iUniverse Announces the Release of Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith's From Addiction to Recovery: A Therapist’s Personal Journey
The story of one woman’s incredible transformation from troubled addict to renowned psychotherapist
New York, NY, December 13, 2007 --(PR.com)-- From Addiction to Recovery: A Therapist’s Personal Journey is the riveting true story of Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith, a brilliant psychotherapist with a dark and tumultuous past. Gadhia-Smith steps off the traditional therapist’s ‘privacy pedestal’ and narrates in vivid detail her personal struggles with alcohol and drugs, and the horrific personal consequences of a life torn apart by addiction. Written in a compelling and unique style that fuses the brutal honesty of a recovering addict with the acumen of a professional therapist, From Addiction to Recovery: A Therapist’s Personal Journey describes how this fascinating woman was able to rise from the ashes of an existence destroyed by addiction, to create a life filled with meaningful work, loving family and inner self-esteem.
Sober for many years now, Gadhia-Smith speaks not only from her own personal experience, but from the experience of treating others as a therapist with a thriving practice in Washington, D.C. Gadhia-Smith provides invaluable advice on how to live a fulfilling life in recovery, despite the many obstacles faced by those suffering from alcoholism and addiction. “I wanted to write a very honest and from-the-heart book showing that no challenge is too great to overcome,” says Gadhia-Smith. “I give those struggling with recovery a roadmap to create a fulfilled life while focusing on living in sobriety and dealing with the immense challenges that come with recovery.”
From Addiction to Recovery: A Therapist’s Personal Journey is Gadhia-Smith’s story of her journey from total hopelessness and devastation, to emotional fulfillment and happiness. Through the dual lens of both therapist and addict, Gadhia-Smith takes us on an intimate and honest tour through each phase of her life as she lays down a distinct roadmap for living ‘life on life’s terms.' The author describes her own experiences turning adversities into assets, and building a happy, successful and sober life. In the process, Gadhia-Smith demonstrates how others can negotiate each facet of life in order to construct authenticity and meaning out of each and every day. The end result is a powerful, uplifting and authentic book that will inspire anyone interested in addiction, recovery and the ultimate salvation of one extraordinary woman.
"The story of becoming sober signifies a great deal more than simply not 'picking up' or 'using.' This is a story not only of recovery, but also of what it means to live in sobriety," says Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy, 1st District, Rhode Island.
About iUniverse
iUniverse offers a variety of publishing services to help individuals publish, market and sell fiction, poetry and nonfiction books. The company utilizes print-on-demand technology, and is one of the largest self-publishing companies in the United States, publishing more than 5,000 new titles each year. The iUniverse management team has extensive editorial and managerial experience with traditional publishers such as HarperCollins, Putnam, Simon & Schuster and Holtzbrinck. iUniverse partners with industry leading author organizations, including the Authors Guild, the Harlem Writers Guild and the American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA) to bring innovative programs to their members. iUniverse has strategic alliances with Barnes & Noble, Inc. in the U.S. and Chapters Indigo in Canada and has offices in New York, Shanghai and Lincoln, Neb. For more information, please visit www.iuniverse.com or call 1-800-AUTHORS.
About Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith
Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith is a psychotherapist in private practice in Washington, D.C. She holds an M.S.W. from The Catholic University of America and a Psy.D. from Southern California University and has served as a consultant to the United States Congress for substance abuse parity legislation. Gadhia-Smith currently lives with her husband in Washington D.C. Visit her website at www.DrGadhiaSmith.com.
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Sober for many years now, Gadhia-Smith speaks not only from her own personal experience, but from the experience of treating others as a therapist with a thriving practice in Washington, D.C. Gadhia-Smith provides invaluable advice on how to live a fulfilling life in recovery, despite the many obstacles faced by those suffering from alcoholism and addiction. “I wanted to write a very honest and from-the-heart book showing that no challenge is too great to overcome,” says Gadhia-Smith. “I give those struggling with recovery a roadmap to create a fulfilled life while focusing on living in sobriety and dealing with the immense challenges that come with recovery.”
From Addiction to Recovery: A Therapist’s Personal Journey is Gadhia-Smith’s story of her journey from total hopelessness and devastation, to emotional fulfillment and happiness. Through the dual lens of both therapist and addict, Gadhia-Smith takes us on an intimate and honest tour through each phase of her life as she lays down a distinct roadmap for living ‘life on life’s terms.' The author describes her own experiences turning adversities into assets, and building a happy, successful and sober life. In the process, Gadhia-Smith demonstrates how others can negotiate each facet of life in order to construct authenticity and meaning out of each and every day. The end result is a powerful, uplifting and authentic book that will inspire anyone interested in addiction, recovery and the ultimate salvation of one extraordinary woman.
"The story of becoming sober signifies a great deal more than simply not 'picking up' or 'using.' This is a story not only of recovery, but also of what it means to live in sobriety," says Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy, 1st District, Rhode Island.
About iUniverse
iUniverse offers a variety of publishing services to help individuals publish, market and sell fiction, poetry and nonfiction books. The company utilizes print-on-demand technology, and is one of the largest self-publishing companies in the United States, publishing more than 5,000 new titles each year. The iUniverse management team has extensive editorial and managerial experience with traditional publishers such as HarperCollins, Putnam, Simon & Schuster and Holtzbrinck. iUniverse partners with industry leading author organizations, including the Authors Guild, the Harlem Writers Guild and the American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA) to bring innovative programs to their members. iUniverse has strategic alliances with Barnes & Noble, Inc. in the U.S. and Chapters Indigo in Canada and has offices in New York, Shanghai and Lincoln, Neb. For more information, please visit www.iuniverse.com or call 1-800-AUTHORS.
About Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith
Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith is a psychotherapist in private practice in Washington, D.C. She holds an M.S.W. from The Catholic University of America and a Psy.D. from Southern California University and has served as a consultant to the United States Congress for substance abuse parity legislation. Gadhia-Smith currently lives with her husband in Washington D.C. Visit her website at www.DrGadhiaSmith.com.
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