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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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Getting clean in your 20's.

Posted by: drbutkins in humility, honesty, higher power, drug addiction treatment on Oct 24, 2010

Not much is written about men and women in their twenties getting clean. There are many articles and books about adolescent or adult recovery. We need to focus on the young adults who are barely out of their teens and do not have a clear-headed experience in the adult world or a long time in the workforce or academic setting. This means that they have not developed the skills that older people have. On the other hand, they may have a shorter time ruining their lives. At any rate, recovery is obtained from a learning experience as learned from those who have 'been there.'

Family may still be available and health intact. These 'assets' are either pros or con. The humility needed for recovery has to be tempered with the awareness that these assets are gifts, unearned and freely given by a Higher Entity. Humility is necessary and attained with an honest look at one's situation - The TRUTH. And the truth is that we do not get clean because we are sharp or gifted. We get clean because we get a gift.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete, the imperfect therapist

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log onto www.docpetetheimperfecttherapist.com

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written by sam, November 01, 2010

I am in my early twenties and am getting clean with the help of Dr. Pete. It is extremely important for me to have the foundation that he has laid for me as well as the therapeutic environment set up at my home with my parents. This is an every moment situation for me and my family and it gets hard at times, however I need to remember that my life is at stake here and this is not a game I can re-start. I just passed my 30 days and that was a wonderful feeling however I need to stay humble to the fact that if I pick up at any moment I have a 50 50 chance of never coming back to recovery. I have to remember that I lose nothing when I get clean, I only GAIN.. I gain my life back.