Lisa OBrien
Lisa O'Brien is a freelance writer and Certified Life Coach specializing in women's issues and spirituality. She has been a recovery advocate for more than 20 years. She earned her Associate of Arts in Communications from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Media Studies from POST University in Waterbury, CT. She is a VIP Member of the National Association of Professional Women.
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One writer shares how her life took a sudden turn from being a substance addicted "party girl" to an expectant mother in recovery. Continue Reading
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One writer walks us through the roller coaster of emotions she went through before she finally went to her first therapy sessio... Continue Reading
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Remember that it is your choice—and not anyone else’s—to leave a toxic relationship. Continue Reading
A trustworthy professional can teach you tools on how to better cope with family of origin issues, depression, or why certain p... Continue Reading