Over 30 years of experience leading others down the path of sobriety
Sobriety grounded in honesty, not hype.
For people who have prayed, studied, and tried hard, and still feel stuck. Christ-centered coaching with structure, straight talk, and Sober Decisions you own, not empty cheerleading.
What is a Christian? Optional reading for those who want the Romans Road alongside coaching.
Why listen
Long recovery. Real-world life. Formal training.
Coaching here is a professional relationship built on a clear agreement: I provide the coaching; you commit to doing the work on time and in integrity. I am not your therapist or clinician. I am someone who has walked a long arc of sobriety. For more than 30 years I have helped others do the hard work that long-term recovery requires: honesty, structure, and follow-through, not shortcuts.
The pattern
Stuck, even after the prayers and Bible study
You are stuck. You keep wondering why this keeps happening, even after the prayers, the Bible studies, and the effort you have poured into getting it right. That is not weak faith; it is what happens when something deeper still needs truth and help.
You are not alone. And you were never meant to white-knuckle this forever. You need help, and asking for it is part of humility, not failure.
Structure
How the program works
Through structured sessions, homework, and biblical spiritual disciplines, we work together to name and clear away what has blocked you from staying sober through honest repair, not willpower theater.
Homework and curriculum follow the purposes behind the classic Twelve Steps, written in original, Christ-centered language. The full Steps with scripture correlations are on a dedicated page. They are inspired by recovery principles many people associate with Alcoholics Anonymous; this service is not AA, not endorsed by AA, and does not speak for AA. Many people thrive in AA; this path exists for those who need a different fit while pursuing the same kind of honesty and repair.
- Truth and powerlessness. Name what is true without polishing it.
- Surrender and trust. Move from self-reliance alone to reliance on God as you understand Him in Christian discipleship.
- Inventory and amends. Clean house, spiritually and practically.
- Prayer, listening, and service. Live in ongoing turning toward God and others.
Each phase includes reading, reflection, writing, and a weekly Sober Decision that you choose. I ask clarifying questions; I do not run your life.
Boundaries
What coaching is and isn’t
What it is
Coaching sessions with agreed homework; questions that help you align with spiritual principles; support as you make sober decisions you own.
What it is not
Not clinical counseling or therapy. Not medical advice. Not a crisis service. Not Alcoholics Anonymous.
If you are in danger, in withdrawal crisis, suicidal, or unsafe at home: call 911 or your local emergency services / crisis line. Coaching is not for emergencies.
FAQ
Common questions
Is this AA?
No. It is informed by similar spiritual principles, expressed in Christ-centered homework. It is not an AA meeting, group, or official activity.
Do I have to stop going to church?
No. This coaching is meant to complement a serious spiritual life, not replace your congregation or faith practice.
Is this therapy?
No. It is structured coaching with clear boundaries, not clinical care. If you need licensed treatment or medical detox, those belong with qualified professionals.
How will we engage?
Coaching is not an “always available” text thread. Before we begin, we agree on a mutual agreement: what I provide, what you commit to (sessions, homework, honesty), and how we handle fees and scheduling. That clarity protects both of us.
Day to day we use a sustainable rhythm: scheduled conversations and written work, not random 24/7 messaging. That protects your life and mine and keeps the work serious. When you reach out, we can set cadence (for example, how often we meet and when homework is due) so expectations are clear.
Is the Program Difficult?
The work is not easy. Chipping away at the soul-sickness that lets substance abuse keep a foothold is challenging. It is the kind of challenge that changes a life when you stop negotiating with it.
This is “no frills” coaching: I will not high-five half-measures. If you want real change, we work with candor and respect. If you are unwilling to be honest, to do the work on time, or to keep your commitments, I will pause or end the coaching relationship. I work with a limited number of clients who are all-in.
Next step
Schedule a conversation
If you are ready to commit to a new life through Christ-centered teaching, honest accountability, and the hard work we have described, use the inquiry form. We can see whether this is the right fit and how to move forward.