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An Interview with Kimberly Mitchell: Residential Manager at Promises
December 22, 2009 – 2:12 pm
An Interview with Kimberly Mitchell: Residential Manager at Promises

“This is the first time in my life that I actually enjoy going to work every day,” said Kimberly Mitchell, Residential Manager of Promises in West Los Angeles. “I get to move around and help …

An Interview with Susanne Tarleton, Director of Outpatient Services
December 14, 2009 – 4:53 pm
An Interview with Susanne Tarleton, Director of Outpatient Services

By Meghan O’Dell
With nearly 24 years of experience working in the addiction treatment field, Susanne Tarleton brings a wealth of knowledge, creativity, and heart to her job as the Director of Outpatient Services at Promises …

Dr. Shari Corbitt Joins Promises Treatment Centers as Senior Executive Director
October 16, 2009 – 2:33 pm
Dr. Shari Corbitt Joins Promises Treatment Centers as Senior Executive Director

Dr. Corbitt is a licensed psychologist with rich clinical experience in the treatment of addiction, eating disorders, and trauma as well as a strong background in treatment center operations.
Promises Treatment Centers announced this week the …

An Interview with Patricia Meyers, Clinical Director of Admissions at Promises
September 29, 2009 – 1:22 pm
An Interview with Patricia Meyers, Clinical Director of Admissions at Promises

By Meghan O’Dell
Thirteen years ago, Patricia Meyers’ father put his foot down. “We’re done with you,” he said. “You might as well be dead because we don’t even know who you are anymore, and you’re …

An Interview with Richard Rogg, Founder of Promises Treatment Centers
August 31, 2009 – 3:52 pm
An Interview with Richard Rogg, Founder of Promises Treatment Centers

By Meghan O’Dell
Prior to opening Promises Treatment Centers in 1989, Richard Rogg worked in real estate. When he realized that his heart was in the addiction field, he made the switch. “I was very passionate …

Promises Urges Parents to Watch for Binge-Drinking Issues as Students Start College This Fall
August 27, 2009 – 3:56 pm
Promises Urges Parents to Watch for Binge-Drinking Issues as Students Start College This Fall

With the increase in college binge drinking and alcohol-related problems, it is imperative for parents to warn their young adults about the dangers of binge drinking before they return to school this fall.
Los Angeles, CA …

Promises Drug Treatment Centers See a Troubling Rise in Opiate Addiction
July 2, 2009 – 10:02 am
Promises Drug Treatment Centers See a Troubling Rise in Opiate Addiction

Addiction Psychiatrist Dr. David Sack recommends an integrated approach to opiate addiction treatment to reduce the risk of relapse.
(Vocus) July 1, 2009 — Speculation around the cause of Michael Jackson’s death has brought to …

Barbara Brawerman Develops Trauma Recovery Program at Promises
June 16, 2009 – 3:33 pm
Barbara Brawerman Develops Trauma Recovery Program at Promises

Promises’ integrated approach to treating alcohol and drug addiction offers those with a history of trauma or abuse an effective therapeutic approach to reduce future relapse triggers.
Los Angeles-based psychotherapist Barbara Brawerman, Psy.D, MFT, has teamed …

Study Finds Doctors Abusing Prescription Drugs
May 28, 2009 – 5:03 pm
Study Finds Doctors Abusing Prescription Drugs

When endless debates surround the issue of solving the drug problem, rarely is the discussion targeted at doctors. According to Central Ohio News, there are hundreds of doctors in Ohio alone dealing with drug and …

Signs of a High-Functioning Alcoholic
May 22, 2009 – 12:04 pm
Signs of a High-Functioning Alcoholic

By Susan Campbell
It is not always easy to spot an alcoholic. Not everyone who has a drinking problem is falling down on a park bench with a brown paper bag concealing the bottle in their …