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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 >> codependency

If you are brought up in an addictive home, it is oftentimes difficult to tell what normal is.  Feeling, communication and trust are often withheld, distorted and confused.  Treatment can help you you sort these out.  Frozen feelings get spoken and resolved, thus opening up that energy to enjoy life.  We can now relax.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


When our parent or parents are not in touch with the sad and fearful reality of their self-annihilation, we are not aware of the reality that this sickness has damaged us greatly.  Treatment can help us to arrive at an opportunity to heal.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


Why would we not.  What a great holiday gift for everyone, especially oneself.  The forgiveness is for ourselves.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


Most codependent people insist that others think, feel and act the way they do.  Otherwise, the frozen feelings emerge and are displaced on the 'uncooperative victim'.  To avoid this, be confident and explain that you do not allow anyone to yell at you or lay guilt trips...  It isn't difficult as, once you do this once or twice, it becomes more ingrained and you can even respon in a casual manner and set the boundary.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


'Get it out' in generalities at meetings, personally with your sponsor, in group therapy, with a friend or a therapist.  Get out the angst but learn the tools to get closure on issues and grow.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


'Get it out' in generalities at meetings, personally with your sponsor, in group therapy, with a friend or a therapist.  Get out the angst but learn the tools to get closure on issues and grow.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


Recovery giver us a chance for peace and felloewship.  Non-recovery leads us to stress and anxiety and usually back to the addiction.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


Knowing how you feel and think allows you to process your life. Otherwise, you have to become an expert on another's.  This is the main reason for divorce: inability to resolve your part of the conflict.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


Parents must have a firm grasp on what is important to them.  Seeing as they are the heads of a family, this should be a priority.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


A recent study suggests that parents who allow their children to drink under supervision may result in more drinking and subsequent consequences.  (Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, 2011). 

It seems that parents send mixed messages to children when they allow the children to drink in front of them but not without them.  This sends a double message.  Parents should be strong enough to speak their minds and send clear messages, opinions about drinking and drug use.  Parents need to be parents.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


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