Kelly E. Green, PhD, a clinical psychologist, is Associate Professor of Psychology at St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas, where she has received awards for research and teaching excellence. Dr. Green is a recognized expert in evidence-based addiction treatment. She maintains a private practice with a particular focus on helping clients and their loved ones improve their relationships in the context of addiction recovery.
One of the most important parts of recovery is reconnecting with other people. Drawing on many years of experience, Dr. Green helps you explore your emotions and assumptions about relationships, build healthy connections, and break free of toxic ones. The book is filled with sensitive and insightful exercises, information, and strategies. Everyone in recovery should take this workbook along on the journey! --Carlo C. DiClemente, PhD, ABPP, Department of Psychology (Emeritus), University of Maryland, Baltimore County This excellent workbook provides evidence-based tools and tips to help you recover relationships as part of your recovery journey. What I love most about this book is the flexibility to pursue a range of different goals and the challenging of many myths about addiction and the recovery process. Dr. Green's compassionate and caring approach is likely to help many people who are seeking a change. --Katie Witkiewitz, PhD, Regents' Professor of Psychology, University of New Mexico I isolated myself for a long time due to severe alcohol dependency--and this workbook shed light on relationship recovery skills that I hadn't even considered. The exercises in each chapter promote deep self-reflection and help you take action for personal growth. The chapter on emotional intimacy was the most useful information I've read so far in my recovery journey. For anyone looking to create more meaningful relationships--both new and old--this workbook is for you. --J.W., Dallas, Texas-