When a loved one is struggling with addiction or mental health issues, it can feel overwhelming—especially when you're not sure what to do next.

We’ve been there.

When we find ourselves in those dark, painful places, feeling completely lost and hopeless…we have an opportunity. It seems counterintuitive, yet in that moment of despair, we can be open to inspiration, we can discover we are wrong about ourselves… we can realize with guidance, love, and support, we can recreate our lives… what once appeared absolutely impossible now somehow becomes possible… a new beginning… a new life.

”We’re stronger than we think…not stronger than we believe.”

Christopher Dienstag

Our founder, Christopher Dienstag, is a Certified Arise Interventionist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. His journey of more than thirty years of recovery gives him a deep understanding of addiction and the pathways to successful long-term recovery. Christopher coaches individuals and families through the evolving challenges of recovery, as well as presenting intensive workshops in treatment centers for substance abuse and mental health.