What’s holding you back?
Let’s find out together.
Sobriety starts with clarity—
shining light on what’s not working and uncovering the blind spots that keep you stuck is my specialty.
I’ll help you quiet the noise in your head and shake hands with your subconscious. When you get out of your own way, sobriety feels effortless and life’s abundance becomes apparent.
Sobriety is fueled by purpose—
we need a reason to get up in the morning and persist. I’ll help you discover the things in life that light you up!
Recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all—it requires trial and error, adjusting and flexibility. Over the past 20 years, I’ve seen people find sobriety in all kinds of ways. I’ll help you find your path.
What Makes My Approach Different?
My approach to recovery will attune your senses to the Sacred, where real power resides. Together, we learn to let go and allow the Universe/God/Source to create the change. The wisdom traditions guide us along the way.
Aha Moments: Where True Change Begins
I help create the conditions for those powerful “Aha Moments” that spark genuine transformation. While listening to advice can feel reassuring—offering the comfort of security—it’s the stirrings of the Sacred that truly ignite these pivotal epiphanies. And it’s in those moments of sudden clarity that real, lasting change begins to take root.
This Is Different Than Therapy:
- Feeling seen and heard matters, but my approach also offers clear marching orders—actions to take. We focus on making things happen, not just indulging in mental or emotional ‘check-ins.’
- You’ll never leave our sessions empty-handed. Every session delivers dynamic movement which leads to breakthroughs, because otherwise, what’s the point?
Going Beyond Traditional Recovery
After 20 years in recovery, I’ve learned that traditional methods don’t always address the deeper issues behind self-sabotage, substance abuse, and addiction. That’s why my approach blends what our ancestors knew and modern science.
The common denominator in all human experience is consciousness. My academic background from the University of Michigan gives me a fresh perspective on our shared challenge.
From mindfulness and Stoicism to shamanism, Jungian psychology, and life force enhancement, my non-traditional method looks beyond just quitting, rules, and self-discipline. It’s about connecting to the Sacred. By exploring meditation, subconscious healing, and restoring your soul, you’ll uncover the root causes of addiction and nurture every part of yourself.
Client Testimonial
“Before working with Chris, my relationships were strained and I’d nearly lost my job due to erratic behavior. Within three months of his coaching, I restored trust at work and rebuilt open communication with my spouse. I’m now 8 months sober, sleeping better, and my weekly anxiety attacks have dropped to virtually zero.”
Shadow Work for Sobriety
My recovery approach centers on the Jungian Shadow because it:
- Houses repressed resentment, guilt, shame, and emotions we haven’t allowed ourselves to feel. Also known as the painbody.
- Fuels much self-sabotage, driven by unconscious motivations and neglected needs.
- Offers unique lessons by revealing blind spots, uncovering hidden gifts, and guiding deeper self-awareness.
- Is a powerful reservoir of unconscious energy—when integrated, it enriches our sense of wholeness.
In my coaching, we turn inward to illuminate the unspoken guilt and potential within your shadow. Guided by Jung’s wisdom, each session deepens self-awareness, unleashes new energy, and fosters true integration. This work transcends habit-breaking, fueling genuine transformation so you can step fully into your most empowered, authentic self.
From the desk of Chris, Founder of Sacred Sobriety
Re: Breaking the cycle of relapse with a path that honors the Sacred
I know the pain of relapse, the shame of starting over, and the heartbreak of stumbling after years of sobriety.
LIFE TESTS OUR VERY EXISTENCE. It can hurl a hurricane of shit at us—losing a mother, watching businesses collapse, enduring lockdowns, a father disowning you, relationship trauma—leaving us broken and lost. That, and more, happened to me all at once. Yet even in the darkest moments, when you can’t see a way out, hope remains.
At 25, I woke up in jail, realized something had to change, and made a decision that sparked a lifelong journey toward sobriety. Yet the path hasn’t been linear. Years later I woke up in the ICU at the hospital after a nightmare relapse.
I’ve rebuilt my health and life more than once, faltered after personal loss and business collapse, and discovered that true healing comes from something deeper than simply stopping destructive habits.
Sacred Sobriety emerged from these experiences. It’s about transforming chaos into order, uncovering purpose, and aligning with a force bigger than ourselves. Sobriety isn’t just about quitting; it’s about rebuilding from the ground up, integrating hidden wounds, and forging a stronger connection to the Sacred.
One essential truth became clear: Suffering shouldn’t define us—it shapes us. When pain or trauma becomes our identity, we stay stuck, reliving the same story. Real freedom comes from forging character in the fires of struggle and choosing growth instead of letting hardship lock us in place.
Looking back, three principles guided my recovery:
- Never give up on yourself. Even when the road feels impossible.
- Seek the spiritual life. Trust that something greater is guiding you, even if you can’t see it.
