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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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Change for the Better!

Posted by: drbutkins in self actualization, recovery, honesty, drug addiction treatment, drug addiction help, drinking on Mar 22, 2010

Our recovery and the Steps are not a punishment. They provide an opportunity to begin doing ALL of the things that are in our best interests.

Love and Peace,

Dod Pete, the imperfect therapist

Do not drink or drug today.

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Is your new image of God available?

Posted by: drbutkins in honesty, higher power, addiction recovery on Sep 01, 2009

Many times we hold onto old ideas and feelings about the God we were introduced to early on in our lives. Remember that we can have an open mind and a huge God who is loving, forgiving and 'on your team.'

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist

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New "Connections".

Posted by: drbutkins in recovery, honesty, drug addiction on Jul 22, 2009

Connect the problems with your drinking and/or drug use. Do you have these problems when you are not indulging? Next, take action to get help. Call your local hotline and find an addiction specialist, preferably one who has "been there".

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Be selfish instead of neglectful.

Posted by: drbutkins in humility, honesty, family recovery, codependency on Jun 07, 2009

Remember that self care must come before other care. Otherwise, you have little to give and you deprive yourself and others. Find the balence. Ask!!!

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist

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Commitment

Posted by: drbutkins in parenting a teen alcoholic, intervention, honesty, alcoholic, addiction recovery on May 24, 2009

An intervention should be undertaken with love and a firm resolve to follow through in the manner that it was rehearsed. The script must be followed. The consequences must be stated and there must be follow through on the consequence. Otherwise, the alcoholic/addict sees it through the same eyes that he or she has used for years. There will be bo credibility and the person will continue to "use." Commit to doing the intervention the way that you planned and it will work!

Lover and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist

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Set your boundaries.

Posted by: drbutkins in intervention, humility, honesty, addiction recovery, addiction on May 23, 2009

Don't expect the addict to 'open up' when you remain rigid. Determine what you will put up with and set boundaries. What does it take for you to stop taking care of and attempting to cure someone who does not want help? Decide to care for yourself before you become so stressed that you are addicted to helping him or her. Listen to your advice for him or her and apply it to yourself. Take a stand assertively before you do it aggressively. Aggression does not work for you or him/her. More to come.

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist

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Intervention Education.

Posted by: drbutkins in intervention, honesty, denial, codependency on May 13, 2009

Tip # 33: Discover, learn and understand your role in your family. It will seriously affect the way that you intervene.

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist

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Intervention with love

Posted by: drbutkins in living with an alcoholic, intervention, humble, honesty on May 10, 2009

Make sure that your motive is to help. When you care that the person gets help and do not so much need to be the helper, you can then proceed. See next blog. See Ipod for detailed education on interventions.

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist

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Unmanageable?

Posted by: drbutkins in symptoms of drug addiction, symptoms of alcoholism, honesty, denial on May 04, 2009

Unmanageable can mean three or four small (?) problems that add up to one major problem. Not fixing the car and being late for work and spending too much and beinf ashamed for being self-indulgent can equal one DUI or a divorce or a job loss.

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist

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Problemmatic drinking/drugging

Posted by: drbutkins in honesty, drugs, alcoholism signs on May 03, 2009

Can you connect the dots? Is the problem you are having connected to your drinking and/or drugging? Would this have happened if you were sober and clean? Be honest!

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