I know the heartbreak of watching a loved one struggle with addiction.
Growing up in a family shaped by alcoholism, and later facing addiction in my marriage, I became consumed by the belief that I could "fix" my husband. Like so many family members, I sacrificed my own well-being trying to save someone else.
My turning point came when I found myself in the rooms of Al-Anon, where I quickly learned the hard truth: I couldn't control addiction. I could only heal myself.
But my recovery journey wasn't exactly straightforward....
During a painful child custody battle, I hit my rock bottom emotionally, desperate to protect my children while lacking the tools and resources to do so. It was during those darkest days of my life that I discovered yoga - a practice that not only restored my sanity but revealed my life's purpose.
When I discovered the work of Nikki Myers (Yoga of 12-Step Recovery) and Tomy Rosen (Recovery2.0),
I saw how yoga could transform the lives of those in addiction recovery. My mission became clear: to bring these same powerful tools to FAMILIES. I become a certified yoga instructor, a Yoga of 12 Step Recovery leader, and later a Recovery Support Specialist to serve families in need.
For addiction treatment providers, therapists, and counselors, I offer miindfulness-based programs and services that complement your work by providing families with the tools they need to heal and thrive. Together we cultivate a more holistic approach to recovery that supports both individuals whoe struggle with addiction as well as the people who love them.
Family Recovery Coach at CT Addiction Counseling & Coaching in Cheshire, CT
Family Support Group Facilitator at TriCircle in Meriden, CT
Recovery Yoga Instructor at Rushford in Meriden,CT
Recovery Yoga Instructor at Toivo in Hartford, CT
Volunteer at The Phoenix National Sober Active Community
Volunteer at CT Community for Addiction Recovery in New Haven, CT
Trail of Truth Volunteer at Truth Pharm
Invitation to Change Level I Certified | Center for Motivation & Change
Certified Recovery Support Specialist | Recovery Leadership Academy
Certified Yoga Instructor YTT200 | Bloom Yoga
Happy For No Reason Certified Trainer | Marci Shimoff
Professional Life Coach Certification | Transformation Academy
Intentional Peer Support Training | Advocaty Unlimited
Alternatives to Suicide Group Facilitator Training | Wildflower Aliance
Mental Health First Aid certified
NAMI CT Family Support Group Facilitator Training
Meditation Practitioner | Priority Academy
Yoga of 12 Step Recovery Leadership Certification
First Aid and CPR certified
Empowering families impacted by addiction to find strength and serenity through mindfulness, education, and compassionate support