My focus is on bringing innovative solutions to solving the addiction and mental health crisis we are undergoing. I pride myself on being an out-of-the-box thinker who isn't afraid to challenge the status quo to get results. I bring vision, the ability to incorporate information from different fields, leadership, tenacity and the ability to cut through to the truth in every project. I learn quickly, iterate even faster, and act decisively to get results. I have been privileged to do this work with some of the world's best and brightest, which sometimes feels like a dream. Check out my new book - www.theabstinencemyth.comMy professional experience is broad and includes:✅ Speaking - TEDx, professional organizations, public associations, keynotes.✅ Organizational management - Consulting with startup on staffing needs, culture and mindset.✅ University-level lecturing - UCLA and California State University teaching everything from addiction to neuroscience to research methods and statistics. I bring engagement and fun to every topic I teach.✅ Coaching - Life, executive and mental health coaching, including for some of the world's biggest names and personalities. I succeed where other coaches fail in driving behavior change and buy-in even from the most resistant and skeptical clients.✅ Writing - I've written for CNN.com, Huffington Post, Psychology Today and dozens of other publications and websites. My focus is on challenging the status quo and bringing about change that improves lives.My main focus is on using my skills and connections to reduce the shame experienced by millions and increasing the reach of treatment for mental health issues. Through this work, I improve work conditions, life-experience and general well-being. I help make the world a better place to live - Let me know how I can make your life better!