- Ask for help. Sometimes you need someone else’s light to find your way out of the dark.
These built a life of purpose and peace. They’re the heart of Sacred Sobriety. Want freedom from addiction? Here are five insights from my path to guide yours…
Shifting Your Perspective
1. Guilt, shame, & rehashing our “defects” keep us sick.
“You’re only as sick as your secrets.” But it’s not the secrets themselves that harm us—it’s the guilt and shame we carry about them. These emotions become heavy chains, anchoring us in a cycle of self-punishment and disconnection.
Recovery programs like AA often focus on cataloging our defects of character, but rehashing our “sins” repeatedly can keep us stuck. When guilt and shame are constantly revisited, they stop being tools for growth and become barriers to healing. Instead of empowering us to move forward, this focus reinforces feelings of unworthiness and failure.
Breaking Free from the Chains of Shame
Years of accumulated guilt—whether personal, generational, or societal—can block our path to healing. People like us often carry an especially heavy load of shame, far beyond what most people experience. This burden can perpetuate cycles of sickness unless addressed with compassion and a shift in focus.
Relapsing isn’t shameful, and it isn’t a sign of failure. It’s starting over with experience. Instead of seeing a slip as a loss, it should be recognized as a learning opportunity. Recovery is not about hierarchies or judgment—it’s about humility, growth, and healing.
The Way Forward
A compassionate recovery program should guide us to:
- Release Guilt: Acknowledge mistakes without letting them define us.
- Shift Focus: Instead of obsessing over defects, focus on strengths and progress.
- Redefine Relapse: View setbacks as part of the journey, not the end of it.
- Foster Connection: Break cycles of shame by seeking understanding and support.
True healing comes from letting go—not by rehashing every wrong but by moving toward forgiveness and growth. Guilt and shame thrive in isolation, but compassion and connection pave the way to spiritual freedom.
2. Removing unhealthy people and places.
Like a spiritual surgery, recovery requires sanitizing your environment and removing toxic influences to allow for true healing. This means drinking/drug buddies, emotional vampires, and abusive family members have to go.
Addiction is a wound—one that cannot heal if it’s constantly exposed to infection. The people, places, and habits in our lives often act as the bacteria that reinfects us, no matter how much work we put into healing. Clearing these influences—sanitizing the wound—is not just necessary; it’s transformative.
ANY PERSON OR PLACE that doesn’t bring out the best in you… has to go! Otherwise you will likely never fully heal.
3. Self-Importance & playing the victim weakens you.
“I’m not playing the victim, I just complain sometimes. If people would just act right…”
But here’s the truth: if you complain about traffic, coworkers, family, or politics, you are playing the victim. Why? Because you’re expecting the world to go the way you want it to. That’s not strength—it’s selfishness disguised as frustration.
These habits—self-importance and victimhood—are forms of narcissism. They’re at the root of our spiritual struggles and addiction. When life is all about “me,” whether through inflated ego or constant complaints, we lose connection to others and the Sacred. This self-centered mindset traps us in isolation and fuels unhappiness.
How Narcissism Fuels Addiction
Addiction thrives when we focus only on ourselves. People with inflated egos may use substances to maintain their image or escape feelings of inadequacy. Those stuck in victimhood often turn to addiction as a way to cope with life’s challenges. Both attitudes keep us from taking responsibility and finding real solutions.
Why This Hurts Society
This “me first” attitude isn’t just a personal problem—it’s tearing society apart. When we’re all focused on our own grievances, it’s hard to connect with others or build community. The result? More loneliness, more addiction, and more spiritual emptiness.
The Antidote: Service and Gratitude
The way out is simple but powerful: care for others. Acts of service and daily gratitude can shift your focus from what you don’t have to what you can give. Helping others creates connection, purpose, and fulfillment—the keys to lasting recovery and a better life.
I’m Not Powerless, Are You?
You’ve probably heard the story:
That you’re powerless.
That you must follow a rigid set of steps.
That healing only comes after you hit rock bottom.
That path may work for some—but it doesn’t sit right with me.
And maybe it doesn’t with you either.
Because here’s the truth:
There is no bottom. And you are powerful.
If you’ve found your way here,
it means pain has already awakened something in you.
You’ve felt the shock of suffering.
You’re ready.
Don’t gamble with how much worse it could get.
Hell has a basement.
You don’t need to break more to be worthy of healing.
Yes, control is an illusion.
But we can certainly change our inner world and influence our outer world.
We can tap into God/Spirit/Source.
And that—that is where the real power lives.
This isn’t ego, it’s our sacred right.
It’s also a fact.
“Superficial Self” Creates Sickness
Pursuing ABUNDANCE is healthy, but not the superficial version.
You know that feeling when you’re scrolling through social media and suddenly realize you’ve lost an hour? That’s part of the disconnection we’re talking about. Our world pushes us to move faster, compete harder, and make more money for the sake of MORE—more what? …and at what cost?
