Face it better, together
We can help guide you through the challenges you're facing around alcohol and other drugs, whether you're struggling or you're worried about someone in your life who's struggling.
Coaches are wellness partners who provide knowledge, support and practical tools. We fall somewhere in between therapists and 12-step sponsors; coaches are very similar to mentors. Members often describe us as life coaches with a specialty in addiction.
Our flexible, personalized approach means you get the support you need in a way that's convenient to your schedule. Sessions are typically scheduled weekly, but can be more or less often depending on your needs. We also do our best to provide low- or no-cost coaching whenever possible. More than 90% of all completed coaching sessions are provided at no cost to members. See our costs on our pricing page.
If you're struggling
You choose your path and we'll be right there with you to help you succeed. You know what's best for your wellness. If you'd like to cut back on alcohol or another drug, or maybe stop using one substance but continue using another, we're here for you. If you're unsure if sobriety is best, we can explore the options together. If you're years into sobriety but feel like you need extra support, we'd love to help. We'll follow your lead without judgment.
- Get emotional support from a peer
- Develop effective strategies for behavior change
- Learn practical skills
- Translate goals into action
- Address barriers holding you back
- Improve your relationships
- Get extra support after a setback
Help for loved ones
We reject tough love and focus on positive ways to help your person at risk. Compassion has been proven to be more effective than confrontation or detachment. We couple evidence-based and research-backed strategies with firsthand experience in our own families to support you on your journey. You can receive personalized help, even if your person at risk isn't enrolled in treatment or ready to make a change.
- Establish healthy boundaries
- Reduce conflict
- Problem solve addiction-related challenges
- Improve communication
- Motivate your loved one toward change
- Strengthen your own well-being
Meet our addiction wellness team
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.
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
Carlos (he/him)
Volunteer coach, Sioux Falls
Carlos (he/him) grew up in a household with abuse, which he escaped by going out with friends and drinking. He has found his wellness through cultivating self-love and identifying his life values.
Carlos
Aubrey (she/her)
Coach, Sioux Falls
Aubrey struggled with addiction for more than 10 years and has a range of experiences as a loved one to call upon. She has always wanted to help others impacted by addiction and let them know they're not alone.
Aubrey
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
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
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
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
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
Kattie (she/her)
Coach, Sioux Falls
Kattie grew up in a home with addiction and spent three years in federal prison for drug-related charges. She has a passion for criminal justice reform and wants to serve as a voice for those who are voiceless.
Kattie
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
