At The Bridges we understand the importance of an aftercare plan that is tailored to each individual.  We have teamed up with a highly regarded therapist specializing in women's issues.  We encourage our women and their families to participate in aftercare and will facilitate the appropriate option, whether it be group or individual sessions.

Therapist

Beryl Cotter, one of the most compassionate therapists in the addiction community, states "because addiction often affects the whole family it is a family disease". She works with clients both individually and facilitates therapy groups. Beryl occasionally lectures for the UCSD Addiction Program and enjoys the sharing of knowledge with others.

Relapse prevention, grief/loss, anxiety, fears, codependency and spirituality issues are some of the areas addressed by Beryl. "Helping people overcome the pain and the ramifications caused by addiction is my passion." She encourages her clients to become involved with AA & NA groups as that participation very often opens the door to a more productive and enjoyable life.

Graduate UCSD 2002 Multicultural Counseling. CADAC 11, CCJAP

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Career Coaching

Dr. Aleksandra Drecun is a licensed psychologist who has a profound passion and derives immense gratitude from assisting individuals in realizing their fullest potential.

Dr. Drecun specializes in career coaching for individuals in recovery and offers a free consultation to those interested in learning how they can benefit from career coaching. She has an exuberant approach in guiding clients in recovery toward occupational/professional success. Dr. Drecun is committed to providing the highest quality of care and has a deep desire to facilitate transformation in the individuals who are obtaining her self-improvement services. Dr. Drecun is dedicated to empowering individuals, enriching lives, promoting personal growth and development by providing professionally competent and personally compassionate services for individuals in recovery.

Contact Dr. Drecun to discuss your needs and goals and how you can discover your passion and purpose in life. www.a4ct.com

Nutritional Coaching

What Kind of an Alcoholic Are You?
Recent studies have shown that there are different types of alcoholics/addicts depending on what sets off specific biochemical cravings and addictive behavior. Each of these types requires a different set of physical, nutritional and lifestyle changes to increase the chances for recovery.

Until the individual gets the biochemical part of the equation under control, it is very difficult to successfully deal with all the emotional components of it. What type of alcoholic you are can be determined by a simple personal profile self-test.

Most people with addictions have a weak Adrenal system, which is the main support for your Female and Male Hormone balances, Weight metabolism, Insomnia, Attitude, Depression, Anxiety and your daily Energy. Simple non-invasive lab tests, done in your own home, will determine your stage of Adrenal Exhaustion and provide a very specific treatment program to begin restoration.

Dr. Michael Madden has worked in the fields of Natural Healthcare and Nutritional Counseling since 1982. He received his BA in Psychology from the University of Missouri in 1976 and his Doctorate of Chiropractic (D.C.) in 1980 from Logan University in St. Louis. He has 10 years of Post-Graduate studies in the field of Nutritional Treatments Programs. He is a published author and has lectured and given seminars all over the Western United States. He has two offices in the San Diego area: Hillcrest and Del Mar.

Visit Dr. Madden's Website for in-depth information. Click on the Quizzes and Self-Help link to take the tests for Adrenal and Alcoholic Type.