Anxiety, depression, and addiction thrive when we lose touch with three essential things:
- Our connection to people: Real in-person interaction, not just electronic messages, clicks, etc.
- Our connection to nature: The living, breathing planet that pumps oxygen into our lungs.
- Our connection to the Sacred: Sense of wonder & reverence for life beyond the daily grind.
The solution isn’t found in more pills, powders, or liquids. It’s getting back to how our ancestors interacted with life and integrating more of that with our modern way of life.
This isn’t just about quitting something.
It’s about reconnecting to what we used to know.
There Is Real power In Prayer & Meditation
You are not being tortured by life itself; rather, it’s your perception—your thoughts—that causes the suffering. Prayer and meditation cleanse the lens through which you view your life, elevating your perspective and revealing clarity about the steps you need to take.
They also raise your vibration and harmonize your energetic state—an effect supported by science—giving you a more pleasant and empowered presence.
Client Testimonial
“Working with Chris over the past 90 days significantly cut down my cravings and lifted my mood. I’ve reconnected with my daughter after years of distance, and by sticking to the daily rituals he suggested, I’m consistently more focused at work. In fact, my productivity increased so much that I earned a promotion—something I directly credit to the clear mind and renewed strength this program helped me achieve.”
Pricing & Availability
This is the most profound investment you can make…
For me, it didn’t just save my life and dignity—it also transformed my potential and unleashed my talents. I am dedicated to providing personalized, transformative care. To ensure each client receives the focused attention they deserve, I work with only 4 clients each month.
My tailored programs blend timeless wisdom traditions with spiritual accountability, creating a path to transformation that often surpasses the results of in-patient treatments costing $20,000–$100,000. While traditional therapy may take years to unlock similar breakthroughs, our approach offers profound insights and growth at a fraction of the time and cost.
ZERO RISK
To make this a zero-risk decision, I offer a free discovery session first—so we can connect, see if it’s a good fit, and make sure it’s the right investment for both of us.
Not Everyone Is Accepted
This isn’t for everyone. But if you feel called to work together, apply below, and I’ll personally review your application.
I only take on a select number of clients at a time to ensure deep, personal transformation. If you’re ready, apply now.
Once you apply, I’ll personally review your submission. If it’s a good fit, I’ll reach out within 48 hours to set up a free call. This is not just coaching—it’s a commitment to your deepest transformation.
Client Testimonial
“I’d tried countless programs, but none helped me stabilize financially or improve my overall well-being. After following Chris’s guidance, I’ve saved enough money to clear a chunk of debt and even started a small emergency fund. My energy levels and mood have improved so much that my siblings and I are actually enjoying family dinners again—something I never thought possible at this stage.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I be working with Chris or someone else?
You’ll work directly with me every step of the way. I’ll personally guide you through the assessments, help you interpret the results, and support you throughout the entire journey. Nothing in this process is outsourced—your privacy and trust are my top priorities.
What are your qualifications and experience?
I’m Chris, and I’m truly glad you’ve found your way here. My life’s work is rooted in a journey of transformation—a climb from the depths of alcoholism, substance abuse, and homelessness to a life guided by purpose, spiritual connection, and resilience. At 25, I took my first steps toward recovery, committing myself to a path that continues to evolve and deepen to this day.
With over 20 years of personal experience navigating and overcoming addiction, I know the darkness that can feel insurmountable. It’s this lived experience that allows me to walk alongside you as a fellow traveler, offering not just understanding but tools and strategies that work in the real world.
My professional journey has been shaped by a deep fascination with human potential that began when I discovered the work of Tony Robbins at just 12 years old. Since then, I’ve explored and integrated insights from mindfulness coaching, business coaching, and now recovery coaching. Academically, I studied Consciousness and Psychology at the University of Michigan, building a foundation that helps me understand the complexities of the human mind and spirit.
Philosophically, my work is inspired by shamanism, stoicism, and modern mysticism. I often think of my advisory panel as including figures like Marcus Aurelius, Carl Jung, and Terence McKenna, whose timeless wisdom informs my approach to recovery. My goal is to help you tap into the Creative Force that flows through all of us, to find meaning, purpose, and clarity in your life.
At the heart of my coaching is a belief in the power of balance: honoring ambition while cultivating gratitude, embracing humility as a strength, and seeking meaning over materialism. My approach values thoughtful honesty, self-respect, and the pursuit of a life deeply rooted in connection—with yourself, others, and the Sacred.
Above all, I bring a spirit of gratitude to my work. The lessons I’ve learned through struggle and triumph are what I now share with you, not as a teacher looking down, but as someone who knows the road and is ready to walk it with you.
What’s included in your program?
