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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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Dr. Petes' Words of Wisdom

Tag >> parenting a teen alcoholic

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


The family is instrumental in helping the addict/alcoholic recover. According to Family Theory (Haley, 1981), the family is the problem and the solution.  The whole family needs treatment.  This also gives the I.P., the identified patient (addict and/or alcoholic), incentive to recover.  It minimizes the stigma as the entire family accepts the problems and shares it also.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

www.facebook.com/peteralanbutkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete


Intervene when you can - ASAP!  This window of opportunity may be fleeting.  Take advantage of the chance by calling a therapist certified in addiction treatment (most states have a Certification Board) and let them guide you to success.

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

www.facebook.com/PeterAButkins

www.You Tube.com/thedocpete

drbutkins@gmail.com      (407) 786-1913


The family has to surrender, break denial, look at control issues and become humble, stop all alcohol use in the home and outside as regards their family, set boundaries, go to AlAnon or NarAnon, get a sponsor...  The addict has to do these things also.   Otherwise, the family stays stuck with the disease.  Let's break this in this generation.  Follow directions and stop directing.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete,

www.facebook.com/PeterAlanButkins

www.youtube.com/thedocpete

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Surrender is the character asset that leads to recovery.  The addict/alcoholic and the family need to surrender to those who know what to do and can lead them through the maze of addiction to the stability and eventual joy of recovery.

Love and Peace,

Doc Pete

Facebook.com/PeterAlanButkins

YouTube.com/thedocpete


Addiction can be arrested.  It can't be controlled or else we wouldn't need treatment of any kind.

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


See my videos on You Tube under the doc pete.  There is a video for every step of my seven-step model on parenting children who use drugs and/or alcohol.

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


When your child is relapsing, make sure that the consequences are felt.  Otherwise, he will keep relapsing. You will be teaching him to teach you and manipulate you.

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


Please resist the temptation to direct treatment unless you are a trained addiction specialist.  Even if you are trained, it's especially difficult to treat someone in your own family. 

Usually the most difficult part of adolescent treatment is getting the parents to see the problem accurately and then conforming to the appropriate treatment.

"Don't try this at home":)

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


Take charge of your home.  Get your child to treatment the right way.  Dr. Butkins explains how to progress through the steps of helping your child to get sober and clean.  Go to You Tube and search for the doc pete. There are seven videos on each step and others on treatment for drug and alcohol abuse/addiction.

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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