Hi, Everyone.

I am a graduate student who is finishing her second year in the clinical mental health counseling program at the Johns Hopkins University. I just started my practicum today at a methadone clinic in downtown Baltimore so this addictions class could not have come at a better time. I am really excited to learn this course material about addictions given the prevalence of chemical dependency in our society. Personally, addiction hits close to home; I gave up alcohol more than 16 years ago and have several family members who are alcoholics. I know firsthand that addiction is complex and deadly. As a counselor-in-training, I am eager to learn all I can to help others like myself who are struggling with mental health disorders, such as alcoholism and other, often co-occurring, conditions. I wish everyone the best of luck as we begin our semester!

Take care,

Patrice