Bay Ridge addiction resource center focuses on individuals to change lives
When Joshua (not his real name as he chose to remain anonymous for privacy), made his way to the Bay Ridge Resource Training and Counseling Center last year, he had been drinking since he was 14. Drinking led to cocaine, and a back surgery led to pills. He had relapsed several times and strained his relationships with his family.
Now 16 months later, he makes his way to class. For the first time, he is completely sober, rebuilding his relationships, and sees a future for himself.
His recovery and the first time he was completely sober began with Max Schwartzberg, substance abuse therapist at the Resource Center, offering him a cup of coffee and grew into an individualized path for trust, discussion and care.