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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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"Give us this day" - Drug/Alcohol Treatment.

Posted by: drbutkins in drug addiction treatment, drug addiction help, alcoholism treatment, addiction recovery on Feb 02, 2012

We can do anything for one day. This helps us not drink for today, cravings usually go away and we can survive addiction.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete

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Sober Holidays - drug and alcohol treatment.

Posted by: drbutkins in drug addiction treatment, alcoholism treatment, addiction recovery on Dec 19, 2011

The holidays are more enjoyable without drugs and alcohol. Sober and clean is better than drunk and wasted.

LOVE AND PEACE,

DOC PETE

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com

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Ongoing Growth - drug and alcohol treatment.

Posted by: drbutkins in honesty, family recovery, drug addiction treatment, drug addiction recovery, denial, alcoholism treatment, alcohol recovery, addiction recovery on Nov 03, 2011

Without meetings and steps and sponsoring, I would not be able to stay honest. Under great perceived or real stress, my ability to be honest is poor. When I pray or sit in a meeting for five minutes, I get honest through a Higher Power and can see my part in the problem.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

If you want additional counseling

via internet or telephone or in
person go to :

www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com

facebook: allabout addictions

You Tube (for Doc's videos) - the doc pete

drbutkins@gmail.com (407) 786-1913

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Spiritual conversion - Drug and alcohol treatment.

Posted by: drbutkins in higher power, drug addiction treatment, alcoholism treatment, addiction recovery, 12 step program on Oct 10, 2011

I believe this is necessary. This has been my personal experience and my treatment experience. I have seen this hundreds of times. It is not a coincidence. It stopped being a coincidence after I saw it happen the first one thousand times.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

If you want additional counseling

via internet or telephone or in
person go to :

www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com

facebook: allabout addictions

You Tube (for Doc's videos) - the doc pete

drbutkins@gmail.com (407) 786-1913

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How to tell if your child is using drugs.

Posted by: drbutkins in parenting a teen drug addict, parenting a teen drug abuser, drug use, drug addiction treatment, addiction recovery on Oct 04, 2011

Go to You Tube. Search under the doc pete.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

If you want additional counseling

via internet or telephone or in
person go to :

www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com

facebook: allabout addictions

You Tube (for Doc's videos) - the doc pete

drbutkins@gmail.com (407) 786-1913

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Drug problems with young adults, teen and parenting.

Posted by: drbutkins in signs of drug addiction, parenting a teen drug addict, parenting a teen drug abuser, parenting a teen alcoholic, parenting a teen alcohol abuser, genetic predisposition, family recovery, drug addiction treatment, codependency, alcoholism treatment on Sep 20, 2011

Parents need to see that they are not at fault. This problem is mostly genetic and not caused by the environment. Drop the guilt. Note that only certain siblings cross the line to addiction, even though they were brought up in the same household with the same parents. This is proof that parenting does not create addiction.

However, if there is abuse in the household, the child may find tremendous relief from intoxification. These same children, if not geneticaly pre-disposed to addiction, will quit when the intoxication results in pain or loss. It is not providing relief and, because they are not pre-disposed, they will not 'crave' the drug. The drug no longer provides relief but results in problems.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

If you want additional counseling

via internet or telephone or in
person go to :

www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com

facebook: the doc pete (for Doc's videos)

drbutkins@gmail.com (407) 786-1913

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New video on You Tube - Drug recognition for parents.

Posted by: drbutkins in drug addiction treatment, drug addiction help, addiction recovery on Sep 17, 2011

Look on you tube under the doc pete for my newest video. It's titled: How to tell if your child is using drugs.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

If you want additional counseling

via internet or telephone or in
person go to :

www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com

facebook: the doc pete (for Doc's videos)

drbutkins@gmail.com (407) 786-1913

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Parenting trap - drug/alcohol and adolescents.

Posted by: drbutkins in parenting a teen drug addict, parenting a teen drug abuser, parenting a teen alcoholic, parenting a teen alcohol abuser, family recovery, drug addiction treatment, alcoholism treatment on Sep 09, 2011

The most frequent time to get "stuck" when parenting is when we set firm boundaries and then have trouble enforcing them. Remember to only set limits that you believe are fair and then follow through with the mutually agreed upon consequence(s).

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

If you want additional counseling

via internet or telephone or in
person go to :

www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com

facebook: the doc pete (for Doc's videos)

drbutkins@gmail.com (407) 786-1913

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Inpatient vs outpatient drug/alcohol treatment.

Posted by: drbutkins in treatment for drug addiction, treatment for alcoholism, intervention, drug treatment center, drug addiction treatment, drug addiction rehab, drug addiction recovery, drug addiction programs, alcoholism treatment, addiction recovery on Aug 27, 2011

Inpatient treatment should be the first choice when there is a need to detox, prevent continued relapses, escape a toxic environment and/or work through relapse triggers that emerge constantly and create enormous stress that makes it difficult to stay sober.

The ideal choice is to use NARN, National Addiction Recovery Network to choose a Center. NARN was established in 2011 by this author and his business partner for the Orlando area and is dedicated to working with integrated treatment facilities to include outpatient, inpatient and transitional living services. NARN insists on quality treatment at an affordable price. With its three part delivery of business services: marketing, billing and information management, we insure integration of services so that no addict or alcoholic or their families get 'lost in the transitions from service to service', thus insuring continuity of care.

At present, we are focusing on Caring People Recovery Center in Bowling Green, Florida and My Freedom Quest, Inc. as our outpatient and inpatient connection in the Central Florida area. Call Dr. Butkins for either of these services at (407) 786-1913.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

If you want additional counseling

via internet or telephone or in
person go to:

www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com

facebook: the doc pete (for Doc's videos)

drbutkins@gmail.com (407) 786-1913

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Treatment is the key to decreasing demand.

Posted by: drbutkins in drug addiction treatment, drug addiction recovery, drug addiction programs, alcoholism treatment, addiction recovery on Jul 03, 2011

Supply vs demand is a typical marketing model used by businesses to determine production and sales as well as promotion efforts. When addicts get better they do not buy drugs or drink. This lack of a demand causes the supply to decrease in price and eventually become less in demand. Supply is not needed and product decreases.

I am interested in helping those who want help. Many addicts seem to be in denial and not 'ready' for help. However, people can be brought to help through 'early intervention.' This works in many cases. This is evidenced by the fact that people who couldn't get sober and clean in treatment do succeed in treatment. Treatment works. Otherwise, it wouldn't be needed and would die off due to little demand.

We can start by educating families with accurate information and motivating all to pursue help. Not all addicts or alcoholics need treatment but many do. Those who have tried on their own or those who are 'far gone' should use inpatient treatment to detox both physically and mentally as well as psychologically. It is also necessary to develop spiritually as well as in the above other areas.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

P.S. If you are interested in additional counseling by email or
telephone log onto www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com.

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