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"Dr. Butkins played an integral part in my recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction. He provided me with knowledge about the disease of addiction and taught me how to overcome the triggers that would lead me to go out and use or drink. Dr. Butkins is a very knowledgeable, respectable, and professional counselor. He truly cares for his clients and you can tell from the minute you first meet him that he is a man who has genuine concern for the addict and is willing to do what it takes to help you. I am forever grateful to Dr. Butkins for teaching and giving me the tools necessary to maintain my recovery from alcohol and substance abuse." John - Orlando, FL January 2009

“I met Dr. Butkins when I went to a counseling session with my alcoholic husband about 2.5 years ago. He is a highly skilled professional and is very knowledgeable on the disease of alcoholism and its affect upon the families of alcoholics. When we met, I was sick with worry and fear, angry, and unhappy. Living each day in fear of what awful thing would happen next, both my mental and physical health were beginning to suffer. When my husband went off to a rehabilitation center, I continued to see Dr. Butkins. As he challenged my thinking and attitudes and encouraged me to recognize and deal with my feelings, my mind began to open and allow me to look at life situations and the disease of alcoholism in ways that would never have occurred to me on my own. He sent me to Al-Anon where I found other people affected by a loved one’s alcoholism that were working the 12 Steps and willing to help me in my recovery. Today, there is less worry and fear in my life and more serenity. I know that Dr. Butkins’ skill, wisdom, and compassion guided me to this better way of living. I will be forever grateful.” Karen, Lake Mary, Florida

"Dr. Pete probably saved my life 7 months ago when I came to him in October, 2005. He has a great talent in evaluating problems and making you aware of them. He has helped me turn my life around and helped me see things about myself that I have been able to work on; he also helped me help others. It is the best money I have spent in many years. Thank you for being there for me." Richard A. March, 2006

"Dr. Butkins has been treating me since I was in middle school; later on at 19, (he helped me again) I had to see someone I felt comfortable with. He talks to me like a friend, not a doctor. I choose him over any other (counselor) because I look forward to seeing him; he’s just like one of my own friends. He’s very real, but not in your face;he doesn’t sugarcoat, but he’s very understanding and kind. He will help you make progress through anything and leave you feeling better than when you came in."
Jerry K. April 2006

"Dr. Butkins is the best thing that ever happened to me. I would have been dead a long time ago if it were not for him. I drank way too much and wanted to die. He has brought me through a lot; because of him I can handle anything and I love myself today." Janie D. April, 2006

"Dr. Peter Butkins has provided much needed support and direction during emotional turmoil in my life."
Ken H. - Longwood, FL April, 2006

"Dr. Butkins is an amazing guy. He has helped me so very much. When I first came to him I was ready to give up on life. With his help and guidance I pulled myself up. I’m now accepting a full paid scholarship to Stetson. Dr. Butkins saved my life. Thanks for everything." Ann A. - Orlando, FL April, 2006

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Acceptance.

Posted by: drbutkins in humility, gratitude, drug addiction treatment, addiction recovery on Jun 09, 2010

We expect one thing and have to accept what we get. If I wish for a corvette and get a jackass, ride the jackass.

Love adn Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

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Parents and therapists.

Posted by: drbutkins in family recovery, drug addiction treatment, alcoholism treatment, addiction recovery on May 18, 2010

Find a good therapist and do what he or she guides you to do. If a family member, especially a parent, is drinking, you are putting handcuffs on the counselor. This is true because the family will protect the parent to avoid family disintegration.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

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Untreated Addiction.

Posted by: drbutkins in drug addiction treatment, alcoholism treatment, addiction recovery on Apr 29, 2010

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This results in most of our character defects being active. In other words, we do not think of others very much and resent them when we have to be helpful, are self-defeating or self-destructive, have low self-esteem and live in confusion and fear. We judge others and and very self-deceptive and self-centered. This is no way to live. We are supposed to enjoy life and be useful to God and others.

Go to meetings and do the steps even though you do not drink or drug anymore.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

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Intervene wisely.

Posted by: drbutkins in intervention, drug addiction treatment, alcoholism treatment on Apr 24, 2010

This means to do the intervention under expert guidance.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

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Adolescent Recovery

Posted by: drbutkins in recovery, drug addiction treatment, alcoholism treatment on Apr 19, 2010

The way to stay sober and clean for a few years is to develop spiritually and practice this daily. Don't drink or drug. Help others.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

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Plan to intervene.

Posted by: drbutkins in intervention, drug addiction treatment, addiction recovery on Apr 14, 2010

Planning is an essential part of influencing an addict/alcoholic. Ther drugs and alcohol have influenced him or her for a long time. It will take time for you to arrange a scenario that will turn this around.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

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Family Treatment.

Posted by: drbutkins in family recovery, drug addiction treatment, codependency, alcohol on Apr 13, 2010

If the family goes untreated, the chances for the addict/alcoholic tyo become treated lessen. Drugs and alcohol are not the only drugs. We can become addicted to fixing another person, especially a child.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

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Negative emotions and actions.

Posted by: drbutkins in drug addiction treatment, alcoholism treatment, addiction recovery on Apr 06, 2010

These 'dark side' experiences mar our reasoning and, therefore, we should not think. Do something nice or useful. Just do it.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

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Paradox in Parenting.

Posted by: drbutkins in family recovery, drug addiction treatment, alcoholism treatment, addiction recovery on Apr 02, 2010

With an abusing or addicted chuld, it is usually advantageous to let go to gain control. Sometimes the parents are the last persons who can help yet we must have their permission and cooperation in order to be the therapists.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

P.S. Do not become addicted to fixing someone who does not want help.

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YOUR Program.

Posted by: drbutkins in humility, gratitude, drug use, drug addiction treatment, drinking on Mar 29, 2010

Avoid ignoring your discipline, your learning, your development, your Program maintainance when helping others. We have spent much time before with denial, blame and simply being "other-focused". Avoid this in sobriety. Remember that we are in need of help at all times. We are still the patients. Never rise above that.

love and Peace, Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

P.S. Do not drink or drug today.

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