Coaching begins with understanding your unique needs and goals. Together, we create a personalized plan that includes actionable steps, regular check-ins, and adjustments as needed. You won’t be overwhelmed with homework but there is work to be done; the process is designed to be challenging, supportive, and flexible.
How does this program help?
Most recovery plans aren’t designed for you—they’re designed for someone else. This program gives you a custom plan that works with your unique personality, strengths, and spiritual needs, helping you break free from addiction.
How will my progress be tracked and measured?
Progress is monitored through regular assessments and feedback during our sessions. We set clear, achievable goals and review them periodically to ensure you’re moving forward in your recovery journey. Adjustments are made as needed to address any emerging challenges or to set new objectives.
How is this different from therapy or sponsorship?
While counseling often centers on diagnosing past traumas and sponsors tend to overlook them entirely, this coaching process strikes a balance: acknowledging trauma and the shadow self while focusing on moving forward. Unlike therapy or sponsorship, recovery coaching emphasizes setting meaningful goals, building healthy habits, and maintaining accountability to take action—empowering you to create a future aligned with your true self and strengths.
Put simply, you’ll walk away with clear marching orders—actions to take. We focus on making things happen, not just indulging in mental or emotional ‘check-ins.’ You’ll never leave our sessions empty-handed. Every session delivers dynamic breakthroughs, because otherwise, what’s the point?
Can this be integrated (therapy/12-step/support groups)?
Absolutely! Recovery coaching is a powerful complement to other forms of treatment like therapy and support groups. While therapy helps address deeper psychological issues and support groups foster communal sharing and connection, my coaching style is centered on direct truth-telling/feedback, simple tasks, and unwavering accountability to help you sustain sobriety through clarity and action. By integrating these approaches, you can create a more well-rounded and effective recovery process. Furthermore, my program in 100% compatible with any religious belief or 12-step program.
How do you ensure confidentiality during coaching?
Confidentiality is paramount in our coaching relationship. All information shared during sessions is kept strictly confidential, adhering to ethical guidelines and legal requirements. This ensures a safe and trusting environment where you can openly discuss your experiences and challenges.
Do you offer any guarantees?
We understand the courage it takes to start your recovery journey. That’s why we offer:
- Risk-Free First Session: If the first session doesn’t resonate with you, simply let us know, and we’ll refund your payment—no questions asked.
- 21-Day Foundation Commitment: Engage fully in the program for 21 days, and if you don’t see meaningful progress, we’ll review your experience and provide a partial refund for unused sessions.
This ensures you can begin your journey with confidence and peace of mind.
What's your refund policy?
Once you enroll, we reserve all your appointment times on my calendar and secure your access to the necessary assessments. Due to the time and resources invested upfront, we do not offer full refunds for the 4-week program. We can issue you a full credit for a future time or offer 50% back now (this covers our losses).
That said, we understand that life can be unpredictable. If something urgent arises, we’re flexible with rescheduling as long as you provide advance notice.
If you’re purchasing this for someone else, please ensure they are fully ready and committed to the process before enrolling. This will help everyone get the best results from the program.
What if I miss one of my appointments?
Once you’re signed up, we’ll schedule your 4 private sessions at times that work best for you. If something comes up and you can’t make a scheduled appointment, simply let us know at least 24 hours (or one business day) in advance, and we’ll happily reschedule it for you.
In the event of a late cancellation or a no-show, we can still reschedule your session, though an additional session fee will apply.
Can I apply for a loved one?
Yes, you can fill out the application either for yourself or for a loved one.
However, before you submit the application, I recommend having your loved one watch a few of my videos. This will give them a better sense of my coaching style and help determine if we’re the right fit. It’s essential that they feel comfortable and engaged in the process, as this can significantly enhance the success of the coaching.
You can select a couple of videos from my YouTube channel that you think would resonate with them.
Ready to Get Some Relief?
You’re In Good Hands
Your hero’s journey is personal, unique, and yours to shape. If you’re looking for a flexible, intuitive, and tailored approach to sobriety, this could be exactly what you need. No drill sergeants here, but my brand of accountability will be refreshing.
“With 20 years of firsthand experience supporting people in recovery, I’ve learned there’s no single solution. We’ll tailor an approach that resonates with you.”
Disclaimer
(I am not a therapist)
I’m not a doctor or a licensed therapist. Therefore, any information on this website is not medical advice; I’m merely sharing my personal experience. I’m also not a Shaman; I don’t provide or prepare plant-medicine. Please seek medical advice from a licensed professional when warranted. Furthermore, Sacred Sobriety does not condone hallucinogenic (magic) mushroom use or growing in jurisdictions where it is currently illegal.
This coaching service provides guidance, motivation, and accountability. It is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health treatment. If you’re in crisis or need emergency assistance, please seek professional help immediately.
What if this is your moment?
What if the hero isn’t coming to save you because YOU are the HERO you’ve been waiting for?