure to support that process.

Whether you are actively using or already in recovery, we work together to develop a realistic, individualized strategy that supports your overall well-being. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. Your plan is shaped by your history, experiences, belief systems, successes, and perceived failures. By deconstructing personal narratives, new insights emerge—clarifying what has kept you stuck and what will help you rebuild a meaningful, sustainable life.

Coaching sessions typically take place once a week for one hour, and are available in-person, by phone, or via video conference, with brief check-ins during the week as needed. Initial coaching engagements usually last two to three months, though the timeframe may be longer depending on your needs.

In our work together, we review your life, complete a thoughtful assessment, and develop a clear, actionable recovery strategy. The process is straightforward but not easy—discipline and commitment are essential, as they are with any meaningful goal. The methods I use are time-tested, practical, and rooted in principles that support lasting, whole-life recovery.

I also offer Personalized Support for those transitioning back into the stream of life in early sobriety which can be challenging.

Social events, business trips, and professional performances can sometimes create stressful situations that weaken someone in early recovery's resolve. Oftentimes, these kinds of events and opportunities have drugs and alcohol available. 

With personal Inspirational Support, these challenges can be met with clear strategies to prevent relapse, reduce social anxiety and stress, enhance mental focus, and reinforce skills for a successful sober life.     

Day-long or 24/7 support is available throughout the Bay Area and online. I am also available to travel nationally or internationally.

Being in a relationship with someone struggling with addiction can be exhausting, stressful, and emotionally overwhelming. Families often carry fear, confusion, anger, and deep concern—sometimes all at once. Developing a clearer understanding of addiction and recovery is essential not only for the healing of the individual but also for the emotional well-being, stability, and physical safety of the family as a whole. To facilitate lasting change and stronger, healthier relationships, I also offer Family Coaching for…

• Partners, spouses, and significant others of individuals struggling with substance use

• Parents of adolescents or adult children dealing with addiction

• Adult children concerned about a parent’s substance use

• Families navigating early recovery or repeated relapse

• Families preparing for or recovering from treatment, intervention, or major transition

• Anyone who feels stuck in cycles of fear, conflict, enabling, or emotional exhaustion and wants healthier ways of relating

Family coaching provides a space to demystify the recovery process and raise awareness of family dynamics that may no longer be serving anyone. These patterns are often long-standing and, in some cases, have existed for generations. This work is not about blame or fault—it is about awareness. Once awareness is present, change becomes possible.

Together, we identify unhealthy dynamics, examine long-held belief systems, and establish new boundaries and agreements that support recovery. The goal is to create patterns of interaction grounded in mutual respect, compassion, honesty, accountability, and care for everyone involved. Through this process, families often experience relief, renewed connection, and a stronger foundation for the future.