Jason Powers, MD, MAPP, will rappel down the 31-story Hilton Austin to help raise public awareness and funding to end the stigma and suffering of those affected by addiction.
Promises Treatment Centers opens a new outpatient addiction treatment program in Santa Monica for adults ages 28 and over. The predominantly group format complements individual therapy and focuses on recovery skills and relapse prevention.
“What does vulnerability feel like?” Answer: “Vulnerability feels like… …a black hole.” …flying without the controls. …losing your eyesight and letting your senses guide you.”
Founded by former Korn guitarist Wesley Geer, Rock to Recovery shows addicted young adults that sobriety can be fun in weekly jam sessions at Promises West L.A.
Brie C. Rosenfield, MA, MFT, joins Promises Treatment Centers as marketing director.
On Nov. 10 and 11 in London, Robert Weiss, LCSW, CSAT-S, renowned psychotherapist in the areas of tech, sex and addiction, and founder of the Sexual Recovery Institute in Los Angeles, will present advanced training on complex sexual addiction and recovery issues, including the effect of digital technology on sex and relationships.
In honor of Recovery Month, The Promises Foundation will host its 9th Annual Polo in the Palisades Charity Event to benefit Miriam’s House.
SallyAnn Cross, LCSW, joins Professionals Treatment at Promises as executive director.
Craig Franke, MD, will join Promises Austin addiction treatment center in the Texas Hill Country in mid-July.
At an April 18 continuing education event in Los Angeles, Joni Ogle, Program Director of Promises Young Adult Program, will share her knowledge of co-dependence, and Dr. Jessica Romeyn will examine issues facing young people as they transition into adulthood.