Have Hope!

I am at work. As I look out my window I can see the large state hospital campus that I left as a patient in 1970, 40 years ago. The old buildings are still there, now leased by the county, and there is a big new "Treatment Center" in another direction. My friends and I picketed this building, which was the cafeteria, advocating for better conditions. My journey has taken me into many situations, and I have learned much along the way. I now work with people with dual disorders and their families. Today I became a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist, another path to walk on. I want everyone out there to know that your dreams ARE possible. you have a lot to contribute and WE NEED YOU! Lift your head up and continue on your journey. Bipolar Disorder and Chemical Dependency are treatable. Tim Kuss, LMFT,LADC