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Dual Israel/US citizen, permanently residing in Israel. Social worker and mediator by profession. Post graduate studies in substance abuse and geriatrics. Proud father of 5 and grand father (still counting...)

My main area of expertise is in the field of addiction and how to effectively treat addiction. I currently work as an inpatient substance abuse counselor. I have 8 years of experience working in the field of addictions and love to learn new approaches to therapy and treatment. I am fascinated by alternative healing techniques and holistic health. When i am not focusing on the disease of addiction I enjoy spending my time creating scrapbooks, painting, making jewelry, and spending time with my family. I enjoy a wide range of activities and love to challenge myself to learn and grow. The greatest part of my life is being able to share what i have learned with other people, provoking inspiration of thought and a quest for knowledge.

I'm 34 and was born and raised in Olympia,Wa on an Indian Reservation for the Shoshoni Tribe.I was raised in a domestic violent home,I am a incest survivor by both my father and my brother.Both of my parent's were deceased by the time i was 19 and was a mother and married at the age of 18.I have a sister as well and she has been dealing with a numerous amount of substance abuse issues since she was 11 years old.Not all of my childhood was torture and the only reason it wasn't was because both of my mother's parent's protected me to the best of their ability.My grandfather was the Shaman of our tribe and my grandmother was the medicine woman.As far back as i could remember our neighbor's would come for cures from everything from Gout to Gall Stones,it wasn't until i was in the 4th grade that i realized their were actual Doctor's and hospital's that people not from the "Res" went to see to be cured. I was bounced around alot as a child due to my father's inability to stay sober keep a job and therefore pay the bill's and rent.Many midnight moves were made escaping angry landlord's and local thugs owed money. When i was 12 my mother finally left my father for good and we moved back to the Reservation and it was then that i began to realize that i was just one of many children who were and who had grown up in a violent household.Substance abuse lay at it's core and the living condition's all my neighbor's lived in due to the low poverty level,the low educational level most held and the stigma attached to being native american and living on a Reservation. There were little or no job opportunities to be found in the surrounding area's and the factories and forest industry were being depleted by then. I'm the mother of 4 children and have actual had 6,2 i reluctantly gave up for adoption.I am still dealing with that grief and am unsure if that will be subsiding anytime soon.I am self aware and self conscious,i have only recently been able to accept that i am good e

Independent Promoter for the local music industry in Maine & New England. Former Mental Health Rehabilitation Service Provider, experienced in Community Mental Health Rehab, Developmental Disabilities, Duel Diagnosis, Substance Abuse, Counseling Theory, Psychiatric Drugs, and Adolescent Depression. On top of my Mental Health training and certifications I hold a Degree in Business Management and Accounting. I managed a night club in the Northern Part of the state for a few years, and worked in business administrations, marketing, customer services, hospitality, and in home health care among other things over the years. Single mom of 5, 2 boys and 3 girls and enjoy the diverse culture of living in the Sate Of Maine. I am a avid Tarot Reader, enjoy studying astrology & metaphysics, a student of life, and enjoy the outdoors a great deal. My interests, areas of study and knowledge is diverse, from music to film, art, nature, writing, web design, social networking & social bookmarking, web marketing, Maine Culture, Spirituality, Herbal Medicine, The Tarot, Astrology, Crystal prosperities, Aroma Therapy, Meditation Techniques, Metaphysics, The Paranormal, Parapsychology, Ancient Religion and Religious History, Counseling Theory & Therapy, Cognition and Human Behavior, Youth Culture, awareness & concerns, Substance Abuse Rehab, Mental Health Rehab, Developmental Disabilities, Downs Syndrome, Local Night life, Interpersonal communications & relationships, Current National & Global Concerns, Astronomy, Physics & Energy, Thought forms & Energy, and the list goes on in related & unrelated sub-interests.

Magalis Sandoval was born and raised in Bridgeport, CT. She graduated with her Masters Degree in Social Work from New York University in 2006 and is currently working full time as a clinician in a residential substance abuse treatment facility. Magalis has also worked with survivors of domestic violence and adolescents living in residential care. Magalis is currently pursuing a change in career as a writer and has completed her first collection of poetry titled "Obsessions of a broken-hearted." Magalis is currently residing in Connecticut with her two daughters and family dog, Rocky.

Mother of 2 Wonderful Sons, Public Speaker & Child Sexual Abuse Awareness/Prevention Educator. President/Founder of SpeakingOut against Child Sexual Abuse, Inc. (aka SpeakingOut), a non-profit organization. For more information, visit www.speakingout-csa.com.

Before relocating in 2009 to Whidbey Island, Puget Sound in Washington state, Lindy regularly contributed as a speaker, vocalist, and interpretive dancer at Hiding-Hurting-Healing in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, a Christ-centered, women's domestic abuse support group. She has ministered at Minnesota Teen Challenge through song, dance, and her book, "Journaling with Purpose -- 21 Days to New Thought Habits." Currently she is creating personal-level greeting cards with her photography and prose.

