About Our Advisory Circle
Expertise That Matters
Our Advisory Circle brings together professionals from across the addiction and recovery field who share our vision of making recovery accessible to everyone. These advisors volunteer their time and expertise to ensure our guides meet high standards of safety, accuracy, and practical usefulness.
Each advisor actively contributes their unique perspective, helping us create resources that work in real-world recovery settings.
Note: Our advisors currently remain anonymous as we establish ourselves, though we look forward to publicly acknowledging their contributions in the near future.
What Our Advisors Do
Active Involvement
Content Review
- Clinical accuracy checking
- Safety assessment of guidance
- Practical reality checks
- Sensitivity review
Professional Insight
- Frontline treatment experience
- Understanding of what works in practice
- Awareness of current challenges
- Connection to emerging needs
Strategic Guidance
- Implementation advice for treatment settings
- Partnership opportunities
- Sector knowledge and trends
- Practical feedback on approach
Areas of Expertise
Comprehensive Perspectives
While individual members remain anonymous at present, our Advisory Circle collectively represents:
Clinical Experience
- Addiction counselling and therapy
- Medical understanding of addiction
- Trauma-informed approaches
- Family dynamics and systems
- Dual diagnosis awareness
Practical Knowledge
- NHS and private treatment sectors
- Frontline recovery services
- Peer support programmes
- Criminal justice settings
- Young person’s services
Recovery Experience
- Long-term personal recovery
- Sponsorship and Twelve Step knowledge
- Multiple pathway awareness
- Diverse community perspectives
How We Work Together
Practical Collaboration
Regular Review Process
- Advisors review draft content before publication
- Provide feedback on accuracy and safety
- Suggest improvements from practical experience
- Flag potential concerns or issues
Ongoing Consultation
- Input on challenging topics
- Guidance on sensitive areas
- Connection to specialist knowledge
- Support with implementation strategies
Quality Assurance
- Ensuring clinical accuracy
- Validating practical approaches
- Checking accessibility and clarity
- Maintaining ethical standards
Impact of Advisory Input
Shaping Our Guides
Recent contributions from our Advisory Circle include:
Clinical safety review
Ensuring all guidance is appropriate and safe
Practical reality checks
Ensuring all guidance is appropriate and safe
Substance-specific insights
Understanding unique aspects of different addictions
Family perspective
Input on how addiction affects loved ones
Implementation guidance
How treatment centres can best use our materials
Cultural sensitivity
Ensuring inclusive and respectful language
Join Our Advisory Circle
We Welcome Professional Input
As we grow, we’re open to connecting with additional professionals who share our mission.
- Ketamine addiction specialists
- Young person's services professionals
- Family therapy practitioners
- Diverse community perspectives
- Digital addiction expertise
- Harm reduction practitioners
What’s Involved:
Time Commitment
- Review draft materials (quarterly)
- Provide feedback when able
- Occasional consultation on specific topics
- Flexibility around your schedule
Professional Contribution
- Share your expertise and experience
- Provide honest feedback
- Help us stay grounded in reality
- Connect us with those who need resources
What We Offer:
Making a Difference
- Shape resources that will help thousands
- Influence how recovery literature evolves
- Support innovation in the field
- See your expertise create real impact
Professional Benefits
- Contribute to sector development
- Network with other professionals
- Future recognition opportunities (when appropriate)
- Be part of meaningful change
Get Involved
Express Your Interest
If you’re a professional working in addiction, recovery, or related fields and would like to contribute your expertise, we’d love to hear from you.
We’ll arrange an informal conversation to discuss how you might contribute and answer any questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do advisors need to be in recovery?
No, we value diverse professional perspectives including those without personal recovery experience.
Is this a paid position?
Currently, this is a voluntary position, though we cover any expenses and hope to offer compensation as we grow.
Can I remain anonymous?
Absolutely. We respect all preferences regarding public acknowledgment.
How much time is required?
We work flexibly around your availability. Most advisors contribute a few hours quarterly.
Contact
For Professional Inquiries
Not sure how to get involved? Have ideas we haven’t listed? Want to discuss something specific?
advisory@wordpress-1607074-6315571.cloudwaysapps.com
Advisory Circle Inquiries
clinical@wordpress-1607074-6315571.cloudwaysapps.com
Clinical Questions
professional@wordpress-1607074-6315571.cloudwaysapps.com
General Professional Contact
Thank You
To Our Current Advisors
While we cannot name you publicly yet, your commitment to improving recovery resources is deeply appreciated. Your expertise and insight make our work possible and ensure it truly serves those who need it.
Together, we’re making recovery more accessible, one guide at a time.
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