When someone we love is struggling, whether it be with substance use, mental health issues, work, or relationships, this desire to be seen and heard becomes critical, as does our willingness to see and hear.
Jeffrey Foote, PhD
About Jeffrey Foote, PhD
Jeffrey Foote, PhD, is co-founder of the Center for Motivation and Change (CMC) and the CMC:Foundation for Change, a nonprofit organization with the mission of improving the dissemination of evidence-based ideas and strategies to the families of persons struggling with substance use. He is co-author of the award-winning book, Beyond Addiction—a practical guide for families dealing with addiction and substance problems in a loved one, and of The Beyond Addiction Workbook for Family and Friends: Evidence-Based Skills to Help a Loved-One Make Positive Change (New Harbinger).