Stacy W.’s Story

• 2023: Stronger Together

Which Valley Hope location did you attend?

Valley Hope of Chandler

When is your sobriety birthday?

November 11, 2019

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

I was not given up on. If it wasn’t for my counselor going above and beyond finding extended treatment for me I don’t know if the last time would have been the last time in treatment. I was at Valley Hope of Chandler 3 times and different treatments 7 times over a year and a half. I’m coming up on 4 years and I’m living a life I didn’t think I could live.

What staff member most influenced your treatment stay?

Kim. She changed my life.

What is life like today in recovery?

I finished school and have a career and my family in my life. Not just being sober but worked on all the traumas that lead me to addiction are what help recovery.

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

Get therapy and surround yourself with people in recovery. Work on the issues that keep you in addiction and find something you’re passionate about.