What our members say
Helping people get well is our most important work. We're honored to support our members as they overcome challenges, meet goals and thrive in whatever ways are important to them.
“Good help and good people are hard to find, and I’ve found both of them in Face It TOGETHER.”
“I really like the environment. The people there always say 'hi' – it’s a good welcome knowing you do have people behind you.”
“I remember the day after I met Dave, it was another sigh of relief. Little by little, I thought, ‘Maybe there’s a chance I can quit this.’”
“Finally, a modern resource for navigating life with a loved one at risk/addiction. The remote support gave me access where I'm at, invaluable empathy, and real-life tools to deal with trauma. Forever grateful to my coach, Janelle, a parent who has walked this walk. May we never walk alone.”
“If my friend didn’t tell me about this program, I don’t know what kind of mess I’d be in right now. I really appreciate Face It TOGETHER and I would recommend this to anybody who needs it.”
“Coach Aubrey helped talk me through a tough time and helped me decide if I even wanted to quit drinking. I would very much recommend Face It TOGETHER for anyone.”
“I have a real connection with them and they have helped me stay focused on my goals as well as remind me of my progress. I would recommend this program for anyone who could use some support on the journey to better their lives.”
“I have found the coaching services provided by Face It TOGETHER to be very valuable. They are invested and concerned in your recovery efforts and provide advice from their personal experience.”
“It’s been a year for me to trust someone again. It’s just nice to have someone who doesn’t judge you, who understands you, more importantly to see the product of the work.”
“There needs to be more programs like Face It TOGETHER – ones that give families the lifeline they need, the correct advice, the community and the safety of the shared experience.”
“He helps me out. I can tell him about anything and if he doesn’t have a solution, he tries to think of a solution.”
Ask a coach: Finding hope
Q: How can I get hope back?
A: First, I’m so proud of you for asking this question and trying to find answers. I know it’s not easy. I’ve been that person who was completely hopeless. It felt like there wasn’t any light and I was alone.
In those times, I felt a little lighter when someone else told me about their journeys through the darkness. I hope that’s what I can do for others.
We can't wait to meet you
We bring a variety of life experiences to our important work. We hope reading about our backgrounds will demystify coaching, introduce our areas of expertise and demonstrate recovery is possible. If you prefer a coach within a certain community that you don’t see represented here, we hope you’ll still consider reaching out. And if you’re comfortable sharing that feedback, we’d greatly appreciate it. We’d love to know what qualities are most important to you and will keep them top-of-mind while hiring new coaches.
Sorcha (she/her)
Coach, Colorado Springs
Sorcha grew up with a genetic condition and was told she wouldn’t live past the age of 18. She started using drugs to numb her pain after the loss of her grandmother. Today, she relies on movement and self-care to stay present and live holistically.
Sorcha
Chantel (she/her)
Coach, Watertown
Chantel learned to use drugs to cope with her trauma at a young age. She’s honored to meet people in the darkness – a place very familiar to her – and show them there is hope.
Chantel
Terri (she/her)
Coach, Port Orange
Terri is Face It TOGETHER’s longest-serving coach. She has a special interest in helping members with childhood trauma and criminal justice involvement, as well as those in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Terri
Joe (he/him)
Coach, Sioux Falls
Joe has extensive personal and coaching experience with addiction and mental health conditions, including bipolar, depression and anxiety.
Joe
Shannon (she/her)
Coach, Sioux Falls
Shannon grew up around addiction and struggled with her own meth and morphine addiction. She still drinks alcohol in moderation. She loves making people feel welcome and heard, no matter what they're going through.
Shannon
Janelle (she/her)
Coach, Sioux Falls
For years, Janelle tried dealing with the addiction in her life on her own. One of her favorite phrases since finding wellness is “don’t waste the pain,” which is why she wanted to help other family members in need.
Janelle
Joey (he/him)
Coach, Colorado Springs
Joey grew up around alcohol addiction and started his own alcohol and other drug use as a teenager. What started as a way to build confidence became a cycle of emotional lows, isolation and suicidality. After committing to wellness, all areas of his life have blossomed.
Joey
Janelle (she/her)
Coach, Sioux Falls
For years, Janelle tried dealing with the addiction in her life on her own. One of her favorite phrases since finding wellness is “don’t waste the pain,” which is why she wanted to help other family members in need.
Janelle
Erik (he/him)
Coach, Florissant
Erik struggled with his cycle of addiction for nearly 20 years. After working from home during the pandemic, he realized he needed help.
Erik