Brittany C.’s Story

• 2023: Stronger Together

Which Valley Hope location did you attend?

Valley Hope of O'Neill

When is your sobriety birthday?

April 29, 2022

What was your biggest takeaway as a patient at Valley Hope that has informed your recovery journey?

My biggest takeaway from Valley Hope was to build a sober community for yourself so that when you leave, you can lean on them for support.

What staff member most influenced your treatment stay?

Kathy and Jess.

What is life like today in recovery?

My life is amazing today. I am clear-headed and able to live life without the constant anxiety of waiting for my next drink or anxiety about what I did or said when I blacked out. I am back in school getting my Masters Degree, I have a fulfilling job helping others, and I’ve managed to rebuild relationships I ruined with my alcoholism. I will always be an alcoholic but being a recovering alcohol is pretty amazing.

What piece of advice would you share with others seeking recovery?

Do what works for you! Whether it be yoga, running, reading a book, going to meetings, calling a friend. Do whatever YOU need to do to stay sober. There is no checklist of things that magically works for everyone.