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Emotional Sobriety: An Introduction (Part I) & Relationships (Part II)

Emotional Sobriety: An Introduction Part I

Allen Berger, PhD
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Emotional Sobriety, first introduced to the recovery community by Bill Wilson in the 1950s, was rightfully regarded as the next step in recovery. Bill described Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) as a quest for freedom, initially from the shackles of addiction and subsequently, the development of emotional freedom. This encapsulated the essence of emotional sobriety—achieving emotional autonomy. It involves a shift in consciousness from “I am okay if” to “I am okay even if.” Interestingly, this concept was the focus of many psychotherapies. Dr. Berger will delve into the ideas of numerous psychotherapy masters of the 20th century, demonstrating how they too were discussing the path to emotional freedom. Additionally, Dr. Berger will explore strategies for transcending emotional dependency and cultivating a healthy self-reliance.

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Define the process of emotional maturity.

  • Describe how emotional sobreity is the treatment for a growth disorder.

  • List three ways that emotional dependency shapes our consciousness.

  • Describe the concept of an emotional center for gravity.

Educational Goal

Participants will be able to understand the psychological constructs related to emotional sobriety and understand it's role in creating a solid foundation for lifelong freedom from alcohol and other drugs.

Target Audience

  • Addiction Professional
  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Psychologist
  • Social Worker

Presenters

Allen Berger, PhD
Allen Berger. Ph.D. has a professional career that spans over 54 years, since 1971. After returning from a combat tour of duty in Vietnam in 1971, USMC Corporal Berger became a counselor at the Koneohe Marine Corps Air Station – Drug Exemption Program, helping fellow Marines who were returning from Vietnam with drug problems discover recovery. This experience inspired him to become a clinical psychologist. A daunting task for a high school drop-out. In 1987 his dream came true when he graduated from UC Davis with a doctorate degree in clinical psychology.

Dr. Berger is a talented and gifted clinician. His clinical acumen was developed and honed by the fantastic clinical training he received from Dr. Walter Kempler, a pioneer in family therapy, and Dr. William C. Rader, a pioneer in addiction psychiatry. Currently Dr. Berger divides his time between his private practice, training clinicians, podcasting, writing, conducting retreats, lecturing and listening and playing classic rock and roll music.

Dr. Berger is considered to be a pioneer and one of the foremost authorities on emotional sobriety, and in integrating modern psychotherapy into 12 Step Recovery. He has authored six books His first three books on recovery have together sold over 150,000 copies and counting. All four of his books have remained in the top 150 bestsellers on Amazon since their publication date. Three of his books have risen to number one ranking on Amazon bestselling books in recovery. His most recent book is 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety and has become a recovery mainstay for those interested in developing a better understanding and a practice of emotional sobriety in their daily lives.. Dr. Berger has lectured extensively throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. He is well known for his strong public speaking skills. He thinks well on his feet and has appeared on several TV shows, radio shows and podcasts.

Currently he can be found on Apple Podcasts. The show is titled Emotional Sobriety - The Next Step in Recovery.. You can learn more about Dr. Berger and his work at www.emotionalsobriety.info.

Financially Sponsored By

  • Divided Sky Foundation