I am a person with lived experience. 

I struggled for many years to find purpose and direction, drifting aimlessly through life harming myself with addictive substances and alcohol.  I moved around Western Canada for many years trying different towns, post-secondary programs and careers - feeling lost.  Once I finally realized I was attempting to outrun myself and a major life event was unfolding in front of me, I decided to get help, finally.  

I completed a 90-day addiction treatment program.  Learning what I was up against, I put forth all my energy and focus to get well.  I came out with a new outlook on myself and my life.  In my early recovery, I became a father, endured several hardships, clinical depression and a relapse.  These events did not stop me on my path to recovery.  I had a new sense of motivation that I had never experienced before.  I continued to learn about addiction, recovery, spirituality, exercise, nutrition, psychology, managing emotions & thoughts, cravings, urges and mindfulness.  The more knowledge I gained about myself, addiction and how to thrive in recovery I realized I wanted to help other people who suffer from substance use disorder.