Renee Rosenmann - The Most Unlikely Face of Addiction

Graduating from college as an Addiction Counselor enables me to be supportive and compassionate with those who have struggled and are still struggling. I am always here for you.
When I was unable to perform a miracle to remove the illness of schizophrenia from my younger son, I did a total dive off life's radar and for 15 years became a daily user of illicit drugs to combat my descent into hideous depression.
I conquered that state of mind and consider myself truly capable to assist those who can't.
I am just beginning a new career as a
Facilitative Housing Worker and am presently training to be a somatic therapist.
lam an advocate for the #homeless, for those with #schizophrenia and #psychosis and a #LivedExperience (First Voice) Research Advisor assisting new forms of education with the use of #artificialintelligence in the health and wellness industries.
I am endeavouring to use life experience, education, and work experience to make this world a little better.
I believe in fighting for the end of stigma.
Life doesn't stop when you are a senior. My hope is to create new awareness and solutions for seniors with addiction and unresolved trauma issues; the majority of whom have fallen through the cracks. Seniors have the right to get better and not be dismissed because of an age. #proaging
My passion for life and using empathy, compassion and emotional intelligence to make this world a little better is because I truly believe that #weareallconnected! It would be wonderful to connect with you.