Connie Owens is a Practical & Kundalini Reiki Master and a spiritual counselor specializing in substance abuse counseling. As a writer Connie's interests vary, topics include spiritualism, religion, animals, gardening, substance abuse, with some personal experiences filtering into her writing.

John "Yianni" Smyrni is 47 years old, married with 6 children, and a consumer advocate for parents with substance abuse disorders. He is currently a member of the Sacramento County Child Protective Services Shared Leadership Task Force, an active participant on the steering

Inspirational author, poet, writer and Christian blogger. Children's rights activist who successfully fought for the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) which was signed into law by Ronald Reagan. Encourager of Christian believers worldwide.

I was raised with abuse and found myself marrying into abuse. out of my desperation and pain.. I found myself seeking some relief.. cried out to the Lord, for I had found myself at a place where I no longer wanted to live.. hopelessness had oevercome me..

Hello my name is Melanie Wayne. I work as an intake coordinator on a substance abuse unit for youths in Michigan. I also hold group and didactics for young people with substance abuse problems. In my previous job I worked as a alternative educational specialist for at-risk y

I have worked in the field of healthcare since 1979. I have two daughters. I have a strong belief in education making one a better person. I am a Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Educator by career. My special areas of interest are in Mental Health and Substance abuse.

Jack Halpern, MPS, LNHA, is an eldercare advocate and a licensed nursing home administrator. Halpern, a nationally recognized expert on eldercare issues, is the author of many articles on eldercare and nursing home abuse, and is the CEO of My Elder Advocate. His website is h

I am on a journey to freedom and recovery from many years of extreme abuse. I grew up in an occult secret society and used dissociation to cope with the variety of kinds of abuse I suffered in this system. This journey is a progressive one and I hope I can help people with

John Elder is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in treating substance abuse and psychological trauma. He has worked for years in the field of anger management, teaching, training, and developing curricula

Kathy, a parent of four, loves to teach, read, research and write. She also has a passion for putting a stop to child abuse, especially institutional child abuse.

I have worked in the cosmetic industry, counseling and work full time in the Mental Health and substacne abuse field with 20 years of experience. I also have a strong spiritual background and volunteer offering spiritual support and training to adolescents.

I am an actress & new prolific screneplay writer. I also write short stories. I've always been interested in writing for newspapers about current events and political issues. Or maybe even a Health and fitness article. Also, I would like to touch on topics like child abuse a

Nancy Richards is the author of, Heal and Forgive: Forgiveness in the Face of Abuse (Nevada City: Blue Dolphin Publishing, Inc., 2005) and co-author of 101 Great Ways to Improve Your Life, Volume 2.

Once a victim turned perpetrator, now a Survivor of child sexual abuse. 5 year Veteran of the U.S. Army, 5 year Veteran as a Professional Political Activist (3 years in Management), Presently an Ordained Minister, and CEO/Development and Operations For CARING HEARTS UNITED.

I am an experienced professional in the field of Addictions, Substance Abuse/dependence. I am also experienced in the Psychological disciplines.

Background of over 10 years of substance abuse & criminal behavior counseling in halfway house/rehab setting. Social work with a treatment approach of a business education and practical research. Currently between jobs, last was some consulting work.

Dr. Kalyani Gopal is a national speaker on sexual abuse and a diplomate with the American Board of Psychological Specialities on Sexual Abuse. She has written a book on Immigrant issues. She has been in the clinical field for 25 years.

I am a 45 year old black female who has worked inthe Substance Abuse field for a litle over 10 years I have worked in S. A. Education, Prevention, and several aspects of treatment.

SINGLE 49 YR OLD MOM 6 KIDS SURVIVED DRUG ADDICTION , OVERCAME SPOUSAL ABUSE , SON PARENTALLY KIDNAPPED AND BRAINWASHED FOR 7 YEARS OWN MY OWN BODY JEWELRY STORE HAVE SYSTEMIC LUPUS, ADOPTED BY REAL FATHER, WAS A JUNKIE FROM 13-27 BEEN CLEAN 22 YEARS

Completed Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology, Concentration in Health and Holistic Counseling. Worked in a Substance abuse rehabilitation program for adults as an addictions counselor. Have had many interesting experiences with client.

Shanna is a college student studying computer science with training in networks, computer forensics, and Windows-based applications. Prior to her decision to change career paths, she was trained in early childhood education and worked as a preschool teacher and office assistant. She also draws experience from being a single parent, and is an advocate for domestic abuse awareness. Shanna has been a volunteer with Soldiers' Angels since 2006, and received the 2010 gold-level President's Volunteer Service Award for her efforts in supporting the troops through care packages, cards, and letters, and spreading the word to others to help raise the morale of both active duty and veteran military service members.

Basically I am a driven and passionate person. I love writing, especially about things that excite me. One of my passions is educating people about adoption, the foster care system and the effects that abuse has on children.

Employed as an investigator of sexual abuse committed against children. Before that, spen 10 years as a juvenile probation officer. Former frat boy and football player, I have become much more intelligent as I have gotten older. Married with 4 children!