#14 - Mental Health Today with Constance Scharff
Constance Scharff is a well-known advocate, researcher, and writer who specializes in the field of addiction and recovery. She currently serves as the Senior Addiction Research Fellow and Director of Addiction Research at the Cliffside Malibu Treatment Center in Malibu, California. With a Ph.D. in Transformative Studies from the California Institute of Integral Studies, Constance has authored several books and numerous articles related to addiction and recovery, including the groundbreaking book "Ending Addiction for Good." Her research has been published in academic journals such as the Journal of Neuroscience and the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs. In addition to her research and writing, Constance is a sought-after public speaker, having presented at conferences, universities, and community events worldwide. She also serves as the co-chair of the Addiction and Recovery Committee for the Integrative Health Policy Consortium, advocating for integrative health care solutions for those suffering from addiction. Constance is the founder and CEO of Addiction-Free, a non-profit organization that provides holistic support and resources to those in recovery. She is also a member of the advisory board for Bright Future Recovery, a telemedicine addiction treatment program. Through her work, Constance has become a respected voice in the addiction and recovery community, committed to promoting compassionate and effective treatment solutions for those struggling with addiction.