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READ THESE PERSONAL TESTIMONIES FROM DR. BUTKINS' CLIENTS

"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

Dr. Petes' Words of Wisdom

Tag >> sober

The most important area of our lives can be affected by stress.  Reduce stress by 'turning toward the problem.'  Perservere not procrastinate.  Commit not ignore.  Sober and clean, not drunk and high.

Love and peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist


Stress

Posted by: drbutkins in sobermyblogfamily recoverycodependency on

Reduce stress by firing yourself from the job of CEO of self and all others and all other things or at least some of these.

Doc Pete,

the imperfect therapist

Stay sober each day for the holidays.


Let your kids and spouse know about the disease and the solution.  Let them know what happens with just ONE.  Let them know about ther CONSEQUENCES/PROBLEMS.  Let them know what happens when we get sober and clean and how we are better.  Pass it on!

Love and peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist


Purpose

Posted by: drbutkins in soberself actualization on

Many people do not have a reason to get up except to work and mechanically move through the day.  We know our reason for being here.  We stay sober and clean and help others to do so also.  We're very fortunate.

Love and peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

 


Don't drink or drug today.

Posted by: drbutkins in soberdrugsdrug usedrinking on

Tomorrow is a new day.  Make it through today clean and sober.

Love and peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therpist


Newsletter

Posted by: drbutkins in sobergratitude on

I hope you get the newsletter that I sent out this week.  It's the first and the feedback from "y'all" was great.  I'm encouraged to continue it and look forward to writing.  Have a safe and happy holiday.

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist

P.S. Have a sober day.


Most of all, stay close to the "Program" and its principles.  The literature of the 12 step programs have many, many solutions.  Sometimes I think that there are solutions to most of our problems, if not all.

We no longer have to immerse ourselves in the chaos of the world and can have our solace available daily.

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist


Other Issues?

Posted by: drbutkins in soberaddiction recovery on

Some get sober and clean and find that they have other issues.  These include codependency, anger management, obsessive traits, need for control, PTSD...  Take care of these and stay sober first.

Love and peace, Docpete, the imperfect therapist


Recession or Opportunity?

Posted by: drbutkins in soberpoweralcohol recovery on

Depends on whether you are sober.

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist


Normal?

Posted by: drbutkins in soberrecovery on

When we get humbled we have to use healthy role models to discover how to relate to others, parent and take care of ourselves.  The good news is that they are readily available as long as we are sober.

Love and peace,

Docpete, the imperfect therapist


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