"Years of addiction, Lives Lived Well and St Vinnie's Residential Treatment"

I was broken, trapped in my addiction. Running away was not an option. My past followed me. I was part of a game I no longer wrote the rules for anymore.  

With support from my parent, I finally sought help. I heard Lives Lived Well's advertisement on the radio and thought I'd check it out. I was very scared, however, hopeful for change.  

For around 5 weeks I attended weekly counselling before admitting my defeat. Lives Lived Well then referred me to Residential Treatment with St Vinnies in Cairns.  

Within two weeks, I was admitted to residential treatment. The 12-week residential program at St Vinnie's is second to none. Since my discharge from the residential treatment I have continued with my recovery goals; employing all my learnt strategies for remaining abstinent from all substances - currently, 201 days clean today, have started studying, found employment and have repaired my relationships with family. I also facilitate regular NA groups.

I know this is early days for me, however, I have a very strong network of friends and professional supports. One other goal I am achieving is to share my story with others to prove that recovery is possible.